Become future-fit for the evolution of our health science industries

Health science encompasses a vast array of disciplines and fields dedicated to the study and improvement of human health. It is a dynamic and rapidly evolving sector that plays a critical role in promoting wellbeing and addressing the healthcare needs of individuals and communities. As the world faces various health challenges and experiences advancements in medical technologies, the demand for skilled health professionals continues to grow.

In the dynamic field of health science, UNE offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses and specialisations designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to thrive and adapt in an ever-changing work environment. Our long-standing commitment to adult education ensures that our courses in health science focus on key skills for success in the field such as critical thinking, communication and collaboration, and research and analysis.

UNE offers a range of flexible study options to suit your needs. The majority of our students study online, enjoying a vibrant learning community where adult students can connect with like-minded individuals, sharing their life and work experiences to build vital networks. Our on-campus students can take full advantage of our campus accommodation, sporting facilities and support services. Regardless of your study mode, UNE can accommodate your schedule by offering study full-time or part-time over three trimesters.

Whether you aspire to work in public health, research, education or any other field within the health sector, our health science offerings will equip you with the knowledge and expertise you need to thrive in your chosen career. By choosing UNE, you’ll be studying with an industry leader in the provision of online lifelong learning. Year after year, students award us the maximum 5-star ratings for Overall Experience and Student Support in The Good Universities Guide.

Explore study options related to health science on offer at UNE.

Why study with us?

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Find the right major or specialisation for your studies in Health Science

As our population grows and ages and technologies evolve, the healthcare industry is rapidly changing. Futuree-fit yourself by graduating from one of UNE’s health science offerings as an adaptable, versatile professional who is prepared to exceed industry expectations. Explore your options now.

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Biomedical Research
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Benefit from UNE's expert biomedical academics and develop the skills to diagnose, analyse and treat diseases. Use emerging tech and research techniques and be future-fit for a career in the rapidly changing field of scientific research. Be…

Benefit from UNE's expert biomedical academics and develop the skills to diagnose, analyse and treat diseases. Use emerging tech and research techniques and be future-fit for a career in the rapidly changing field of scientific research. Be ready for changes in data usage and precision medicine.

Courses Type Level of Study
Bachelor of Biomedical Science Minor Undergraduate
Biomedical Science
  • Undergraduate
  • Bachelor Honours
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  • Major
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UNE's expert biomedical science educators will help you develop a deep understanding of the body and how it works then teach you how to analyse, diagnose and treat disease so you are future-fit for a career in the world of medical science.…

UNE's expert biomedical science educators will help you develop a deep understanding of the body and how it works then teach you how to analyse, diagnose and treat disease so you are future-fit for a career in the world of medical science. Secure your position in a changing global environment.

Courses Type Level of Study
Bachelor of Biomedical Science Specialist Course Undergraduate
Master of Scientific Studies Major Postgraduate
Graduate Diploma in Science Major Postgraduate
Graduate Certificate in Science Major Postgraduate
Chemistry
  • Undergraduate
  • Bachelor Honours
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Benefit from UNE's established reputation in chemistry and develop the practical lab skills and the theoretical and analytical skills to have an impact in the rapidly changing world of chemistry; a field set to see advances in instrumentation,…

Benefit from UNE's established reputation in chemistry and develop the practical lab skills and the theoretical and analytical skills to have an impact in the rapidly changing world of chemistry; a field set to see advances in instrumentation, tech, sustainability and global collaboration.

Courses Type Level of Study
Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science Major Undergraduate
Bachelor of Education (In-service Conversion) Major Undergraduate
Bachelor of Education (K-12 Teaching) Teaching Area Undergraduate
Bachelor of Education (Secondary STEM) Teaching Area Undergraduate
Bachelor of GeoScience Minor Undergraduate
Bachelor of Science Major Undergraduate
Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Laws Major Undergraduate
Bachelor of Science with Honours Major Bachelor Honours
Master of Scientific Studies Major Postgraduate
Graduate Diploma in Science Major Postgraduate
Graduate Certificate in Science Major Postgraduate
Environmental Health
  • Undergraduate
  • Bachelor Honours
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  • Minor
  • Specialisation
  • Teaching Area
  • Specialist Course
Gain the advanced knowledge you need to become an expert in environmental public health with UNE. Develop multi-disciplinary analytical and research skillsets in the One Health approach and meet demand for experts in public health ready to tackle…

Gain the advanced knowledge you need to become an expert in environmental public health with UNE. Develop multi-disciplinary analytical and research skillsets in the One Health approach and meet demand for experts in public health ready to tackle issues such as climate change and natural hazards.

