Undergraduate courses Medicine, Dentistry & Pharmacy. Dental Surgery Health Science (Physician Assistant) Medicine, Surgery Pharmacy

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1 2016 Undergraduate courses Medicine, Dentistry & Pharmacy Dental Surgery Health Science (Physician Assistant) Medicine, Surgery Pharmacy

2 JCU Global rank: Top 4% JCU is ranked in the top 4% of universities in the pre-eminent global rankings system, the Academic Ranking of World Universities. ARWU 2014 JCU is ranked in the top two Australian universities and top 30 in the world in Environmental Sciences and Ecology US News and World Report and 2014 NTU global rankings Contents Five reasons to become a Doctor, a Dentist, a Pharmacist or a Physician Assistant at JCU...2 A world of experiences from a university with a global reputation...3 Bachelor of Dental Surgery... 8 Bachelor of Health Science (Physician Assistant) Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery...12 Bachelor of Pharmacy...16 Get ready pathway programs Indigenous Health Careers Access Program (IHCAP) TAC...19 What you need to know...19 How to apply...19 JCU s Environmental Science and Management, Ecological Applications and Medical Microbiology had the highest performance rating of well-above world standard for Excellence in Research in Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA) National Report 2012 new results to be released in late 2015 Five stars for job success Good Universities Guide 2015 In 2014, JCU was one of only two universities to receive the maximum number of citations awarded for Outstanding Contributions to Student Learning. Australian Awards for University Teaching, Office for Learning and Teaching Important dates Careers markets Gold Coast Careers Expo Thursday 7 May Cairns Careers Expo Thursday 21 May Rockhampton Careers Expo Wednesday 3 June TSXPO Brisbane Saturday 18 Sunday 19 July Sunshine Coast Careers Expo Tuesday 21 July Townsville Careers Expo Monday 10 August Mackay Careers Expo Wednesday 12 August Open days Cairns campus Sunday 23 August Townsville campus Sunday 30 August 2016 study dates Cairns and Townsville Teaching period one 2016 (Semester one) Orientation February Classes begin 22 February Mid-semester recess April Classes end 27 May Teaching period two 2016 (Semester two) Orientation July Classes begin 25 July Mid-semester recess September Classes end 28 October James Cook University: Highest cited research institution in the world for coral reef science. ISI Essential Science Indicators

3 You are interested in a health career with impact, are open to adventure and want serious clinical skills for a diverse and rewarding career. Five reasons to become a Doctor, a Dentist, a Pharmacist or a Physician Assistant at JCU 1. Work ready: JCU graduates are highly regarded as work-ready, not surprising given the extensive clinical experience they gain in diverse settings in tropical Australia and overseas. 2. Social conscience: JCU medical, dentistry, pharmacy and physician assistant students and graduates have a reputation for being socially committed people who want to make a difference in their studies, work and life. 3. Be a pioneer: the Physician Assistant (PA) profession is hugely popular in the United States with over 80,000 PAs in practice. The PA model is being developed in Australia and has been adopted by Canada, the UK, The Netherlands and South Africa. 4. You don t do boring well: Work anywhere in Australia or New Zealand, or further afield to pursue interests in global health or to work and travel. JCU graduates in medicine, dentistry and pharmacy can be found all around the world, in public hospitals, private practices, remote communities or perhaps combining research or teaching with clinical practice. With new challenges every day, no two days need be the same. 5. Earn a good living. Graduates in medicine, pharmacy and dentistry have high starting salaries, which will help you in pursuing your personal and career goals and interests. A world of experiences from a university with a global reputation Our campuses in Cairns and Townsville are in the heart of northern Queensland, adjacent to the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park and the wet and dry tropics. Each campus offers a vibrant study experience with award-winning teachers and modern facilities. You will benefit from small group teaching, extensive clinical training, and a superior learning location. Our teaching has a unique regional focus that you will not find anywhere else in Australia. Our new $44m Clinical Practice Building is located on campus in Townsville and provides medical and health students with a primary centre for clinical practice work involving public patients. Whether you study in Cairns, Townsville, or in a regional area you will experience extensive hands-on clinical practice and develop specialist knowledge in the areas of rural, remote and tropical health during your placements. Our study centre in Mackay is located in new cutting-edge research and