Course overview
The healthcare industry needs skilled professionals with both science and management skills.
From chronic disease and mental health, to longevity, aging and wellbeing, the systems, communities and research behind our healthcare industry have many 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.
The Health Promotion major is ideal if you're aiming to work directly with communities and organisations that build health equity, prevent illness and remove the drivers of poor health.
The Health Services major prepares you for a career improving how healthcare services are planned, managed and delivered. Rather than working in direct patient care, you’ll focus on strengthening healthcare systems and supporting healthier communities.
Whichever path you take, you'll graduate with industry-relevant skills, real-world experience and the knowledge to work in the healthcare industry in Australia and globally.
Career outcomes
In 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 or project manager
- Health data analyst
- Health policy officer/consultant
- Health consultant
Industries
- Community and primary care services
- Hospitals and health systems
- Government departments
- Aged care and 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 individual 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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Find your entry pathway to Curtin
You may be finishing high school, coming from TAFE, or just thinking of a career change; but whatever your background, there’s an entry pathway to Curtin for you.
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’ll investigate the social, economic, environmental and cultural factors that influence health, and build skills to design, deliver and evaluate evidence-informed health promotion programs and initiatives.
Health Services
Explore how healthcare services are planned, managed and improved.
You’ll 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 study this course, you must meet the entry criteria:
- any course-specific requirements
- course ATAR, or equivalent, demonstrated via an accepted entry pathway
- English language requirement.
I am an international student
Studying on an Australian student visa? See entry requirement details for international students.
Minimum ATAR entry required
This course requires you to achieve a minimum ATAR/selection rank to be considered for entry, but does not guarantee selection.
Course-specific requirements
You’ll also need to meet any specific requirements to be eligible to apply for this course.
Entry pathways
There are different ways to meet our academic entry requirements. Choose the option that best suits the highest level of education that you’ve achieved.
Curious how students entered this course? See the entry pathways other students have taken.
Study credit and support
You may be able to receive study credit or support based on your previous experience or personal circumstances.
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.
Find specific details about CRL for this course on the Handbook.
Special consideration
If your studies were affected by circumstances beyond your control, you may be eligible for special consideration when applying to Curtin. This process is available to new applicants only and allows your application to be assessed in light of those circumstances.
Additional information
Notes about this course
Make sure you check the course notes for any other important information.
Fees
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.
How to apply
Follow these steps to make sure you’re eligible, prepared and ready to apply for your course.
Check entry requirements
Entry requirements differ by course and your previous work and study experience.
Prepare your documents
The documents you need may vary depending on your course and application pathway.
Check application deadlines
Deadlines vary by course and whether you’re applying as a domestic or international student.
Choose your application pathway
I’m in year 12 or applying for Medicine
If you’re in year 12 or recently finished high school, you’ll need to apply through TISC.
You’ll apply through TISC no matter what you studied in high school, whether that was:
- ATAR
- General subjects
- Certificate IV
- or completing UniReady in Schools program.
TISC has different application dates to Curtin. Visit the TISC website for all important dates, including application deadlines.
I have finished high school
If you’re not a current year 12 student or recent graduate, you’re considered a non school leaver and you’ll apply directly to Curtin.
The only exception is Medicine, which must be applied for through TISC.
You’ll apply directly to Curtin if you are:
- a high school graduate who finished school last year or earlier
- transferring from another university
- returning to study or using your professional experience to qualify
- progressing from a VET or TAFE qualification or bridging program
- a current Curtin student changing courses or campuses.
Application deadlines can vary by course. Make sure to check application deadlines before you apply.
ApplyLocation and delivery
Thinking about starting soon? Course availability can vary by location and study period. Check the course handbook for details on when and where you can start your studies.
For full entry requirements, fees and information for international students, visit the course page.
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