Course overview
The healthcare industry needs skilled professionals with both science and management skills.
From chronic disease and mental health to aging and wellbeing, the systems, communities and research behind our healthcare industry have diverse challenges to solve.
The Bachelor of Health Sciences prepares you for a career at the forefront of the healthcare industry through two distinct majors: Health Promotion and Health Services.
Both majors offer you industry-relevant knowledge and skills and the real-world experience to work in Australia and globally.
Health Promotion
This major is ideal if you'd like to work directly with communities and organisations that build health equity and reduce the drivers of illness and poor health.
Health Services
The Health Services major is ideal if you want to improve how health services are planned, delivered and managed. Rather than providing direct patient care, you’ll work with clinicians and healthcare teams to strengthen health systems and support healthier communities.
After completing this major, you may enhance your qualifications with a graduate-entry master degree in an allied health field.
Why study at Curtin?
Real-world learning from day one
Apply your knowledge through practical projects and professional placements.
Careers that go beyond clinical roles
Prepare for careers that help diverse communities access healthcare.
Two clear pathways into a health careers
Options in Health Promotion and Health Services.
Career outcomes
Across Australia, professional roles across health sciences are expected to grow over the next decade.¹ Demand is particularly strong in community health, mental health, preventive care and public health policy.
Careers
- Health promotion practitioner
- Health services administrator
- Project officer/manager
- Health data analyst
- Health policy officer/consultant
- Health consultant
Industries
- Hospital and healthcare
- Community and primary care
- Aged care
- Disability services
- Health research
- International aid
¹ Source: Jobs and Skills Australia – Employment Projections.
Professional accreditation and recognition
Both Bachelor of Health Sciences majors are designed to align with the membership standards of relevant professional bodies. See the Health Promotion and Health Services majors for specific professional recognition and accreditation information.
Why study at Curtin?
Real-world learning from day one
Apply your knowledge through practical projects and professional placements.
Careers that go beyond clinical roles
Prepare for careers that help diverse communities access healthcare.
Two clear pathways into a health careers
Options in Health Promotion and Health Services.
Your student experience
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Course structure
You can choose your major during your first year and can further tailor your learning through optional units and professional work practice.
Health Promotion
Learn how to improve health and wellbeing by working with communities, organisations and policymakers.
You will investigate the social, economic, environmental and cultural factors that influence health; and build skills to design, deliver and evaluate evidence-informed health promotion initiatives.
Health Services
Explore how healthcare services are planned, managed and improved.
You will build skills in health data, digital health, leadership and service management. Throughout your studies, you’ll learn how evidence and innovation can strengthen health systems and support better outcomes for communities.
Detailed course structure and unit information
For detailed information and course structure, visit our Handbook.
Entry requirements
To apply for entry into this course, you must have met:
- the course ATAR (Australian Tertiary Academic Rank) or equivalent recognised overseas qualification
- any course-specific requirements
- the English language requirement.
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Course-specific requirements
You’ll also need to meet any specific requirements to be eligible to apply for this course.
Academic equivalences
You’ll need to demonstrate ATAR equivalence using a recognised qualification. The table below shows common qualifications recognised by Curtin and their indicative equivalent cut-off scores for this course.
Admission cut-off scores by qualification
Australian qualification
Score
ATAR
70
Equivalent qualification
GCE A Level / STPM (best of 3)
5
HKDSE
15
International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma
24
Canadian Provincial High School Diploma %
60%
WAUFP (CPS)
54
India (CBSE and ISC) %
60%
India (HSC) %
65%
Sri Lanka GCE A level
5
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Get credit towards your degree
You may be able to receive credit for recognised learning (CRL) from past study or professional experience, which could reduce the time it takes to finish your course.
Check the Handbook for course-specific details about credits.
Additional information
Notes about this course
Make sure you check the course notes for any other important information.
Fees
2027 International indicative fees
Indicative year 1 fee
$46,184*
Total indicative course fee
$138,552*
Important information about fees
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Fees are indicative only.
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*First-year fees are based on a first-year full-time study load of 200 credits. Your fees will vary depending on the units you choose.
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Tuition fees are reviewed annually and may increase each year.
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This indicative fee does not include other fees like administrative and incidental fees (such as lab coats or art supplies) or the cost of your textbooks. Visit fees and charges for more information.
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These fees apply to international students enrolled at one of Curtin’s Australian campuses. For information about fees at Curtin’s global locations, visit the relevant campus website.
Scholarships
Get the support you need to succeed with our diverse range of scholarships. Whether it’s financial support, assistance with relocation, or recognition for your academic achievements, we have scholarships tailored to your unique needs.
John Curtin Excellence Scholarship
Through the John Curtin Global Excellence Scholarship, eligible students will receive 40% off the tuition fee.
Merit Scholarship
Rewarding academic performance and empowering students to continue their education in their chosen field. Eligible students will receive 20% off the tuition fee.
Global Future Leaders Scholarship
Giving international students the opportunity to pursue their ambitions and receive a world-class education. Eligible students will receive a one-off tuition fee credit of A$10,000 to help support their studies.
How to apply
Follow these steps to make sure you’re eligible, prepared and ready to apply for your course.
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Entry requirements differ by course and your previous work and study experience.
Prepare your documents
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Choose your application pathway
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A registered Curtin agent will lodge your application to Curtin on your behalf. They can also answer any questions you may have about applying, courses, student visas and scholarships.
Apply directly to Curtin
Depending on your country’s requirements, you may be able to apply directly to Curtin without using an agent.
Application deadlines can vary by course. Make sure to check application deadlines before you apply.
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