The Bachelor of Health Science gives you practical, hands-on experience in the field of health science. With the flexibility to switch between majors at the end of your first year. Studying health science is also an ideal pathway to a range of other health degrees through Western’s internal program transfer. As part of the program, you will gain real-world experience through work placements in a diverse range of health settings, allowing you to increase your expertise and employability.
Note: Sydney City start times are March, July and November.
Bachelor of Health Science
University Rank:#400
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Duration3 year(s)
Tuition FeeAUD 24,854 / Year
Next IntakeJuly 20, 2026
Bachelor of Health Science
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Requirements
Entry Requirements
Entry requirements for international students
**The Part-time option is not available to International Students on a Student Visa.
Applicants who have undertaken studies overseas may have to provide proof of proficiency in English. Local applicants who are applying through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) will find details of minimum English proficiency requirements and acceptable proof on the UAC website. Local applicants applying directly to the University should also use the information provided on the UAC website.
International students currently completing an Australian Year 12 in or outside Australia, an International Baccalaureate in Australia or a New Zealand National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA) level 3 must apply via UAC International.
All other International applicants must apply directly to the University via the International Office.
International students applying to the University through the International Office can find details of minimum English proficiency requirements and acceptable proof on their website.
Overseas qualifications must be deemed by the Australian Education International - National Office of Overseas Skills Recognition (AEI-NOOSR) to be equivalent to Australian qualifications in order to be considered by UAC and Western Sydney University.
Admission
- Assumed knowledge: Any 2 units of English
Special Requirements - NSW Health Legislative Pre-requisites
To enrol in this program, students must meet Western Sydney University program requirements. To attend a health-related placement in this program, Special Legislative Requirements will be assessed from the first year of study.
Visit the Special Requirements webpage for more details.
To be able to undertake placement in any NSW Health facility you must be assessed as compliant with NSW Health student placement policy in the first year of your program, regardless of when you expect to go on your first placement. Access and read the NSW Student Compliance Information Booklet.
Please ensure that you
- Find your existing National Police Check or apply for one
- Gather documentary evidence of your vaccination history
- Print and compete all relevant NSW Health forms relevant to the campus you are enrolled at or online enrolment requirements
- Follow booklet instructions on how to have your compliance documents assessed by NSW health staff.
Contact your School for further details regarding your School’s requirements, if any, such as
- If you live outside of NSW or Australia and need to meet your state, territory or country’s compliance requirements
- If you need to meet different state, territory or country compliance requirements.
- NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC) or other state equivalent, valid for your entire program.
- Current approved first aid certificate valid for your entire program - approved program providers can be found at the Government Training website
- Other non-health related requirements
Student Compliance Resources are also available on the Placements Hub web page (NSW students only).
Please consult the handbook for more information.
English Program Requirements
IELTS (Academic version)
7.0 overall score, minimum 6.5 in writing and reading, 7.0 in speaking and listening
TOEFL internet-based score
Total score 94Writing and Reading 24Speaking and Listening 23
Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic
65 overall; minimum 58 in writing and reading, 65 in listening and speaking
Career
Career Opportunities
As a graduate of this degree, you can look forward to a broad range of exciting career opportunities in different sectors and industries. Below are some examples of the possible careers you can pursue with this degree:
- Health Service Manager
- Project Manager
- Health Administrator
- Public Health Officer
- Community Health Worker
See where a Bachelor of Health Science can take you
Joana Andre Garrido
Joana Andre Garrido completed the Diploma in Health Science at The College in 2015 before moving onto the Bachelor of Health Sciences (Health Services Management) at Western Sydney University in 2017.
She was the successful recipient of ACHSM Health Management Internship 2018-2019 and completed a Master in Health Management at UNE before returning to Western Sydney University, where she is currently studying a Master of Health Science (Digital Health). Joana is currently working as a Patient and Carer Experience Officer, Clinical Governance in the Western Sydney Local Health District.
Adam Wilson
Adam Wilson graduated from his Recreational Therapy program in 2019. Prior to this he completed a Sports and Exercise Science degree. He pursued Recreational Therapy after being exposed to and identifying the benefits of this role at his workplace. As a recreational therapist at Royal Rehab, Adam focuses on increasing the physical function and mental wellbeing of people with spinal cord injuries through their leisure pursuits. He does this by using assistive technology and adaptive techniques.
Patricia Fleming
Patricia Fleming is a proud aboriginal woman of the Gamilaroi and Wailwan people of NSW. She gained entry via a TAFE diploma pathway and completed the Bachelor of Health Science with a double major in Public Health and Health Services Management.
In 2019, she won the Grace Saleau Prize from the Australasian College of Health Services Management for the best grade point average in a health services management undergraduate program in Australia. She was successful in being offered a 3 year graduate internship as an Aboriginal Population Health Trainee for SWSLHD. She is currently enrolled in a Master of Public Health.
Fee Information
Tuition Fee
24,854 / year
Bachelor of Health Science
Western Sydney University
Australia, Sydney