Bachelor
The Bond University Bachelor of Health Sciences is a 2-year accelerated degree designed for students who wish to explore a variety of disciplines in the health sciences, as well as providing a pathway to postgraduate specialised study. During this program, you will gain an understanding of basic and applied sciences including the anatomical, molecular, physiological and psychological processes of human health and function. The program provides a degree of flexibility, enabling you to select a variety of subjects to explore which best suit your career and study goals. The program focuses on real world learning, where you will gain exceptional, high-quality practical experience in our health science and human movement laboratories. You will be able to develop and master technical scientific and research skills using some of the latest research equipment, which can be applied across a broad range of industries. Each laboratory has a maximum capacity - ensuring small group learning and personalised attention. This program provides an undergraduate pathway into Bond University's Master of Occupational Therapy, Master of Nutrition and Dietetic Practice, or research based honours.
The Bachelor of Health Sciences will equip you with a strong foundational understanding of the health sciences. Graduates of this degree may seek employment in a range of careers in Australia and around the world that may include:
The Bachelor of Health Sciences will provide you with variety of career opportunities as well as an accelerated undergraduate pathway to graduate-entry studies in registered health professions such as occupational therapy, nutrition and dietetics, as well as broader public health programs and the education sector.
Students who complete the Bachelor of Health Sciences, and meet the entry requirements may apply for the following Bond University programs:
You can also undertake research-based honours studies, leading to Masters and PhD programs.
* Offers will be dependent on both the candidate's final GPA and interview outcomes. Students must have completed the subjects of Medical Biochemistry 1 (BMED11-205), Medical Biochemistry 2 (BMED12-209).
** Students must have completed the subjects of Introduction to Psychology: Learning and Social (PSYC11-101), Developmental Psychology (PSYC12-315) and Functional Anatomy (SPEX11-113)
The Bachelor of Health Sciences program comprises 24 subjects, as follows:
University core subjects (3)Plus: Beyond Bond: Professional Development and Community Engagement
Compulsory subjects (15)Complete six (6) subjects from the following electives:
*Subject names and structure may change
Program structure and sequencingPlease visit Program Structure and Sequencing for guidance on study plans.
Teaching methodologyStudents have the opportunity to develop and master technical scientific and research skills through extensive, hands-on laboratory training using some of the latest research equipment.
The educational approach involves a combination of lectures, tutorials, seminars, examinations, projects, presentations, assignments, laboratory work and industry projects. Students will participate in problem-based-learning and practical laboratory experience from the first semester.
Subject credits may be awarded for previous studies. To apply for credits, you will need to submit academic transcripts including detailed subject outlines/course descriptions for each relevant subject and/or certified copies of testamurs to the Office of Future Students. Please refer to how to apply for credit for more information
In order to apply for study at Bond University, you will need to complete the online application form. To find out more about the application process please refer to how to apply.