Bachelor of Health Sciences (Honours) in Melbourne Australia | Deakin University

Expand your expertise in healthcare, policy, and systems with a Bachelor of Health Sciences (Honours). This program blends coursework with original research, equipping you with analytical abilities and investigative methods to advance your academic pursuits or career in the thriving health industry. Make meaningful contributions to current health sector research by pursuing an honours degree. You'll collaborate with an esteemed supervisor who will mentor you through every research phase—from data gathering to execution—supporting you in creating an independent, innovative research project.

Concentrate on a health sciences field that inspires you. Potential research areas include:

community health
gambling
gender, family, reproductive and sexual health
health, diversity and social inclusion
health economics
nature and health
obesity prevention, healthy food environments and food policy
physical activity, motor skill competence and self-perception
refugee health
sustainability
violence and abuse, prevention and intervention.
Beyond your chosen research topic, you'll acquire essential skills for conducting successful studies through specialized coursework focused on research methodology.

Rest assured your work will be informed by cutting-edge developments in healthcare. Deakin's School of Health and Social Development hosts numerous interdisciplinary research teams exploring public health, health promotion, and social, commercial, behavioral, and environmental health factors.