Graduate Diploma in Health Science
Why study the Graduate Diploma in Health Science at UNE?
The course aims to provide graduate health practitioners with a knowledge of the properties, desired effects and safety issues of western herbal medicines that are commonly prescribed and dispensed by health care professionals.
The variety of, and options for, treatment relevant to a wide range of common conditions encountered by health care professionals and the selection of appropriate and individual treatments, including recommendations on dosage, are examined. The course is offered in collaboration with the Australian College of Phytotherapy.
Career Opportunities
Herbal Medicine.
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DURATION
1 Year Full-timeUp to 4 years Part-time
FEES
Full FeeInternational
2011 STUDY OPTIONS
Armidale
Semester 1, Off CampusHow to Apply
Domestic Students
All domestic students apply direct to UNE
This course is only available off-campus (distance education)
For more information, click hereInternational Students
International students apply direct to UNE through International Marketing and PathwaysFor more information, click here
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| Official Abbreviation | GradDipHlthSc | ||||||
| Course Type | Postgraduate | ||||||
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| Fees | Full Fee / International | ||||||
| Total Credit Points | 48 | ||||||
| How to apply |
All domestic students apply direct to UNE This course is only available off-campus (distance education) For more information, click here
International students apply direct to UNE through International Marketing and Pathways For more information, click here |
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| Intensive Schools | Intensive mandatory schools may be a requirement of some of the units in this course. See Unit Catalogue for specific requirements. |
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| Entry Requirements | A candidature shall either:* (a) hold a degree of a University relevant to the award and approved by the school; or (b) satisfy the school by means of other qualifications and relevant experience of adequate preparation for candidature. * In addition, Graduate Diploma in Health Science (Herbal Medicine) candidates will be required to have a professionally recognised health qualification and full current practitioner membership of an appropriate professional association approved by the school. |
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| Academic Colours |
Peony Red (BCC 37) |
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| Further Information | 
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Admission to Candidature
A candidature shall either:*
(a) hold a degree of a University relevant to the award and approved by the school; or
(b) satisfy the school by means of other qualifications and relevant experience of adequate preparation for candidature.
* In addition, Graduate Diploma in Health Science (Herbal Medicine) candidates will be required to have a professionally recognised health qualification and full current practitioner membership of an appropriate professional association approved by the school.
Period of Candidature
The period of candidature shall be:
(a) one year as a full-time candidate;
(b) up to four years as a part-time candidate.
Course Requirements
To qualify for the award a candidate must pass units to the value of 48 credit points.
Program of Study
Candidates shall complete an approved program of study as outlined in the Course Schedule comprising:
| Course Structure | Credit Points |
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| Core Units | 48 cps |
| Total | 48 cps |
To view complete Program of Study click here
Award of Degree
Candidates who meet the course requirements shall be awarded the Graduate Diploma in Health Science (Herbal Medicine).
Progress and Conduct
Candidates are referred to the University's General Rules Policy on Academic Progress.
Improper Conduct
Candidates are referred to the University Policy on Plagiarism and Academic Misconduct.