University of Wollongong
Diploma of Medical and Health Sciences Fast Track/Bachelor of Medical and Health Sciences
Wollongong, New South Wales, Australia
Level
Bachelor
Duration
3F/EqP
Campus
Wollongong (NSW)
Intl. Tuition
Fee not confirmed
Intake
2027-02-22
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Course Overview
Diploma of Medical and Health Sciences Fast Track/Bachelor of Medical and Health Sciences at University of Wollongong in Wollongong, New South Wales, Australia is a bachelor programme designed to give you both rigorous academic grounding and exposure to current practice in the field.
- Study with academics who are active researchers and industry practitioners, with regular contact through seminars, tutorials, and project work.
- Develop core knowledge in your first year before specialising through optional modules in later years tailored to your interests and career goals.
- Build practical, transferable skills — analysis, communication, teamwork, and project delivery — that employers across sectors actively look for.
- Access dedicated employability support including internships, placements, alumni mentoring, and a careers service that connects students to graduate roles.
- Join a global student community with extracurricular societies, sports, volunteering, and study-abroad opportunities to round out your university experience.
The University at a Glance
Student Population
34,931
Staff Ratio
15.0:1
International
46.0%
Career Prospects
Employment Rate
73.0%
of graduates employed
Avg Starting Salary
£37,130
First-year earnings
City & Location
Mid-size city (200k-499k inhabitants)
Course Curriculum
Year 1
- Foundations of Diploma of Medical and Health Sciences Fast Track/Bachelor of Medical and Health Sciences
- Academic and Research Skills
- Quantitative Methods
- Introduction to Theory and Practice
- Optional language or breadth module.
Year 2
- Intermediate Diploma of Medical and Health Sciences Fast Track/Bachelor of Medical and Health Sciences topics
- Applied Methods and Tools
- Group Project
- Two optional pathway modules
- Career and Industry Insights.
Year 3
- Advanced Diploma of Medical and Health Sciences Fast Track/Bachelor of Medical and Health Sciences
- Independent Dissertation or Capstone Project
- Two specialist optional modules aligned with your interests
- Employability and Professional Development.
Entry Requirements
Subjects
- Applicants with recent secondary education Selection rank: The guaranteed selection rank for entry to the Diploma of Medical and Health Sciences Fast Track is 60.00.
- Assumed knowledge: Mathematics Standard 2.
- Applicants with vocational education and training (VET) study If you have completed an AQF Certificate IV, AQF Diploma or AQF Advanced Diploma you will be considered for admission to this program.
- Other applicants Refer to UOW general admission criteria. -->
Source: CourseSeeker (Australian Government), retrieved September 2026. Always confirm the current requirements with the university.
Assessment Methods
Assessment is varied across the programme and may include: Written examinations across foundational modules; Coursework essays and analytical reports; Group and individual projects with presentations; Practical lab, studio, or fieldwork assessments where relevant; A final-year dissertation or capstone project that lets you specialise in a topic of your choice.
Campus & City Life
Student Population
34,931
Total students
Staff Ratio
15:1
Students per staff
International Students
46%
Of student body
Campus at a Glance
City Size
Mid-size city (200k-499k inhabitants)
Climate (indicative)
Mild coastal
Safety Index (indicative)
8.5/10
Transport
Good (close to station or regional airport)
Social Scene
Friendly community | Global / diverse | Coastal lifestyle
University Stats
Career & Outcomes
Graduate Employment
73%
Employed after graduation
Avg Starting Salary
£37,130
Average first-year salary
Costs & Living Expenses
Intl. Tuition
Fee not confirmed
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