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Health Science

Study Health with La Trobe

Get your Diploma of Health Science in just 12 months with La Trobe College Australia and pathway into the 2nd year of a La Trobe degree. Leading to an exciting new career as an allied health professional in Nutrition, Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology and more.

La Trobe is your ideal entry point into a health sciences career

La Trobe University is one of Australia’s leading health education providers and can give you the best possible head start to your career as a health professional.
The Diploma of Health Sciences provides an introduction into a range of health professions, and can help you discover your ideal role in the rapidly evolving health sector.
You’ll be introduced to the anatomical organisation of the body, the basics of cell structure and function, and the fundamentals of the nervous and endocrine systems. You’ll also begin to learn how the particular characteristics and actions of a person can impact health and welfare.

What you’re getting with La Trobe College Australia

Direct Pathway to Second Year

Complete a diploma program and go straight into the second year of your bachelor’s degree.

First-Class Support

Benefit from smaller class sizes with greater access to highly qualified lecturers, specialist support staff, and a range of free skill workshops.

Accommodation Options

Choose on campus accommodation to fully immerse yourself in the University life.

The University Experience From Day One

Study at the stunning Melbourne campus with access to all La Trobe University facilities, events and clubs.

University City of the Future

Take advantage of a $5B infrastructure project including a Health and Wellbeing hub, world-class Sports Park, new Research and Innovation Precinct, $10M student accommodation building and a town centre complete with a retail precinct.

Fee-Help Available

Eligible Australia citizens and eligible for Fee-Help

Amazing placement opportunities - Devi, Diploma of Health Sciences

Meet Devi and learn about amazing placement opportunities at La Trobe.

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Degree Pathway

Gain direct entry into 2nd year of the following bachelor degrees.

  • Bachelor of Health Sciences (multiple majors)
    • Major in health promotion, health and medical sciences, public health, rehabilitation counselling, Health wellbeing and performance
  • Bachelor of Food and Nutrition
  • Bachelor of Nursing
  • Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours)
  • Bachelor of Orthoptics (Honours)
  • Bachelor of Paramedic Practice (Honours)
  • Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours)
  • Bachelor of Podiatry (Honours)
  • Bachelor of Prosthetics and Orthotics (Honours)
  • Bachelor of Speech Pathology (Honours)

Please visit our Transferring to La Trobe University page for details of any quota and/or WAM requirements.

Life at La Trobe

Sports, clubs, activities, student associations, jobs, internships – there’s never a dull moment in the life of a La Trobe College Australia student. Learn more about student life at La Trobe.

*Please note that some students may only receive 5 credits when articulating into specific allied health programs at La Trobe University, visit Progression Criteria for details.
**Quacquarelli Symonds (QS), 2025, QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025: Nursing

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