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.

Summary based on information from the university.

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Student life (indicative)

Online 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

Student Population: 37,480
Staff Ratio: 18.0:1
International: 24.0%

Career Prospects

Employment Rate: 72.0%; of graduates employed
Placement Year: Available; Work experience option

Costs & Living

Intl. Tuition: See fee page →
Home Tuition: A$9,880; per year, maximum student contribution 2027 (indicative) 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 ATAR This course uses the ATAR as part of its selection considerations. Interview Applicants may be required to attend an interview. Details will be provided by telephone or mail to applicants required to attend. Regional Adjustment Applicants whose residential address is classified as RA2 or higher using the Australian Statistical Geographic Standard - Remoteness Area (ASGS-RA) (2021) qualify for a regional adjustment. For more information, refer to the La Trobe University's Rural and Regional Student Access Scheme (RRSAS) . Subject adjustment A study score of 25 in Biology, Chemistry, Health and Human Development, any Mathematics, Physical Education, Physics or Psychology equals 4 aggregate points per study. A study score of 20 in any LOTE equals 4 aggregate points per study. Overall maximum of 12 points. SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for equity schemes. Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, an equity schemes application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to La Trobe University Equity schemes information and the La Trobe University website Recent Year 12 graduates ATAR This course uses the ATAR as part of its selection considerations. VTAC Personal Statement Applicants can complete and submit a Personal Statement if they wish other information to be considered during the selection process. This may include information such as work or community experience or reasons for applying. Applicants may wish to provide other documentation in support of their application. Work Recognition Applicants seeking consideration via Work Recognition must complete all requirements listed on the La Trobe University Work Recognition webpage and submit a VTAC Personal Statement, including relevant work experience and reasons for applying for this course. Interview Applicants may be required to attend an interview. Details will be provided by telephone or mail to applicants required to attend. Regional Adjustment Applicants whose residential address is classified as RA2 or higher using the Australian Statistical Geographic Standard - Remoteness Area (ASGS-RA) (2021) qualify for a regional adjustment. For more information, refer to the La Trobe University's Rural and Regional Student Access Scheme (RRSAS) . Subject adjustment A study score of 25 in Biology, Chemistry, Health and Human Development, any Mathematics, Physical Education, Physics or Psychology equals 4 aggregate points per study. A study score of 20 in any LOTE equals 4 aggregate points per study. Overall maximum of 12 points. SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for equity schemes. Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, an equity schemes application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to La Trobe University Equity schemes information and the La Trobe University website Applicants with Higher Education study Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations. VTAC Personal Statement Applicants can complete and submit a Personal Statement if they wish other information to be considered during the selection process. This may include information such as work experience or reason for applying. Applicants may wish to provide other documentation in support of their application. Work Recognition Applicants seeking consideration via Work Recognition must complete all requirements listed on the La Trobe University Work Recognition webpage and submit a VTAC Personal Statement, including relevant work experience and reasons for applying for this course. Interview Applicants may be required to attend an interview. Details will be provided by telephone or mail to applicants required to attend. Regional Adjustment Applicants whose residential address is classified as RA2 or higher using the Australian Statistical Geographic Standard - Remoteness Area (ASGS-RA) (2021) qualify for a regional adjustment. For more information, refer to the La Trobe University's Rural and Regional Student Access Scheme (RRSAS) . SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for equity schemes. Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, an equity schemes application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to La Trobe University Equity schemes information and the La Trobe University website Applicants with VET study Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations. VTAC Personal Statement Applicants can complete and submit a Personal Statement if they wish other information to be considered during the selection process. This may include information such as work experience or reason for applying. Applicants may wish to provide other documentation in support of their application. Work Recognition Applicants seeking consideration via Work Recognition must complete all requirements listed on the La Trobe University Work Recognition webpage and submit a VTAC Personal Statement, including relevant work experience and reasons for applying for this course. Interview Applicants may be required to attend an interview. Details will be provided by telephone or mail to applicants required to attend. Regional Adjustment Applicants whose residential address is classified as RA2 or higher using the Australian Statistical Geographic Standard - Remoteness Area (ASGS-RA) (2021) qualify for a regional adjustment. For more information, refer to the La Trobe University's Rural and Regional Student Access Scheme (RRSAS) . SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for equity schemes. Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, an equity schemes application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to La Trobe University Equity schemes information and the La Trobe University website Applicants with work and life experience Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations. VTAC Personal Statement Applicants can complete and submit a Personal Statement if they wish other information to be considered during the selection process. This may include information such as work experience or reason for applying. Applicants may wish to provide other documentation in support of their application. Work Recognition Applicants seeking consideration via Work Recognition must complete all requirements listed on the La Trobe University Work Recognition webpage and submit a VTAC Personal Statement, including relevant work experience and reasons for applying for this course. Interview Applicants may be required to attend an interview. Details will be provided by telephone or mail to applicants required to attend. Regional Adjustment Applicants whose residential address is classified as RA2 or higher using the Australian Statistical Geographic Standard - Remoteness Area (ASGS-RA) (2021) qualify for a regional adjustment. For more information, refer to the La Trobe University's Rural and Regional Student Access Scheme (RRSAS) . SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for equity schemes. Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, an equity schemes application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to La Trobe University Equity schemes information and the La Trobe University website | Current Year 12 graduates Physical Capacity Test Students are required to complete a Fitness Assessment and Medical Test (Physical Capacity Test). This is conducted by an external company who has been appointed by Ambulance Victoria. Working with children check Applicants will be required to hold a valid Working with Children (WWC) Check for the relevant state prior to undertaking professional placements as part of this course. For more information see: Working with Children in Victoria Police record check Applicants will be required to hold a valid National Police Record Check for professional placements as part of this course. For more information see: Victoria Police national police record checks Immunisations Prior to commencing a placement, students are required to meet all of the requirements of the degree in relation to immunisation and testing for blood borne viruses. Students must visit a medical practitioner who will complete and sign the Immunisation and Health Record form. Further information will be provided post enrolment. First Aid/CPR First Aid and/or CPR certification is required to meet the professional requirements of the degree. Further information will be provided post enrolment. Inherent requirements Core Participation Requirements are abilities, attributes and behaviours that are required to undertake learning activities and professional experience in your course. Core Participation Requirements are also referred to as Inherent Requirements by other institutions. La Trobe University wants you to understand the Core Participation Requirements of your course so you can: - determine if you may need support during your studies
and - make an informed decision about whether the course is suitable for you The Core Participation Requirements for the Bachelor of Paramedic Practice with Honours are listed on the La Trobe course page. These requirements are provided for your information and are not entry requirements. Recent Year 12 graduates Physical Capacity Test Students are required to complete a Fitness Assessment and Medical Test (Physical Capacity Test). This is conducted by an external company who has been appointed by Ambulance Victoria. Working with children check Applicants will be required to hold a valid Working with Children (WWC) Check for the relevant state prior to undertaking professional placements as part of this course. For more information see: Working with Children in Victoria Police record check Applicants will be required to hold a valid National Police Record Check for professional placements as part of this course. For more information see: Victoria Police national police record checks Immunisations Prior to commencing a placement, students are required to meet all of the requirements of the degree in relation to immunisation and testing for blood borne viruses. Students must visit a medical practitioner who will complete and sign the Immunisation and Health Record form. Further information will be provided post enrolment. First Aid/CPR First Aid and/or CPR certification is required to meet the professional requirements of the degree. Further information will be provided post enrolment. Inherent requirements Core Participation Requirements are abilities, attributes and behaviours that are required to undertake learning activities and professional experience in your course. Core Participation Requirements are also referred to as Inherent Requirements by other institutions. La Trobe University wants you to understand the Core Participation Requirements of your course so you can: - determine if you may need support during your studies
and - make an informed decision about whether the course is suitable for you The Core Participation Requirements for the Bachelor of Paramedic Practice with Honours are listed on the La Trobe course page. These requirements are provided for your information and are not entry requirements. Applicants with Higher Education study Physical Capacity Test Students are required to complete a Fitness Assessment and Medical Test (Physical Capacity Test). This is conducted by an external company who has been appointed by Ambulance Victoria. Working with children check Applicants will be required to hold a valid Working with Children (WWC) Check for the relevant state prior to undertaking professional placements as part of this course. For more information see: Working with Children in Victoria Police record check Applicants will be required to hold a valid National Police Record Check for professional placements as part of this course. For more information see: Victoria Police national police record checks Immunisations Prior to commencing a placement, students are required to meet all of the requirements of the degree in relation to immunisation and testing for blood borne viruses. Students must visit a medical practitioner who will complete and sign the Immunisation and Health Record form. Further information will be provided post enrolment. First Aid/CPR First Aid and/or CPR certification is required to meet the professional requirements of the degree. Further information will be provided post enrolment. Inherent requirements Core Participation Requirements are abilities, attributes and behaviours that are required to undertake learning activities and professional experience in your course. Core Participation Requirements are also referred to as Inherent Requirements by other institutions. La Trobe University wants you to understand the Core Participation Requirements of your course so you can: - determine if you may need support during your studies
