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Bachelor of Health Science (Indigenous Health) | 2020
Testamur Title of Degree: | Bachelor of Health Science (Indigenous Health) |
Abbreviation: | BHlthSc(IndigHlth) |
UOW Course Code: | 1784 |
CRICOS Code: | 084866K |
Total Credit Points: | 144 |
Duration: | 3 years full-time or part-time equivalent |
Home Faculty: | Faculty of Science, Medicine and Health |
Intake Session(s): | No intakes for 2020 commencement |
Delivery Mode: | On-campus |
Delivery Campus / UAC Code: | Wollongong / 756632 |
Overview
The Bachelor of Health Science (Indigenous Health) is a degree open to both Indigenous and non-Indigenous students. The course covers areas including community health, community development, cultural issues, comparative Indigenous health issues and Indigenous health research; which are complemented with study in Aboriginal Studies, Psychology, Sociology, Education and other related areas.
Job opportunities include working in the community sector, in Aboriginal Medical Services or with State or Federal health agencies. Graduates may be interested in working in a rural or remote community, or in community development, health promotion, planning or policy.
Assistance is given to Indigenous students via Commonwealth funded 'away from base allowances' and the Woolyungah Indigenous Centre will assist students by providing tutors, access to support staff and resources, and helping individual students find their best method of study.
Other Information
For further information please email: smah-students@uow.edu.au