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Health sciences
Choose from 13 diverse majors in the Bachelor of Health Sciences, including nutrition, public health, disability and inclusion, and exercise science. Graduate with highly sought-after skills and knowledge, ready to work within the growing health sector.
Disability and inclusion
Develop skills to address social and structural barriers to inclusion. Learn inclusive communication, advocacy and service design to support people with disability.
Environmental health
Explore how environmental and biological factors impact human health. Learn to assess risks using toxicology and epidemiology and apply policy and management to reduce harm.
Family, society and health
Examine the household as a key setting for public health. Explore links between family wellbeing, development and health, and prepare to work in welfare or support services.
Health, nature and sustainability
Explore how human and planetary health are interconnected. Learn to address sustainability challenges like climate change, food systems and environmental degradation to improve wellbeing.
Physical activity and health
Learn how physical activity impacts health and wellbeing. Explore behaviour change, public health strategies and promotion techniques to help individuals and communities get active.
Health promotion
Address the causes of poor health and improve wellbeing. Deakin is the only Victorian university to hold International Union for Health Promotion and Education (IUHPE) accreditation.
Psychology for allied health
Gain a foundational understanding of psychology to support roles in counselling, coaching, community work, and health services. This major prepares you to apply psychological insights across a range of allied health settings.
Public health
As a public health specialist you'll have the unique opportunity to collaborate on campaigns that protect health and wellbeing at a large scale. Develop an in-depth understanding of global health challenges and be ready to make a difference.
And more
Learn about your course options by downloading the undergraduate health course guide.
Did you know?
Over half a million new jobs in healthcare and social assistance are projected in Australia by 20352 – creating significant career opportunities in public health.
Study that fits your future
Combine areas that you’re passionate about
| Double your degree or major | Double your career opportunities |
|---|---|
Bachelor of Health Sciences (choose a double or triple major) |
Choose from 13 diverse majors, including disability and inclusion, environmental health, exercise science, nutrition, psychological science and public health. |
Bachelor of Health Sciences/Bachelor of Arts |
Careers such as health media, food writing, international relations and public relations for health and food organisations all require the skills acquired from both health science and arts degrees. |
Bachelor of Public Health and Heath Promotion/Bachelor of Commerce |
This unique combination broadens your career prospects and prepares you to lead in multidisciplinary settings where business insight and public health expertise work hand in hand. |
Bachelor of Nursing/Bachelor of Public Health and Health Promotion |
Combine clinical expertise with a population health perspective to improve health outcomes across individuals and communities. |
Jean’s journey from health sciences to community impact
Jean’s career was shaped by hands-on experience during her health degree. Through a placement with Anyinginyi Health Aboriginal Corporation in Tennant Creek, Jean discovered the power of community-led health promotion. She’s now a Senior Health Promotion Practitioner, creating meaningful impact across communities.
Your career possibilities
Deakin puts employability first
Health promotion officer
Create programs and campaigns that help people and communities improve their health. Use research to identify priority audiences, develop clear health messages and educational resources, deliver presentations, and collaborate with health services, government and community organisations to support healthier lifestyles and prevent disease.
Environmental health officer
Protect communities from environmental risks by monitoring air, food and water quality, investigating public health concerns and enforcing relevant legislation. Work with councils, government agencies and industry to prevent pollution, reduce disease and ensure organisations meet environmental health standards.
Community development officer
Help communities identify their needs and turn ideas into meaningful programs, services and projects. Build partnerships, encourage participation and improve access to housing, recreation and support services. Community development officers often work for councils, government agencies or not-for-profit organisations to create more connected and inclusive communities.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Worker
Support the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples through culturally safe care, education and outreach. Help deliver health assessments and primary care programs, connect clients with services, maintain health records and build cultural understanding among other health professionals.
Be professionally recognised
Depending on your major, gain professional recognition, with accreditation or membership pathways through leading bodies including IUHPE, APAC, AHPA and the Nutrition Society of Australia.
Inside the guide
Learn more
Course details
Get an overview of each course, including what you’ll study, key skills you’ll build and how each qualification prepares you for a range of career pathways.
Trimester dates by course
There are three trimesters per calendar year. Each trimester lasts four months. Two trimesters are equal to one full academic year.
Deakin’s trimesters run from:
March to June (Trimester 1)
July to October (Trimester 2)
November to February (Trimester 3)
Find trimester intakes for your course in the course guide.
Fees and scholarships
Learn how university fees work and explore financial assistance options to reduce your course costs, from scholarships to government help loans. Get the assistance you need to succeed at Victoria’s #1 university for student support.*
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Deakin puts employability first
Hear from our alumni
If you are interested in health, this course is extremely fulfilling and it will provide you with all the skills that you would need and more in order to become the best health professional you can be.
I appreciated the chance to learn from experts and connect with others in the field. This experience was so valuable for applying for jobs post-grad and helped me to get to the career I'm in now.
My degree has equipped me with the theoretical understanding of the health sector in Australia and the structures in place for inclusion. Beyond that, the exposure to teaching staff working in multiple sectors within the field of health and inclusion has given me insight into the career opportunities available to me.
You may also be interested in…
Health and community services
Create positive change through studies in disability and inclusion, occupational therapy, social work and community development.
Psychology and mental health
Help people thrive through studies in psychology, counselling, play therapy and mental health-related disciplines.
Food, nutrition and dietetics
Informed by industry leaders and cutting-edge research, discover the relationship between food, nutrition, human health and disease prevention.
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