teaching facilities based in the Mackay and Mater hospitals and provides an authentic learning experience for our medical, nursing and dentistry students. Nursing students can also study at JCU s Mount Isa Centre for Rural and Remote Health, which offers courses with a special emphasis on rural, remote and Indigenous healthcare. JCU Thursday Island opened in 2003 and offers learning facilities for nursing and education students based in the Torres Strait region. In 2015, the JCU Townsville City campus was opened in the heart of Townsville City, in Flinders Street. The campus provides a unique and progressive blend of teaching and study space, as well as meeting, networking and consultation facilities, where advanced design, technology and James Cook University is committed to building strong and mutually beneficial partnerships that work towards closing the employment, health and education gap for Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Our students come from many backgrounds, promoting a rich cultural and experiential diversity on campus. We acknowledge the Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the Traditional Owners of the lands and waters where we operate our business. We honour the unique cultural and spiritual relationship to the land, waters and seas of First Australian peoples and their continuing and rich contribution to James Cook University (JCU) and Australian society. We also pay respect to ancestors and Elders past, present and future. ongoing support services on-site all add to the quality of the environment and study experience. Plans are in place for JCU to also have a Cairns City campus providing similar facilities and opportunities as those available at the Townsville City campus. Our third main campus is located in Singapore. The campus offers both international and Australian JCU students the opportunity to study in South-East Asia s thriving commercial, technological, financial and academic hub. Our campus in central Brisbane, operated by Russo Higher Education, provides quality undergraduate courses to international students, on behalf of JCU. Many of our students have the option to study overseas with one of more than 30 JCU exchange partner universities around the world. Kassandra Savage (JCU Alumni), Coming Together and Respecting Difference, acrylic on canvas, 2014, 90cm x 90cm. 2 Enquiries jcu.edu.au 3

4 Medicine and Surgery Dentistry The Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery is offered as a full-time degree, based on-campus at JCU in Townsville and in clinical settings across northern Australia. Our modern medical precinct is situated opposite The Townsville Hospital, the largest teaching hospital in regional Australia. As a medical practioner you will gain early experience in the tropical health care context and benefit from extensive clinical experience and a full, integrated six-year course of medical education and training. The focus is on real skills, adventure and career impact. You will undertake clinical placements in each year of your course, and spend at least 20 weeks in small rural and remote communities. After your first three years of study you may relocate to Cairns, and the final two years are spent gaining practical experience at one of our clinical school sites in Cairns, Townsville, Mackay and Darwin. You will gain skills and knowledge in: The practice of medicine with a focus on the tropical, rural and remote context, worldwide Meeting the priority healthcare needs of vulnerable and underserved populations Tropical medicine Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health Confident provision of medical care in rural and low-resource settings. JCU s Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery has full Australian Medical Council accreditation, so you graduate with a qualification that is recognised anywhere in Australia, New Zealand and many places beyond. This is a popular degree, primarily for schoolleavers. We have a two-step application process: - You apply online at QTAC s website - You also submit a written application form directly to JCU by 30 September Visit: jcu.edu.au/2016/medicineandsurgery Our Bachelor of Dental Surgery is offered in Cairns as a 5-year course (full time). You will gain hands-on clinical experience on campus, and in placement locations across northern Queensland, rural Australia, and dental schools and clinics overseas. You will learn from experienced professionals based in our new Dental School. The School has modern facilities and the latest technologies, including an 80-seat dental simulation laboratory, prosthodontics and science laboratories, and a dental clinic, JCUDental, which is open to the public. Our academic program, combined with practical training, helps our students develop into competent and confident practitioners delivering a high-level of health care. Our dental students complete over 2,000 hours of supervised clinical experience in a variety of settings. Our quality degree has already generated graduates