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Overview
Students in the Tertiary Preparation Programme (Health Sciences) programme at the Australian Catholic University (ACU) will be given the opportunity to develop effective English language communication skills and relevant content knowledge that are needed by health practitioners.
In particular, students will explore
- the language and terminology of health sciences
- a variety of materials centred around health science content
- communication with patients and their relatives
- how to deal with issues in the health professions
- critical thinking and problem solving.
Emphasis will be placed on working independently and as a team member, self-directed study, and building confidence.
Students will also receive support and specific preparation for external English language proficiency tests and each student will receive a free IELTS test.
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Courses include:
- Academic English for Health Sciences
- English Language Communication Skills
- Communicating as a Health Professional
- Academic English for Health Sciences
- Proficiency Test Preparation
- Communicating as a Health Professional
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Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Domestic school leavers: application varies based on the campus the programme is offered. Domestic non-school leavers: same deadline as international students
Language
English
TOEFL® IBT 60
PTE Academic 50
IELTS 6
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Credits
80 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Melbourne, Australia
- Brisbane, Australia
- Sydney, Australia
Disciplines
Health Sciences Health Informatics View 3 other Short Courses in Health Informatics in AustraliaExplore more key information
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
TOEFL® IBT 60
PTE Academic 50
IELTS 6
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Other requirements
General requirements
CRICOS: 073628D
To be eligible for admission to the course, an applicant must:
- have completed the equivalent of year 11 (completion of senior high school in countries where this is not considered equivalent to an Australian year 12)
- have a minimum English language proficiency level of IELTS 6.0, with no individual score less than 6.0, or equivalent.
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Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents20000 AUD / year≈ 20000 AUD / year
Living costs
Melbourne
Australia
1501 - 2659 AUD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
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