Do you aspire to become a leader in your field? CSU's Doctor of Health Science is designed to provide academic and professional development for those working in the health or allied health professions. CSU's highly flexible health science doctorate is your chance to contribute to the sum of knowledge in your discipline. You will conduct original research with practical applications to your profession. Course highlights CSU's Doctor of Health Science provides an avenue for advanced research and the extension of your knowledge and professional practice. The degree is suitable for those working in allied health, community health, complementary medicine, dentistry, medical radiation science, medical science, medicine, nursing or pharmaceutical science. Enhance your professional practice Your doctorate will consist of coursework and research training relevant to your current clinical or professional practice. Under academic supervision, you will develop a research question or topic for investigation, conduct an intensive literature review and critique and reflect on your professional practice. You will then undertake a research project and present the outcomes in a portfolio and exegesis, which may also include peer-reviewed reports or publications. Receive expert guidance Whether you are studying online or on campus, you will receive supervision and support from academic staff with expertise and research experience in your discipline. You will join a dynamic research community and have access to a range of valuable learning experiences. Career opportunities As a specialist in your discipline, you could work in policy or research roles or take up leadership or management positions in your practice area, in Australia or overseas. Successful completion of your Doctor of Health Science heralds your admission into a community of scholars and can pave the way for a rewarding academic career.