Bachelor of Health Science (Healthy Ageing)
Bachelor of Health Science (Healthy Ageing)
Healthy ageing has become a central focus on the global stage. The World Health Organisation (WHO) and the United Nations declared the Decade of Healthy Ageing. Closer to home, state governments and local councils are also developing action plans to promote health and wellbeing in older people. If you are…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
Healthy ageing has become a central focus on the global stage. The World Health Organisation (WHO) and the United Nations declared the Decade of Healthy Ageing. Closer to home, state governments and local councils are also developing action plans to promote health and wellbeing in older people. If you are passionate about improving the lives of others and their families and communities, this degree is the perfect fit.
UniSA Online’s Healthy Ageing degree has been developed in response to Australia’s ageing population and the increased demand it’s created in the health care and social assistance sector. This degree instils the professional skills and knowledge required to prepare you for a future career in an increasingly complex and ever-changing health landscape.
UniSA is the young university in Australia for research quality,2 and this excellence shines through our teaching. We are inspired by challenges and opportunities, and partner with local icons and international organisations to deliver impact and change. Our teachers have a very practical approach to learning, and as a result, you’ll work on real-world projects and gain direct hands-on experience.
Career outcomes
Healthy ageing policy analyst: Analyse healthy ageing policies and their effects on government and organisation programs and operations; implement and oversee research and analysis projects; develop strategies and proposals on policy development in designated reform areas; draft policy positions and statements; consult with relevant advisory groups, government officials and other key stakeholders; and collate and present project findings, data and policy positions in papers and reports.
Healthy ageing project officer: Build the capacity of community organisations to undertake community development initiatives that support healthy ageing; create supportive environments that enhance participation opportunities for older people; develop resources that support healthy ageing in communities; build relationships with key service providers and community groups in local areas; consult older adults, health services and community organisations to identify community needs and opportunities.
Active and healthy ageing adviser: Review and build on evidence-based strategies to improve the health and wellbeing of older people; develop networks to improve organisational and workforce capacity to promote health and wellbeing; understand the determinants of healthy ageing including healthy lifestyle factors and age-friendly environments; and provide support and education through online training, workshops and resources to help organisations and staff take a healthy ageing approach.
Health and welfare services officer: Coordinate the professional and administrative aspects of health and welfare programs and services; develop and implement policies and standards for medical, nursing, allied health and administrative staff; coordinate and administer health and welfare programs and clinical services; liaise with other health and welfare providers, boards and funding bodies; and advise government bodies about measures to improve health and welfare services and facilities.
Community program developer: Research, plan and implement programs and activities that promote and increase participation of older people in communities; build networks and develop partnerships with community organisations to achieve positive outcomes for the local community, and work with people from diverse backgrounds and supervise and develop staff and volunteers.
Aboriginal health officer: Deliver high quality, comprehensive and culturally appropriate health care services in urban, regional, rural, and remote locations across Australia; develop tailored educational resources and training for community organisations and non-Aboriginal organisations.
REQUIREMENTS
Applicants are required to meet one of the following criteria with a competitive result:
Higher education study
successfully completed equivalent to a minimum of half a year of full-time study of a higher education program at a recognised higher education provider
OR
Vocational Education and Training (VET)
completed an award from a registered training organisation at Certificate IV level or above
OR
Work and life experience
passed a UniSA Online literacy and numeracy test and have relevant work experience;
completed a UniSA Foundation Studies program or equivalent; or
qualified for Special Entry
OR
Recent secondary education
completed a secondary education qualification equivalent to SACE, such as an interstate year 12 international qualification
English language requirements:
IELTS score of 6.5; TOEFL iBT score of 79 with no band less than 20; TOEFL paper-based test (PBT) score of 577 with TWE of 5.0; Cambridge CAE/CPE score of 177; Pearson’s test of English (Academic) (PTE) score of 58 with no communicative score less than 58; CELUSA score of AE5.
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
The University of South Australia is a globally connected and engaged university with industry-informed teaching and research that is inventive and adventurous. Ranked in the world’s top 50 under 50^ and with 100% of assessed research rated at or above world-class*, the University is young, innovative and offers students the chance to gain real-world experience.Focused on life beyond the classroom, the University of South Australia offers a practical approach to teaching and learning. Degrees are designed in partnership with industry, giving students opportunities to gain the latest insights and trends and ensuring they graduate career ready.^Ranked in the World’s Top 50 Under 50 – Ranked #29, 2021 QS Top 50 Universities Aged Under 50 and Ranked #46, 2022 THE Young University Rankings*2018 Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA), 4-digit Fields of Research
