Bachelor of Health Science in Communication and Media Griffith University - Gold Coast Campus, Australia

Health Science provides an understanding of the human body and the science underpinning being a health practitioner. This degree provides a high level of flexibility with a range of majors leading to many rewarding career paths. With five-star ratings from The Good Universities Guide (2024) for overall experience, engagement, skills development, student support and teaching quality, you'll be equipped to take advantage of a growing job market or further health specialisation.

Highlights of studying Health Science

• Take advantage of our connections for practical experience.
• Build your skills through our interprofessional approach, working alongside students from the full range of health fields. This collaborative learning experience will equip you with the knowledge and expertise to thrive in the kind of multidisciplinary teams you may work in after you graduate.
• Learn in state-of-the-art facilities, with immersive simulated teaching environments, virtual reality technology and clinical labs. We've invested in world-class research, facilities and some of Australia's most highly awarded academics. When you choose to study health science at Griffith, you're joining a forward-thinking, future-ready university that shares your passion for making a difference that matters.
• In your first year, you'll explore health issues to build a solid foundation in human biology, including anatomy, physiology, chemistry, cell biology, and genetics.
• In years two and three, you'll refine your skills in analysis, evaluation, and communication. Your choice of major and electives will allow you to tailor your studies to your interests.

Major: Communication and Media

In the Communication and Media major you will gain specific expertise in strategic communication to develop and deliver health information and campaigns. Alongside journalism and media training, you will explore ethical communication, health and science communication and crisis and disaster management. You will gain a sophisticated understanding of the contemporary media landscape (including legacy, online and social media) and its essential role in 21st century public health practise. The skills developed in this major build upon the strong foundational health knowledge, and core courses in second and third year, providing complementary expertise in health, and science communication.