Health sciences

Why study Health sciences?

Health care is one of the fastest growing industries within the Australian economy and is undergoing substantial reform. This has led to the development of new areas of speciality and changing standards in existing areas. Health care is one of the best sectors in which to find employment. This degree will suit graduate healthcare professionals who want to pursue specialties in major study areas:

  • Health Administration (Franklin Street campus)
  • Health Evaluation and Research (Franklin Street campus)
  • Health Information Management (Melbourne campus)
  • Health Policy (Franklin Street campus)
  • Health Promoting Palliative Care (Franklins Street campus)
  • Health Promotion (Franklin Street campus, Bendigo campus)
  • Rehabilitation Counselling (Franklin Street campus)

Career opportunities

Health Science qualifications can lead to career opportunities as policy analysts, health program coordinators and managers, rehabilitation counsellors and other health professional roles.

Courses

Local students

Health sciences courses
Offer yearCourse titleCampus(es)DurationSemester starts
2012 Master of Health Sciences Bendigo
Melbourne
2 years full-time or part-time equivalent. Semester 1 (March)

Master of Health Sciences continued…

Course description
This course provides students with the skills and knowledge to conduct applied research in health or community services settings (thesis stream) and to develop, implement and evaluate health-related programs and services. It offers opportunities to learn more about a variety of specialities in the health field, to strengthen analytical skills and to consider furthering knowledge through research. The course aims to meet the needs of health professionals who have assumed or are likely to assume high-level responsibility for coordination and management of these programs and services.
Prerequisite
Admission requirements vary depending on your choice of major. Normally, applicants should have a three-year undergraduate degree in health sciences or a related field, and at least two years' professional experience in the health or related sector. Applicants without formal qualifications but with relevant experience and skills should discuss their eligibility with the course coordinator.
Fee type
Fees (Fee-Help available)
Fee amount
Indicative (2012): $15,770 per 120 credit points.
How to apply
Apply directly to the University by 31 October 2011 for semester 1 commencement and 9 July 2012 for semester 2 commencement. Late applications accepted until the end of January 2012 (full-fee places only). Visit our postgraduate website to download an application form. For this course, applicants must also submit a supplementary application form (PDF 114KB).
Professional recognition
Graduates qualify for registration with the appropriate professional association, such as the Australian Association of Gerontology, the Australian College of Health Service Executives, the Australian Health Promotion Association and the Australian Society of Rehabilitation Counsellors.
Full course details
Health Science (Master)Melbourne
Health Science (Master)Bendigo

How to apply?

Methods of application vary from course to course. Please see the course entry above for details of how to apply for the course you are interested in.

Fees and scholarships

Postgraduate coursework programs are either:

  • Fee-paying (where you pay the full cost of the course). FEE-HELP is available.
  • CSP (Commonwealth Supported Place), subsidised by the Commonwealth Government where you pay a contribution towards course costs. HECS-HELP is available.

Students enrolled for certain postgraduate coursework programs may be eligible for student income support.

International students

Health sciences international courses
Offer yearCourse title (CRICOS)Campus(es)DurationSemester startsAnnual Tuition Fee (AUD)
2012 Master of Health Sciences (075420D) Melbourne
Bendigo
2 years Semester 1 and 2 (February and July) $25 270

Master of Health Sciences continued…

Year
2012
Course description
This course provides students with the skills and knowledge to conduct applied research in health or community services settings (thesis stream) and to develop, implement and evaluate health-related programs and services. It offers opportunities to learn more about a variety of specialities in the health field, to strengthen analytical skills and to consider furthering knowledge through research. The course aims to meet the needs of health professionals who have assumed or are likely to assume high-level responsibility for coordination and management of these programs and services.
English Language Requirements
IELTS Academic - a minimum overall score of 6.5 with no individual band less than 6.0; TOEFL Computer Based - a minimum score of 233 (minimum score of 5 in essay writing); TOEFL Paper Based - a minimum score of 575 with a score of 5 or better in the Test of Written English; TOEFL Internet-based - a minimum score of 88 with no individual score less than 22; La Trobe Melbourne - English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B certificate at postgraduate level. For more information please visit the La Trobe Melbourne website;
Academic entry requirements
Applicants are normally required to hold a three-year undergraduate degree in health sciences or a related field and have at least two years work experience in the health or related sector. Applicants without formal qualifications but with relevant experience and skills, should discuss their eligibility with the course coordinator. Applicants for the health information management major must have a degree or other recognised qualification in health information management.
Special requirements
Applicants must also complete a Supplementary Application form available at the Health Sciences website
Additional information
Please note the application closing date for Semester 2 commencement is 9 June 2012. Students with majors in Health Administration and Health Policy start in Semester 1 and 2 (February and July). Health Information Management and Health Research and Evaluation majors have a Semester 1 (February) commencement.
Professional recognition
Completion of this course will qualify students for registration with the appropriate professional association, such as the Australian College of Health Service Executives.
Course details
Health Science (Master)Melbourne
Health Science (Master)Bendigo

How to apply?

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Fees and scholarships

Estimated fees for international students are indicated for each course above. Fees are indicative only and set at 120 credit points per course, unless otherwise stated, and may vary depending on the number of credit points in which students enrol. Some courses may vary in credit point load and fees will be adjusted accordingly.

There is also a range of scholarships available for international students to assist students.

Your study experience

Alternative pathways

  • Master of Health Administration
  • Master of Health Information Management
  • Diploma in Health Research Methodology

Health sciences placements

Depending on which major you select, there may be opportunities for placements within a relevant industry employer.

Overseas study opportunities

You may be eligible for our student exchange program.

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