Bachelor of Health Science/ BA in Hawthorn Australia | Swinburne University of Technology

Our Bachelor of Health Science combined with a Bachelor of Arts empowers you to make a difference in individual and global health while launching a fulfilling career in the fast-growing health sector.

Through interdisciplinary health science courses, you'll discover modern approaches to enhancing wellbeing and longevity. Our state-of-the-art campus laboratories provide hands-on experience with industry-standard technology, giving you the technical expertise today's healthcare field demands.

Pairing with an Arts degree gives you profound insights into global health challenges through majors examining critical issues like environmental sustainability and social justice. You'll cultivate vital capabilities including critical analysis, cultural awareness, digital proficiency, and advanced communication skills - expanding your professional versatility.

This dual degree lets you specialize in Health Science fields aligned with your goals, whether pursuing advanced studies in rehabilitation therapies, nutrition, or mental health services. Meanwhile, the adaptable competencies gained through Arts coursework translate across virtually all professional domains.

Every undergraduate program includes guaranteed practical experience through placements, internships, or industry projects. This combined degree features a significant industry-partnered initiative tackling real-world healthcare challenges. Additional career-building opportunities include professional internships that help establish valuable connections before graduation. During your second year, the Skills and Strategies for Social Change course enables collaboration with peers and community organizations to develop impactful social initiatives.