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Chisholm Institute

Bachelor of Community Mental Health, Alcohol and Other Drugs

Berwick, Victoria, Australia

Level
Bachelor
Duration
3.0F/P
Campus
Berwick (VIC)
Intl. Tuition
A$23,544 (2026-27)

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Course Overview

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Career snapshot (indicative)

Health sciences graduates pursue clinical, research, policy and industry roles across the healthcare ecosystem, including NHS trusts, pharmaceutical firms, public health agencies and health technology companies.

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Student life (indicative)

Berwick offers a comfortable, outdoor-focused student lifestyle. Great weather, natural surroundings and a friendly community create a welcoming environment, with cafés, bars and local events to fill your downtime.

The University at a Glance

Staff Ratio
18.0:1

Costs & Living

Intl. Tuition
A$23,544
per year, 2026-27 Official fee page

City & Location

Major metropolitan (>1m inhabitants)

Course Curriculum

We don't have the module list for this course yet. The university's course page has the current modules.

Entry Requirements

Admission notes

  • Current Year 12 graduates Entry requirement Complete a written assessment task (provided by Chisholm) to assess academic skills related to this course. Interview A selection interview to demonstrate capability to undertake study at degree level and personal attributes suitable for the profession of Community Mental Health AOD. Recent Year 12 graduates Entry requirement Complete a written assessment task (provided by Chisholm) to assess academic skills related to this course. Interview A selection interview to demonstrate capability to undertake study at degree level and personal attributes suitable for the profession of Community Mental Health AOD. Applicants with Higher Education study Entry requirement Complete a written assessment task (provided by Chisholm) to assess academic skills related to this course. Interview A selection interview to demonstrate capability to undertake study at degree level and personal attributes suitable for the profession of Community Mental Health AOD. Applicants with VET study Entry requirement Complete a written assessment task (provided by Chisholm) to assess academic skills related to this course. Interview A selection interview to demonstrate capability to undertake study at degree level and personal attributes suitable for the profession of Community Mental Health AOD. Applicants with work and life experience Entry requirement Complete a written assessment task (provided by Chisholm) to assess academic skills related to this course. Interview A selection interview to demonstrate capability to undertake study at degree level and personal attributes suitable for the profession of Community Mental Health AOD. | Current Year 12 graduates Educational outcomes considered for selection Completion of Australian Year 12 or equivalent
  • A selection interview to demonstrate capability to undertake study at degree level and personal attributes suitable for the profession of Community Mental Health AOD
  • and Complete a written assessment task (provided by Chisholm) to assess academic skills related to this course. Recent Year 12 graduates Educational outcomes considered for selection Completion of Australian Year 12 or equivalent
  • A selection interview to demonstrate capability to undertake study at degree level and personal attributes suitable for the profession of Community Mental Health AOD
  • and Complete a written assessment task (provided by Chisholm) to assess academic skills related to this course. Applicants with Higher Education study Course requirement A complete or incomplete higher education qualification
  • A selection interview to demonstrate capability to undertake study at degree level and personal attributes suitable for the profession of Community Mental Health AOD
  • and Complete a written test (provided by Chisholm Institute) to assess academic skills related to this course. Applicants with VET study Course requirement A completed Diploma or above
  • Advanced standing may be available from related fields of study
  • A selection interview to demonstrate capability to undertake study at degree level and personal attributes suitable for the profession of Community Mental Health AOD
  • and Complete a written test (provided by Chisholm) to assess academic skills related to this course. Applicants with work and life experience Course requirement A minimum of 3 years full-time (or part-time equivalent) work experience in a relevant industry
  • Have short course or work-based learning, or other applicable life experience
  • A selection interview to demonstrate capability to undertake study at degree level and personal attributes suitable for the profession of Community Mental Health AOD
  • and Complete a written test (provided by Chisholm) to assess academic skills related to this course.

Assessment Methods

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Campus & City Life

Staff Ratio
18:1
Students per staff

Campus at a Glance

City Size
Major metropolitan (>1m inhabitants)
Climate (indicative)
Mild coastal
Safety Index (indicative)
8.0/10
Transport
Good (close to station or regional airport)
Social Scene
Friendly community | Coastal lifestyle

Student Life & City (indicative)

  • Berwick offers a comfortable, outdoor-focused student lifestyle.
  • Great weather, natural surroundings and a friendly community create a welcoming environment, with cafés, bars and local events to fill your downtime.

What Students Love

  • Outdoor & nature activities
  • Great café culture
  • Thriving student social scene
  • Beach lifestyle

University Stats

Student-to-Staff Ratio18:1
Safety Index (indicative)8.0/10

Career & Outcomes

Placement Year
Not offered
Industry work experience

Career Outcomes Overview (indicative)

Health sciences graduates pursue clinical, research, policy and industry roles across the healthcare ecosystem, including NHS trusts, pharmaceutical firms, public health agencies and health technology companies.

Summary based on information from the university.

Course source link unavailable.

Top Industries for Graduates

  • Healthcare
  • Business
  • Education

Study Abroad Opportunities

Y

Costs & Living Expenses

Intl. Tuition
A$23,544
per year, 2026-27 Official fee page
Total Programme Cost
A$70,632
For full 3.0F/P

Overall Cost of Living (indicative)

Higher

This location has a higher cost of living. Budget accordingly for accommodation, food, and general expenses.

Estimated Annual Costs

Tuition (International)A$23,544per year, 2026-27 Official fee page