Study Health Sciences in Australia

Health Care and Social Assistance is Australia’s largest and fastest growing industry and is projected to have the strongest employment growth of any industry through to May 2023

(Australian Jobs 2019)

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Why study a Health Sciences degree at Flinders?

Influence the future of health and go beyond the ordinary in one of Australia's’ fastest growing industries – and prepare yourself for a career with global job opportunities. With over 26 globally recognised health and medical research institutes and centres on campus, studying in Australia at Flinders University will link you to world-renowned researchers.

Globally recognised qualifications

Professionally accredited programs with globally recognised qualifications that increase your job opportunities worldwide.

Flinders Medical Centre

Flinders is the only university in South Australia with an on-campus teaching hospital. The Bedford Park Flinders Medical Centre serves as trauma centre for the southern suburbs, and parts of the Adelaide Hills.

On-campus clinical lab

Flinders Health Sciences clinical skills lab offers students the opportunity to service public patients in their chosen field.

Hands-on industry experience

The majority of Health Sciences programs include practical industry and clinical based placements and internships providing hands-on industry experience and skills.

Ground-breaking research

With over 26 globally recognised health and medical research institutes and centres on campus, you are linked with world-renowned researchers and modern, ground-breaking research.

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Courses available in Health Sciences

Bachelor of Disability and Developmental Education

Develop the knowledge and skills to shape an inclusive society.

On completion, you can be employed as a developmental educator and are qualified to provide services for people of all ages with diverse needs, including developmental and acquired disabilities.

Bachelor of Human Nutrition

Address the future health needs of Australia and the world.

The Bachelor of Human Nutrition provides you with the opportunity to study nutritional, health and medical sciences, and to promote health and prevent illness in communities by applying scientific knowledge and skills in nutrition and human sciences.

Postgraduate offerings

Flinders University also offers a variety of postgraduate courses to broaden the professional opportunities for graduates within an evolving policy and practice context. There are many opportunities in this evolving field—from disability studies, to nutrition, to public health.

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I am passionate about using my knowledge to help improve peoples’ general health and quality of life. I also love food and working with others so nutrition and dietetics was the best choice for me. Flinders is well known for its nutrition and dietetics course, with a strong reputation for experienced lecturers and outstanding researchers in this field.

Xiao Qian HOW
Bachelor of Nutrition and Dietetics, Malaysia

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Our course guide contains everything you need to know about studying at Flinders University. Learn more about life in Adelaide, Flinders accommodation, student services, and detailed information about all the courses we offer.

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