Health science courses
Health science courses cover the biology behind health and how health care is organised, rather than training you for one job. They suit people who want a broad base before choosing a health profession, or a pathway into further study.
Other university courses
- Bachelor of Health Science3 years. A broad health degree built on human biology and health systems, for students who want to keep their options open or move into a health profession later.
- Bachelor of Health Sciences2 to 3 years. A multidisciplinary degree covering body systems, psychology and health care delivery, with the option of a specialisation and a route into postgraduate study.
- Diploma of Health Sciences8 to 12 months. A pathway into the biological and chemical sciences behind health, with specialist streams at some providers and credit towards a related degree at others.
- Diploma of Health Science1 year. A broad start in health study, covering how the body works, the social factors that shape health and how to weigh up research evidence.
- Associate Degree in Health Sciences2 years. A wider look at the health field, from how the body functions to how services are organised, for people testing their interest before a degree.
- Graduate Certificate in Digital Health6 months. For health workers who want stronger digital skills and technology workers moving into health, covering data analytics, virtual care and large health datasets.
- Undergraduate Certificate in Health Sciences6 months. A short first step into university health study, covering basic biology and chemistry along with writing and critical thinking, as a bridge into a degree.
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