Overview 2020
Location
This course may not be available to international students. Please see the list of distance courses (i.e. online and taken outside Australia) that are offered to international students
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Become job ready for a career in health. The Bachelor of Health and Community Care is suitable for anyone who is just starting out in the workforce, needs a career change or a skills update.
Choose your own study plan based on personal preference or career interests including:
- Coaching and Counselling
- Drugs and Medicines
- Community and Mental Health
- Health
- Nutrition
- Sports and Exercise
- Epidemiology and Health Research
- Health and community services management
With this course you will gain practical experience that is sought after by employers by developing high level communication, problem solving, management and strategic planning skills as well as learning to improve personal health, and developing your knowledge in community health promotion.
Course objectives
The Bachelor of Health and Community Care prepares students to contribute to improving the health status of individuals and communities in different social settings, whilst providing pathways to other health care courses.
With the aging population, chronic disease and the introduction of the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), there is a rise in demand for health and allied health professionals, and support and personal care worker roles in services related to disability, aged care, mental health, alcohol and drug addiction.
The course equips individuals with underpinning knowledge, understanding and skills for success in employment in positions such as manager in community care, development, education and services and as a pathway to further learning.
Graduates of this Bachelor Degree will have the core skills and knowledge required for work in a diverse range of health and community care settings.
Practical experience
All students enrolling in College of Health and Medicine programs which include a professional experience placement component, laboratory and/or field activity are required to establish and maintain their capacity to practice safely via Safety in Practice Requirements compliance documentation.
Please see the Safety in Practice information for further details.
Career outcomes
Career Opportunities in Health and Community Care
This degree can provide you with the skills and knowledge to pursue occupational roles as assessors, coordinators, counsellors or managers within the following areas:
- disability
- child protection
- drug and alcohol
- family services
- pastoral care
- senior youth
- social welfare
- youth and family support
- juvenile justice
- early intervention
Further Study Opportunities
This degree provides options with pathways to degrees in the College of Health and Medicine. Streams include: Health Science, Nursing, Pharmacy, Medical Research, Paramedic Practice, and Psychological Science.
Course structure
Entry requirements
Fees & scholarships
Domestic students
Scholarships
Domestic Students
Each year the University of Tasmania administers an estimated $7 million in scholarships to students from all walks of life, including those who have achieved high academic results; those from low socio-economic backgrounds; students with sporting ability; students undertaking overseas study; and students with a disability.
Applications for most awards commencing in Semester 1 open at the beginning of August and close strictly on 31 October in the year prior.
For more information on scholarships and to view the full range of scholarships available to you, head to the Scholarships website. (Add link)
International Students
There are a huge range of scholarships, bursaries and fee discounts available for international students studying at the University of Tasmania. For more information on these, visit the International Scholarships website.
Additional costs
In addition to course costs, students may be subject to other costs related to study at university including:
- Text books and stationery
- Accommodation
- Student Services and Amenities Fee
How can we help?
Do you have any questions about choosing a course or applying? Get in touch.
- Domestic
- 13 8827 (13 UTAS)
- International
- +61 3 6226 6200
- Course.Info@utas.edu.au
- Online
- Online enquiries