156799 v.6 Bachelor of Science (Health Promotion)
BSc(Curtin)
Course CRICOS Code: 003779B
Registered full-time Duration for International Onshore Students on student visas:
3 Years
Introduction
This course combines the scientific understanding of the human body with the knowledge and skills for addressing health issues and promoting health in individuals and the community, ensuring graduates obtain the skills to be competent professionals in the field of health promotion. The course content lends itself to innovative teaching methods and fieldwork is incorporated in the second and third years. The School of Public Health is affiliated with the WA Centre for Health Promotion Research. Through the major grants it attracts, it offers staff and students the opportunity to participate in ground breaking health promotion research.
Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites
Prerequisites: No prior study in a particular subject is required. Applicants must meet the University’s standard entry requirements, which include English competency. Desirable: At least one science course 2A/2B from the following list : Biological Sciences, Chemistry, Earth and Environmental Science, Human Biological Science, Integrated Science or Physics.
Specific Requirements
STAT elements considered are E and either V or Q. Applicants for this course should refer to the Clinical Health Sciences section (see page 36) and Police Clearances (see page 5).
Recognition of Prior Learning
Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis.
Duration and Availability
This course is three years full-time or equivalent part-time study. This course is available both internally and online.
Course Organisation
The course is designed to develop appropriate knowledge and skills in the principles and the processes of planning, implementing and evaluating health promotion programs in various settings including clinical, school, worksite and the community. As well as specialist health promotion units in planning, methodology and evaluation, students complete studies in the multidisciplinary areas that underpin the practice of health promotion. Core studies are in human biology, behavioural sciences, epidemiology and health content areas. In addition, professional practice and research project studies are part of the course. There is one elective unit.
Professional Recognition
Students and graduates are eligible for membership of the Australian Health Promotion Association.
Career Opportunities
Health Promotion students graduate with practical as well as theoretical skills, which are highly sought after by employers. Employment may be found at local, state and national government and non government agencies including the Health Department, National Heart Foundation, Divisions of General Practice, Cancer Councils, Main Roads, local government and many more. Diverse areas of work are covered including injury control, alcohol and other drugs, sexual health and physical activity plus health sponsorship and research. Students can also work overseas in developing countries and can structure their course to reflect this interest.
Additional Course Expenses
Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other essential study materials.
Further Information
Contact staff in the Faculty of Health Sciences on telephone (08) 9266 4583, email: hlthsci-ss@curtin.edu.au, website: http://healthsciences.curtin.edu.au.
Combined Degree Information
Health Promotion may be combined with Health and Safety, Nutrition.
Course Structure Disclaimer
Curtin University reserves the right to alter the internal composition of any course to ensure learning outcomes retain maximum relevance. Any changes to the internal composition of a course will protect the right of students to complete the course within the normal timeframe and will not result in additional cost to students through a requirement to undertake additional units.
| Course Structure | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 Semester 1 | |||||
| 307195 | v.2 | Practice of Public Health 180 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 313391 | v.2 | Human Structure and Function 100 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 313392 | v.2 | Introduction to Psychology 100 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 313394 | v.2 | Foundations for Professional Health Practice 100 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 1 Semester 2 | |||||
| 312649 | v.3 | Indigenous Cultures and Health 130 | 2.0 | 12.5 | |
| 313390 | v.2 | Evidence Informed Health Practice 100 | 2.0 | 12.5 | |
| 313395 | v.2 | Health and Health Behaviour 100 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 313398 | v.2 | Imagining Health in Social and Cultural Contexts 100 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 313461 | v.1 | Promoting Health Through Physical Activity and Injury Prevention 182 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 2 Semester 1 | |||||
| 300885 | v.3 | Cancer Control 281 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 7685 | v.6 | Mental Health Promotion 281 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 8700 | v.7 | Health Promotion Planning 281 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 8857 | v.9 | Alcohol and Other Drugs 281 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 2 Semester 2 | |||||
| 12479 | v.5 | Health Promotion in Action 282 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 311440 | v.1 | Epidemiology 286 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 3952 | v.9 | Health Promotion Methods 282 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 7378 | v.7 | Fundamentals of Public Health Nutrition 282 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 3 Semester 1 | |||||
| 301808 | v.6 | Health Promotion Partnerships, Politics and Power 381 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 311351 | v.1 | Applied Research and Biostatistics 381 | 8.0 | 25.0 | |
| 312198 | v.1 | Professional Practice in Public Health 383 | 2.0 | 25.0 | |
| 9818 | v.9 | Health Promotion Methods 381 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 3 Semester 2 | |||||
| 10642 | v.6 | Evaluation of Health Promotion 382 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 313088 | v.1 | Health Promotion in Action 382 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 8701 | v.9 | Health Promotion, Media and Advocacy 382 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| SELECT 1 OPTION | 25.0 | ||||
| 100.0 | |||||
| Optional Units to Select from in Year 3 Semester 2 | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
| 13196 | v.5 | Working in Indigenous Australian Contexts 300 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 307196 | v.2 | Health Care Systems in Australia 201 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 312755 | v.2 | Refugee and Migrant Health 300 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 313093 | v.1 | Research Project 383 | 6.0 | 25.0 | |
| 313397 | v.2 | Interpersonal Communication Skills in Health 100 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 313460 | v.1 | Foundations of Psychology 124 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 7833 | v.8 | Sexology 350 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
Availability
| Year | Location | Period | All* | Internal | Partially Online Internal^ | External | Fully Online# |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | Bentley Campus | Study Period 1 | Y | ||||
| 2012 | Bentley Campus | Semester 1 | Y | ||||
| 2012 | Bentley Campus | Semester 2 | Y |
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.
* The course itself may not be available either solely internally or externally but individual units may be offered in either or both of those modes. Prospective students should contact the Course Coordinator for further information.
^ Course and associated units are offered in this mode permitting International Onshore student enrolment.
# Course and associated units are offered in this online only mode and DO NOT permit International Onshore student enrolment.
