UNDERGRADUATE COURSE GUIDE HEALTH SCIENCES. For more information go online: healthsciences.curtin.edu.au. Make tomorrow better.

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1 UNDERGRADUATE COURSE GUIDE 2017 HEALTH SCIENCES Make tomorrow better. For more information go online: healthsciences.curtin.edu.au

2 Architect GHD Woodhead s impression of Curtin Medical School at the Bentley Campus, due for completion in mid Curtin educates more health professionals than any other WA tertiary institution. Our courses provide you with knowledge and discoveries that help you make a real difference to people s lives, locally and globally. IN THIS GUIDE CURTIN MEDICAL SCHOOL BEGINS IN 2017 If you are seeking a rewarding career that can have a positive impact on people s lives, then a career in medicine may be for you. Curtin s five-year Bachelor of Medicine / Bachelor of Surgery is designed to give you the knowledge and skills required to pursue a career in the medical profession. This course is the only undergraduate entry medicine program in the state. You will be challenged and engaged throughout the course. Advanced training tools, high-tech simulation experiences and 3D technology will help develop your clinical skills and improve patient care in a safe, supported environment, before you progress to working with real patients. If you re interested in studying abroad, Curtin s Go Global program also offers opportunities to take an overseas placement in Cambodia, China, India or Vietnam. Find out more about Curtin s Bachelor of Medicine / Bachelor of Surgery on page 36. curtin.edu/medicine Why Health Sciences at Curtin?...2 Latest technology...3 Modern facilities...4 Global alumni...6 Go Global...7 Indigenous health studies...8 Flexible entry pathways Undergraduate degrees Postgraduate study and scholarships Exercise, Sports and Rehabilitation Science Health Promotion Health Promotion and Health and Safety Health Promotion and Nutrition Health, Safety and Environment Health Sciences Health Sciences major Health Information Management major Paramedicine major Human Biology Preclinical Laboratory Medicine Medical Radiation Science Medicine Midwifery Molecular Genetics and Biotechnology Nursing Conversion Program for Registered Nurses Enrolled Nurse to Registered Nurse Nutrition Occupational Therapy Oral Health Therapy Pharmacy Physiotherapy Psychology Psychology and Human Resource Management Social Work Speech Pathology Applying to Curtin Screening and registration Course matrix

3 CAREER-FOCUSED COURSES Our programs have strong industry links to ensure you are career-ready, highly regarded and sought after by healthcare institutions when you graduate. For more information go online: healthsciences.curtin.edu.au TEACHING AND RESEARCH Our dedicated team is committed to delivering an exceptional learning experience, and our strong academic orientation ensures that your learning remains at the forefront of evidence-based practice. Our courses are often designed and taught by healthcare professionals and researchers, providing you with access to industry networks and expertise. The Faculty of Health Sciences strong research capabilities attract experts from a range of fields. Many of our specialists teach classes, meaning you can interact with some of the country s most knowledgeable health sciences academics in your lectures and tutorials. 3D LIFE-SIZE VIRTUAL BODIES Cut, pinch, rotate and zoom on a virtual human body with our Anatomage Tables. GET ON TRACK WITH OUR TECHNOLOGY At Curtin, our researchers undertake innovative research, which informs our teaching, ensuring you are receiving a high quality, industry relevant experience. Professor Torbjörn Falkmer is using eye-tracker technology to help those with disability. The eye trackers, which fit like sunglasses, indicate what the wearer is looking at and for how long. The longer they look at something, the greater the degree of difficulty they are experiencing in understanding it, or the more interesting it is. The findings from the research will assist the development of supportive strategies for people with autism spectrum disorder and intellectual disabilities. ACCREDITATION Many of our courses are accredited by industry associations and may allow you to work in other countries around the world upon graduation. LEARN TO WORK IN A HEALTHCARE TEAM Healthcare professionals rarely work alone, but rather in teams made up of people with diverse skills and backgrounds. Created with computed tomography (CT) scans, the tables allow you to investigate the human body by virtually dissecting it. You can isolate blood vessels, arteries and veins, nerves, organs, muscles and bones, or view these in combination to see how they relate to one another. LEARN WITH AVATARS If you study speech pathology, you will meet Jim the virtual patient, a computer-based avatar like those you find in a computer game. By working with Jim in a virtual setting, you can learn how to effectively communicate with a client in a safe environment before moving on to work with real clients. Learn how to perform as part of an effective interprofessional healthcare team by joining Australia s first university to introduce an interprofessional education curriculum for all 25 of our undergraduate health sciences degrees. 2 3

4 EXPERIENCE OUR SIMULATED HOSPITAL WARD We ve invested more than AUD$2.5 million in a new clinical simulated hospital ward to assist in the training of nurses and midwives. The innovative setting is a replica of the hospital environment at the new Fiona Stanley Hospital in Perth and houses simulation rooms that mimic acute medical and surgical areas, a critical care area, a paediatric area and a general simulation room. The non-clinical rooms are multipurpose, which enable simulations such as note-taking, handover and case conferencing. AUD$ 52.5 m i l l i o n HAS BEEN INVESTED IN HEALTH SCIENCES FACILITIES AT CURTIN IN THE LAST 3 YEARS AUD$ 35 million HAS BEEN INVESTED IN THE BIOMEDICAL S C I E N C E S R E S E A R C H P R E C I N C T DISCOVER MORE ABOUT HEALTH IN INNOVATIVE FACILITIES Curtin has built new learning and research facilities for occupational therapy and social work students. The innovative building has had over AUD$9 million invested into it and enables you to practice realistic client and family-centred-care scenarios in team-based settings. The impressive two-storey development based on the University s Bentley Campus uses new technology to enable you to undertake simulated scenarios alongside current technologies. GET THE EDGE WITH OUR ROBOTIC DISPENSING SYSTEM As a Curtin pharmacy student you will gain a competitive edge using a state-of-the-art robotic dispensing unit, the only one of its kind being used for training purposes in Western Australia. The robot can improve the speed and risk management procedures of dispensing medications. The system also provides greater stock management efficiencies, giving you relevant industry training and practical experience using advanced technology. You will train in a multi-million dollar model pharmacy dispensary, which can simulate a range of real-life settings such as a community pharmacy. You will be provided with your own workstation, computer and label generator, and will get the chance to dispense real medicines using simulations of real prescriptions. Take a virtual tour of our School of Pharmacy: curtin.edu/hs/pharmacy-school The facility is also capable of supporting interactive technologies used in augmented reality and virtual reality simulations. Take a virtual tour of our occupational therapy laboratories: curtin.edu/hs/otsw-school Take a virtual tour: goo.gl/us52df Visit the laboratories in the School of Physiotherapy and Exercise Science: curtin.edu/hs/pes-school 4 5

