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Bachelor of Health Science

Degree Level Undergraduate

Years

International students

Start date
January
March
June
September

Campus
Online

Duration
3 year(s) full-time

Mode
Online

Program Code
XBHS

Prerequisites
None

Assumed Knowledge
None

Fees
AUD$ 27,100 per annum (per 1.0 EFTSL) for students enrolled in 2025

English Language Requirements

IELTS total [6.5]
IELTS reading [6.5]
IELTS writing [6.5]
IELTS speaking [6.5]
IELTS listening [6.5]

Equivalent English qualifications (PDF)

International Admission by Country
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CRICOS Code
This program is not available to students wishing to study in Australia on a student visa

Entry requirements

Admission criteria

The admission criteria have been grouped to assist you to easily find the information most relevant to your circumstances. However, you may fit into more than one and the university will consider applicants against each of the relevant criteria.

Certain conditions apply. For more information refer to Appendix 4 of the University's Selection and Entry policy.

Applicants are required to meet one of the following criteria with a competitive result:
Higher education study
* successfully completed equivalent to a minimum of half a year of full-time study of a higher education program at a recognised higher education provider
OR
Vocational Education and Training (VET)
* completed an award from a registered training organisation at Certificate IV level or above
OR
Work and life experience
* passed a UniSA Online literacy and numeracy test and have relevant work experience;
* completed a 12-month UniSA Foundation Studies program or equivalent; or
* qualified for Special Entry
OR
Recent secondary education
* completed a secondary education qualification equivalent to SACE, such as an interstate year 12 international qualification with a competitive selection rank (ATAR)

Essential requirements for admission

Prerequisites

None

Assumed Knowledge

None

English language entry requirements

In addition to meeting academic entry requirements, international students who speak English as a second or additional language must also meet the University's English language entry requirements. The minimum language requirements for this program are:

English language test

IELTS total [6.5]
IELTS reading [6.5]
IELTS writing [6.5]
IELTS speaking [6.5]
IELTS listening [6.5]

Please access the following link for a comprehensive list of English language tests accepted by UniSA and other important information in relation to meeting the University’s language requirements: English Language Equivalence Table (PDF)

Admission Requirements by Country

Kenya KCSE (average)	B
Bangladesh HSC	3.5
Malaysia STPM (best 3)	6
Canada High School (OSSD)	60
Malaysia UEC	32
Eynesbury FSP	310
Pakistan HSSC	75
Sri Lanka A Levels (best 3)	6
Sweden GPA	12.5
UK Board GCE A Levels/HK Board	6
Vietnam	7
Australia	65
IB (best 6)	26
USA SAT (1600)	1050
India (best 4) Central Board	60
HKDSE	15
Nepal NEB	2.41
German Abitur	3.8
Norway GPA	2.8
India (best 4) State Board	70

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Aim

The program prepares graduates with the knowledge, skills and attitudes to contribute effectively to the ever-changing health industry. The program aims to prepare graduates who have a foundation in basic health science together with specialisation streams, and who can employ inter-disciplinary knowledge and skills to operate effectively within the broader health care sector.

Content & Structure

The program includes courses in biological and social sciences, health related concepts and practice, sociology of health, health promotion, project management and evaluation, and health research.

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What courses you'll study

Course name	Area and cat no.	Units	Reference
First Year
UO Critical Approaches to Online Learning	CURR 3021	4.5	Note(s): 1
OR
Elective		4.5
UO Health Systems and Services	HLTH 1056	4.5
UO Foundations of Human Biology 1	BIOL 1052	4.5
UO Health and Society	HLTH 1054	4.5
UO Foundations of Human Biology 2	BIOL 1053	4.5
UO Research Methods for Public Health	HLTH 1058	4.5
UO Psychology Concepts	BEHL 1027	4.5
UO First Peoples' Health	HLTH 1051	4.5
Second Year
UO Physiology	BIOL 2061	4.5
Elective		4.5
UO Anatomy 1	HLTH 2054	4.5
Elective		4.5
UO Pathophysiology	MEDI 2008	4.5
Elective		4.5
UO Fundamentals of Pharmacology	HLTH 2055	4.5
Elective		4.5
Third Year
UO Health Law, Ethics and Policy	HLTH 2030	4.5
UO Anatomy 2	HLTH 3089	4.5	Note(s): 2
OR
Elective / Advanced Health Science Elective		4.5		Rule(s): 1
UO Project Management for Health and Wellness	HLTH 3065	4.5
UO Global Change and Human Health	BIOL 3037	4.5
UO Health Practice Project 1	HLTH 3075	4.5
Elective / Advanced Health Science Elective		4.5		Rule(s): 1
UO Health Practice Project 2	HLTH 3076	4.5
Elective / Advanced Health Science Elective		4.5		Rule(s): 1

Electives

Course name	Area and cat no.	Units
Advanced Health Science Electives
UO Food Safety, Quality and Security	HLTH 3063	4.5
UO Food as Medicine	FOSC 3017	4.5
UO Public Health	HLTH 3060	4.5
UO Supporting Dignity through Enablement	HLTH 3061	4.5
UO Transition to Employment	HLTH 3062	4.5
UO Psychology of Exercise, Sport and Health	HLTH 3066	4.5
UO Applications in Nutrition and Exercise	HLTH 3067	4.5
UO Nutrition for Exercise and Performance	HLTH 3064	4.5
UO Promotional Communication: Advertising, Publicity and Marketing	COMM 3078	4.5
UO Web Design	GRAP 3015	4.5
UO Disability and Ageing: Diversity and Discrimination	WELF 3025	4.5
UO Case Management for Consumer Directed Care in Disability and Aged Care	WELF 3024	4.5
UO The Psychology of Crime and Violence	JUST 3007	4.5
UO Social Media Engagement	COMM 3084	4.5
UO Work and Organisational Psychology	BEHL 3033	4.5
UO Clinical and Abnormal Psychology	BEHL 3032	4.5
UO Digital Marketing	MARK 3023	4.5
UO Professional Practice in Public Health	HLTH 3077	4.5
UO Epidemiological Principles and Methods	HLTH 3073	4.5
UO Adapted Physical Activity, Exercise and Sport	HLTH 3087	4.5
UO Ageing and Wellbeing in Aboriginal Australians	HLTH 3088	4.5
UO Anatomy 2	HLTH 3089	4.5

Rules & notes

Rules

1. In final year, students must choose two electives from the Advanced Health Science Elective list and satisfy any course pre-requisites. For the other electives, students may select any course in the UniSA Online electives list subject to pre-requisite requirements and availability.

Notes

1. This course is recommended for students who are new to university studies or require development in academic and research skills.

2. This course is recommended for students who are interested in pursuing a postgraduate qualification to become a registered health professional (e.g. physiotherapist, occupational therapist, medical sonographer).

Program Director

Dr Erin Lousberg

Primary director

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Australian students

Phone: +61 8 8302 2376
Enquiry: unisa.edu.au/enquiry

International students

Phone: +61 8 9627 4854
Enquiry: unisa.edu.au/enquiry

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