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
2013 Master of Health Sciences Melbourne
2 years full-time or part-time equivalent. Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)

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.

Students are able to choose from the following majors: Health Administration, Health Evaluation and Research, Health Information Management, Health Policy.
Prerequisite
Admission requirements vary depending on your choice of major. Normally, applicants are 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.
Fee type
Fees (Fee-Help available)
Fee amount
Indicative (2012): $17,340 per 120 credit points.
How to apply
Apply directly to the University by 4 January 2013 for Semester 1 commencement and 9 July 2013 for Semester 2 commencement. Late applications accepted until the end of January 2013. 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
Course structures and subject information for the following cours(es):
Health Sciences (Master)Melbourne
Health Sciences (Master)Bendigo
Health Sciences (Master)Melbourne (City)

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

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Health sciences international courses
Offer yearCourse title (CRICOS)Campus(es)DurationSemester startsAnnual Tuition Fee (AUD)
2013 Master of Health Sciences (075420D) Melbourne (City)
Melbourne
Bendigo
2 years Semester 1 (March) $27 080

Master of Health Sciences continued…

Year
2013
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.

Students are able to choose from the following majors: Health Administration, Health Evaluation and Research, Health Information Management, Health Policy.
English Language Requirements
IELTS (Academic): minimum score of 6.5 with no individual band score less than 6.0.

TOEFL Paper-based Test: minimum score of 575 (minimum score of 5 in the Test of Written English).

TOEFL Internet-based Test: minimum score of 80 with minimum overall for SLR 18; W 22.

La Trobe Melbourne (ELICOS): completion of English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B Certificate at postgraduate (EFS5 (70 per cent) PG1) level. For more information please visit the La Trobe Melbourne website.

English as the language of instruction in tertiary studies may be accepted.
Please note: English as the language of instruction in previous study will not be accepted as a basis of admission (English)
for courses where the approved test score requirement is above an IELTS 6.5 with no band score lower than 6.0.

Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE): minimum score of 64 with no communicative skill score less than 59.

Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English (CAE): a grade of B or higher.

Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE): a grade of C or higher.

Or approved international equivalent.
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 of work experience in health or a related sector. Applicants without formal qualifications but who have relevant experience and skills should discuss their eligibility with the Course Coordinator. Applicants for the Health Information Management major must have a degree or approved international equivalent in health information management.
Special requirements
Applicants this course must also complete a Supplementary Application Form available from: the La Trobe International website
Professional recognition
Completion of this course qualifies students for registration with the appropriate professional association depending on their specialisation.
Full course details
Course structures and subject information for the following cours(es):
Health Sciences (Master)Melbourne
Health Sciences (Master)Bendigo
Health Sciences (Master)Melbourne (City)

How to apply?

Enquire now about any course for international students or find out how to apply.

 

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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