5 GLOBAL ALUMNI OUR GRADUATES GO ALL OVER THE WORLD AND MANY HAVE BECOME LEADERS IN THEIR FIELD. NUMBER COUNTRY NUMBER 46,529 STUDENTS GRADUATED FROM THE FACULTY OF HEALTH SCIENCES AS OF OCTOBER 2015 COUNTRY This award-winning international student mobility program works alongside partner organisations in Asia to provide innovative clinical fieldwork placements that change lives. Go Global is an interprofessional learning fieldwork program offered exclusively to health sciences students. Go Global provides you with the opportunity to become immersed in a different culture while completing a clinical placement at one of Curtin s partner sites in Asia. The program is a valuable opportunity to learn the complexities of a different healthcare system, appraise your own cultural awareness and competence, and practise leadership and discipline-specific skills in an interprofessional team. 516 HEALTH SCIENCES STUDENTS HAVE PARTICIPATED IN GO GLOBAL AS OF OCTOBER ,263 Australia 3,392 Singapore 768 Malaysia 433 Hong Kong 207 United Kingdom 202 Indonesia 193 Canada 170 China 167 United States of America 60 Thailand 52 Ireland 46 South Korea 43 Papua New Guinea 43 Brunei 34 Germany 34 Oman 33 Mauritius 31 Sweden curtin.edu/goglobal WANT TO GET A FEEL OF WHAT OUR GO GLOBAL STUDENTS DO? In 2015, eleven students from physiotherapy, occupational therapy and speech pathology travelled to Vietnam as part of Go Global. They worked together in interdisciplinary teams with the residents of the Hoa Binh Centre for Social Protection to improve the health and wellbeing of the centre s community. 165 India 29 Seychelles curtin.edu/goglobal 103 Philippines 28 Myanmar 100 Kenya 26 Zambia 100 Saudi Arabia 25 Zimbabwe 90 Norway 24 United Arab Emirates 83 Japan 24 Vietnam 72 New Zealand 23 Maldives Figures are correct as of October

6 We promote Indigenous health studies in all our courses and provide access to a range of services and opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students. Gain a stronger understanding of Indigenous culture, history and healthcare in our engaging core unit,. curtin.edu/hs/indigenous-cultures-health SCHOLARSHIPS We offer seven scholarships specifically for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander undergraduate health sciences students. Dozens more scholarships are also open to all students, including future and current Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students. scholarships.curtin.edu.au Register to receive up-to-date information on scholarships: scholarships.curtin.edu.au/subscribe SUPPORT SERVICES If you re an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander student, there are lots of ways Curtin can support you. We can provide you with: health and counselling services study and academic support financial assistance and tax help legal assistance IT support and more. unilife.curtin.edu.au Sign up for one-on-one mentoring if you re an Indigenous nursing student CENTRE FOR ABORIGINAL STUDIES Curtin offers free computer access and printing for Indigenous students at the Centre for Aboriginal Studies. Free tutoring is available through the Indigenous Tutorial Assistance Scheme. Tel: cas.enquiries@curtin.edu.au IMPORTANT CONTACTS CURTIN STUDENT GUILD The Guild can provide you with financial support and grants, tax help and legal assistance, and can even find you a computer. Web: guild.curtin.edu.au Tel: COUNSELLING AND DISABILITY SERVICES The Counselling and Disability Services team is available to help keep you mentally and physically prepared for the challenges of university. Web: unilife.curtin.edu.au Tel: Free call: disabilityservices@curtin.edu.au LEARNING SUPPORT Curtin Life can help you with anything study related, including preparing for exams, managing your time and understanding academic texts. Web: unilife.curtin.edu.au Tel: tlc@curtin.edu.au START STUDENT ADVISORS Student advisors can assist you with queries related to course switching, referrals for learning support, enrolment issues and taking a break from university. Tel: start@curtin.edu.au curtin.edu/hs/indigenous-mentoring 8 9

7 If you don t meet our entry requirements, there are still plenty of ways to gain entry to Curtin. PATHWAYS MAP The pathways map below can help you get into a health sciences course that has no prerequisites and a minimum ATAR of 70. WACE with an ATAR and English competence MATURE AGE? MISSING PREREQUISITES? Don t worry, we ve got you covered. Curtin has several options available to help you meet certain prerequisites and ATAR requirements for our health science courses. These options include, but are not limited to: Enabling course in science, engineering and health WACE with an ATAR but haven t met English competence WACE, non-atar Diploma/Advanced diploma UniReady Enabling program STAT (written English only) English enabling course UniReady Enabling program STAT Entry requirements meet most Curtin courses with a minimum ATAR of 70. Curtin College Canning College/Tuart College Mature Age WACE TAFE or other AQF qualifications Bridging courses for mathematics, physics and chemistry. Course switching. We recommend that you talk to a Future Student Advisor to find an option that best suits you. Are you a Permanent Resident with overseas qualification? Contact the Future Students Centre to talk about your options. NEED ENGLISH? If you have met all the requirements for your course except for English, consider the English Language Enabling Course. curtin.edu/hs/english-enabling Certificate IV Certificate III UniReady Enabling program STAT (written English only) UniReady Enabling program STAT Please contact the Future Student Centre for more information. PORTFOLIO ENTRY In health sciences, alternative entry is available to the Bachelor of Science (Health Sciences) for those who can demonstrate equivalence to Curtin s ATAR entry through the submission of a portfolio that demonstrates evidence of your academic achievements, qualifications and ability. curtin.edu.au/portfolio-entry Completed four or more units at an Australian university FUTURE STUDENTS CENTRE No formal qualification UniReady Enabling program STAT Tel: Web: futurestudents.curtin.edu.au futurestudents@curtin.edu.au 10 For students with overseas or interstate qualifications, see page

