Diploma of Health Sciences-Deakin

At IIHS, the Diploma of Health Sciences is designed to develop skilled and resilient healthcare professionals who are ready to make a meaningful impact. This comprehensive program combines academic knowledge with ethical values, preparing students to meet the demands of dynamic healthcare environments both locally and globally. Through a student-centered approach and expert instruction, learners are equipped with the tools to grow into confident and capable professionals who provide high-quality, patient-centered care.

A key strength of the Diploma of Health Sciences program is its strong focus on practical, real-world training. Upon successful completion of the diploma, Deakin will grant you direct entry into the second year of one of three Deakin undergraduate health degrees. This recognition of prior learning (RPL) is a key strength, allowing you to reduce the number of subjects you need to study at Deakin and complete your degree sooner. This blended approach ensures a personalized, future-ready educational experience for every aspiring healthcare professional.

Entry Requirements

Applicants must have successfully completed one of the following to enroll in Diploma in Health Science Programme:

1. Three passes in the GCE Advanced Level Examination (Sri Lankan or equivalent international qualification), or
2. A recognized foundation programme equivalent to Advanced Level studies.