La Trobe University-Melbourne

Course Details

Bachelor of Health Sciences/Bachelor of Business

Course Description

This four-year double degree gives you a foundation in business with an added specialisation in health. You'll gain an understanding of health administration, health policy and health services management, preparing you to pursue a career in public or private health services. In your first two years, you'll complete foundational health sciences subjects including Human Biosciences and Introduction to Professional Practice. In third and fourth year, you can choose from three health sciences majors: human physiology and anatomy, public health or rehabilitation counselling. Your business studies will give you a global perspective on the issues that affect companies and organisations. You'll examine Australian and international practices along with complex market growth, statistical concepts and economic factors such as trade barriers, unemployment and the social consequences of business decisions.

Course Duration

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4year

Career outcomes

You'll be ready to work in government departments and agencies, hospitals, community health centres, rehabilitation centres, geriatric care agencies, the voluntary health services sector, or private health services organisations.

Bachelor of Health Sciences/Bachelor of Business La Trobe University-Melbourne