8 BACHELOR DEGREE 3 5 YEARS A bachelor degree is the base university qualification, awarded for the successful completion of an undergraduate course. If you haven t previously graduated from university, you will normally study towards a bachelor degree. DOUBLE DEGREE AT LEAST 4 YEARS A double degree is more work than a single degree, but will provide you with two qualifications in less time than it would take to complete two degrees separately. FLEXIBLE STUDY You can study health sciences units at Curtin, part-time, on campus or online, depending on your course. You can also vary the number of units you study each semester. For example, you could study one unit in first semester and four in second semester. Whether you study online or on campus, you can contact your tutors and lecturers by and through Blackboard, Curtin s online learning system. 1-3 units per semester equates to part-time study. 4 units per semester equates to study. PLAN YOUR TIMETABLE ONLINE BEFORE THE START OF EACH SEMESTER If your units do not have set classes, you may be able to modify your timetable online before you start the semester. students.curtin.edu.au BLACKBOARD: CURTIN S ONLINE LEARNING SYSTEM 10 am - 12 pm Human Structure and Function workshop with the Anatomage table. 1 pm - 3 pm Computer laboratory. DAY IN THE LIFE... 9 am - 10 am Meet up with study group for coffee and study refresh session at Angazi Cafe. 12 pm pm Lunch. 3 pm - 4 pm Foundations of Professional Health Practice tutorial. *example only. Blackboard is an online portal that supports in-class unit content. It is available anytime and on most devices. With Blackboard you can: connect with peers and lecturers stream and/or download high-resolution video or audio files of lectures participate in online workshops and tutorials access course materials, such as unit outlines. 1 POSTGRADUATE STUDY Postgraduate programs are for students who have an undergraduate degree and want to study further. There are several types of postgraduate programs: COURSEWORK Graduate certificate (GCert) Duration: 6 months or part-time equivalent. Develop advanced knowledge and skills in a specialised area that may or may not be directly related to your undergraduate degree. Graduate diploma (GDip) Duration: 1 year or part-time equivalent. Develop advanced knowledge and skills in specialised areas beyond the level achieved in a graduate certificate. Entry is normally based on the completion of a bachelor degree or graduate certificate. Graduate entry master (GEM) Duration: years or part-time equivalent. Provides a way for students who hold a bachelor degree to gain an entry level qualification in a profession such as nursing practice, occupational therapy, pharmacy, physiotherapy, radiation therapy and speech pathology. Master degree (M) Duration: 2 years or part-time equivalent. Provides you with specialised knowledge and skills for research or advanced professional practice. Entry is normally based on the completion of a bachelor degree. RESEARCH Master of Philosophy (MPhil) Duration: 2 years or part-time equivalent. Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Duration: 4 years or part-time equivalent. At least two-thirds of these degrees must be pure research. Although you may need to complete some coursework units, the major part of the work will be in the form of a thesis written under the guidance of a supervisor. For more information about postgraduate studies visit: SCHOLARSHIPS There are a variety of scholarships available to domestic undergraduate health sciences students. To find one that suits you, visit Curtin s scholarships website. SIGN UP FOR THE SCHOLARSHIP ALERT Get an alert whenever a scholarship that matches your criteria is open for applications. You ll also get a reminder one week before the application closes scholarships.curtin.edu.au 12 13

9 73 3 years BACHELOR OF SCIENCE EXERCISE, SPORTS AND REHABILITATION SCIENCE WE and either V or Q Perth F,P Feb Work with individuals, teams and other groups to assess physical abilities and design and implement exercise training programs. In this course you ll gain theoretical and practical understandings of exercise and sports physiology, biomechanics, motor control, motor learning and skill acquisition, and exercise and sports psychology. The course emphasises client-centred practice to help you develop strong interpersonal communication, critical thinking and problem solving skills. In your first year you will learn the foundations of exercise science and study interprofessional units with students from other health disciplines. In your second and third years, you ll specialise in exercise and sports science, and undertake laboratory and fieldwork. EXAMPLE CAREERS IN INDUSTRY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH FITNESS AND SPORTS CLUBS BSc (EXERCISE, SPORTS AND REHABILITATION SCIENCE) HEALTH RESEARCH PRIVATE CLINICS Health Promotion...p16 Health Sciences major...p24 Nutrition...p48 Occupational Therapy...p50 Physiotherapy...p Foundations of Exercise Science Functional Anatomy Introduction to Psychology Exercise Science for Health Biomechanics Motor Control and Learning Effective Communication Exercise Physiology YOUR FUTURE IN EXERCISE, SPORTS AND REHABILITATION What are our graduates doing? Some of Curtin s exercise, sports and rehabilitation graduates now have positions in the following fields: Medical Imaging Assistant, Royal Perth Hospital Gym Instructor and Personal Trainer, Curtin Stadium Health and Exercise Consultant at Vitality Works. Other graduates have also gone on to enrol in: a Graduate Entry Master of Physiotherapy course an Accredited Exercise Physiologist (AEP) course. DISABILITY SECTOR Professional accreditation This course is undergoing assessment for accreditation with Exercise and Sports Science Australia. Further study options Coursework Graduate Entry Master courses: Physiotherapy Occupational Therapy. FURTHER STUDY Research Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) fields include, but are not limited to: Exercise Physiology Biomechanics Motor Control. Contact are the you ll spend in lectures, tutorials, workshops and laboratories (including online). Each unit requires around 10 of extra study (i.e. unit readings, assignments and revision) per week. FIELDWORK HOURS OVER 3 YEARS 140 Foundations of Pathophysiology Strength and Conditioning Across the Lifespan Exercise and Sports Psychology Anatomy and Pathology of Organ Systems Advanced Exercise Physiology Ethics Professional Practice and Quality Management Exercise Science Professional Practice Advanced Exercise and Sports Psychology Advanced Biomechanics Exercise and Sports Nutrition Clinical Exercise and Sports Injury Advanced Skill Acquisition 14 15

