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
This course has been discontinued - this course is closed for new enrolments, the information on this page is provided for continuing students.
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.
Majors for Bachelor of Health Science:
Biomedical and Clinical TechnologiesBiomedical Science Health Across The LifespanHealth CommunicationNutritionPsychology and Forensic SciencePsychology and PsychophysiologyMajors for Bachelor of Media and Communication:
AdvertisingCinema and Screen Studies Creative Writing and LiteratureDigital Advertising TechnologyGames and InteractivityJournalismMedia IndustriesProfessional Writing and EditingSocial MediaThe 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
Duration
4 years full-time or equivalent part-time
Full-time, Part-time
VTAC codes
- 3400211051 (CSP)
- 3400211053 (IFP)
Course details
- Course structure and work integrated learning.
Course structure
Successful completion of the Bachelor of Health Science / Bachelor of Media and Communication [available 2018 only] requires students to complete units of study to the value of 400-425 credit points. All units of study are valued at 12.5 credit points unless otherwise stated.
View course rules and special requirements
| Units | Unit codes | Credit points |
|---|---|---|
| Anatomy and Physiology | BIO10004 | 12.5 |
| Introduction to Health Sciences | HEA10001 | 12.5 |
| Psychology 100 | PSY10003 | 12.5 |
| Foundations of Statistics | STA10003 | 12.5 |
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| Units | Unit codes | Credit points |
|---|---|---|
| Professional Communication Practice | COM10007 | 12.5 |
| Media Content Creation | JOU10007 | 12.5 |
| Introduction to Media Studies | MDA10001 | 12.5 |
| Global Media Industries | MDA10008 | 12.5 |
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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.
| Units | Unit codes | Credit points |
|---|---|---|
| Either Chemistry 1 - Requires VCE Chemistry | CHE10001 | 12.5 |
| or Introductory Chemistry | CHE10004 | 12.5 |
| Introduction to Nutrition | NTR10001 | 12.5 |
| Nutrition Science | NTR20001 | 12.5 |
| Nutrition in the Lifecourse * | NTR20002 | 12.5 |
| Physiology in Medical and Health Science | NTR20003 | 12.5 |
| Health Sciences Research Project * | HEA30001 | 12.5 |
| Nutrition for Health Priorities * | NTR30001 | 12.5 |
| Public Health Nutrition * | NTR30004 | 12.5 |
*Outcome unit – completion demonstrates the attainment of course learning outcomes
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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.
| Units | Unit codes | Credit points |
|---|---|---|
| Genre and the Moving Image | FTV10006 | 12.5 |
| Screen Studies: Movies, Television and Ourselves | MDA10003 | 12.5 |
| The Australian Screen | FTV20005 | 12.5 |
| Screen Franchising and Innovation | MDA20007 | 12.5 |
| Popular Culture of Asia | MDA20018 | 12.5 |
| Breaking Screen * | FTV30001 | 12.5 |
| Hollywood Cinema * | FTV30005 | 12.5 |
| Global Screen Studies: Beyond Hollywood * | MDA30011 | 12.5 |
*Outcome unit – completion demonstrates the attainment of course learning outcomes
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Other studies
0 - 8 units (0 - 100 credit points)
Choose from a combination of the following course components to complete 0 - 100 credit points of other study. Students may also select elective units (12.5 credit points each).
Work Integrated Learning
Swinburne's Work Integrated Learning program provides additional opportunities for you to gain valuable skills and real industry experience in the form of placements, internships or study tours - all while earning credit towards your degree.
Choose a Work Integrated Learning option:
You'll get paid to work in an area related to your field of study for 12 months, where you'll combine hands-on learning with academic submissions, workplace reflection and feedback from your host organisation. Most students undertake their placements in the third year of their degree, so you’ll want to map out your electives as soon as you can and register for a placement at least 6 months before your preferred start date.
The Professional Placement co-major has four 25 credit point units.
