Bachelor of Health Science in Indigenous Health Studies
Overview
The Bachelor of Health Science in Indigenous Health Studies is a flexibly delivered degree offered in partnership with the Illawarra Institute of Technology (TAFE NSW) Shellharbour campus. The course can also be done entirely through the University. The degree provides students with the knowledge and skills to effectively address Indigenous health issues.
Areas covered include: community health, community development and cultural issues.
This course also complements study in related areas, for example Aboriginal Studies, Population Health, Psychology and Sociology.
Entry Requirements / Assumed Knowledge
Domestic school leavers are recommended to have completed 2 units of Aboriginal Studies at HSC level. Alternative pathways exist for mature age domestic students. Even if you have not completed the current NSW HSC (or equivalent) in full, or you did not receive the required entry mark, you may still qualify for admission.
Course Requirements
During the program students who complete the Advanced Diploma in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health offered by TAFE NSW, receive 72 credit points’ of advanced standing towards the degree. This is followed by 1.5 years full-time study (or part time equivalent) in the Indigenous Health program at the University to complete a further 72 credit points of approved subjects. These may include complementary subjects from population health, Aboriginal studies and nursing.
This is a fully articulated multidisciplinary program with multiple entry and exit points, and Recognised Prior Learning criteria. A significant placement component is included to provide practical, as well as theoretical knowledge and skills in Indigenous culture, health and community development.
The TAFE component of the course is offered in flexible delivery mode. Students completing the course will be concurrently enrolled at both the University of Wollongong and the Illawarra Institute of Technology. Students should be aware that the TAFE component of the program begins in February, earlier than normal session start.
Students should seek advice from an academic adviser at the University or at TAFE before enrolling in this program. Students wishing to undertake part-time study in the TAFE component must discuss this with the TAFE coordinator:
Ms Sandra Bolack
Head Teacher, Nursing Unit
The Illawarra Institute of Technology (TAFE NSW)
Shellharbour Campus
Phone: 4295 2289 / Fax: 4295 2114
Email: Sandra.bolack@det.nsw.edu.au
TAFE Advanced Diploma in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health
And/or
Subjects |
Session |
Credit Points |
| NURS162 |
Effective Communication in Health Care Relationships |
Autumn |
6 |
| ARTS211 |
Social Science Perspectives on Health and Illness |
Autumn |
6 |
| NURS240 |
Current Services in Aboriginal Health |
Spring |
6 |
| NURS242 |
Functional Community Structures |
Not Avail 2005 |
6 |
| NURS243 |
Comparative Indigenous Health Issues |
Spring |
6 |
| NURS327 |
Health and Human Ecology |
Spring |
6 |
| NURS341 |
Research in Indigenous Health |
Autumn |
6 |
| NURS343 |
Indigenous Community Development: Theory and Practice |
Not Avail 2005 |
6 |
| NURS344 |
Community Health: Theory, Research and Practice |
Spring |
6 |
Plus at least 12 credit points to be selected from:
| ABST150 |
Introduction to Aboriginal Australia |
Autumn/ Spring |
6 |
| ABST200 |
Aboriginal History Since Invasion |
Autumn |
8 |
| ABST300 |
Indigenous Theories of De-Colonisation |
Spring |
8 |
with other subjects approved by the Head of Department.
Professional Recognition
Completion of the TAFE Advanced Diploma is linked to the Aboriginal Health Worker Award.
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