10 70 3 years BACHELOR OF SCIENCE HEALTH PROMOTION WE and either V or Q Perth, online F,P Feb or Jul** Help individuals, groups and communities improve their health and make the healthy choice an easy choice. This course is designed to equip you with the theoretical and practical skills required for a career in health promotion. You will learn how to identify the health needs of individuals, groups and communities, develop people s skills and knowledge in health, advocate for policies and laws that support health choices and plan, implement and evaluate health promotion activities. In your first year you will learn the foundations of health promotion and study interprofessional core units with students from other health disciplines. In your second and third years you will specialise in health promotion. You will also have the opportunity to undertake an on-campus health promotion campaign and a 100-hour professional placement in a health promotion organisation. YOUR FUTURE IN HEALTH PROMOTION Wages will vary according to your level of skill, experience and employer. Example career: health promotion officer 2 Average earnings $1,500 per week Average salary $78,000 per annum Employment levels in Australia 3 Current level as of 2014 = 5,400 Projected level in 2019 = 7, % growth Job growth for health promotion professionals in the last five years. 4 WHERE DO THEY WORK? (per cent share) 1 Top employing industries for health promotion professionals Job outlook 5 Employment for other health diagnostic and promotion professionals to November 2019 is expected to grow very strongly EMPLOYING INDUSTRY Healthcare and social assistance Public administration and safety Education and training Manufacturing Average weekly for workers in Professional accreditation Accredited by the International Union for Health Promotion and Education. Professional memberships Australian Heath Promotion Association Public Health Association of Australia Further study options Coursework Master of Public Health Master of International Health DID YOU KNOW? Because of their versatile skills, health promotion professionals can enjoy a range of jobs and can work in partnership with people from all walks of life. Health Safety and Environment...p22 Health Sciences major...p24 Nutrition...p48 DOUBLE DEGREE OPTION Health Promotion and Health and Safety...p18 Health Promotion and Nutrition...p Contact are the you ll spend in lectures, tutorials, workshops and laboratories (including online). Each unit requires around 10 of extra study (i.e. unit readings, assignments and revision) per week. FIELDWORK HOURS OVER 3 YEARS ** There may be restrictions on unit availability and enrolment may be on a part-time basis only, which could extend the course duration. Introduction to Psychology Introduction to Public Health Imagining Health in Social and Cultural Contexts Promoting Physical Activity and Injury Prevention Alcohol and Other Drugs Cancer Control Health Promotion Planning Promoting Mental Health and Social Inclusion Fundamentals of Public Health Nutrition Health Promotion in Action Introduction to Epidemiology Health Promotion Methods Professional Practice in Public Health Health Promotion in Challenging Contexts Evidence and Effectiveness in Health Promotion Applied Research and Biostatistics Health Partnerships, Politics and Power Health Promotion, Media and Advocacy Health Promotion Leadership and Identity 1 Optional Unit Sources 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6: Job Outlook joboutlook.gov.au

11 70 4 years BACHELOR OF SCIENCE HEALTH PROMOTION AND HEALTH AND SAFETY WE and either V or Q Perth, online F,P Feb or Jul ** ** There may be restrictions on unit availability and enrolment may be on a part-time basis only, which could extend the course duration. Work to prevent injury and disease in the workplace and in the community. This double degree course is designed to develop your expertise in both health promotion and occupational health and safety. Your first year is interprofessional and is taken with other health sciences students. In the following years, you will specialise in the areas of health promotion and health and safety. You will learn how to plan, implement and evaluate health promotion activities and to advocate for policies and laws that support healthy choices. The occupational health and safety component will equip you with skills to contribute proactively to risk management and assessment, and the prevention of injuries and disease in the workplace. Your studies will also explore the role health promotion and health and safety have in the workplace, community and government. You will have the opportunity to participate in an on-campus health promotion campaign, undertake a 100-hour professional placement in a health promotion organisation, and complete 200 of placements in health and safety. Fieldwork visits will also give you the chance to see health and safety in action. YOUR FUTURE IN HEALTH AND SAFETY Wages will vary according to your level of skill, experience and employer. Example career: health and safety professional 2 Starting salary $70,000 per annum Senior salary $160,000 per annum Employment levels in Australia 3 Current level as of 2014 = 30,000 Projected level in 2019 = 36,700 Job outlook 4 Employment for occupational health professionals to November 2019 is expected to grow very strongly. WHERE DO THEY WORK? (per cent share) 1 Top employing industries for occupational health and safety professionals EMPLOYING INDUSTRY Construction Manufacturing Mining Transport and logistics Professional accreditation Nationally accredited by the Australian Occupational Health and Safety Education Accreditation Board (Safety Institute of Australia). Professional memberships Australian Heath Promotion Association Public Health Association of Australia Professional recognition This course is recognised by the Australian Health Promotion Association, the Public Health Association of Australia, and the Safety Institute of Australia. Further study options Coursework Master of Health Promotion Master of Occupational Health and Safety 9 9 Health Promotion...p16 Health, Safety and Environment...p22 WHY HEALTH PROMOTION AND SAFETY MATTERS: Everyone has a right to good health and a safe workplace. Health promotion focuses on preventing injuries and health problems before they happen. COSTLY INJURIES The total economic cost of work-related injuries and illnesses for the year was estimated to be AUD$60.6 billion, representing 4.8 per cent of GDP YEAR 4 17 * 15.5 Contact are the you ll spend in 10 of extra study (i.e. unit readings, FIELDWORK HOURS OVER 4 YEARS 300 Introduction to Public Health Introduction to Health, Safety and Environment Introduction to Chemistry Promoting Physical Activity and Injury Prevention Health Promotion Planning Alcohol and Other Drugs Safety and Environmental Health Law Foundations of Physics Health Promotion in Action Occupational Hygiene Risk Assessment and Risk Management Health Promotion Methods Injury Management and Workers Compensation Evidence and Effectiveness in Health Promotion Workplace Human Factors Introduction to Epidemiology Toxicology and Diseases Health Promotion, Media and Advocacy Health and Safety Management Health Safety and Environment Professional Practice YEAR 4 Health Promotion in Challenging Contexts Applied Research and Biostatistics Health and Safety Technology Professional Practice in Public Health Health Partnerships, Politics and Power Emergency Management and Incident Investigation Health Promotion Leadership and Identity Health and Safety Professional Practice 18 Sources 1: National Safety Recruitment Salary Survey. nsrltd.com.au 2: Safesearch Health safety and environment remuneration survey 2014/2015 overview, safesearch.com.au Sources 3, 4: Job Outlook joboutlook.gov.au / 5: Key Work Health and Safety Statistics, Australia, 2015, safeworkaustralia.gov.au. 19

