Why study health at La Trobe?
Top 200 globally
We’re ranked in the world’s top 200 for medical and health.
Times Higher Education (THE), 2025, World University Rankings 2025 by subject: Medical and Health
Top 50 globally
We’re ranked in the world’s top 50 for nursing.
Quacquarelli Symonds (QS), 2025, QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025: Nursing
High employability
83.5% of our domestic health services and support undergraduates found full-time employment within four months of graduation.
Quality Indicators for Learning and Teaching (QILT), 2024, ComparED: Health Services & Support (Undergraduate)
Make an informed choice
Our one-on-one consultations are designed to hone your objectives and provide practical guidance about your study options
Courses in health
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Bachelor of Biomedicine
Gain the technical expertise you need to launch your biomedical career, and get a pathway to further study in research, medicine, physiotherapy and more.

Bachelor of Dental Science (Honours)
Be ready to practice after just five years with La Trobe's Bachelor of Dental Science (Honours). Build your professional skills & a career helping others.

Bachelor of Food and Nutrition
Empower individuals and communities to live healthier lives. Graduate ready to apply for membership with the Nutrition Society of Australia.

Bachelor of Health Sciences
Make a real impact in the lives of individual people and whole populations with La Trobe's Bachelor of Health Sciences.

Bachelor of Nursing
Gain essential clinical and employability skills in real-world health settings. Graduate ready to apply to become a registered nurse (RN).

Bachelor of Nursing/Bachelor of Midwifery
Gain the skills, knowledge and practical experience to care for mothers and babies. Graduate ready to apply to become a registered midwife (RM) and registered nurse (RN).

Bachelor of Nursing/Bachelor of Psychological Science
Complete two degrees in just four years. Gain essential nursing and psychology skills in real-world health settings. Graduate ready to apply to become a registered nurse (RN).

Bachelor of Paramedic Practice with Honours
La Trobe's Bachelor of Paramedic Practice (Honours) gives you the knowledge and skills to launch a career in the important field of paramedicine.

Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours)
Become a fully-qualified physiotherapist with La Trobe's Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours). Start building your practical skills as soon as the first year.

Bachelor of Psychological Science
La Trobe's Bachelor of Psychological Science will prepare you for a career in psychology and related fields by gaining an understanding of what drives human behaviour.

Bachelor of Social Work (Honours)
Make a difference by helping others to thrive with La Trobe's Bachelor of Social Work (Honours). Gain the skills you need to launch a meaningful career.

Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science
Study a Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science at La Trobe to gain the scientific knowledge and practical skills to improve people's health and wellbeing.

Bachelor of Sport and Recreation Management
Learn how to manage and deliver community-based sport and recreation services and programs through La Trobe's Bachelor of Sport and Recreation Management.

Diploma in Health Sciences
Take a supported pathway into our Bachelor of Health Sciences or head straight into entry-level healthcare roles with the interdisciplinary skills you need.

Diploma of Rural Health
La Trobe’s Diploma of Rural Health gives you a pathway to study one of our leading health degrees and an entry-level health qualification.
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Meet one of our students

La Trobe is preparing me for my future career through teaching me the people skills that are often neglected, especially interpersonal communication and building meaningful relationships with other people. The true value of La Trobe extends beyond academic success, which is why so many employers see the value in La Trobe graduates.
Harry Pham
Bachelor of Applied Science/Master of Physiotherapy Practice student
The first step to a healthy career
A wealth of degrees
At La Trobe, you can choose from a broad range of health courses in Victoria. Whether you want to treat patients, promote public health or improve health outcomes with digital technology, you’ll become a well-rounded and career-ready health practitioner at La Trobe.
A leader in online learning
As a university that already delivered many degrees online, we’re now transitioning many of our courses to online learning. Enjoy the flexibility of studying from the comfort of your home. As an online student, you’ll enjoy extra support from expert teachers and access to incredible resources.
Your study experience

Scholarships
We offer a range of scholarships to help you succeed. Find the right one for you.

How to apply
Find the right way to apply for study at La Trobe.

Pathways
If you don't meet the requirements of your preferred course then a pathway option might be the answer.

Career readiness
Develop the skills and experience employers want with placements and practicals.
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