Why study health at La Trobe?
Top 200 globally
La Trobe's clinical, pre-clinical and health subjects are ranked in the world’s top 200.
Times Higher Education (THE), 2020, World University Rankings 2021 by subject: clinical, pre-clinical and health
Real work settings
Learn in Victoria’s leading hospitals through our on-site clinical schools and work placements.
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Future-focused
Prepare for the future of healthcare with a postgraduate digital health degree from La Trobe.
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Bachelor of Dental Science (Honours)
Build a rewarding career in health with La Trobe’s Bachelor of Dental Science (Honours). Be ready to practice after just five years in this accredited degree.
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Bachelor of Health Sciences
Study a Bachelor of Health Sciences at La Trobe and learn about health professionals, medical research and other factors that influence health. Apply online.
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Bachelor of Nursing (Pre-registration)
Study a Bachelor of Nursing in Melbourne at La Trobe University, with our Pre Registration nursing course, with practical training from first year! Apply now.
Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours)
Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours)
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Bachelor of Psychological Science
Prepare 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. La Trobe's Bachelor of Social Work (Honours) gives you the skills to launch a meaningful career.
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Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science
Study a Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science at La Trobe to discover skills for a career within exercise and sports science industries. Apply online now!
Diploma in Health
La Trobe’s Diploma in Health is your pathway into our popular and varied Bachelor of Health Sciences.
Graduate Certificate in Mental Health
Make a difference in mental health.
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Master of Digital Health
The global digital healthcare market is predicted to grow significantly as it is driven by new technological breakthroughs in the healthcare IT industry and improvements in healthcare services.
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Master of Nursing
La Trobe's Master of Nursing lets you match your study to your career aspirations. Enhance your knowledge and skills in specialist areas by choosing from a range of clinical and non-clinical subjects.
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Master of Professional Psychology
Ready to take the next step in your psychology career? La Trobe’s accredited Master of Professional Psychology will help you build a rewarding career.
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Master of Public Health
Master of Public Health | La Trobe University
Master of Rehabilitation Counselling and Mental Health
If you'd like to build a career that makes a meaningful difference, La Trobe's accredited Master of Rehabilitation Counselling and Mental Health will give you the foundations for a rewarding career that supports others through huge life changes.
Master of Sports and Exercise Physiotherapy
The Master of Sports and Exercise Physiotherapy allows practising physiotherapists to advance their career in the exciting field of sport.
Master of Strength and Conditioning
Want to work with professional athletes? La Trobe’s Master of Strength and Conditioning offers a unique opportunity to enter this high-demand field.
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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.
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Career readiness
Develop the skills and experience employers want with placements and practicals.