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Bachelor of Health Sciences
This is a multidisciplinary health degree with a broad base in the biological and social sciences.
- How long it takes
- 2 to 3 years
- full time
- Entry ATAR
- From 40.65
- Lowest offered at La Trobe University, 2026
- How you can study
- Online, on campus or a mix
- Taught by
- 8 providers
- 5 states and territories
Is this course right for you?
What the Bachelor of Health Sciences asks of you, and what you might want to check first.
It helps to have
- an interest in health and how the body works
- a genuine curiosity about people and their wellbeing
- good communication skills for working with others
- a patient, caring attitude towards those in need
Before you start
Each provider sets its own entry requirements, so check the ones you are considering.
Bachelor or Diploma?
The Bachelor of Health Sciences is a bachelor degree, a higher level than the Diploma of Health Sciences. No details are given on what each level involves.
See the courseWhere you can study this course
There are 8 places you can study this course. When you compare them, check they teach it the way you want to study, how far you'd be from a campus, what it will cost you and what past students say about the teaching and support. They're listed by how often people search for them, and none of them pays to be here or to move up.
- Course page for Monash University (opens in a new tab)
Monash University
Caulfield, VIC
4.3from 1,955 Google reviews
- ATAR
- 61.55 lowest
- (71.55 median, 2026)
- How you study
- On campus
- (full or part time)
- Next intake
- Feb 2027
What students like
- Staff are supportive and resolve issues quickly
What to weigh up
- Admin replies can be slow
- Feedback from teaching staff can be limited
- Course page for Macquarie University (opens in a new tab)
Macquarie University
North Ryde, NSW
4.4from 1,202 Google reviews
- How you study
- On campus
- (full or part time)
What students like
- Lecturers care and help students understand
What to weigh up
- Enrolment and admin can be slow
- Student support can be hard to reach
- Website for Deakin University (opens in a new tab)
Deakin University
Geelong Waurn Ponds, Melbourne Burwood, Warrnambool, VIC
4.4from 2,192 Google reviews
- ATAR
- 50.05 lowest
- (55.2 median, 2026)
- How you study
- Online or on campus
- (full or part time)
- Next intake
- Feb 2027
What students like
- Lecturers are approachable, supportive and knowledgeable
- Support services are helpful for students
What to weigh up
- Enrolment and admin can be slow
- Course page for Flinders University (opens in a new tab)
Flinders University
Bedford Park, Bedford Park, City, SA
4.3from 1,059 Google reviews
- ATAR
- 54.4 lowest
- (65.25 median, 2026)
- How you study
- Online or on campus
- (full or part time)
- Next intake
- Mar 2027
- Fee
- $9,200 a year
- (Government-supported place)
- Website for La Trobe University (opens in a new tab)
La Trobe University
Bendigo, Melbourne, VIC
4.3from 1,101 Google reviews
- ATAR
- 40.65 lowest
- (55.05 median, 2026)
- How you study
- Online or on campus
- (full or part time)
What students like
- Lecturers are friendly and supportive
What to weigh up
- Admin and support can be slow to respond
- Some find courses light on practical content
- Course page for Bond University (opens in a new tab)
Bond University
Gold Coast, QLD
4.4from 303 Google reviews
- How you study
- On campus
- (full or part time)
- Next intake
- Jan 2027
- Fee
- $55,200 a year
- (Full fee)
What students like
- Staff are friendly, caring and helpful
- Small class sizes give personalised attention
What to weigh up
- Fees are on the higher side
- Admissions can be slow to sort out
- Course page for The University of Queensland (opens in a new tab)
The University of Queensland
Herston/St Lucia, QLD
4.5from 1,654 Google reviews
- ATAR
- 77.45 lowest
- (80 median, 2026)
- How you study
- On campus
- (full or part time)
- Next intake
- Feb 2027
- Fee
- $8,560 a year
- (Government-supported place)
The University of Notre Dame Australia
Fremantle, WA
5.0from 2 Google reviews
- How you study
- Online, on campus or a mix
- (full or part time)
What you’ll learn
The main topics covered in the Bachelor of Health Sciences.
- Human biology and anatomy
- Physiology
- Psychology and health behaviour
- Health care and public health
- Research methods
- Specialisation electives
Questions to ask before you enrol
Providers run this course differently, so the answers change from one to the next.
- When is the next intake, and how many are there each year?
- What is the total cost, including materials, checks and any placement costs?
- Can I study part time or online, and how does that change the length?
- Do the units count towards a higher qualification if I go on to study further?
Questions people ask
Do I need experience or other qualifications first?
Entry requirements are set by each provider, so check with the provider you choose before you apply.
How is it different from Diploma of Health Sciences?
The Bachelor of Health Sciences is a bachelor degree, a higher level than the Diploma of Health Sciences. No details are given on what each level involves.
How is it different from Associate Degree in Health Sciences?
The Bachelor of Health Sciences is a bachelor degree, a higher level than the Associate Degree in Health Sciences. No details are given on what each level involves.
How is it different from Undergraduate Certificate in Health Sciences?
The Bachelor of Health Sciences is a bachelor degree, a higher level than the Undergraduate Certificate in Health Sciences. No details are given on what each level involves.