Bachelor of Health Science / Bachelor of Media and Communication

with majors in Nutrition and Cinema and Screen Studies – Blended learning – on-campus and digital learning

BB-HSCMCMN Double degree Hawthorn Send me a link to this course

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Selected major: Nutrition

Explore the fields of nutritional and food science in relation to contemporary issues in health science. You will gain an understanding of food sources, metabolic functions of carbohydrates, proteins, vitamins and minerals along with the biological, psychological, cultural and social determinants of food choices in order to understand the role of nutrition in health across the life span.

Students who successfully complete this major maybe eligible for membership of the Nutrition Society of Australia.

Selected major: Cinema and Screen Studies

Explore moving-image traditions and theories. Develop screen-specific research and writing skills, and become prepared for roles in media organisations and across a range of creative industries.

 

The Bachelor of Health Science / Bachelor of Media and Communication prepares students for a career in the media, communications and multimedia industries with a focus on promoting health and wellbeing.

Access laboratories and testing facilities equipped with the latest technology – Swinburne is the only university in Australia with MRI and MEG labs on campus.

Explore Australian and international health challenges. Examine the physical, psychological and social aspects of health in a variety of settings.

Gain knowledge about how the media is evolving through an examination of issues such as ownership, control of the media and the impact of new media technologies on society. Develop professional communication skills.

Learn about contemporary issues in health science, such as biomedical testing or health communication, and how to address them. Apply your learning in a professionally focused, multidisciplinary project during your final year of study.

Start dates

Hawthorn campus

  • Semester 1 - 26 February 2018
  • Semester 2 - 30 July 2018

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Duration

4 years full-time or equivalent part-time

Full-time, Part-time

VTAC codes

  • 3400211051 (CSP)
  • 3400211053 (IFP)