with an enviable reputation for skill and experience. Our former students have been very successful in finding employment in all areas of dentistry, including public and private clinics throughout Australia and overseas. Our Bachelor of Dental Surgery degree is fully accredited with the Australian Dental Council the national accreditation and standards body. On completion of your degree you will be eligible for professional registration within Australia, New Zealand and Canada. Future employment prospects for dentists are very good, particularly in the public sector and in rural areas. Visit: jcu.edu.au/2016/dentistry We have a two-step application process for the Bachelor of Dental Surgery: - You apply online at QTAC s website - You also submit a written application form directly to JCU by 30 September Health Science (Physician Assistant) The Bachelor of Health Science (Physician Assistant) is designed specifically for people with previous healthcare experience, or a healthcarerelated qualification. Physician Assistants perform many of the tasks previously carried out solely by medical practitioners, including history taking, physical examination, diagnosis and treatment. Our particular focus at JCU is on educating healthcare professionals who will provide medical services within a team-based practice model in rural and remote locations in Australia. We have a two-step application process to enter the Bachelor of Health Science (Physician Assistant): - You apply online at QTAC s website - You also submit a written application form directly to JCU by 31 October Visit: jcu.edu.au/2016/physicianassistant Pharmacy JCU s Bachelor of Pharmacy follows an innovative curriculum taught in state-of-the-art facilities on our Townsville campus. We have new laboratories that house modern instrumentation and audio visual equipment. You will learn about counselling patients on the best use of medications, providing advice on symptoms, the management of common ailments, preparing and formulating medications, and providing health education. We help you become job-ready by working alongside experts during professional placements in hospitals and community pharmacies. Your practical skills are gradually developed, starting in your second year and increasing in your third and then final year. As a JCU pharmacy student, you ll get over 600 hours of work placement experience, with diverse options of where to go our students have been to Mount Isa, Thursday Island and Weipa, and many more places across Australia. Our graduates have worked and volunteered in Papua New Guinea and Fiji, so you can be confident the training you receive at JCU is sought after not just in Queensland, but across the Asia-Pacific region. Pharmacy at JCU has built a reputation Australia-wide for the quality of its graduates. Our Bachelor of Pharmacy has full accreditation with the Australian Pharmacy Council (APC), and you will be eligible to apply for professional registration with the Pharmacy Board of Australia through the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). Your pathway to becoming a registered pharmacist requires a supervised pre-registration or intern year. A career in pharmacy is rewarding and employment possibilities include government and defence, retail, hospitals, research and manufacturing. In 2014 Graduate Careers Australia reported that 97.6 per cent of pharmacy graduates were in full-time employment. Bachelor of Pharmacy entry requirements: Applicants require an exit assessment in English, Maths B and Chemistry of sound achievement or better, over four semesters in Queensland Year 12 (or the interstate or overseas equivalent), and appropriate OP or Tertiary Entrance Rank. Applications must be received by QTAC before 30 September Visit: jcu.edu.au/2016/pharmacy 4 Enquiries jcu.edu.au 5

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6 Bachelor of Dental Surgery Good oral health is vital for general health and well-being. The World Health Organisation defines dentistry as the science and art of preventing, diagnosing and treating diseases, injuries and malformations of the teeth, jaws and mouth. If you enjoy science-based subjects, have good interpersonal skills and fine-motor skills, and interests in health and social responsibility, dentistry can be a rewarding career. Dentists enjoy working cooperatively with other health professionals and working independently. Course highlights JCU established its Dentistry program in 2008 in response to the challenges and oral health needs of northern Australia. With a focus on tropical, rural and Indigenous practice the course offers: All new facilities the $75 million dental teaching complex on the Cairns campus is impressive and includes a state-of-the-art clinical simulation laboratory. Early clinical experience you ll gain real-life experience at our dental clinics on campus in Cairns and Townsville that provide dental care to the public. You ll also gain experience at private practices and in rural and remote community health