Professional Placement in Health
| Units | Unit codes | Credit points |
|---|---|---|
| Work Experience in Industry A | WEI20001 | 25 |
| Integrated Professional Placement A - Health | HEA20003 | 25 |
| Work Experience in Industry B | WEI20002 | 25 |
| Integrated Professional Placement B - Health | HEA20004 | 25 |
Professional Placement in Media and Communication
| Units | Unit codes | Credit points |
|---|---|---|
| Work Experience in Industry A | WEI20001 | 25 |
| Integrated Professional Placement A - Media and Communication | MDA20016 | 25 |
| Work Experience in Industry B | WEI20002 | 25 |
| Integrated Professional Placement B - Media and Communication | MDA20017 | 25 |
You'll get paid to work in an area related to your field of study for 6 months, where you'll combine hands-on learning with academic submissions, workplace reflection and feedback from your host organisation. Most students undertake their placements in the third year of their degree, so you’ll want to map out your electives as soon as you can and register for a placement at least 6 months before your preferred start date.
The Professional Placement minor has two 25 credit point units.
Professional Placement in Health
| Units | Unit codes | Credit points |
|---|---|---|
| Work Experience in Industry A | WEI20001 | 25 |
| Integrated Professional Placement A - Health | HEA20003 | 25 |
Professional Placement in Media and Communication
| Units | Unit codes | Credit points |
|---|---|---|
| Work Experience in Industry A | WEI20001 | 25 |
| Integrated Professional Placement A - Media and Communication | MDA20016 | 25 |
A Professional Internship is all about gaining valuable real-world skills in your area of study all while earning credit points towards your degree. Plus, it looks great on your CV as it shows you’ve had real industry experience before you’ve even graduated!
You might choose to complete your internship part-time over a semester or in a more intensive block during Summer or Winter terms.
Travel overseas, discover other cultures, enrich your professional experience and enhance your CV all while gaining credit towards your course.
- Full-time study: 100 credit points/eight standard units of study per year
- Part-time study: 50 credit points/four standard units of study per year
- One credit point is equivalent to one hour of study per week per semester (including contact hours and private study)
- See the course planner for an example degree structure
Course learning outcomes
Upon successful completion of the Bachelor of Health Science, graduates will be able to:
- apply health sciences concepts, practices, theories and evidence across a range of health-related issues
- retrieve, critically evaluate and communicate information about local and global health sciences issues from a variety of perspectives
- find and integrate information from a variety of sources using a range of technologies
- apply knowledge and skills associated with health sciences to a range of health-related activities, working independently and in teams
- apply innovation and technology to extend the boundaries of knowledge and research in health sciences
- demonstrate professional and ethical behaviours
- reflect on current skills, knowledge and attitudes, and plan ongoing personal and professional development
- promote and optimise the health and welfare of individuals and/or populations.
Upon successful completion of the Bachelor of Media and Communication, graduates will be able to:
- demonstrate knowledge, conceptual understanding, technical skills and expertise in the broad field of media and communication
- formulate arguments that draw on and critique the differences between relevant theories and evidence as they pertain to the field of media and communication
- exercise initiative and judgment in planning, problem-solving and decision-making in professional practice and/or scholarship, individually and in collaboration with others
- demonstrate critical analysis, creativity and problem-solving in relation to a range of media and communication activities and processes
- recognise and reflect on social, cultural, legal and ethical issues relating to media and communication industries in local and international contexts
- apply a broad understanding of an audience through interpreting and communicating ideas, problems and arguments in a range of media and communication contexts and formats, using the English language
- reflect critically on their performance and/or scholarship and use this to improve their own creative and productive outcomes
- apply research methodology relevant to the field of media and communication.
Fees
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Scholarships
At Swinburne scholarships are about providing opportunity, promoting equity and recognising excellence and achievement. Scholarships are available for both commencing and current students.
How to enter this course
- Entry requirements, credit transfer and recognition of prior learning.
How to apply
View the Course Admission Information, which includes the ATAR and Student profiles for this course. Swinburne’s general admissions information is also available here.