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Tertiary Preparation Program (Health Sciences)

Australian Catholic University
Information last verified July 2026
Tuition AUD 15,440 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
Degree Preparation Course
Duration 12 months
Delivery On-campus
Location Queensland, Australia
Language English

Program Overview

The Tertiary Preparation Program (Health Sciences) at Australian Catholic University is a Preparation Course programme in Medicine & Health Sciences over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.

Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of medicine & health sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.

Graduates of the Tertiary Preparation Program (Health Sciences) programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Australia and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.

Key Program Features

  1. Duration: 12 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 5.5
  5. Tuition: AUD 15,440 (Tuition (Year)) — International students

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Tertiary Preparation Program (Health Sciences) programme are prepared for diverse careers in medicine & health sciences:

  1. Healthcare Professional
  2. Clinical Researcher
  3. Health Policy Analyst
  4. Public Health Specialist
  5. Medical Writer
  6. Healthcare Manager

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. the language of health sciences
  2. verbal and written material
  3. communication with patients and their relatives
  4. how to deal with issues in the health professions.

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

  • High School graduation with required mark
  • an overall academic IELTS score of 6.0 (with a minimum of 5.5 in each test) or equivalent.

English Proficiency: IELTS 5.5 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

AUD 15,440 (Tuition (Year)) — International students

Tuition fees: AUD 15,440 (Tuition (Year)) — International students

IELTS requirement: 5.5

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact Australian Catholic University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.

About Australian Catholic University

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Australian Catholic University

Queensland, Australia

university with six campuses across Australia

University Profile
  • Start Date Feb, 2027
  • Language English
  • Duration 12 months