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Help people around the world lead happier, healthier lives. Graduate ready to launch a rewarding career in health or advance your skills to take on a leadership role.
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Find a health degree
Make a genuine difference to people’s quality of life by pursuing a career in health. Gain specialised skills in your chosen discipline and prepare for a range of job opportunities across the hospital, private practice, corporate and government sectors.
Looking for a health degree that will prepare you for the workplace?
Our health courses are developed in consultation with industry and designed to ensure you gain the skills employers want.
Maximise your employability
Deakin’s health courses emphasise employability. Gain extensive workplace experience in both undergraduate and postgraduate degrees including placements, internships and collaborative research. Graduate with the knowledge and problem‑solving skills to make a real difference to the health of society and help combat public health issues like obesity, heart disease and chronic illness.
Gain real-world experience
As an undergraduate student, you will build valuable skills and practical experience under the supervision of qualified professionals, preparing you for your future career. For postgraduate health students these real-world experiences offer you a chance to deepen your existing expertise and expand your professional network. Many of our courses also focus on rural and regional areas, helping to address the significant health workforce shortage in these communities.
Industry partnerships
Our health industry and teaching partners provide guidance during your placements and share their expert knowledge in the classroom as guest lecturers. Graduate with the industry connections needed to launch your career with confidence.
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Study at Deakin and be rewarded with new skills that will give you an edge in the job market.
Start your undergraduate journey with Deakin College
Take the first step towards your dream degree at Deakin College. Based on campus, Deakin College provides a supportive and smooth pathway to a world-class degree at Deakin University. Successfully complete the Diploma of Health Sciences and transition directly into a second-year bachelor degree.
Advance your career
Deakin’s postgraduate health courses emphasise employability. Gain extensive workplace experience including placements, internships and collaborative research. Graduate with the skills needed to manage a clinic or hospital, lead projects promoting mental health, or even shape policy at a government level.
Why public health matters with Mallika
Travelling all the way from India, Mallika took a bold step towards achieving her dreams by studying a Master of Public Health at Deakin University; ranked #6 in Australia for Public Health.* She’s now gaining the knowledge and practical experiences to drive positive change across communities and health systems on a global scale.
The world of optometry through Mougadam’s eyes
Mougadam’s passion to pursue optometry was influenced by his chemistry teacher and the desire to make a difference in people’s lives. Deakin University’s accelerated 3.5 year Bachelor of Vision Science/Master of Optometry, offers a hands-on approach that ensures Mougie will graduate career-ready and qualified to work anywhere in Australia and New Zealand.
Professional recognition
Studying a health course at Deakin can lead to professional recognition and accreditation. Depending on your course or major you may be eligible for registration with Australian and global bodies, including:
- International Union for Health Promotion and Education
- Nutrition Society of Australia
- Hong Kong Nutrition Association
- UK Association for Nutrition
- Occupational Therapy Council of Australia
- World Federation of Occupational Therapists
- Exercise and Sports Science Australia.
Deakin University's Global Health Leaders Scholarship
The Deakin Global Health Leaders Scholarship is designed to help future health leaders achieve their potential. Choose to study an eligible postgraduate health degree at Deakin and you could receive this 20% tuition scholarship.
How to apply: international students
Deakin University students Tatyana and Kaweesha talk through the application process at Deakin. Learn about meeting entry requirements, organising your documents and submitting your application – either directly or through a Deakin agent.
Top professional roles in health
As a Deakin health graduate you will gain the skills and knowledge needed to become a leader in this growing sector to prepare yourself for a successful career. Over half a million new jobs across healthcare and social assistance are projected by 2034, including^
- 211,400 new jobs for health professionals.
- 30,100 new jobs for health diagnostic and promotion professionals.
- 82,600 new jobs for registered nurses.
- 41,500 new jobs for medical practitioners.
Transform your future with a scholarship
If you are dreaming of a rewarding career in health, we will help get you there with a scholarship. Our Faculty of Health is offering a 20% scholarship to eligible international students who enrol in one of our postgraduate health courses.
Exceptional teaching experiences
Immerse yourself in world-leading research and access state-of-the-art facilities to graduate highly skilled and work-ready. You will be inspired by our cutting-edge public health and health services research which is ranked well above world standard.
Access cutting-edge research
Research at Deakin is making a difference across the health industry. The insights our researchers gather feeds back into all courses, ensuring content is fresh, authentic and relevant to the needs of the sector.
State-of-the-art facilities
Enjoy world-class facilities like our state-of-the-art food analysis and sensory labs, occupational therapy simulated spaces featuring SMART technology and our Specialised Indoor Exercise and Sport Science building.
A multidisciplinary approach
At Deakin, you will study with students from a range of health disciplines, building the skills needed for real-world collaboration. Throughout your degree, you will be exposed to complementary health streams and develop a strong understanding of the expertise and roles of different health professionals you will work alongside in your future career. As a postgraduate student, you can also connect with others and access extra support at the Qualitative Café – our dedicated drop-in study and social space.
Why study in Australia?
Safe, welcoming and diverse, Australia is one of the most popular destinations for students around the world. Discover what it’s like to live and study in Melbourne and regional Victoria.
#1 university in Melbourne for student support
Coming to Australia to study can be the adventure of a lifetime. From orientation and welcome sessions to academic support and social activities, we are here to support you every step of the way.
Cost of studying in Australia
Make your dream of studying at university in Australia a reality. Learn how university fees work, how to calculate and pay your fees and discover international scholarship opportunities.
Personal support and mentorship
Enjoy a smooth transition with the Health Peer Mentoring Program. Get matched with a mentor from a similar degree to help you settle into studying in Australia.
The best part of the program is clinical placement. Since my first year, we have been taking part in a series of supervised placements in a range of practices. This is a great opportunity to put theoretical knowledge into practice.
Bachelor of Occupational Therapy
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*ABS, Labour Force Survey, Detailed, February 2023, seasonally adjusted.
^ 2024 Employment Projections - for the ten years to 2034, Jobs and Skills Australia
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