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Western Sydney University

  • 13% international / 87% domestic

Diploma in Health Science/Bachelor of Health Science (HPE)

  • Diploma

You're fascinated by health and the way physical activity impacts people's quality of life. This program will bring that passion to life and will open up to a career as a personal trainer, sports coach, research assistant or in a community recreation role.

Key details

Degree Type
Diploma
Duration
3 years full-time
Course Code
096964J
Study Mode
In person
Intake Months
Mar, Jul

About this course

You're fascinated by health and the way physical activity impacts people's quality of life. This program will bring that passion to life and will open up to a career as a personal trainer, sports coach, research assistant or in a community recreation role.

Study locations

Nirimba

Career pathways

This program may open the door to a career as a:

  • Nurse
  • Personal Trainer

  • Physiotherapist

  • Chiropractor

  • Dietitian
  • Health Educator
PDHPE Teacher

After completing a Master of Teaching, Health and Physical Education (HPE) graduates will be responsible for health education, personal development, and physical activity of students in government and non-government schools at the primary and secondary level

Education Officer

Education Officer's design and deliver education programs around specialist health, sport, and social support. They also visit schools and community groups to assist with the integration of these specialist education programs.

Sports Coach

Sport Coaches are responsible for improving sport performance, physical and mental health, and helping people enjoy lifelong physical activity.

Recreation Officer

Recreation Officers develop, support and coordinate sport and recreation programs and services for the benefit of communities.

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Health Services & Support courses at Western Sydney University.
81.7%
Overall satisfaction
88.6%
Skill scale
74.3%
Teaching scale
66.1%
Employed full-time
$62.8k
Average salary