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This program equips you with fundamental knowledge for diverse careers in health and scientific fields. You'll explore essential bioscience subjects, research methodologies, and public health concepts. Starting in year two, you can specialize in either health science or biomedical studies to align with your professional goals.
Our adaptable learning formats and practical training prepare you for immediate career success. Upon graduation, you'll possess the expertise to contribute to government health initiatives, private healthcare projects, and non-governmental organizations.
Advance your healthcare career through our esteemed graduate programs. Develop specialized knowledge and sophisticated research capabilities through master's or doctoral studies.
Upon finishing this program, graduates will demonstrate the ability to:
Analyze various social, biological, economic, political, and environmental health factors and their local/global impacts;
Assess and advocate for evidence-based approaches to address current and emerging public health challenges; Apply comprehensive health science knowledge to solve diverse health-related problems;
Understand and articulate the ethical, legal, and professional frameworks within healthcare practice.
Completion of an Australian Senior Secondary Certificate (VCE or equivalent) including Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or 20 in any other English (or equivalent). OR: Completion of an Australian Advanced Diploma or Diploma (or equivalent). OR: Completion of a Foundation course or equivalent.
English language requirements
IELTS (Academic module): Overall score of 6.0 (no band less than 6.0)
TOEFL Internet: Overall score of 67 (Listening 12, Speaking 18, Reading 15, Writing 21)
Pearson Test of English (PTE): Overall score of 50 (no section score less than 50)
University of Cambridge - Advanced (CAE): Overall score of 169. No individual band less than 169.
VU English - English for Academic Purposes (EAP) (Level 4): achieved.