Study a Bachelor of Health Sciences
Help improve the health and wellbeing of people in local and global communities.
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SHAPE A HEALTHIER WORLD
Passionate about good health?
Whether you’re interested in health promotion, disability and inclusion, environmental health or nutrition, our deep industry connections allow you to practice your passion in real-world settings.
Explore the course-
Forge your own path
Choose up to three of 14^ major areas of study to align with your career goals and boost your employability.
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Get experience in the real world
Work-integrated learning opportunities equip you with the skills you need to excel in your chosen field once you graduate.
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Start when you’re ready
Begin your degree in March, July or November.
Top three health sciences professional roles
There is strong demand for health professionals.
Employment is projected to grow in occupational health, community and welfare, and aged care over the next five years.
Graduate with a Bachelor of Health Sciences and secure your place in the future of work.
Occupational & environmental health professionals
15.9%
GROWTH 5
Aged & disabled carers
28%
GROWTH 5
Health and welfare support workers
17.5%
GROWTH 5
Become an expert in health topics you love
Select the subjects you enjoy from any of our 12 major study areas and see where your course takes you.
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Psychology
Psychological Science
Psychology for Allied Health -
Public Health & Health Promotion
Family, Society and Health
Disability and Inclusion
Health Promotion
Health, Nature and Sustainability -
Diet, Health and Disease
Food Studies
Nutrition
Medical Biotechnology
Environmental Health -
Exercise
Exercise Science
Physical Activity and Health
DISCOVER YOUR PASSION IN HEALTH
“ The variety of majors/minors gave me an opportunity to explore my interests and work out what areas of health I wanted to work in. ”
Elyse Manie
Bachelor of Health Sciences
AN INSIGHT INTO THE HEALTH INDUSTRY
“ The Bachelor of Health Sciences and my majors in Diversity & Inclusion and Psychological Science are a way to understand inclusive practices and how they affect the health sector as a whole. ”
Tino Chisvo
Bachelor of Health Sciences
REAL-WORLD INDUSTRY CONNECTIONS
“ Choosing Deakin has helped me form a clear pathway for my future. I have been fortunate to meet people with whom I’ve made connections within the industry. ”
BETHANY GRIFFITHS
BACHELOR OF HEALTH SCIENCES/BACHELOR OF ARTS
GET EXPERT ADVICE ON YOUR NEXT STEP
Simply fill out the form to receive a Bachelor of Health Sciences course guide.
What you get in the guide
- Entry criteria
- Course content
- Course structure
- How to apply