facilities across northern Queensland. Career opportunities Dentists enjoy the highest graduate starting salaries nationally (GradStats 2014, Graduatecareers.com.au). There is a shortage of dentists in regional, rural and remote Australia. Opportunities exist in private practice or with public health services, in the defence force. With further study, you can pursue a dental specialisation with further study to become an orthodontist, oral and maxillofacial surgeon or oral pathologist, for example. The course combines the basic sciences with dental clinical sciences and preventative oral health. You will spend the first three to four years based at the Cairns campus. In your final year you will consolidate your clinical skills with placements in public and private dental clinics across northern Queensland. Professional recognition The course has accreditation by the Australian Dental Council. After graduating you will be eligible for professional registration with all dental boards in Australia and New Zealand and be able to enter dental practice. Honours An Honours degree is available for highachieving students who wish to pursue research and academic careers: Bachelor of Dental Surgery (Honours); AQF Level 8 An additional one-year program (full time or equivalent) after successful completion of the Bachelor of Dental Surgery. CAMPUS: Cairns on campus, full time only DURATION 5 years full time MIDYEAR ENTRY: Not available OP/RANK 2016: Admission based on special entry requirements and academic achievement. QTAC CODE: Studying at JCU with state-of-the-art dental equipment was very appealing. JCU is a student-focussed university. If I have a question, I just ask a staff member or a student in my cohort and they are happy to have a conversation about it. Bigger universities often can t provide that level of support. Yong Hoon (Jimmy) Gim Bachelor of Dental Surgery PREREQUISITES: AQF LEVEL: 7 English, Maths B, Chemistry (Biology also recommended) SPECIAL APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS In addition to applying through QTAC, you must submit a written application to JCU by 30 September Download the form at jcu.edu.au/dthm/forms For more information contact the Student Centre FURTHER ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Successful applicants require Hepatitis B immunisation, current Queensland First Aid and CPR certificates plus a Suitability to Work with Children (Blue Card) and an Australian Federal Police before undertaking placement. It is recommended that these requirements be completed by the end of your first semester/teaching period. ALTERNATIVE ENTRY PATHWAYS Pathway programs are available if you do not have the course prerequisites. Find out more at Page 18. For Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants, JCU offers the Bachelor of Pharmacy (Indigenous Health Careers Access Program). Find out more at Page 18. COURSE STRUCTURE For detailed information on course structure and subjects visit: jcu.edu.au/2016/dentistry 8 Enquiries jcu.edu.au 9

7 Bachelor of Health Science (Physician Assistant) The Physician Assistant is a new and exciting health profession for Australia. JCU s Bachelor of Health Science (Physician Assistant) is designed for people with existing health care experience who want to expand their clinical role, and promote lifelong learning in an evolving health care environment. You will further develop your existing health care abilities and learn the additional skills and competencies required to provide clinical medical services under the supervision of a medical practitioner. The collaborative relationship between a Physician Assistant and their doctor or physician is a defining feature of the profession, and distinguishes it from other health care professions. Career opportunities Our graduates can work in many medical specialisations in partnership with doctors. As a graduate you will have the knowledge and skills to conduct physical examinations, diagnose and treat some illnesses, order and interpret tests, counsel on preventive healthcare, assist in surgery and prescribe medications. You will be a valued member of a medical practice or healthcare service. Physician Assistants gained recognition from the Queensland Government to work within Queensland Health in The Queensland Health Clinical Governance Guideline is an important first step to delegated medical practice. Initially, most positions are predicted to be in rural and remote hospitals providing ambulatory, emergency and inpatient services. The first positions have opened at Cherbourg Hospital, servicing an Aboriginal community and The Townsville Hospital Emergency Department the largest in the state. Course highlights Rural, remote and Indigenous healthcare focus: You will gain the skills that your community needs for effective, team-based medical services. Flexibility: A large portion of the curriculum is delivered externally online and you study on your own time. There are also a series of eight residential blocks held on the