Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Health Sciences
Double degree
ATAR and location:Melbourne: 59.2
Start dates: Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)Semester 1 (March), Semester 2 (July)
Duration: 4 years4 years full-time or part-time equivalent
Public health
Why study public health?
Public health is all about preventing disease, prolonging life and promoting health through organised efforts and informed choices. Learn practical skills in health education and communication, health planning and management.
Public Health at La Trobe
Career opportunities
Graduates are prepared for employment in the rapidly expanding field of health promotion and public health. You may expect to work in a community health centre, community-based rehabilitation centre, geriatric care agency and private health services.
Courses
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Bachelor of Health Sciences
Popular course ATAR and location:Melbourne: 52.3Bendigo: 58.1
Start dates: Multiple start dates at various locationsMarch (Melbourne and regional campuses) and July (Melbourne Campus only)
Duration: 3 years full-time or part-time equivalent.3 years
Diploma of Health Sciences
ATAR and location:Bendigo: NA
Start dates: Semester 1 (March)
Duration: 1 year full-time or part-time equivalent.
Doctor of Philosophy
Location: Melbourne Albury-Wodonga Bendigo City Other
Start dates: AnytimeAnytime
Duration: 4 years full-time or equivalent part-time4 years
Doctor of Public Health (Professional Doctorate)
Location: Melbourne
Start dates: Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
Duration: 3 years full-time (4 years maximum) or part-time equivalent3 years full-time (4 years maximum)
Master of Applied Science
Location: Melbourne Albury-Wodonga Bendigo Shepparton
Start dates: Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)See additional information
Duration: 2 years2 years full-time, or the equivalent part-time
Master of Health Sciences
Location: City
Start dates: Semester 1 (March)Semester 1 (March), Semester 2 (July)
Duration: 2 years2 years full-time or part-time equivalent.
Master of Public Health
Location: City
Start dates: Semester 1 (March), Semester 2 (July)Semester 1 (March)
Duration: 2 years full-time or 3-5 years part-time2 years
Master of Public Health and Master of Health Administration
Double degree Location: City
Start dates: Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)Semester 1 (March), Semester 2 (July)
Duration: 2.5 years2.5 years full-time or part-time equivalent
Your study experience
Alternative pathways
Diploma of Health Sciences (Bendigo only)
Public health placements
Compulsory field placement subject in Year 3
Overseas study opportunities
You may be eligible for our student exchange program.
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