Charles Darwin University
3 years full-time, 6 years part-time
Develop broad health science expertise through flexible online and on-campus study, combining theoretical knowledge with 220 hours of practical community-based placements. Ideal for aspiring health professionals seeking careers in health promotion, policy, research, and public health across diverse Australian communities.
Applicants must meet one of the following: successful completion of Northern Territory Certificate of Education and Training (NTCET) with ATAR of at least 60, a national qualification at Certificate III level or higher, at least 0.5 year of full-time higher education study, equivalent overseas qualifications, STAT Multiple Choice score of 140, completion of tertiary preparation courses, or acceptable personal competencies statement. English language proficiency is required (IELTS 6.0 minimum for international students). Essential requirements include national and international police checks, Working with Children check, Fitness to Practice statement, and current immunisation schedule before community placements.
Core curriculum covers anatomy and physiology, ethics in healthcare, Australia's healthcare system and policies, health promotion, First Nations health perspectives, psychology, communication skills, chronic conditions management, sociology and culture in health, epidemiology and statistics, research and evidence-based practice, rural and remote health, and public health. Specialist electives include health science community practicum (40 credit points), project management, cellular biology, microbiology, chemistry, exercise prescription, mental health and wellbeing, health informatics, neuroscience, pathophysiology, functional anatomy, global and environmental health, and nutrition. Students select 5 general electives from available undergraduate and approved postgraduate units.
Charles Darwin University is a top 100 globally-ranked university for quality education (THE Impact Rankings 2021) with five-star graduate employment outcomes (GUG 2024). CDU offers innovative, research-intensive education with flexible study options (online, on-campus, part-time, full-time) suited to diverse learners. The university provides strong community engagement opportunities, international study tours, student exchange programs, and scholarships. CDU's focus on rural, remote, and Indigenous health aligns with Australia's healthcare needs, and the supportive learning environment enables students to balance study with work and family responsibilities.
Graduates pursue diverse careers in health promotion, project management, health policy and research, health services management, and public health. The qualification provides entry into the health workforce while enabling progression to Master's level studies in occupational therapy, nutrition, speech and language pathology, physiotherapy, health research, and public health. Graduates are eligible for professional membership with the Australian Health Promotion Association and Public Health Association of Australia, opening pathways to leadership roles in health organisations, government agencies, NGOs, and research institutions across local, rural, remote, and international settings.
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