Courses Type Level of Study
Master of Public Health (One Health) Minor Postgraduate
Graduate Diploma in Public Health (One Health) Minor Postgraduate
Graduate Certificate in Public Health (One Health) Specialist Course Postgraduate
Genetics
  • Undergraduate
  • Bachelor Honours
  • Postgraduate
  • Major
  • Minor
  • Specialisation
  • Teaching Area
  • Specialist Course
Rapid advances in genetics such as gene editing, personalised medicine, and genomic research have spurred a need for more trained professionals in this field. Enhance your skills in statistical modelling, bioinformatics, population genetics, and…

Rapid advances in genetics such as gene editing, personalised medicine, and genomic research have spurred a need for more trained professionals in this field. Enhance your skills in statistical modelling, bioinformatics, population genetics, and genomic analysis with the experts at UNE.

Courses Type Level of Study
Bachelor of Agriculture Minor Undergraduate
Bachelor of Agriculture/Bachelor of Business Minor Undergraduate
Bachelor of Agriculture/Bachelor of Laws Minor Undergraduate
Bachelor of Animal Science Minor Undergraduate
Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science Major Undergraduate
Bachelor of Rural Science Minor Undergraduate
Bachelor of Science Major Undergraduate
Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Laws Major Undergraduate
Bachelor of Science with Honours Major Bachelor Honours
Master of Scientific Studies Major Postgraduate
Graduate Diploma in Science Major Postgraduate
Graduate Certificate in Science Major Postgraduate
Global Health
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  • Bachelor Honours
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  • Specialist Course
Become an expert in the rapidly developing field of global public health with UNE. Using the interdisciplinary One Health approach, build the research, collaboration and communication skills needed to succeed as you prepare to face disease outbreaks …

Become an expert in the rapidly developing field of global public health with UNE. Using the interdisciplinary One Health approach, build the research, collaboration and communication skills needed to succeed as you prepare to face disease outbreaks and environmental hazards at a global level.

Courses Type Level of Study
Master of Public Health (One Health) Minor Postgraduate
Graduate Diploma in Public Health (One Health) Minor Postgraduate
Graduate Certificate in Public Health (One Health) Specialist Course Postgraduate
Medical Pathology
  • Undergraduate
  • Bachelor Honours
  • Postgraduate
  • Major
  • Minor
  • Specialisation
  • Teaching Area
  • Specialist Course
Australia's ageing population requires more specialists in the fast-paced field of medical pathology. UNE's expertise will help you develop the knowledge of biology and physiology that you will need to explore growing areas such as…

Australia's ageing population requires more specialists in the fast-paced field of medical pathology. UNE's expertise will help you develop the knowledge of biology and physiology that you will need to explore growing areas such as bioinformatics, personalised medicine, and medical genetics.

Courses Type Level of Study
Bachelor of Biomedical Science Minor Undergraduate
Medicinal Chemistry
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  • Bachelor Honours
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Drug development is becoming increasingly complex, raising demand for medicinal chemistry graduates. The experts at UNE will help you to develop the laboratory skills and chemical knowledge needed to discover and improve medications, and contribute…

Drug development is becoming increasingly complex, raising demand for medicinal chemistry graduates. The experts at UNE will help you to develop the laboratory skills and chemical knowledge needed to discover and improve medications, and contribute to growing fields such as personalised medicine.

Courses Type Level of Study
Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science Major Undergraduate
Bachelor of Biomedical Science Minor Undergraduate
Bachelor of Science Major Undergraduate
Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Laws Major Undergraduate
Master of Scientific Studies Major Postgraduate
Graduate Diploma in Science Major Postgraduate
Neuroscience
  • Undergraduate
  • Bachelor Honours
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  • Minor
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  • Specialist Course
Growing recognition of the importance of mental health is driving demand for neuroscience specialists. Future-fit yourself with cutting-edge knowledge of brain imaging, diagnostic criteria and the brain-behaviour relationship. Learn from the…

Growing recognition of the importance of mental health is driving demand for neuroscience specialists. Future-fit yourself with cutting-edge knowledge of brain imaging, diagnostic criteria and the brain-behaviour relationship. Learn from the renowned experts in our Brain Behaviour Research Group.

