Course Overview

About This Course

Become a health leader, improving the health and wellbeing of individuals and populations alike. Get ready to shape the future of healthcare with a degree in health and biomedical sciences from Adelaide University. Learn how the human body works in sickness and in health. Discover the causes, diagnosis and treatment of diseases. Explore ways to optimise patient outcomes. Develop the knowledge and skills to lead scientific discoveries. With a predicted global shortage of 10 million health workers by 2030, there's never been a more critical time to join this rewarding field. Learn from world-leading academics on the forefront of scientific discovery and emerging technologies. Explore simulated environments to practise and hone your skills. Gain a broad understanding of human health across various disciplines and tailor your studies to your chosen career path. Complete practical placements aligned to your interests and acquire the knowledge and skills to make a real, lasting impact in health and care. Graduate ready to work in either clinical or research settings.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

University of South Australia, City East Campus, Adelaide, South Australia

180-200 Pulteney Street, Adelaide, SA 5000

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Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

Entry requirements not specified on this page. Please refer to the official Adelaide University course page for detailed entry requirements.

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Graduate ready to work in either clinical or research settings. You may find yourself developing vaccines, performing diagnostic testing, or conducting laboratory research to solve global health challenges.

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Professional Body

Council of Academic Public Health Institutions Australasia (CAPHIA)

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Skills Assessor

VETASSESS

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Bachelor of Health Science (Public Health) available fully online?

Yes, the Bachelor of Health Science is delivered 100% online, making it accessible to students who prefer to study remotely without attending a physical campus.

When can I start the Bachelor of Health Science (Public Health)?

The Bachelor of Health Science has multiple intake dates throughout the year, with starts available in January, April, June, and September.

What career opportunities are available after completing this degree?

Graduates are ready to work in either clinical or research settings. Career opportunities may include roles such as developing vaccines, performing diagnostic testing, or conducting laboratory research to solve global health challenges.

Who is considered an Australian student for enrolment purposes?

You are considered an Australian student if you are an Australian or New Zealand Citizen, or an Australian Permanent Resident (including Humanitarian Visa holders).

What makes Adelaide University's health and biomedical sciences degrees stand out?

Adelaide University offers access to world-leading academics on the forefront of scientific discovery and emerging technologies, simulated environments to practise and hone your skills, and practical placements aligned to your interests. The university is also ranked in the global top 100 for Pharmacy & Pharmacology (ranked 99 in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026).

Application

How to Apply

Three simple steps to get enrolled

Step 01

Enquire

Click "Enquire Now" and tell us a little about yourself. It's free and takes 2 minutes.

Step 02

Submit Documents

Our team will guide you on exactly which documents to prepare and submit.

Step 03

Get Enrolled

Receive your offer letter and confirm your enrolment. Welcome to the course!

Course Snapshot

Salary, careers & skills

Typical Salary

Entry-level (0-2 years)AUD $65,000 to $85,000 per year

Early Career (2-5 years)AUD $80,000 to $100,000 per year

Mid-Level (5-10 years)AUD $100,000 to $125,000 per year

Career Paths

Public Health OfficerHealth Promotion OfficerEpidemiologistBiostatisticianHealth Policy Analyst

Key Skills

Epidemiological analysis and disease surveillanceBiostatistics and quantitative data analysisHealth promotion program design and evaluationPublic health policy development and analysisHealth research methods (qualitative and quantitative)

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