Foundation Studies for Health & Life Science (LFS0) (085026J) + Bachelor of Health Science (062598G)

Bachelor of Health Sciences will give them the skills and confidence to build a rewarding career in this diverse field. Whether they want to work with individual people or whole populations, students will have the opportunity to fine-tune there skills and get the real-world experience that'll set them apart

Look at health from every angle. While we often measure health through the body, we can also examine the way our minds, our society and our environment – not to mention our political structures – affect the health of every individual, family and community. Students will learn how to use data as a powerful tool to improve the health of everyday people and develop the research skills to make a real impact

Design your own study program and carve there unique path in the world of health. In this highly flexible degree, they can choose to major in a range of fascinating areas of health sciences, including human physiological sciences (Melbourne only), medical and exercise science (Bendigo only), psychological science, public health and more.

Delve deeper into subjects they were fascinated in, with the option to take up to two majors if they want to develop broad expertise and keep there career options open. They will also have the option to study an open access major or minor from across the university to gain extra skills and explore your passions.

Learn from expert academics with strong ties to the health industry. Be mentored in the areas there passionate about and take the opportunity to get real-world experience at leading organisations via internships at La Trobe's partners. Develop your professional networks when they connect with diverse industry leaders.

Gain deep knowledge of the most impactful areas of the health sciences and build a meaningful career. Through there studies, they can aspire to make positive differences at local, national and international levels. They will learn the skills employers are searching for. Hone there abilities in critical thinking, problem-solving, communication, research, leadership and teamwork, then use them to address the biggest issues in health and wellbeing.

Students will learn:

• Professional scientific thinking
  

Learn how science contributes new knowledge and finds solutions to problems in our society.

• Lab and fieldwork skills

Learn how to collect data and use specialist technical skills to develop new findings in the laboratory and in the field.

• Problem-solving

Learn to develop solutions to complex scientific problems.

• Collaboration

Collaborate and work effectively in teams to solve problems and achieve shared goals.

• Professional conduct

Learn about ethical conduct when working as a scientific professional and how to promote and communicate your professional identity to potential employers and peers.

• Communicating as a professional scientist

Gain experience communicating to a range of audiences, both in written and verbal formats.