Townsville campus. The course aims to allow you to continue in your current work setting in some capacity while developing new skills. Hands-on medical skills: In addition to progressive clinical experience in the first two years, you ll have a year of clinical placement in settings like general practice, emergency departments and hospital wards to gain clinical skills of the highest standard. Experienced teachers: You will learn from our specialist team of academic staff, doctors, researchers, science teachers and nurses. In addition to topics in rural and remote medicine, classes will include techniques in patient interviewing and record documentation, diagnostic skill development including physical examination, clinical investigation interpretation, and patient management. Topics in medicine, health promotion and disease prevention across the age spectrum will also be addressed. Learning to access and utilise evidence-based medical information is a recurrent theme throughout the course. CAMPUS: Online (external) with some residential block modes in Townsville DURATION 3 years full time, with part-time study available in your final year. MIDYEAR ENTRY: Not available OP/RANK 2016: Admission based on special entry requirements and academic achievement. I really enjoyed the practical rotations, including General Practice, Emergency Medicine and the three-week placement I did with the Palm Island Aboriginal community. I was able to apply my new knowledge of rural and remote medicine and learnt so much about Aboriginal communities as a result. It also meant I will be confident to accept positions in rural and remote locations where there is a doctor shortage. Judy Beneke Bachelor of Health Science (Physician Assistant) QTAC CODE: PREREQUISITES: AQF LEVEL: 7 A health-related qualification with a minimum of Certificate IV (AQF Level 4) or other approved qualifications. Also a minimum of two years of full-time (or equivalent) clinical experience in a healthcare setting that includes direct patient contact. SPECIAL APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS In addition to applying through QTAC, you must submit a written application to JCU by 31 October Download the form at jcu.edu.au/dthm/forms For more information contact the Student Centre FURTHER ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Successful applicants require Hepatitis B immunisation, current Queensland. First Aid and CPR certificates plus a Suitability to Work with Children (Blue Card) and an Australian Federal Police check before undertaking placement. It is recommended that these requirements be completed by the end of your first semester/teaching period. COURSE STRUCTURE For detailed information on course structure and subjects visit: jcu.edu.au/2016/physicianassistant 10 Enquiries jcu.edu.au 11

8 Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery Medicine and Surgery JCU s Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery has a unique place among Australian medical schools. Our emphasis is on tropical medicine, the health of rural and remote communities, and of Aboriginal peoples and Torres Strait Islanders. Our course content is informed by a concern for social justice, and innovation and excellence in medical education, research and service. The Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) is your first step to a career as a medical practitioner. Our teaching combines integrated instruction in biomedical and social sciences, professional practice, and clinical medicine, in a tropical context. You will gain the knowledge and expertise to diagnose and treat human injuries and disease, and prescribe medications and treatment to promote or restore good health. Our Townsville campus medical precinct is situated opposite The Townsville Hospital, the largest teaching hospital in regional Australia. Our other clinical campuses include Cairns Hospital, Mackay Base Hospital, the Mater hospitals in Townsville and Mackay, the Northern Territory Clinical School in Darwin, and numerous smaller teaching centres in rural and remote communities. Course highlights Quality teaching: Our supportive, small group teaching approach is highly effective. You will benefit from modern facilities, extensive clinical training and a superior learning location. Varied clinical experience: Your clinical placements take place in a range of locations, and start in your first year of study. Handson experience continues throughout your degree: In Year 4 you will be based in either Townsville or Cairns, and in years 5 and 6 you will experience our clinical school sites in Cairns, Mackay, Darwin and Townsville plus extended placements in small rural and remote communities. Make a difference: Our MBBS aspires to what is described by the World Health Organisation as socially accountable medical education a medical school accepting its obligation to direct education, research and service to priority health concerns of communities that it has a mandate to serve. Career opportunities Our MBBS graduates