Medical and health scientists play an important role working alongside other health professionals within the medical research and clinical health fields in both private industry and hospital settings. Using the scientific bases of human structure, function and health, medical and health scientists are involved in the development of therapies, treatments and health services. The Bachelor of Medical & Health Sciences is a flexible, rigorous program designed specifically for students who wish to study the scientific basis of human structure, function and health. The qualification provides you with a basis for a wide range of careers or further study in the medical and health sciences, including higher degree research and postgraduate studies in medicine and the allied health professions. As the degree progresses, you will have increasing opportunities to customise your program of study to include a wide range of biomedical and behavioural subjects related to the human body and health. This degree will ensure you are ready for a career as a research scientist, medical scientist, laboratory manager, technical writer or pharmaceutical scientist. Course Learning Outcomes Students graduating from the Bachelor of Medical and Health Sciences will be able to: Critically review, analyse and synthesise information; Explain principles and concepts of science that underpin medical science and apply to human health. Understand how scientific knowledge and skills in the area of medical science and health can be applied in professional practice and/or scholarship. Apply specific knowledge and skills in a number of specialised areas within medical and health sciences that can include anatomy, chemistry/biochemistry, histology, neuroscience, physiology, pathology and medical research. Exercise critical thinking and independent problem solving. Communicate clearly and coherently knowledge and ideas to others. Career opportunities Biomedical Researcher Community or Registered Nurse Counsellor Dietitian Doctor Exercise Scientist/Physiologist General Practitioner Health Administrator Health Promotion Officer Health Worker Industry Health Worker Laboratory Technician Nutritionist Sports Administrator Psychologist Rehabilitation Specialist Sports Rehabilitator Sports Scientist Scientific Researcher Allied Health Professional.