Faculty of Health Sciences

Bachelor of Health Science in Complementary Medicine

Bachelor 4 years Full-time APS 28+
28
Minimum APS Score
Programme Overview
Qualification
Bachelor
Duration
4 Years
Campus
DFC
Language
English
Study Mode
Full-time
About This Programme

Prepares graduates as acupuncturists, health and wellness industry professionals, patient-services co-ordinators, multidisciplinary practice assistants, retail and pharmacy assistants, and health and lifestyle journalists. Successful graduates are required to complete the Master of Health Sciences in Complementary Medicine to comply with minimum registration requirements of AHPCSA.

Admission Requirements
Minimum APS score of 28

Required Subjects NSC levels

  • English 5 60–69%
  • Mathematics 4 50–59%
One of the following
  • Physical Science 4 50–59%
  • Life Science 4 50–59%

Additional Requirements

  • Mathematics Literacy not accepted
  • Technical Mathematics not accepted
  • Technical Science not accepted
  • Applicants must complete an application form, visit the on-campus Complementary Medicine Clinic and provide a letter of recommendation from a practitioner (Homeopath, acupuncturist or phytotherapist)
  • Successful graduates required to complete Master of Health Sciences in Complementary Medicine for AHPCSA registration for Homeopathy or Phytotherapy
English 5 (60%+), Mathematics 4 (50%+), Physical Science 4 (50%+) OR Life Science 4 (50%+). Mathematics Literacy, Technical Mathematics and Technical Science not accepted. Selection process includes application, clinic visit and letter of recommendation from a practitioner.
Career Opportunities
Acupuncturist Health and wellness industry professional Patient-services co-ordinator Retail and pharmacy assistant Health and lifestyle journalist
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