UndergraduateNursing & Health Sciences
Bachelor of Health Science
University of the Sunshine Coast, Sippy Downs, QLD, Australia
About this program
With the health sector growing, take advantage of exciting career opportunities in health. Make a difference to people’s lives with a degree in health science, with opportunity to specialise in a particular field of study.
Cost & duration
English test scores
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Course structure
28 terms of coursework
- Program structure
- Introductory courses
- 72 units
- BIO100Bioscience Foundations
- HLT112Introduction to Health Science Research Methods
- HLT140Think Health
- HLT150Indigenous Wellbeing Foundations
- PUB102Environment
- Climate and Health
- PUB112Public Health Foundations
- Required courses from a specified list
- 12 units
- Students with intention to articulate to the SC367 BHlthSc Applied Health Promotion
- Global Public Health and Indigenous Health and Wellbeing extended majors are required to complete PUB104 Introduction to Behavioural Health
- Students with intention to articulate to the SC367 BHlthSc (Applied Environmental Health) extended major are required to complete SCI105 Introductory Chemistry as an accreditation requirement
- PUB104Introduction to Behavioural Health
- SCI105Introductory Chemistry
- Developing courses
- 12 units
- HLT205Health Research and Evidence
- Extended majors
- 144units
- Applied Environmental Health
- Applied Health Promotion
- Global Public Health
- Indigenous Health and Wellbeing
- Elective courses
- 48 units
- Select a total of 48 units from the undergraduate elective course options
- Program structures are subject to change. Not all UniSC courses are available on every UniSC campus
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
Entry requirements Entry requirements For entry into most UniSC undergraduate degree programs, you need to have completed a minimum level of education similar to successful completion of Australian Year 12 with good grades. Further studies, for example, a semester or more at college or university, can also be considered for entry and may give you credit transfer towards a degree. Some examples of upper secondary qualifications and a guide to the minimum grades that UniSC will consider are listed here. These are minimum requirements and do not guarantee entry. Some programs may require higher grades. Alternative qualifications may also be considered on a case by case basis. If your qualification (grouped by country) is not listed, send the qualification transcripts with your application form to the International Office for assessment. Minimum entry threshold Applicants must meet the minimum ATAR/Rank. Location ATAR/Rank Sunshine Coast 50.00 Post admission requirements - Hold a valid Blue Card from the Public Safety Business Agency (PSBA), throughout the duration of your program. You should allow 12 weeks for PSBA to issue the card. Note: students who do not possess a valid Blue Card will be unable to complete the work place learning component of their program and will be unable to meet graduation requirements. Refer to the Health Science and Health Promotion - Work Practicums. - Have a National Criminal History check (by Queensland Police Service or other state / territory authority) Additional entry information Applicants from a non-English speaking background should refer to the English language requirements for further information. Recommended prior study English; General Maths, Maths Methods or Specialist Maths; at least one science subject Inherent academic requirements Prospective students must consider the Inherent Academic Requirements before applying to study this program. Refer to Bachelor of Health Science, Diploma in Allied Health Assistance, Undergraduate Certificates - Inherent Academic Requirements
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