and - make an informed decision about whether the course is suitable for you The Core Participation Requirements for the Bachelor of Paramedic Practice with Honours are listed on the La Trobe course page. These requirements are provided for your information and are not entry requirements. Applicants with VET study Physical Capacity Test Students are required to complete a Fitness Assessment and Medical Test (Physical Capacity Test). This is conducted by an external company who has been appointed by Ambulance Victoria. Working with children check Applicants will be required to hold a valid Working with Children (WWC) Check for the relevant state prior to undertaking professional placements as part of this course. For more information see: Working with Children in Victoria Police record check Applicants will be required to hold a valid National Police Record Check for professional placements as part of this course. For more information see: Victoria Police national police record checks Immunisations Prior to commencing a placement, students are required to meet all of the requirements of the degree in relation to immunisation and testing for blood borne viruses. Students must visit a medical practitioner who will complete and sign the Immunisation and Health Record form. Further information will be provided post enrolment. First Aid/CPR First Aid and/or CPR certification is required to meet the professional requirements of the degree. Further information will be provided post enrolment. Inherent requirements Core Participation Requirements are abilities, attributes and behaviours that are required to undertake learning activities and professional experience in your course. Core Participation Requirements are also referred to as Inherent Requirements by other institutions. La Trobe University wants you to understand the Core Participation Requirements of your course so you can: - determine if you may need support during your studies
and - make an informed decision about whether the course is suitable for you The Core Participation Requirements for the Bachelor of Paramedic Practice with Honours are listed on the La Trobe course page. These requirements are provided for your information and are not entry requirements. Applicants with work and life experience Physical Capacity Test Students are required to complete a Fitness Assessment and Medical Test (Physical Capacity Test). This is conducted by an external company who has been appointed by Ambulance Victoria. Working with children check Applicants will be required to hold a valid Working with Children (WWC) Check for the relevant state prior to undertaking professional placements as part of this course. For more information see: Working with Children in Victoria Police record check Applicants will be required to hold a valid National Police Record Check for professional placements as part of this course. For more information see: Victoria Police national police record checks Immunisations Prior to commencing a placement, students are required to meet all of the requirements of the degree in relation to immunisation and testing for blood borne viruses. Students must visit a medical practitioner who will complete and sign the Immunisation and Health Record form. Further information will be provided post enrolment. First Aid/CPR First Aid and/or CPR certification is required to meet the professional requirements of the degree. Further information will be provided post enrolment. Inherent requirements Core Participation Requirements are abilities, attributes and behaviours that are required to undertake learning activities and professional experience in your course. Core Participation Requirements are also referred to as Inherent Requirements by other institutions. La Trobe University wants you to understand the Core Participation Requirements of your course so you can: - determine if you may need support during your studies
and - make an informed decision about whether the course is suitable for you The Core Participation Requirements for the Bachelor of Paramedic Practice with Honours are listed on the La Trobe course page. These requirements are provided for your information and are not entry requirements. | Year 12 prerequisites Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 30 in English as an Additional Language or at least 25 in English other than EAL. Non-Year 12 prerequisites Subject proficiency: Demonstrated proficiency equivalent to stated Year 12 prerequisites.

Assessment Methods

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Campus & City Life

Student Population: 37,480; Total students
Staff Ratio: 18:1; Students per staff
International Students: 24%; Of student body

Campus at a Glance

City Size: Major metropolitan (>1m inhabitants)
Climate (indicative): Four seasons
Safety Index (indicative): 7.8/10
Transport: Good (close to station or regional airport)
Social Scene: Friendly community

Student Life & City (indicative)

Online 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

Total Students37,480

Student-to-Staff Ratio18:1

International Students24%

Safety Index (indicative)7.8/10

Career & Outcomes

Graduate Employment: 72%; Employed after graduation
Placement Year: Available; Industry work experience

Career Outcomes Overview (indicative)