Courses Type Level of Study
Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science Major Undergraduate
Bachelor of Biomedical Science Minor Undergraduate
Bachelor of Science Major Undergraduate
Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Laws Major Undergraduate
Master of Neuroscience Specialist Course Postgraduate
Master of Neuroscience and Business Specialist Course Postgraduate
Master of Neuroscience and Education Specialist Course Postgraduate
Graduate Diploma in Neuroscience Specialist Course Postgraduate
Graduate Diploma in Neuroscience and Business Specialist Course Postgraduate
Graduate Diploma in Neuroscience and Education Specialist Course Postgraduate
Graduate Diploma in Science Major Postgraduate
Graduate Certificate in Neuroscience Specialist Course Postgraduate
Graduate Certificate in Neuroscience and Business Specialist Course Postgraduate
Graduate Certificate in Neuroscience and Education Specialist Course Postgraduate
Graduate Certificate in Science Major Postgraduate
Organisational Health
  • Undergraduate
  • Bachelor Honours
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  • Minor
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Specialise in organisational public health with the experts at UNE. Develop the strategic planning, policy and information management skills to lead and manage from a One Health perspective. Meet growing demand for organisational public health…

Specialise in organisational public health with the experts at UNE. Develop the strategic planning, policy and information management skills to lead and manage from a One Health perspective. Meet growing demand for organisational public health specialists who have interdisciplinary skillsets.

Courses Type Level of Study
Master of Public Health (One Health) Minor Postgraduate
Graduate Diploma in Public Health (One Health) Minor Postgraduate
Graduate Certificate in Public Health (One Health) Specialist Course Postgraduate

Why study with us?

5 stars
For Overall Experience and Teaching Quality
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Australian Universities
No. 1
For Undergraduate Student Support
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Public NSW Universities
No. 1
For Postgraduate Student Experience
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Careers in Health Science

With advancements in technology, evolving healthcare policies, and an increasing focus on preventive care and wellness, the field of health science offers abundant opportunities for career growth and impact. UNE will provide you with the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in a wide variety of careers within the ever-evolving healthcare landscape.

  • Community health worker
    Work with individuals and communities to provide health education, support and referrals to healthcare services.
  • Public health officer
    Develop and implement public health programs, policies, and initiatives to improve population health and prevent diseases.
  • Clinical research coordinator
    Coordinate and manage clinical trials and research studies, ensuring adherence to protocols, ethical guidelines and regulatory requirements.
  • Healthcare administrator
    Manage the operations of healthcare facilities to ensure efficient delivery of healthcare services.
  • Health educator
    Design and implement health promotion campaigns and interventions to provide education about healthy behaviours and disease prevention.
  • Epidemiologist
    Conduct research and analyse data to identify patterns, causes and risk factors of diseases in populations, and contribute to public health strategies and policies.
  • Health informatics specialist
    Utilise health information systems and technology to manage and analyse healthcare data, improve patient care and support decision-making processes.
  • Health policy analyst
    Analyse and evaluate healthcare policies, assess their impact on public health and provide recommendations for policy development and improvement.

A five-star experience

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Five Stars,
18 Years in a Row

UNE is the only public uni in Australia awarded 18 straight years of five stars for Overall Experience

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No.1 in NSW for
Student Experience

QILT (government-endorsed) ranks UNE as the top public NSW uni for Student Experience

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Five Stars for
Teaching Quality

UNE rates among the top 20 per cent of universities in Australia for Teaching Quality

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What happens next?

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1. Decide on your course

Got any questions about a course you would like to study? Don’t hesitate to contact us, our Future Student team is standing by to help.

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2. Apply

2024 applications are now open. The application process only takes 20 minutes to complete. Don’t delay, apply now!

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3. Receive an offer, enrol and start studying

Your start date is based on the study period you choose to apply for.