Bachelor of Health Science in Indigenous Health Studies
Testamur Title of Degree: |
Bachelor of Health Science in Indigenous Health Studies |
Abbreviation: |
BHlthScInd |
Home Faculty: |
Health and Behavioural Sciences |
Duration: |
3 years or part-time equivalent |
Total Credit Points: |
144 |
Delivery Mode: |
Flexible |
Starting Session(s): |
Autumn, Spring |
Location: |
Wollongong |
UOW Course Code: |
786A |
UAC Code: |
756632 |
CRICOS Code: |
058670E |
Overview
The Bachelor of Health Science in Indigenous Health Studies is a flexibly delivered degree offered at the University of Wollongong. The degree program is open to both Indigenous and non-Indigenous students and provides students interested in the health of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people with the knowledge and skills to effectively address Aboriginal Community health issues.
Areas covered include: community health, community development, cultural issues, comparative Indigenous health issues and Indigenous health research.
This course also complements study in related areas, for example Aboriginal Studies, Population Health, Psychology, Sociology and Education.
Assistance is given to Indigenous students via Commonwealth funded “away from base allowances” and the Woolyungah Indigenous Centre will assist students with providing tutors and access to support staff and resources.
The course coordinator and the support staff at the Woolyungah Indigenous Centre will help you find the best method of study to achieve your goals.
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
Students are required to complete 144 credit points according to the table below.
Subjects |
Session |
Credit Points | |
NMIH101 |
Effective Communication in Health Care Relationships |
Autumn |
6 |
NMIH205 |
Cultural Competence in Health Care Practice |
Spring |
6 |
NMIH240 |
Current Services in Aboriginal Health |
Autumn |
6 |
NMIH242 |
Functional Community Structures |
Not offered in 2009 |
6 |
NMIH243 |
Comparative Indigenous Health Issues |
Not offered in 2009 |
6 |
NMIH327 |
Health and Human Ecology |
Autumn |
6 |
NMIH341 |
Research in Indigenous Health |
Not offered in 2009 |
6 |
NMIH343 |
Indigenous Community Development: Theory and Practice |
Not offered in 2009 |
6 |
NMIH344 |
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 |
Spring |
8 |
ABST300 |
Indigenous Theories of De-Colonisation |
Spring |
8 |
With other subjects chosen in consultation with the Program Coordinator and approved by the Head of School.
Professional Recognition
Completion of the TAFE Advanced Diploma is linked to the Aboriginal Health Worker Award.
Employment Opportunities
Job opportunities could be in the community sector, working in Aboriginal Medical Services or with State or Federal health agencies. You may be interested in working in a rural or remote community or in community development, health promotion, planning or policy.
Whatever your choice, this degree will help you achieve your goals. Many of our students are already employed well before the completion of the degree.
Further Information
Mr David Kampers
Undergraduate Indigenous Health Coordinator
+61 2 4221 3467
dkampers@uow.edu.au