What can I do with a degree in Health Science?

Fields of Employment

Public Health

  • Behavioural Science and Health Education
  • Health Policy and Administration
  • Environmental and Occupational Health
  • Epidemiology
  • Biostatistics
  • International Health

Human Physiology & Anatomy

  • Biomedical Research
  • Medical Science
  • Clinical Physiology

Ergonomics, Safety and Health

  • Resource Management
  • Occupational Health & Safety
  • Road Safety
  • Industrial Hygiene

Environmental Health

  • Risk Assessment and Management
  • Environmental Law
  • Health Research
  • Health Education
  • Community Development and Program Planning

Rehabilitation Counselling

  • Health Promotion
  • Research and Evaluation
  • Specialist Occupational Health & Safety
  • Occupational Rehabilitation
  • Community Based Rehabilitation
  • Case Management

Employers

  • Armed services
  • Biomedical research laboratories
  • Biotechnology firms
  • Centres for disease control
  • Clinics
  • Community health centres
  • Geriatric care agencies
  • Hospitals
  • Local, state and federal government agencies
  • Medical groups
  • Medical research institutes
  • Pharmaceutical companies
  • Private health service organizations
  • Private research facilities
  • Public service departments
  • Non-profit organizations
  • Rehabilitation centres
  • Schools & universities

Further Information and Strategies

  • Undertake internships, work experience and vacation work during your studies.
  • Opportunities for advancement in the health education and health care administration field usually require a Master’s degree in a specialized area.
  • Join professional associations (e.g Public Health Association of Australia) as a student member to gain knowledge about the profession.

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