Bachelor of Health Sciences (Honours) at Flinders

Bachelor Honours Degree Public Health Full Time

Bachelor of Health Sciences (Honours)

at Flinders University · Adelaide, South Australia

CRICOS course code

048599A

CRICOS provider code

00114A

This course is registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students. Verify it yourself at cricos.education.gov.au before paying any fee.

Duration

1 year

Tuition (whole course)

A$38,500 total

Per year

A$38,500/yr

Intake

Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul)

About this program

The Bachelor of Health Sciences (Honours) at Flinders University in Adelaide offers graduates an advanced, research-focused year following the completion of an undergraduate health sciences degree. This honours programme provides students with the opportunity to deepen their understanding of public health, health research methodologies, and evidence-based practice through a significant independent research project overseen by experienced academic staff.

The honours year is structured to develop students' skills in critical analysis, project management, scientific communication, and advanced data interpretation. Students typically complete coursework units and a substantial thesis or capstone research project, which serves as the centrepiece of the programme. The curriculum is designed to enhance research capabilities while cultivating advanced problem-solving and analytical skills that prepare graduates for either direct entry into industry or future research study at master’s or doctoral level.

Honours students gain insight into Australia's public health landscape and may have the opportunity to participate in collaborative projects with local health organisations or research centres, benefiting from Flinders University's industry links in Adelaide and beyond. The programme suits motivated graduates aiming for a career in research, policy, or advanced health roles, or those considering further study in public health or related disciplines. International students are required to evidence English proficiency, and all students should confirm specific entry and programme requirements on the official university site.

Entry requirements

English: International applicants must evidence English proficiency. IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall is the common undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate standard, rising to 7.0–7.5 for teaching, nursing, medicine, law and social work. TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Cambridge C1 Advanced and the university’s own English programmes are accepted as equivalents; the Department of Home Affairs sets a separate English threshold for the Student visa itself.

International students: Registered on CRICOS for international students. A Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) for this course supports a Student visa (subclass 500) application; Overseas Student Health Cover is required for the full duration.

Career outcomes

Public health research assistant
Health project officer
Policy analyst in government or non-government organisations
Epidemiology assistant
Health promotion officer
Roles in health advocacy, planning, or education in Australian state and federal departments, research institutes, and community health organisations

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Bachelor of Health Sciences (Honours) at Flinders University?

It typically takes 1 year, with intakes in Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul).

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$38,500 total. Fees change yearly, confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Public health research assistantHealth project officerPolicy analyst in government or non-government organisationsEpidemiology assistantHealth promotion officerRoles in health advocacy, planning, or education in Australian state and federal departments, research institutes, and c...

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