12 70 4 years BACHELOR OF SCIENCE HEALTH PROMOTION AND NUTRITION WE and either V or Q Perth F,P Page 68 Feb or Jul * Promote and improve healthy food choices in the community. In this course, you will develop skills and knowledge in nutrition, the principles of health promotion and how to address issues of poor nutrition in populations. You will learn to plan, implement and evaluate nutrition and health promotion programs, explore principles related to primary health services, and learn strategies and methods for promotion and evaluation. You will also explore health issues such as alcohol and other drugs, injury control, cancer, physical activity and mental health. Your first year is interprofessional and taken with students from other health sciences degrees. In your subsequent years you will specialise in health promotion and nutrition. LIVE AN EXTRA TWO YEARS A 17-year study revealed that people aged 60 or over who ate according to the World Health Organization s recommendations increased their life expectancy by two years. 1 YOUR FUTURE IN HEALTH PROMOTION AND NUTRITION Wages will vary according to your level of skill, experience and employer. Example career: health promotion officer 3 Average earnings $1,500 per week Average salary $78,000 per annum Employment levels in Australia 4 Current level as of 2014 = 5,400 Projected level in 2019 = 7, % growth Job growth for health promotion professionals in the last five years WHERE DO THEY WORK? (per cent share) 2 Top employing industries for health promotion professionals Job outlook 6 Employment for other health diagnostic and promotion professionals to November 2019 is expected to grow very strongly EMPLOYING INDUSTRY Healthcare and social assistance Public administration and safety Education and training Manufacturing Average weekly for workers in Professional memberships Australian Heath Promotion Association Public Health Association of Australia Further study options Coursework Master of Health Promotion Health Promotion...p16 Health Sciences major...p24 Nutrition...p YEAR Contact are the you ll spend in 10 of extra study (i.e. unit readings, FIELDWORK HOURS OVER 4 YEARS 100 * There may be restrictions on unit availability and enrolment may be on a part-time basis only, which could extend the course duration. Introduction to Public Health Food and Nutrition Principles Integrated Systems Anatomy and Physiology Promoting Physical Activity and Injury Prevention Biological Chemistry Health Promotion Planning Cancer Control Fundamentals of Public Health Nutrition Foundations of Biomedical Science Reactivity and Function in Chemistry Introduction to Epidemiology Health Promotion Methods Principles of Biochemistry Health Promotion in Challenging Contexts Evidence and Effectiveness in Health Promotion Food Chemistry Health Promotion in Action Health Promotion, Media and Advocacy Nutrition Principles Nutritional Biochemistry YEAR 4 Minerals and Nutrient Evidence Applied Research and Biostatistics Nutrition Sociology and Education Professional Practice in Public Health Health Partnerships, Politics and Power Health Promotion Leadership and Identity Nutritional Status Nutritional Epidemiology 20 Sources 1: Jankovic N. et al American Journal of Epidemiology, aje.oxfordjournals.org / 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7:.Job Outlook joboutlook.gov.au 21

13 70 3 years BACHELOR OF SCIENCE HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT WE and Q * Perth, online F,P Feb or Jul ** * STAT alone is not accepted for entry into this course. ** There may be restrictions on unit availability. Specialise in workplace health and safety to ensure a safe and healthy work environment. This course is designed to prepare you for employment in the expanding area of occupational health and safety. In this course you will develop the skills to create, maintain and manage a safe and healthy workplace. The course has a strong science base to help you develop professional skills in critical thinking, information literacy and technology. Your first year is interprofessional and undertaken in collaboration with other health sciences students. In your second and third years, you will learn how to identify and manage risks and hazards, effectively participate in decision-making processes and improve safety and health to prevent injuries and illness in the workplace. You will have the opportunity to complete a 100-hour placement in your second year and a 150-hour placement in your third year. YOUR FUTURE IN HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT Wages will vary according to your level of skill, experience and employer. Example career: health and safety professional 2 Starting salary Senior salary Employment levels in Australia 3 Current level as of 2014 = 30,000 Projected level in 2019 = 36, Average weekly for workers in $70,000 per annum $160,000 per annum WHERE DO THEY WORK? (per cent share) 1 Top employing industries for occupational health and safety professionals EMPLOYING INDUSTRY Construction Manufacturing Mining Transport and logistics 9 9 Job outlook 5 Employment for occupational health and safety professionals to November 2019 is expected to grow very strongly. Professional accreditation Nationally accredited by the Australian Occupational Health and Safety Education Accreditation Board (Safety Institute of Australia). Internationally accredited by the Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (UK). Professional memberships Safety Institute of Australia Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (UK) Australian Institute of Occupational Hygienists Further study options Coursework Graduate Diploma in Environmental Health Graduate Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety Graduate Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety Master of Occupational Health and Safety Health Promotion...p16 Health Sciences major...p24 Social Work...p62 DOUBLE DEGREE OPTION Health Promotion and Health and Safety...p Contact are the you ll spend in 10 of extra study (i.e. unit readings, FIELDWORK HOURS OVER 3 YEARS 250 Introduction to Health, Safety and Environment Foundations of Physics Introduction to Chemistry Introduction to Food Safety Science Safety and Environmental Health Law Workplace Human Factors Injury Management and Workers Compensation Introduction to Psychology Risk Assessment and Risk Management Introduction to Epidemiology Occupational Hygiene Professional Practice in Public Health Environmental Systems Management Applied Research and Biostatistics Health and Safety Technology Health and Safety Industrial Relations Toxicology and Diseases Emergency Management and Incident Investigation Health and Safety Management Health and Safety Professional Practice 22 Sources 1: National Safety Recruitment Salary Survey. nsrltd.com.au 2. Safesearch Health safety and environment remuneration survey 2014/2015 overview, safesearch.com.au 3, 4, 5:: Job Outlook joboutlook.gov.au 23

