Course overview
Organisations look for people who can identify opportunities, innovate and create value. Gain a competitive edge in global health by merging expertise in health sciences, health services management, leadership, data analytics, entrepreneurship with business innovation.
This double degree is the first of its kind in Australia, blending health services and system management knowledge, with business innovation and entrepreneurship skills, so that you can bring value to the communities. You will develop your understanding of key health issues, business innovation, cultural and digital competencies in this Health Services and Innovation double degree and build the skills to develop, deliver and manage innovative projects in the area of health services.
Working with people with lived experience, health service providers and industry partners, you’ll develop innovative solutions to public health challenges and build your critical thinking, leadership and teamwork skills. You’ll also examine the importance of ethical decision-making in professional health practice in an innovative and sustainable manner.
As a graduate, you could work as an entrepreneur, developer, manager or consultant across a range of health professions, business and research areas.
This is a physically and mentally stimulating course. Please familiarise yourself with the inherent requirements before applying.
Why study at Curtin?
Professional experience
Develop your practical skills through industry placements, business internships and immersive study tours.
Highly rated
Rated #1 in WA for full-time employment and median salary in undergraduate Health Services. (Good Universities Guide 2026)
Internationally accredited
Curtin Business School is recognised as an elite global business school through accreditation by EQUIS, AACSB International and an EFMD Accredited MBA.
Career outcomes
You’ll graduate with health services expertise and an innovation mindset, supported by skills in analytical and creative thinking, digital fluency, communication and problem-solving.
Career
- Business intelligence analyst
- Health data analyst
- Consultant
- Developer
- Policy officer
- Project manager
- Entrepreneur
Industries
- Healthcare
- Digital health
- Health innovation
- Education
- Government
- Non-government organisations
- Technology and sustainability
Professional accreditation and recognition
Graduates may be eligible for membership with the Australasian College of Health Service Management (ACHSM) (pending accreditation) and the Australasian Epidemiological Association (AEA).
Why study at Curtin?
Professional experience
Develop your practical skills through industry placements, business internships and immersive study tours.
Highly rated
Rated #1 in WA for full-time employment and median salary in undergraduate Health Services. (Good Universities Guide 2026)
Internationally accredited
Curtin Business School is recognised as an elite global business school through accreditation by EQUIS, AACSB International and an EFMD Accredited MBA.
Your student experience
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Course structure
What you’ll learn
You’ll start by building a foundation in health, Indigenous culture and health behaviours, and business.
As you progress, you’ll explore areas including health psychology, data analytics and application, the healthcare systems, health planning and evaluation, AI, climate change and responsible innovation and leadership.
You’ll also develop business and decision-making skills, programming, cyber security and project management. Throughout the course, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to develop your professional skills through innovation projects, industry placements, business internships and immersive study tours, enhancing your career readiness.
Visit the Bachelor of Innovation and Bachelor of Health Sciences (Health Services) pages to explore each part of this double degree in more detail.
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.
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Applying as a international student? See entry requirement details for international students.
Guaranteed entry
If you achieve the guaranteed ATAR/selection rank for this course and meet all other entry requirements, you’re guaranteed a place in this course.
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.
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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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