Bachelor of Health Science (Health and Lifestyle)

About the course

This degree provides a foundation in health and lifestyle-focused practice with an emphasis on evidence-based approaches and naturopathic medicine principles. You’ll study health and social sciences, lifestyle and clinical sciences, and scientific enquiry, and build practical experience through placement or health promotion projects, including engagement with Aboriginal communities. It is designed as an undergraduate pathway toward clinical naturopathy within the health sciences.

Career outcome

Graduates are prepared for roles supporting health promotion and lifestyle-focused care across community and clinical settings, with a pathway toward clinical naturopathy. Career directions may include health promotion officer roles, wellness and lifestyle program support, community health engagement, and work within complementary and integrative health services. The course also supports progression to postgraduate naturopathic medicine for those targeting clinical practice in health sciences.

Living Costs in Gold Coast**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 22 - 29	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,564 - 2,068	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,096 - 1,449
Transportation (Daily) A$ 3 - 9	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 234 - 310

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)