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About the course
This major within Swinburne’s Bachelor of Health Science focuses on how health services are planned, funded and delivered. You’ll build an understanding of health systems and policy, and develop practical management skills to support quality, safe and efficient care across diverse settings. The course prepares you for roles connecting clinical services with organisational strategy in the health sector at bachelor level in health sciences. The programme introduces business strategy, finance, marketing, and leadership foundations for commercial organisations.
Career outcome
Graduates can pursue careers supporting the management and improvement of health services across public and private organisations. Typical opportunities include roles in health administration, service coordination, project support, quality and safety, program planning and policy support within hospitals, community health providers, aged care and government agencies. This bachelor-level health sciences qualification supports entry-level pathways into health service management and related operational roles.
Living Costs in Melbourne**
Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 15 - 20 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,583 - 2,094 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,207 - 1,596 |
Transportation (Daily) A$ 7 - 9 |
Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 240 - 318 |
Average Salary***
