This programme is an ideal option for Bachelor of Health Science graduates to achieve a masters qualification in a short period of time. You don't require a medical science background to enter the programme.
Depending on the specialisation you choose, there are various career opportunities in health services, government agencies, non-governmental organisations and community groups.
The programme currently offers two specialisations:
Our teaching staff are leaders in their fields. You will hear first-hand about some of the innovative and cutting edge research they deliver.
Students who choose not to complete the requirements for the masters can exit the degree with either a postgraduate diploma or postgraduate certificate.
Minimum requirements listed here are the likely grades required and do not guarantee entry. We assess each application individually and applicants may require a higher grade to be offered a place.
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You must have completed a relevant bachelors honours degree or postgraduate diploma with a GPA of 5.0 or higher.
Alternatively, completed a relevant bachelors degree, and a relevant postgraduate certificate with a GPA of 5.0 or higher.
Relevant degrees include:
If you are applying for the Addiction Studies specialisation, you must be currently working therapeutically with clients that have addiction and/or mental health problems. Alternatively, you must be able to organise a structured/approved clinical placement with an addiction service provider.
In exceptional circumstances, these requirements may be waived by the Associate Dean Academic if it is determined that you have a bachelors degree and relevant practical, professional or scholarly experience equivalent to one year of postgraduate study
You must have completed a relevant bachelors degree with a GPA 5.0 or higher in 60 points above Stage II.
Alternatively, have completed a relevant bachelors degree, and passed 60 points in a relevant postgraduate certificate or postgraduate diploma (or 60 points or relevant 700 level courses) with a GPA of 5.0 or higher (provided that the postgraduate certificate or postgraduate diploma has not been awarded).
Relevant degrees include:
If you are applying for the Addiction Studies specialisation, you must be currently working therapeutically with clients that have addiction and/or mental health problems. Alternatively, you must be able to organise a structured/approved clinical placement with an addiction service provider.
In exceptional circumstances, these requirements may be waived by the Associate Dean Academic if it is determined that you have a bachelors degree and at least three years of relevant practical, professional or scholarly experience.