University of Tasmania, Australia

Brochure: Bachelor of Health Science (PDF 647.0 KB)

The Bachelor of Health Science is a degree which prepares students for a range of career paths in the health sector, including administration, management, health promotion and research, as well as for entry to graduate programs in medicine, allied health courses and teaching.

There are employment opportunities in government and non-government medical and general health services and in health research organizations. More specifically they occur in areas such as:

• Project management
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• Health promotion, work in community health groups, welfare agencies, general practices or self help groups
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• Clinical research
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• Sales representation across a broad range of medical and health products (including diagnostic equipment and pharmaceuticals)
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• Rehabilitation and health and fitness education
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• Health administration and management
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• Postgraduate entry to allied health courses such as Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy and Dietetics

The course is also relevant to practicing and potential health care professionals seeking a degree qualification.

• The Bioscience stream provides an understanding of the structure and function of the human body, in both health and disease, and of the biochemical diagnosis of disease.
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• The Business/Psychology stream provides a background in fundamental business procedures, and psychology of individuals and in organizations and health care contexts.
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• The Public Health & Lifestyle stream provides students with interactive communication skills and an   understanding of community and public health. The Exercise Science units focus on disciplines related to exercise and fitness.

For further information about the Bachelor of Health Science, visit the Course and Unit Entry.

What can I do with a Bachelor of Health Science?