are highly regarded as work ready, with a strong foundation in biomedical and social sciences, and extensive clinical experience. After graduation you can register to work as an intern in Australia or New Zealand. Your internship takes one year. You then progress to further training in a chosen specialisation such as general practice, surgery, obstetrics, anaesthetics, or emergency medicine, for example. Employment for generalist medical practitioners is expected to grow strongly and earnings are very high for some medical specialists. * You ll gain expertise across multiple clinical and biological fields including anatomy, infection control, disease prevention control, biochemical processes, health promotion and medical ethics. You will graduate from JCU with skills and knowledge in: The distinctive needs of northern Australia s tropical populations Distance and remote delivery of medicine Tropical medicine Medical experiences and facilities in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities Medical care in rural hospital and community settings. Former students in the MBBS have had high levels of satisfaction with teaching quality and the course experience. ** To find out more about our course and placements visit: jcu.edu.au/2016/ medicineandsurgery Professional recognition Our Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery degree has full Australian Medical Council accreditation, so you graduate with qualifications recognised anywhere in Australia, New Zealand and beyond. After graduation you will be eligible to register with medical boards in Australia or New Zealand to work as an intern. Honours High-achieving MBBS students who wish to pursue research and academic careers are invited to join our Honours program at the end of Year 4. CAMPUS: DURATION Townsville on campus, full time 6 years full time MIDYEAR ENTRY: Not available OP/RANK 2016: QTAC CODE: PREREQUISITES: AQF LEVEL: 7 Admission based on special entry requirements and academic achievement. English, Maths B, Chemistry I m a big fan of JCU because of its cohort size and pragmatic, hands-on approach. I ve worked with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander populations and helped coordinate a program to send JCU students to work in paediatric clinics at the Yarrabah Aboriginal community south of Cairns. Benjamin Dickson Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery * Joboutlook.gov.au ** 96% Course Satisfaction, 2013 National University Experience Survey SPECIAL APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS In addition to applying through QTAC, you must submit a written application to JCU by 30 September Download the form at: jcu.edu.au/dthm/forms Selected candidates will be invited to attend an interview in Townsville. For more information contact the Student Centre FURTHER ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Successful applicants require Hepatitis B immunisation, current Queensland Provide First Aid and CPR certificates plus a Suitability to Work with Children (Blue Card) and an Australian Federal Police check before undertaking placement. It is recommended that these requirements be completed by the end of your first semester/teaching period. ALTERNATIVE ENTRY PATHWAYS Entry pathways are available if you do not have the course prerequisites. Find out more on page 18. COURSE STRUCTURE For detailed information on course structure and subjects visit: jcu.edu.au/2016/medicineandsurgery For more information contact the Student Centre Enquiries jcu.edu.au 13

9 At JCU we have smaller class cohorts than at other universities. I receive individual attention from tutors, the lecturers know my name and I have built friendships with the other students in my year. Each week we have tutorials where students learn how to communicate effectively and deliver a health service to patients, as well as advise about health products. I ve enjoyed being part of the JCU Pharmacy association, which offers students additional training as well as social events. In 2013 I attended the National Australian Pharmacy Students Association Congress in Bendigo. Lyndsey Pell Bachelor of Pharmacy 14 Enquiries jcu.edu.au 15

10 Bachelor of Pharmacy Pharmacy is a key health profession. Pharmacists dispense medications prescribed by medical practitioners and provide information to patients about their use. They advise patients and other health professionals on the selection, dosage and side effects of medications, and can also work in research and the testing and development of pharmaceuticals and other medical products. Course highlights JCU has a national reputation for the quality of its Pharmacy program and graduates. Quality teaching Pharmacy graduates from JCU rate the quality of teaching (89%) and course quality (95%) highest in the country, topping the Pharmacy sector (2013 National Course Experience Questionnaire). Hands-on experience you will get up to 600 hours of placement experience working with rural, urban and underserved populations to gain clinical