Bachelor of Health Sciences

Entry Requirements

Flinders University recognises international secondary schooling for direct entry to undergraduate programs.

English language requirements

• IELTS (Academic): 6.0 Overall with 6.0 Speaking, 6.0 Writing;
• TOEFL (Internet): 72 Overall with 18 Speaking, 18 Writing;
• Pearson PTE Academic: 50 Overall with 50 Speaking, 50 Writing;
• Cambridge English Advanced (CAE): Pass grade of B2;
• Occupational English Test (OET): 300 Speaking, 300 Writing;

Course Details

This flexible course gives you exposure to a wide variety of health professions. The degree equips you with transferable skills and experience in a multidisciplinary environment, providing a strong foundation for your future endeavours in the healthcare industry or in further study.

What you will study

First year

A typical first year may include:

• core topics in legal and ethical aspects of health care, communication and interprofessional practice, human bioscience, and health practitioner practice
• introductory topics contributing towards your major

Second year

A typical second year may include:

• intermediate topics contributing towards your major
• study of the sociological and psychological aspects of health
• a selection of electives

Third year

A typical third year may include:

• core topics in qualitative and quantitative methods for social health research
• a health work internship
• advanced topics contributing towards your major
• a selection of electives

Your career

This degree caters for a wide range of careers and equips you with transferable industry relevant skills. Your career path depends on which major you choose.

Potential occupations include:

• health promotion officer
• drug diversion assessor
• community health officer
• clinical trials study assistant
• policy officer
• health and aged care support worker

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