Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Advanced Studies (Health)
About this course
This course provides a thorough grounding in health and health systems at the local, national and global levels. You will graduate with the ability to navigate the complexity of health in different sociocultural, political and economic contexts.
Who is it for?
If you are interested in science and the medical industry, this degree will set you up to become a leader in health services and an advocate for better health.
Key information
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Career paths
- Health promotion
- Policymaking
- Project and case management
- Consulting
- Logistics and procurement
- Health insurance
- Business development
- Marketing
- Public relations
What you’ll study
As a student in this course, you will complete:
- the Health stream (including a major in Health)
- a second major.
Year 1 and 2
In first year you will complete 48 cp, including 6 cp of mathematics degree core units and a selection of biology and psychology units.
In second year you will undertake a unit on Research Methods in Health.
Year 3 and 4
In third year you will choose four units from a selection of research, interdisciplinary, disciplinary and health units.
In the final year of your degree, you will undertake advanced coursework where you will enhance your leadership, critical thinking and problem-solving skills and increase your employment prospects. You will undertake challenging coursework and a substantial real-world project individually or in collaboration with other students.
If you would like to study honours and meet the relevant admissions requirements, you will be able to apply for an appended honours degree after completing three years of undergraduate study.
Why study with us?
Top 20 university globally
- The University of Sydney is placed equal 19th globally in the highly regarded 2024 QS World University Rankings, rising 22 places from last year.
- 25th globally for life sciences and medicine by the 2023 QS University Rankings by Subject.
Fees
Year 1
Indicative amount to complete the first 48 credit points
*How this is calculated
Admission criteria
Qualifications
Mandatory for course entry
Secondary or tertiary qualification
A secondary education qualification such as the NSW Higher School Certificate (including national and international equivalents), OR approved higher education study, including approved preparation courses.
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English language requirements
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How to apply
Submit application
Submit an application through our portal.
Closing dates
Semester 1
31 January of the commencing year
Semester 2
2 August of the commencing year (2024 applications only).