Bachelor of Health and Medical Science (Honours)

Program Overview

The Bachelor of Health and Medical Science (Honours) is a one-year program that enhances knowledge and investigative skills in health and medicine. Students conduct independent research projects, preparing them for careers in research or applying their expertise in workplace settings. The program is offered full-time at the Waurn Ponds (Geelong) campus, with an intake in February. Graduates are highly sought after in fields such as biological sciences and clinical research.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

Program Description:

The Bachelor of Health and Medical Science (Honours) is a one year full-time degree that extends knowledge in health and medicine via independent research projects. The program allows individuals to advance their knowledge and investigative skills, conduct independent research in their chosen field, and pursue careers in research or apply their expertise in workplace settings.

Program Objectives:

• Enhance knowledge and investigative skills in health and medicine
• Conduct an independent research project in the chosen area of interest
• Prepare for a career in research or apply practical expertise in the workplace

Outline:

Course Structure:

• Core Units:
• Academic Integrity Module
• Research Methods
• Developing Research Skills
• Honours Research Project

Intake Timings:

Careers:

Career Outcomes and Opportunities:

Graduates are highly sought after for academic, private, and government roles in areas like biological sciences and clinical research. The honours year prepares students for careers in medical research and acts as a pathway for further studies (masters or PhD programs).