Prepares students to be able to make a positive contribution to enhancing the health of communities. Health science is the study of the physical, psychological, social, and environmental dimensions of health. Students graduate with practical and theoretical knowledge and skills in communication, teamwork, critical thinking, innovation, and cross-cultural and international awareness. They are highly sought after and can choose a range of interesting and dynamic career pathways. Students can choose to undertake two eight-unit majors, or a major and minor, in these disciplines: Addiction Studies, Environmental Management, Health Promotion, Nutrition, Occupational Safety and Health. Alternatively, students can undertake one 16-unit major in Nutrition Bioscience or Environmental Health. A minor in Youth Work is also available. Course structure Students are required to complete a Core unit set. This will be supported by a supplementary program comprising of: two 8-unit Majors; or an 8-unit Major, plus a 6-unit Minor and 2 Elective units; or a 16-unit specialised Major. Note: Majors and Minors are selected from the Bachelor of Health Science. Alternate options require approval of the Course Coordinator. Occupational Safety and Health Major Provides students with an introduction to this profession and equips them with the knowledge and skills to function effectively in the health and safety industry. Students undertaking this major as part of the Bachelor of Health Science should select a second major in Environmental Management, Health Promotion, Addiction Studies or Nutrition. Learning Outcomes Apply discipline knowledge to a range of theoretical and practical occupational health and Safety (OHS)/ workplace health and safety (WHS) situations. Communicate disciplinary knowledge and values in professional and public contexts. Demonstrate autonomy, accountability and judgement for own learning and professional practice. Think creatively to anticipate challenges and generate OHS/WHS specific solutions/responses. Think critically to analyze, interpret and conceptualize complex OHS/WHS problems. Use digital technologies and literacies to access, evaluate and synthesize relevant information from multiple sources. Employment Opportunities This major is aimed at those who wish to work as OSH practitioners in a range of industries such as the manufacturing, mining or resources. Possible future job titles Occupational Safety and Health Manager, Occupational Hygiene Technician, Workers Compensation Administrator, Rehabilitation Officer, Risk Manager, Community Health Officer. Other Majors you can study in this course: Addiction Studies Environmental Health Environmental Management Health Promotion Nutrition Nutrition Bioscience