skills of the highest standard. Individual focus you will enjoy smaller class sizes where your lecturers are approachable and friendly and where it s easy to form friendships and study groups with fellow students. Research driven as a student in the College of Medicine and Dentistry, you will enjoy superb teaching facilities and the College s strong research focus can open doors to further study and exciting Pharmacy research projects. Award-winning JCU Pharmacy students have won four out of the last 10 Queensland Pharmacy Student of the Year Awards. Career opportunities JCU Pharmacy graduates enjoy good employment rates, and demand is strong in rural and regional Australia. After your internship you will have an excellent chance to make your mark on the pharmacy profession in: Hospital and community pharmacies Managing your own pharmacy practice Government health services and regulatory bodies (e.g. Therapeutic Goods Administration) Defence forces Pharmaceutical industries Clinical research or university teaching careers, after further study. You will gain expertise in health sciences including biochemistry, microbiology, human anatomy and physiology, infectious diseases, immunology, dermatology and toxicology. In addition you ll gain knowledge of health promotion, rural and remote practice, and business and management essentials. Clinical placements commence from Year 1. Professional recognition The course has accreditation with the Australian Pharmacy Council. After graduation you will be eligible to enter an accredited one-year internship program and progress to registration as a pharmacist. Honours Two Honours degree options are available for high-achieving students who wish to pursue research and academic careers: An embedded program of study and research included in the Bachelor of Pharmacy or Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours); AQF Level 8 An additional one-year program (full time or equivalent) after successful completion of the Bachelor of Pharmacy, including a research thesis. CAMPUS: DURATION Townsville on campus, full time only 4 years full time MIDYEAR ENTRY: Not available OP/RANK 2016: 12/74 QTAC CODE: PREREQUISITES: AQF LEVEL: 7 English, Maths B, Chemistry FURTHER ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Successful applicants require Hepatitis B immunisation, current Queensland First Aid and CPR certificates plus a Suitability to Work with Children (Blue Card) and an Australian Federal Police check before undertaking placement. It is recommended that these requirements be completed by the end of your first semester/teaching period. COURSE STRUCTURE For detailed information on course structure and subjects, visit: jcu.edu.au/2016/pharmacy For more information contact the Student Centre ALTERNATIVE ENTRY PATHWAYS Pathway programs are available if you do not have the course prerequisites. Find out more at Page 18. For Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants, JCU offers the Bachelor of Pharmacy (Indigenous Health Careers Access Program). Find out more on Page Enquiries jcu.edu.au 17

11 Get ready pathway programs Diplomas The Diploma of Higher Education is a good starting point if it s been a while since you studied or you don t have the entry qualifications for your course. It is also a recognised qualification in its own right. The Diploma of Higher Education is a good starting point if it s been a while since you studied or you don t have the entry qualifications for your course. It is also a recognised AQF Level 5 qualification in its own right. The Diploma is your pathway into many of our Bachelor degrees and takes only one year of full-time study (or part-time equivalent) to complete. The Diploma offers several study areas to choose from. The Diploma of Higher Education (Health) is the pathway option to choose if you if you have not achieved the grade of Sound Achievement or better in Queensland Year 12 maths or chemistry to gain for entry to your chosen health degree at JCU. The Diploma of Higher Education (Health) provides you with much more than an online course can offer. As a student studying on campus in Cairns or Townsville you ll get all the support you need, we will help you map a realistic career path and you ll experience what life at university is like, so you ll be ready to step up to an undergraduate degree. The course combines core subjects to prepare you for university-level study with foundation health and science subjects. On successful completion of the Diploma of Higher Education (Health) you can graduate with the Diploma and may receive advanced standing towards some health degree programs at JCU. Please call the Student Centre for further details. Phone: Visit: jcu.edu.au/diploma TAC We also offer a tertiary access course, known as TAC. TAC* gives you the confidence to become a university student, even if you didn t finish high school. It provides you with preparatory academic skills and knowledge. You ll work in small class sizes with friendly staff to help you start your