14 70 3 years BACHELOR OF SCIENCE HEALTH SCIENCES: HEALTH SCIENCES MAJOR WE and either V or Q Perth, online F,P Feb or Jul ** ** There may be restrictions on unit availability and enrolment may be on a part-time basis only, which could extend the course duration. The health sciences major is a multidisciplinary degree that gives a solid grounding in public health. You can use the degree to work in the area of public health or as a pathway into other health degrees, such as speech pathology, pharmacy, physiotherapy and occupational therapy. Public health practitioners work to achieve better health based on the prevention of disease and disability. Rather than working with individual clients on a one-to-one basis, public health practitioners work at the community or whole population level. They pay special attention to how social, economic and environmental factors affect health and wellbeing. Optional units also allow you to pursue your own interests in other health areas or to choose one subject for in-depth learning. Life expectancy at birth has increased globally by six years since 1990, thanks to the public health efforts to improve health conditions and behaviours. 1 YOUR FUTURE IN PUBLIC HEALTH Wages will vary according to your level of skill, experience and employer. Example career: life scientist 2 Average earnings Average salary Employment levels in Australia 3 Current level as of 2014 = 12,900 Projected level in 2019 = 14, Average weekly for workers in $1,500 per week $78,000 per annum WHERE DO THEY WORK? (per cent share) 2 Top employing industries for life scientists % growth EMPLOYING INDUSTRY 15.3 Education and training Healthcare and social assistance Public administration and safety Job growth for life scientists in the last five years. 6 Professional memberships Public Health Association of Australia Australasian Epidemiological Association Further study options Coursework Graduate Diploma in Environmental Health Master of Public Health Master of Health Promotion Master of Occupational Health and Safety Master of Health Administration Master of Sexology Master of Occupational Therapy Master of Physiotherapy Master of Pharmacy Master of Speech Pathology Research Bachelor of Science (Honours) Master of Philosophy (MPhil) (Public Health) 11.9 Sources 1: World Health Organisation, who.int 2, 3, 4, 5, 6: Job Outlook joboutlook.gov.au Health Information Management major...p26 Health Promotion...p16 Health, Safety and Environment...p22 Nutrition...p Contact are the you ll spend in 10 of extra study (i.e. unit readings, 2 Optional Units Introduction to Public Health 1 Optional Unit Health Promotion Planning Health Informatics Health Care Systems in Australia 1 Optional Unit Introduction to Epidemiology Fundamentals of Public Health Nutrition 2 Optional Units Fundamentals of Environmental Health Management Applied Research and Biostatistics 2 Optional Units Health Partnerships, Politics and Power Global Public Health Health Planning and Evaluation 1 Optional Unit 25

15 70 3 years BACHELOR OF SCIENCE HEALTH SCIENCES: HEALTH INFORMATION MANAGEMENT MAJOR WE and either V or Q Perth, online F,P Feb or Jul ** ** There may be restrictions on unit availability and enrolment may be on a part-time basis only, which could extend the course duration. Become an important member of the healthcare team. Health information and documentation is pivotal to clinical care and is undergoing rapid change. It is used for healthcare planning, management, policy development, legal decisions, clinical research and for evaluating the standards and quality of healthcare. This major is unique in Western Australia and combines scientific, theoretical, technical and administrative expertise to help you gain the skills needed to work in this profession. You will build your understanding of medical language, disease processes, treatments and associated therapies that are essential to health information management. You will also cover resource and staff management, information systems and technology, data and database management, and learn how healthcare documentation is created, stored, managed and shared. As a graduate you can train in clinical classification, information systems and data analysis, human resource management, standards and policy development, and the ethical, privacy and confidentiality matters that surround health information. FOUNDATIONS OF THE HEALTH INFORMATION WORKFORCE HEALTH CARE HEALTHCARE Prevent, treat and manage illnesses and the promotion of health and wellbeing. HEALTH INFORMATICS INFORMATION SCIENCE INFORMATION SCIENCE Collect, classify, manipulate, store, retrieve and disseminate information between people, organisations and information systems. COMPUTER SCIENCE COMPUTER SCIENCE Implement and apply information and computation in computer systems. Health Sciences major...p24 KEY ROLES IN THE HEALTH INFORMATION WORKFORCE Health information managers Clinical coders Data analysts Costing experts Contact are the you ll spend in 10 of extra study (i.e. unit readings, Course Structure Optional Units to the value of 50 credits Introduction to Public Health Optional Unit to the value of 25 credits Medical Terminology for Health Sciences Human Resource Management Introduction Health Informatics Health Information Service Management Indications of Clinical Conditions Foundations of Safety and Quality in Health Professional Practice in Public Health Introduction to Epidemiology YOUR FUTURE IN HEALTH INFORMATION MANAGEMENT Wages will vary according to your level of skill, experience and employer. Example career: health information manager 1 Average earnings Average salary 34 Average weekly for workers in $1,350 per week $70,000 per annum Job outlook 3 Employment for archivists, curators and records managers (which includes health information managers) to November 2019 is expected to grow very strongly. Professional accreditation Accredited by the Health Information Management Association of Australia. Professional memberships Health Information Management Association of Australia (full graduate membership) Health Informatics Society of Australia Further study options Coursework Bachelor of Science (Honours) Master of Health Administration Research Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) 5 Health IT specialists. FIELDWORK HOURS OVER 3 YEARS 200 Clinical Classification Health Data and Information Analysis Health Care Systems in Australia Applied Research and Biostatistics Health Planning and Evaluation Electronic Health Information Systems Health Funding and Casemix Strategic Health Information Management 26 Sources 1, 2, 3: Job Outlook joboutlook.gov.au 4: Health Workforce Australia, 2013 Health Information Workforce Report, hwa.gov.au 27

16 70 3 years BACHELOR OF SCIENCE HEALTH SCIENCES: PARAMEDICINE MAJOR WE and either V or Q Perth F Feb IMPORTANT: If you wish to study the paramedicine major you must have a provisional offer from St John Ambulance WA before you can apply. For further information please refer to St John Ambulance WA website at stjohnchangelives.com.au Be on the front line of pre-hospital care. This course addresses the changing healthcare environment with an interprofessional health focus and specialised fieldwork experience. Your first year is interprofessional and taken with other health sciences students. The paramedicine major starts in your second year and you will become a student ambulance officer with St John Ambulance (WA). To complete the three-year program, you must meet all academic and on-road practical requirements and maintain employment with St John Ambulance (WA) as an ambulance officer. You will graduate as a degree-qualified paramedic. YOUR FUTURE IN PARAMEDICINE From year 2 you become a paid employee of St John Ambulance WA. Year 2 starting salary 1 $51,500 per annum Year 2 salary after 12 week induction $71,900 per annum Year 3 salary $72,700 per annum Graduate starting salary $80,400 per annum Senior salary $94,800 per annum Employment levels in Australia 2 Current level as of 2014 = 11,300 Projected level in 2019 = 11,500 Job outlook (national) 3 Employment for Ambulance Officers and Paramedics to November 2019 is expected to remain relatively steady. Professional accreditation This course has provisional accreditation approval with the Council of Ambulance Authorities Inc. The course will be eligible for full accreditation in MAIN EMPLOYING INDUSTRIES FOR PARAMEDICS NATIONALLY (per cent share) 4 and paramedics are employed in healthcare 98 % and social assistance. St John Ambulance WA provides more than emergency ambulances. In Western Australia approximately 70% of calls received require non-emergency patient transport. 5 Health Promotion...p16 Health Sciences major...p24 Midwifery...p38 Nursing...p42 St John Ambulance WA covers 33% of the total landmass of Australia. It is the largest area of any single ambulance service in the world: 2,525,500 square kilometres FIELDWORK HOURS OVER 3 YEARS In years 2 and 3 you will work in a clinical environment as a student St John Ambulance WA. Introduction to Health, Safety and Environment Interpersonal Communication Skills in Health Integrated Systems Anatomy and Physiology Preparation for Paramedic Clinical Practice Applied Paramedic Bioscience 1 Paramedic Clinical Practice 1 Behavioural Perspectives of Lifespan Introduction to Public Health Applied Paramedic Bioscience 2 Paramedic Clinical Practice 2 Behavioural Responses to Chronic Illness Paramedic Professional Practice Applied Paramedic Bioscience 3 Paramedic Clinical Practice 3 Behavioural Responses to Acute Illness Complex Paramedic Professional Practice Applied Paramedic Bioscience 4 Paramedic Clinical Practice 4 Behavioural Perspectives of Mental Wellbeing Paramedic Capstone 28 Sources 1, 5, 6: St John Ambulance WA, stjohnambulance.com.au 2, 3, 4: joboutlook.gov.au 29

