Charles Darwin University
1 year full-time, 2 years part-time
Advance your health science career with this specialized honours year featuring research design, independent projects, and thesis work. Perfect for graduates seeking research expertise and postgraduate pathways in allied health fields.
Applicants must have successfully completed a recognized Bachelor degree or equivalent international qualification in a health science-related area with at least a credit average (GPA of 5.00). Consideration may be given to applicants below GPA 5.00 who demonstrate suitable technical skills. Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) is required. Prior to application submission, you must contact the Faculty of Health to discuss your potential research project and secure a project supervisor. A criminal history check may be required depending on your research area.
The course comprises 80 credit points structured across core research units, specialist research components, and elective options. Core coursework includes PHM526 Research Design (10cp). Research units total 60 credit points: HSC701 Research Project (30cp) and HSC702 Research Thesis (30cp). Students select one specialist elective unit (10cp) from options including PHM519 Clinical Trials and Other Intervention Studies, PHM525 Indigenous Health Research, or PHM527 Research, Ethics and Impact. Throughout the program, students develop skills in research methodology, sample collection, critical analysis, data interpretation, and understanding of ethical and professional research issues.
Charles Darwin University is recognized as a top 100 university globally for quality education (THE Impact Rankings 2021) and holds five-star Australian university status for graduate employment outcomes (GUG 2024). CDU offers an innovative, research-intensive learning environment with flexible study options including online, on-campus, part-time, and full-time formats. The university's people-first approach provides supportive learning environments that balance study with work and personal commitments, while specialist Bachelor/Master double degrees can be completed in 4 years instead of 5.
Graduates of this honours program are well-positioned for rewarding careers in health research across diverse fields including occupational therapy, speech therapy, paramedicine, sport science, and creative therapies. The honours qualification provides a direct pathway to postgraduate studies such as Master's degrees and research doctorates (HDR). Graduates develop transferable skills in critical thinking, time management, writing, communication, and teamwork that are highly valued in research institutions, healthcare organizations, universities, and government health agencies.
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