Bachelor of Health Sciences (Honours)
University of Sydney
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Undergraduate
CRICOS: 00026A
The Bachelor of Health Sciences (Honours) program equips students with the knowledge and practical skills needed to produce high-quality research. Gain an in-depth understanding of an aspect of your field and make a meaningful contribution to the field of knowledge. An honours degree can also launch a fulfilling career in research and academia and provides a common pathway to a PhD.
Structure
Credit points 48
Standard entry requirements
- Qualified for the award of, or been awarded, the pass degree in Bachelor of Health Sciences, the University of Sydney
- ORqualified for an award or been awarded an equivalent degree from within the University of Sydney
- ORqualified for an award or been awarded an equivalent degree from another university
- AND* a Weighted Average Mark (WAM) of at least 65.
Recognition
M Nursing is fully accredited by the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council and the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia. Graduates are eligible to apply for registration as a nurse in Australia with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (conditions apply).
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Mid year intake | Attendance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Camperdown/Darlington | International: $53,500 | No |
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Further information
Practical experience: A minimum of 800 hours of clinical and practical workplace experience is undertaken during the course. Placements are organised in acute hospital environments, mental health and community health facilities, primary care and regional and rural settings. Students also learn in clinical simulation laboratories. Students may have the opportunity to undertake an overseas clinical placement during the final semester. They will need to cover the related costs of this placement. Career opportunities: Examples include registered nurse working in aged care, cancer care, clinical trials, community health, critical care, disaster management, education and health promotion, emergency, health policy, hospitals, immunisation, mental health, pharmaceutical industries, public health, remote area health.
