Bachelor of Applied Public Health (Honours)

About the course

This honours year builds on prior undergraduate public health study and develops advanced research capability. You’ll work closely with an academic supervisor, strengthen research principles and methods, and complete a substantial project in an area of interest. The course is designed to prepare graduates for further higher degree study and research-informed professional practice in applied public health at bachelor honours level. The programme develops clinical skills, patient care fundamentals, and health sciences knowledge for registered practice pathways.

Career outcome

Graduates may progress to postgraduate health or research programs and pursue roles across public health promotion and community services. Opportunities include project or program officer work, advocacy and policy support, health education and communications, and pathways toward epidemiology-oriented roles. Employment settings can include hospitals, community health centres, government agencies, NGOs, education providers, and health-related industry as a Bachelor of Applied Public Health (Honours) graduate.

Career outcome

Upon graduating from this program, you may be employed in roles such as primary health care worker, community development officer, health advocate, aged care provider, medical assistant, medical sales executive, and etc. in companies including Research Australia, Gilead Sciences, Bristol-Myers Squibb, AstraZeneca, Stryker Corporation, and etc.

Living Costs in Melbourne**

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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**

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