Bachelor of Health Science
- Perth, Australia
- Online Australia
Bachelor's degree
DURATION
6 semesters
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
TUITION FEES
STUDY FORMAT
Distance Learning, On-Campus
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Key Summary
Prepares students to be able to make a positive contribution to enhancing the health of communities.
Health science is the study of the physical, psychological, social, and environmental dimensions of health. Students graduate with practical and theoretical knowledge and skills in communication, teamwork, critical thinking, innovation, and cross-cultural and international awareness. They are highly sought after and can choose a range of interesting and dynamic career pathways.
Students can choose to undertake two eight-unit majors, or a major and minor, in these disciplines: Addiction Studies, Environmental Management, Health Promotion, Nutrition, Occupational Safety and Health. Alternatively, students can undertake one 16-unit major in Nutrition Bioscience or Environmental Health. A minor in Youth Work is also available.
Majors you can study in this course
One or more of the majors in this course is externally recognised when studied within this course. Refer to the major for more information.
- Addiction Studies
- Health Promotion
- Nutrition
- Nutrition Bioscience
- Occupational and Environmental Health and Safety
- Occupational Safety and Health
Course Details
Semester availability
- Semester 1: Study full-time at Joondalup
- Semester 2: Study full-time at Joondalup
Course Structure
Students are required to complete a Core unit set. This will be supported by a supplementary programme comprising of: two 8-unit Majors; or an 8-unit Major, plus a 6-unit Minor and 2 Elective units; or a 16-unit specialised Major. Note: Majors and Minors are selected from the Bachelor of Health Science. Alternate options require the approval of the Course Coordinator.
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| HST1111 | Population Health | 15 |
| MAT1114 | Introductory Statistics | 15 |
| HST1109 | Epidemiology | 15 |
| HST2122 | Health Research Methodology | 15 |
| HST3501 | Health Research Project | 15 |
| IAS3100 | Indigenous Health | 15 |
| HST3502 | Health Sciences Professional Practices | 15 |
| MHS1102 | Anatomy and Physiology 2 | 15 |
| Unit from Supplementary Programme | x 16 | 240 |
Course Learning Outcomes
- Apply broad discipline knowledge to a range of theoretical and practical Health Science situations.
- Communicate disciplinary knowledge and values in professional and public contexts.
- Demonstrate a global outlook with respect for cultural diversity, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural competence.
- Demonstrate autonomy, accountability and judgement for own learning and professional practice.
- Think creatively to anticipate challenges and generate discipline-specific solutions/responses.
- Think critically to analyse, interpret and conceptualise complex Health Science problems.
- Use digital technologies and literacies to access, evaluate and synthesise relevant information from multiple sources.
- Work collaboratively and demonstrate initiative to implement social, sustainable, and ethical values.
Career Opportunities
Employment opportunities exist within a range of workplaces including aged care facilities and hospitals, rural and regional settings, asthma/diabetes/cancer/injury prevention councils, heart foundations, family planning associations, alcohol and other drug agencies, mining, oil and gas industries, community development and local government organisations, disability services, justice and correctional agencies, research institutes, international aid organisations, and mental health support agencies.
Possible future job titles
Community Health Officer, Environmental Health Officer, Youth Worker, Child Health Officer, Health Promotion Officer, Health Worker, Nutritionist, Health Promotion Nutritionist, Occupational Safety and Health Management Officer, Occupational Hygiene Technician.