Program summary
Program title: Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Health (Human Services and Health Promotion)
Award abbreviation: BA/BHlth(HlthProm)
QTAC code: 014101
OP/Rank for 2011 entry: OP-16 / Rank-67
Duration: 4 years full-time or equivalent part-time
Commence: Semester 1 or Semester 2
Recommended prior study: English; Maths A, B or C
Fee type 2011: Commonwealth supported places, visiting non-award domestic places, international fee-paying places
Total units: 384
USC program code: SA303
CRICOS code: 058119F. Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student Visa.
Highlights
- Gain essential practical experience through work placements
- Earn two degrees in only four years
- Access a broad range of careers in health and human services
Identify barriers to healthy living and develop ways to help people improve their wellbeing.
In this program you examine the complex interaction of behaviours and conditions of living that impact on the health and wellbeing of individuals, families, groups, and communities. These include the social, economic, cultural, organisational, and political conditions in which people live. The health promotion component covers needs assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation.
Career opportunities
Welfare work, community health and safety, Indigenous and ethnic health, disability services, aged care, police and correctional services, policy development, research.
Professional recognition
Graduates may become members of the Australian Health Promotion Association; Public Health Association of Australia; International Union for Health Promotion and Education.
Study Plan
This Study Plan is valid from Study Period 1, 2011.
For students who commenced study in this program prior to Study Period 1, 2011:
- Find the Student Handbook for the semester in which you commenced.
- Select the program in which you are enrolled.
- Either scroll down to the Program Structure, or select the Recommended Enrolment Pattern link.
Program requirements
In order to graduate you must:
- Complete 2 core courses 22 required courses, 4 advanced electives from the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences and 4 electives from the Faculty of Science, Health and Education.
- Complete no more than 5 introductory level courses from the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences.
- Register your selected Minors with Student Administration.
Program notes
- Completing this program within the specified (full-time) duration is based on studying 48 unit points per semester (normally 4 courses).
- Electives may be used to complete an additional minor.
- Courses within this program are assessed using a variety of assessment methods including essays, seminar presentations, reports, in-class tests and examinations. Not all courses will necessarily include all methods.
- As part of your USC program, you may apply to participate in the Global Opportunities (GO) Program to undertake courses with an overseas higher education provider. It is advisable to contact your Program Advisor to discuss timing and course issues.
- Only a full-time study option is available to international students on a Student Visa.
Program structure
Year 1
Core courses: (2)
Complete 2 core courses—ONE in your first semester and ONE in your second semester.
Select 2 core courses from:
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| COR109 Social Psychology | |||
| COR110 Motivation and Emotion | |||
| COR111 Communication and Thought |
Required courses: (6)
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| PSY100 Innovation, Creativity and Entrepreneurship | |||
| PUB102 Environment, Technology and Sustainability | |||
| PUB112 Introduction to Psychology A | |||
| SCI110 Environment and Health | |||
| SCS172 Public Health Foundations | |||
| SCS180 Science Research Methods |
Year 2
Required courses: (4)
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| SCS110 Social Work and Human Services Practice | |||
| SCS130 Counselling for the Human Services Professional | |||
| SCS276 Introduction to Sociology: Society, Culture and Change | |||
| SCS277 Introduction to Indigenous Australia |
Major courses: (4)
Select 4 advanced courses from the Health Promotion Major study area.
Year 3
Required courses: (2)
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| SCS235 Group Work |
PLUS select 1 course from:
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| SCS210 Working With Families | |||
| SCS290 Social Justice, Welfare and the State |
Major courses: (4)
Select 4 advanced courses from the Health Promotion Major study area.
Elective courses: (2)
Select 2 advanced elective courses from Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences.
Year 4
Required courses: (2)
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| SCS278 Indigenous Australia and the State | |||
| SWK303 Understanding Cultural Diversity |
Elective courses: (2)
Select 2 advanced elective courses from Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences.
Elective courses: (4)
Select 4 elective courses from the Faculty of Science, Health and Education.
TOTAL UNITS 384
The University attempts to ensure this information is accurate and up-to-date. However, the University reserves the right to discontinue or vary program/course information at any time without notice.
Enquiries
How to apply
Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences
Tel: +61 7 5430 1259
Faculty of Science, Health and Education
Tel: +61 7 5430 2869
Email: sheinfo@usc.edu.au
Program Leaders
Faculty of Science, Health and Education
Lily O'Hara
Tel: + 61 7 5430 2824
Email: lohara@usc.edu.au