Course Overview

About This Course

If you don't meet undergraduate entry requirements, start with a TAFE course and gain the skills you need to transition to your dream degree. If you don't meet the entry requirements for your dream course, use a TAFE qualification as a stepping-stone. You'll get the skills you need to transition easily into a related higher education course. There are so many pathway options, and lots of our certificate or diploma courses give you credit towards a relevant degree.

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

Requirements

Entry requirements for the Diploma of Health (Higher Education) are not explicitly listed on this page.
Prospective students who do not meet undergraduate entry requirements may use a TAFE qualification as a stepping-stone into a related higher education course.
Credit search is available via the course finder for specific credit point information.

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Accreditation Details

Academic Regulator

VRQA / ASQA

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use the Diploma of Health (Higher Education) as a pathway into a Bachelor degree?

Yes, Federation University offers TAFE-to-higher-education pathways where completing a diploma can provide credit towards a related bachelor degree, allowing you to transition more easily into undergraduate study.

How many credit points can I receive towards a bachelor degree after completing a diploma at Federation University?

The amount of credit varies by course. For example, the Diploma of Nursing provides 120 credit points towards the Bachelor of Nursing, and the Diploma of Business (Higher Education) provides 120 credit points towards relevant bachelor degrees. You can check specific credit amounts using the credit search tool in the course finder.

What is the value of credit points at Federation University?

Most undergraduate units (subjects) are worth 15 credit points, and a one-year, full-time study load is equal to 120 credit points.

What if the course I'm interested in is not listed in the TAFE-to-undergraduate pathway table?

If the course you're considering is not listed in the pathway table, Federation University recommends checking the course finder and doing a credit search to see what credit points may be awarded.

Can I end up with two qualifications through the TAFE pathway?

Yes, Federation University states that through their pathway options you can work your way up from a Certificate II and end up with two complete qualifications.

Application

How to Apply

Three simple steps to get enrolled

Step 01

Enquire

Click "Enquire Now" and tell us a little about yourself. It's free and takes 2 minutes.

Step 02

Submit Documents

Our team will guide you on exactly which documents to prepare and submit.

Step 03

Get Enrolled

Receive your offer letter and confirm your enrolment. Welcome to the course!

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