Introducing Diploma of Health Science (Nutrition Bioscience) at ECC

Edith Cowan College (ECC) proudly announces a new program: Diploma of Health Science (Nutrition Bioscience). The pathway program leads students directly into the second year of the Bachelor of Health Science (Nutrition Bioscience) at Edith Cowan University (ECU). With a weighted average mark (WAM) of 65% or higher, students can progress into the Master of Nutrition and Dietetics.

Graduates from the Master of Nutrition and Dietetics at ECU are eligible to become full members of DA and join the Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD) Program.

Fun facts about the course:

1. Course name: Diploma of Health Science
2. Progression: ECU 2nd year in Bachelor of Health Science (Nutrition Bioscience)
3. Duration: 12 months (2 semesters)
4. Tuition fees: A$35,000 per year
5. Less bursary: 10%
6. Tuition fees to be paid at acceptance: 50% of annual fees – A$15,750
7. No. of units: 8 units
8. Campus: Joondalup
9. Study mode: Face-to-face only (commencing in February 2024)
10. Intakes: February and July

Entry requirements:

1. Completion of year 12 or equivalent
2. IELTS of 5.5 with no band below 5.0 or equivalent
3. ELICOS package available
4. Year 11 students may commence from Diploma year 1
5. Year 12 students may commence from Diploma Year 1

Application process:

• Apply via StudyLink