17 70 3 years BACHELOR OF SCIENCE HUMAN BIOLOGY PRECLINICAL WE and either V or Q Perth F,P Feb Fascinated by the human body? Become a highly skilled scientist at the threshold of many different health careers. If you are seeking a career in allied health, but are not yet ready to commit to a particular profession, this course is an ideal stepping-stone to other courses and careers such as occupational therapy, medicine, pharmacy, physiotherapy and the paramedicine major. This course delivers integrated studies in human biology, emphasising applied human structure and function. Your first year is interprofessional and taken with students from other health sciences degrees. The second year is designed to give you in-depth knowledge in selected subject areas, particularly in anatomy and physiology, and is combined with extensive laboratory-based learning. In your third year, you can apply your learning to explore areas of current research in human biology and the life sciences. YOUR FUTURE IN HUMAN BIOLOGY Wages will vary according to your level of skill, experience and employer. Example career: life scientist 3 Average earnings Average salary Employment levels in Australia 4 Current level as of 2014 = 12,900 Projected level in 2019 = 14, IF THE HUMAN EYE WERE A DIGITAL CAMERA IT WOULD HAVE 576 MEGAPIXELS. 1 $1,500 per week $78,000 per annum WHERE DO THEY WORK? (per cent share) 2 Top employing industries for life scientists EMPLOYING INDUSTRY Average weekly for workers in Further study options Coursework Master of Occupational Therapy Master of Pharmacy Master of Physiotherapy Master of Speech Pathology 15.3 Education and training Healthcare and social assistance Public administration and safety Research Bachelor of Science (Biomedical Sciences) (Honours) Master of Philosophy (MPhil) in Medical Research Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Medical Research 11.9 Sources 1: Clarkvision Photography, clarkvision.com 2, 3, 4, 5: Job Outlook joboutlook.gov.au Exercise, Sports and Rehabilitation Science...p14 Health Sciences major...p24 Laboratory Medicine...p32 Occupational Therapy...p50 Physiotherapy...p56 Bone marrow produces approximately two million new red blood cells every second! 6 40lb 18kg Humans shed 18 kilograms worth of skin in their lifetime, completely replacing their outer skin every month. 7 Sources 6: MedlinePlus, nlm.nih.gov 7: Sunshine Drugs - Family of Pharmacists, sunshinedrugs.com Contact are the you ll spend in 10 of extra study (i.e. unit readings, Introduction to Chemistry OR Biological Chemistry Foundations of Biomedical Science Reactivity and Function in Chemistry OR Introduction to Biological Chemistry Integrated Systems Anatomy and Physiology Foundations of Biochemistry Integrative Physiology Anatomy of the Limbs 1 Optional Biomedical Science Unit Anatomy of the Trunk Biochemistry and Cell Biology Physiological Concepts Anatomy and Neuroscience 4 Optional Human Biology Units 4 Optional Human Biology Units 31

18 70 4 years BACHELOR OF SCIENCE LABORATORY MEDICINE WE and either V or Q Perth F,P Feb Laboratory medicine teaches you about pathology (the origin, nature and course of disease) and the diagnosis of disease. This course offers exciting opportunities if you are seeking a challenging career as a professional medical scientist. Your first year is interprofessional and taken with students from other health sciences degrees. The second year expands your knowledge of the cellular and tissue aspects of pathology, and the individual disciplines of laboratory medicine. In your third and fourth years, you gain extensive field experience and focus on three of the following major disciplines: clinical biochemistry, diagnostic cytology, haematology and blood transfusion science, histopathology, diagnostic cytology, immunology, and medical microbiology. DID YOU KNOW? Curtin s laboratory medicine course is the only Western Australian course accredited by the Australian Institute of Medical Scientists. YOUR FUTURE IN MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE Wages will vary according to your level of skill, experience and employer. Example career: medical laboratory scientist 2 Average earnings Average salary Employment levels in Australia 3 Current level as of 2014 = 23,400 Projected level in 2019 = 25, Average weekly for workers in $1,350 per week $70,200 per annum WHERE DO THEY WORK? (per cent share) 1 Top employing industries for medical laboratory scientists Job outlook 5 Employment for medical laboratory scientists to November 2019 is expected to grow moderately EMPLOYING INDUSTRY Healthcare and social assistance Education and training Manufacturing Professional recognition Professionally recognised by the Australian Institute of Medical Scientists. Further study options Research Bachelor of Science (Biomedical Sciences) (Honours) Master of Philosophy (MPhil) in Medical Research Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Medical Research 3.7 Human Biology Preclinical...p30 Molecular Genetics and Biotechnology...p40 Pharmacy...p54 70 per cent of clinical decisions made by doctors about patient management are primarily based on pathology testing YEAR Contact are the you ll spend in 10 of extra study (i.e. unit readings, FIELDWORK HOURS 28 placement over two semesters. Biological Chemistry OR Introduction to Chemistry Foundations of Biomedical Science Reactivity and Function in Chemistry OR Introduction to Biological Chemistry Integrated Systems Anatomy and Physiology Foundations of Biochemistry Foundations of Histopathology Molecular Genetics Foundations of Medical Microbiology Foundations of Clinical Biochemistry Principles and Practice of Pathology Foundations of Haematology Foundations of Immunobiology Topics in Medical Science 3 Optional Units Introduction to Laboratory Medicine Practice Applied Laboratory Medicine Practice 1 YEAR 4 Applied Laboratory Medicine Practice 2 Applied Laboratory Medicine Practice 3 Integrated Medical Science 3 Optional Units 32 Sources 1, 2, 3, 4, 5: Job Outlook joboutlook.gov.au 6: Weinstein M. and Smith G North Carolina Medical Journal, Volume

