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301596 v.2 Bachelor of Science (Health Promotion) (Honours)


BSc(Hons)(Curtin)

Introduction

This honours course extends knowledge of current academic research methodology as it is applied in the field of health promotion, further demonstrated through the conduct of a supervised research project and preparation of an honours dissertation.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites

Refer to Admission into Honours Degree Programs and Regulations for Honours Degrees in the General Information section of the Curtin Courses Handbook. Only students with outstanding performance in undergraduate study will be considered for entry to the honours program. Students intending to apply for entry must have achieved a minimum course weighted average of at least 65 per cent or higher, although some courses require at least 70 per cent or higher. Candidates should inform the Course Coordinator of an intention to apply for entry to the honours program prior to or immediately after the conclusion of undergraduate study.

Specific Requirements

Applicants for this course should refer to the Communicable Diseases and Criminal Record Screening/Clearance Section of this publication.

Duration and Availability

This course is one year full-time or equivalent part-time study.

Additional Course Expenses

Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other vital study materials. In addition, students may also need to contribute some of the cost of consumables, which varies depending on the area of study.

Course Structure

Hrs/Wk

Credit

Year 1 Semester 1

   
13581 v.2   Health Promotion Honours Dissertation 498 8.0 50.0
304179 v.2   Health Research Methods 481 4.0 25.0
      SELECT 1 ELECTIVE   25.0
  100.0

Year 1 Semester 2

   
305871 v.2   Epidemiology and Biostatistics Honours 482 4.0 25.0
4667 v.5   Health Promotion Honours Dissertation 499 12.0 75.0
  100.0
           

Availability

YearLocationPeriodInternalExternal
2004Bentley CampusFull YearY 

The information displayed above refers to study periods and locations where the course is available for first time entry. Students are normally only offered or admitted to a course once.



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