UndergraduateNursing & Health Sciences
Bachelor of Health Science (Aesthetics)
Torrens University Australia, Multi-campus, national, Australia
About this program
This DB row's old name (Bachelor of Health Science, Aesthetics) redirects to Torrens' current offering, the Bachelor of Health Science (Dermal Therapies): a 22-core-subject, 2-elective degree over three years covering advanced skincare and dermal technologies (microdermabrasion, microneedling, chemical peels, LED therapy, IPL, laser, radiofrequency, ultrasound and cryolipolysis) on a foundation of health science and biology.
Students gain clinical experience in Torrens' student-led clinic on the Brisbane campus, treating real clients under supervision across two placement subjects (Professional Clinic Practice I and Professional Clinical Placement II).
Delivered on campus at Brisbane, 3 years full time with part-time options.
Cost & duration
English test scores
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Course structure
4 terms of coursework
- Manual Aesthetic Techniques
- Foundations of Aesthetics
- Evidence-based Practice
- Social and Emotional Wellbeing
- Aesthetic Practice with Technology I
- Professional Clinic Practice I
- Biological Foundations
- Cosmetic Chemistry
- Biosafety in Health
- Structure and Function of the Human Body
- Cultural Diversity in Aesthetics
- Healthcare in the Digital World
- Aesthetics Electrotherapy II
- Aesthetics Practice with Technology II
- Advanced Body Aesthetics Techniques
- Medi-spa in Aesthetics Practice
- Aesthetics and Dermatological Changes
- Entrepreneurship Professionalism and Business Skills in Health
- Advanced Dermal Aesthetics Practice
- Professional Clinical Placement II
- Critical Literature Review
- Professional Communication and Collaboration
- Electives (choose two from): Beauty and Spa Practice I
- Beauty and Spa Practice II
- Understanding Health
- Foundations of Human Nutrition
- First Peoples Culture History and Healthcare
- two supervised clinical placement subjects (Professional Clinic Practice I and Professional Clinical Placement II)
- 22 core subjects and 2 electives
- 3 years full time
Career & PR pathway
Occupations this degree typically leads to, and their skilled-migration list status
Registered Nurse (Aged Care)ANZSCO 254412
On both MLTSSL and CSOL, supporting 189/190/491 and the employer-sponsored 482/186. Needs registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia, assessed against ANMAC's standards.
Assessed by Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC)
Registered Nurse (Medical)ANZSCO 254418
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491, via ANMAC assessment and NMBA registration. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC)
Registered Nurse (Mental Health)ANZSCO 254422
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491, via ANMAC assessment and NMBA registration. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC)
Registered Nurse (Community Health)ANZSCO 254414
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491, via ANMAC assessment and NMBA registration. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC)
Nurse PractitionerANZSCO 254411
On both MLTSSL and CSOL, supporting 189/190/491 and the employer-sponsored 482/186. Requires advanced NMBA endorsement on top of standard registration.
Assessed by Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC)
MidwifeANZSCO 254111
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491, via ANMAC assessment and NMBA registration. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC)
PhysiotherapistANZSCO 252511
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491, via an Australian Physiotherapy Council assessment. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Australian Physiotherapy Council
Occupational TherapistANZSCO 252411
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491, via an Occupational Therapy Council assessment. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Occupational Therapy Council of Australia
DietitianANZSCO 251111
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491, via a Dietitians Australia assessment. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Dietitians Australia
List membership changes over time and does not guarantee an invitation. See the skilled occupation lists guide and the points calculator before relying on this for a visa decision.
Admissions
Successful completion of at least 0.5 EFTSL at AQF level 5 or 0.25 EFTSL at AQF level 6 or above, or equivalent; OR an Australian secondary school certificate, equivalent Senior Secondary qualification, or Baccalaureate Diploma
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