19 85 4 years BACHELOR OF SCIENCE MEDICAL RADIATION SCIENCE Not accepted Perth F Page 68 Feb Use medical radiation and ultrasound on the human body to help diagnose, treat and monitor medical conditions, or provide cancer therapy. The Bachelor of Science (Medical Radiation Science) includes three majors: medical imaging, medical sonography and radiation therapy. This course combines subjects from health sciences and science, providing you with a general grounding in the healthcare environment, along with foundation studies required for medical radiation science, including medical physics, anatomy and physiology, and evidence-based practice. Your first year is interprofessional and taken with other health science students. From second year, your study will focus on your elected major. YOUR FUTURE IN MEDICAL RADIATION SCIENCE Wages will vary according to your level of skill, experience and employer. Example career: medical imaging professional 1 Average earnings Average salary Employment levels in Australia 2 Current level as of 2014 = 16,700 Projected level in 2019 = 22,000 $1,450 per week $75,400 per annum WHAT ARE THE MAJORS *? Medical imaging: or exclude a medical diagnosis, to advise on a treatment or illness, monitor patient progress, or provide medical screening. Medical sonography: use real time data obtained from treatment plans. PLEASE NOTE: you must complete the honours fourth year stream of this major to receive professional accreditation. Radiation therapy: play an integral role in the treatment, care and management of patients undergoing radiation therapy treatment, primarily in treating a range of cancer types. *PLEASE NOTE: once you commence your major, you will be unable to switch to a different major. Job outlook 5 Employment for medical imaging professionals to November 2019 is expected to grow very strongly. Professional accreditation Medical Imaging: This major is currently awaiting reaccreditation from the Medical Radiation Practice Board of Australia, which enables the graduate to obtain employment anywhere in Australia. Medical Sonography: This major is currently waiting accreditation. Once received, honours graduates will be professionally recognised by the Australian Sonographer Accreditation Registry. Medicine...p36 Nursing...p42 Physics see Physiotherapy...p56 WILHELM ROENTGEN Discovered X-rays in the year YEAR Contact are the you ll spend in 10 of extra study (i.e. unit readings, FIELDWORK HOURS OVER 4 YEARS Introduction to Medical Radiation Science Medical Anatomy Radiation Physics and Instrumentation Radiation Therapy Practice 1 OR Medical Imaging Practice 1 OR Ultrasound Practice 1 YEARS 2-4 Radiation Therapy Major / Radiation Therapy Honours Major OR Medical Sonography Honours Major OR Medical Imaging Major / Medical Imaging Honours Major 35.6 Average weekly for workers in Radiation Therapy: This major is currently waiting accreditation. Once received, graduates will be professionally recognised by the Medical Radiation Practice Board of Australia weeks 31.8 % growth Job growth for medical imaging professionals in the last five years. 4 Further study options Coursework Master of Medical Sonography Research Master of Philosophy (MPhil) Doctor of Philosophy (PhD). 34 Sources 1, 2, 3, 4, 5: Job Outlook joboutlook.gov.au 6: British Library: Learning Bodies of Knowledge, bl.uk 35

20 95 5 years BACHELOR OF MEDICINE / BACHELOR OF SURGERY MEDICINE Not accepted Perth F Feb Work as part of an interprofessional healthcare team to provide primary healthcare services to the community. This course can lead to many careers in the medical profession. Your studies will focus on primary care, chronic conditions, aged care, mental health, Indigenous health, biomedical and clinical sciences and population health, as well as acute care. Your first year of the course is interprofessional and undertaken with other health sciences students. You will also cover discipline-based units in medicine and be introduced to clinical practice. Your second and third years will be devoted to a more intensive study of medicine that focuses on the structure and function of the human body in health and disease. Fourth year is a transition from the Curtin campus into the clinical setting. You will work with people of all age groups under clinical supervision in hospital and community settings, including rural and remote healthcare places. Your final year will be entirely in clinical settings where you will work as a member of a healthcare team in preparation for your internship once you graduate. PLEASE NOTE: course curriculum is subject to finalisation, approval and external accreditation. YOUR FUTURE IN MEDICINE A career in medicine requires dedication and hard work, but can be incredibly rewarding. Diverse career paths exist from general practice to pathology to management consulting and pharmaceutical research. You make the choice, but what the community needs most are doctors working in medically under-serviced areas such as rural health, mental health or aged care. THE DOCTOR S CAREER PATH 3 Medical school: 5 years Bachelor of Medicine/Bachelor of Surgery Internship: 1 year After graduating from medical school, you will undertake a one-year internship, mostly in a public hospital setting. This must include rotations in medicine, surgery and emergency medicine. Residency: 1 2 years Most junior doctors spend at least one more year after their internship working in the public hospital system to gain more clinical experience in a range of settings with greater levels of responsibility. This stage helps equip you with the prerequisite experience and procedural skills for entry into specialist training programs. Registrar: 2 3 years After graduating from medical school and completing your internship and residency, you will be ready to enter a specialty training program as a registrar. Fellowship: Upon finishing your speciality training you may be awarded a Fellowship. With this, you will be a fully fledged doctor in your chosen field and can practise medicine independently in your field anywhere in Australia. Health Promotion...p16 Nursing...p42 Occupational Therapy...p50 Physiotherapy...p56 WEEKLY CONTACT HOURS 20 YEAR 4 YEAR Contact are the you ll spend in lectures, tutorials, workshops, clinical (including online). COURSE STRUCTURE* Foundations of Medicine Medical Anatomy Integrated Systems Anatomy and Physiology Foundations of Medical Practice Medicine 1 Medicine 2 Medicine 3 Medicine 4 YEAR 4 Medicine 5 Medicine 6 YEAR 5 Medicine 7 Medicine 8 * Subject to change Average weekly for workers in % growth Job growth for general practitioners in the last five years Sources 1, 2: Job Outlook joboutlook.com.au 3: Australian Medical Association, ama.com.au 37