journey. TAC is free (for eligible applicants) and, if taken full time, can be completed in six months. Please call the Student Centre for further details. Phone: *TAC is subject to minimum numbers What you need to know Entry to most JCU health degrees is extremely competitive and some have additional application requirements. As well as applying to QTAC, you may also need to complete a separate written application (downloadable form) by the 30 September deadline. See course pages for details. If you gain entry to your course, you will participate in practical or professional placements in clinics and health centres from Year 1. There are mandatory requirements before you can undertake a placement and the sooner you can organise these once your place is confirmed, the better: A valid Suitability to Work with Children Card (Blue Card), issued by the Public Safety Business Agency (PSBA) Evidence of Hepatitis B immunisation Current Apply First Aid and CPR Certificate Australian Federal Police national check apply at: Placements can take place across Queensland and Australia. You need to be prepared to relocate for placements and be aware there are costs for travel and accommodation. Practical experience and clinical placements may take place over weekends. Indigenous Health Careers Access Program (IHCAP) JCU is committed to increasing the number of Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students in our medicine and health courses, and we are committed to helping you succeed. The Indigenous Health Careers Access Program (IHCAP), coordinated by the Indigenous Health Unit, is an alternative pathway for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students who do not meet the entry requirement of their chosen health course. The program is designed to provide access, build skills and strengthen capabilities of students for successful study at university. Dedicated IHCAP officers and academic advisors provide you with academic and social support services. This program is the only one of its kind in northern Queensland and offers an orientation course held on our Townsville campus in January IHCAP is a pathway program for the following degrees: Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences Bachelor of Dental Surgery Bachelor of Exercise Physiology (Clinical) Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science Bachelor of Nursing Science Bachelor of Occupational Therapy Bachelor of Pharmacy Bachelor of Physiotherapy Bachelor of Speech Pathology Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science Bachelor of Veterinary Science When you submit your application to QTAC, you simply nominate JCU as a first preference for the health course of your choice and indicate that you are of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent. Staff from our Indigenous Health Unit will contact you regarding your study options. For more information about IHCAP visit: jcu.edu.au/austindigenousinfo How to apply Your first degree is known as an undergraduate degree. A Bachelor degree, a Bachelor Honours degree and a Diploma are all undergraduate qualifications. We welcome applications from school leavers, those of you who are back from their gap year, already in the workforce or just looking for new opportunities. You can also transfer to JCU if you are currently studying at another university. All applications for undergraduate degrees at JCU are made through the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre (QTAC). Exceptions are for international students. You can visit the QTAC website for full details about the application process, or get a copy of the QTAC Guide from Queensland newsagents. Visit: qtac.edu.au You can select up to six courses in order of preference the QTAC website gives you information on prioritising your choices. You can also visit the JCU website to discover more about what courses we offer. Help is available if you need it, just contact the JCU Student Centre on The QTAC entry process has several offer rounds, giving you the opportunity to change preferences or accept an offer. All successful applicants receive offer advice by . In addition you can check if you have an offer at QTAC s current applicant online service. Any employment of more than six months full-time may also assist in giving you entry to a diploma or degree. Previous employment doesn t need to be related to the course you are applying for. If you need help then please contact the JCU Student Centre on Get prepared - Bridging subjects Bridging subjects are designed to fill any gaps in your knowledge. We offer maths and chemistry bridging subjects that can be studied on-campus in Cairns and Townsville. You may need to enrol in a bridging subject if you have not achieved the grade of Sound Achievement or better in Queensland Year 12 maths or chemistry. You will need to check the entry requirements for your course on the JCU website. Visit: jcu.edu.au/2016/courses 18 Enquiries jcu.edu.au 19

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