Specialisation overview
The rise in digital technology and the increase in data make this an exciting time for public health and related health disciplines.
The COVID-19 pandemic highlights the importance of public health experts and their use of data to understand disease and response to pandemics.
This specialisation helps you develop the skills you need for today’s job market. You’ll learn how to analyse big data to reveal patterns and trends, and learn about data capture, cyber security, data visualisation and how artificial intelligence and machine learning are being used in health.
You’ll also grow your interpretive and decision-making skills and know how to present your results effectively to different audiences.
To study this specialisation, you will need to apply for the Bachelor of Science (Health Sciences).
Detailed course structure and unit information
For detailed information on units and course structure, visit our Handbook.
How to study this specialisation
A specialisation is a set of four units you study to complement your degree. It helps you broaden your expertise and tailor your degree to your career goals. To study this specialisation, you’ll need to apply for one of the courses listed below.
You may also be able to study this honours degree as part of a different degree, depending on the course structure. Contact a Future Students Advisor for more information.
Career outcomes
Careers
- Health data analyst
- Data management officer
- Community development officer
- Researcher
Industries
- Health research
- Local and state government
- Non-government organisations
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