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Learn how to tackle the threats facing our environment through this three-year course. You'll study a range of disciplines including zoology, genetics, and botany, and focus on issues like extinction, environmental degradation, climate change. You'll also take subjects in environmental law, remote sensing and GIS, and have the opportunity to study global environmental politics and international climate change economics and policy. You can attend monthly seminars hosted by conservation experts. Our Melbourne Campus includes the La Trobe Wildlife Sanctuary, which is made up of over 30 hectares of bushland. Here, you'll undertake research projects such as studying the behaviour of bat species and mosquitofish, and exploring and preserving the natural habitats of species like the long-nosed potoroo, brolga, black wallaby and sugar glider. You will have a chance to interact with various flora and fauna, giving your studies perspective and gaining some insight into what to expect in your chosen field with off campus field trips to places like Wilson's Promontory, Mt Arapiles, Falls Creek, Buchan Caves, Heron Island and the Mallee. The qualification awarded on graduation is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) as Level 7.

As a nurse, you'll have a career for life. La Trobe’s Bachelor of Nursing helps you transition seamlessly from university to a career in nursing. You’ll gain the knowledge and practical skills you need to succeed as a valued healthcare professional. You’ll study long-term chronic illness care, Indigenous health, biosciences, emergency healthcare and mental health care. In first year, your hands-on experience begins at our on-campus clinical learning units. In all three years, you’ll practice in real-world hospital and healthcare settings. As a La Trobe nursing student, you’ll learn how to care for people of all ages and make ethical, clinical decisions with a compassionate and caring approach. You’ll also develop important professional skills such as time management, team leadership and caseload management. Our supportive and experienced teaching staff operate an open-door policy to make sure you get the most out of your study. La Trobe’s School of Nursing is Australia’s oldest and enjoys a reputation for excellence. Reasons to study nursing at La Trobe: We’re ranked in the top 100 worldwide for nursing subjects.* Our nursing research is ranked ‘well-above world standard’.** International clinical opportunities include full semester experiences in Sweden, Denmark, Scotland and Canada; and short term programs in Nepal, Singapore and Cambodia. You can study nursing at our metropolitan and any of our regional campuses. Melbourne students can undertake placements in leading Victorian hospitals including The Alfred, The Austin, Royal Melbourne and The Northern. Regional students undertake clinical placements at a selection of our 100+ industry partners including Albury Wodonga Health, Bendigo Health, Goulburn Valley Health and Mildura Base Hospital. Regional students have the opportunity to apply for specialist placements such as remote health in the Northern Territory or paediatric nursing at the Royal Children’s Hospital. *QS rankings by subject 2018 **Excellence in Research Australia, 2015 The qualification awarded on graduation is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) as Level 7.

Get ready to start your career in science. La Trobe's Bachelor of Science gives you the skills and knowledge to contribute to some of today's biggest challenges, like protecting endangered animals, developing new ways to treat disease or finding ways to make technology more efficient. Studying science at La Trobe opens up a world of opportunities. Choose from more than 14 majors with the option to take a double major. See the full list below. The qualification awarded on graduation is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) as Level 7.

Business is calling. Will you answer? As digital disruption continues to radically reshape the global business landscape, we need new leaders who understand the wealth of opportunities now available. Our Bachelor of Business will prepare you to enter the workforce equipped with both the confidence and practical skills you'll need to succeed. You'll establish important foundations in project management, marketing, accounting, data analysis and entrepreneurship. And you'll improve your adaptability, resilience and communication skills—all highly valued by employers. Choose from a wide range of specialisations—with more than 10 major and double degree options—and learn from industry experts and experienced researchers. Gain real-world experience through our work placement programs at organisations like Victoria Police and the Australian Taxation Office. Depending on your subject choices, you may graduate eligible for registration with the Australian Marketing Institute (AMI), CPA Australia, Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CAANZ) or the Australian Human Resources Institute (AHRI). You'll learn: Management and leadership Understand how to lead, collaborate and connect with your business peers. Entrepreneurship Learn the fundamentals of creative innovation and get a competitive edge in the modern business environment. Marketing and finance Gain the marketing and financial knowledge that's central to any career in business, whether you go into small business, large enterprises, not-for-profits or your own start-up. Digital literacy Learn to use a wide range of digital tools and become a more efficient and effective business professional. Sustainability Learn about environmental, corporate and governance responsibility and develop sustainable solutions that prioritise individual and societal wellbeing. The qualification awarded on graduation is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) as Level 7.

Make a difference by helping others thrive. Life in today's world brings harsh challenges. Poverty, addiction, mental illness, domestic violence and personal crisis can severely impact a person's ability to feel safe, find a stable home and pursue opportunities. As a social worker, you'll provide support and assistance to people and families in need. La Trobe's Bachelor of Social Work (Honours) gives you the clinical knowledge and hands-on skills to launch your career. You'll learn from world-renowned academics about promoting human rights and the importance of social justice. Our diverse range of subjects provide foundations in both psychology and sociology. Two 14-week placements enable you to put your knowledge and skills into practice and gain professional experience within leading health and welfare organisations in Victoria. You'll learn: Sociology and society Discover the cultural changes that shaped Australian society and how individuals connect with each other. Foundations of psychological science Gain the clinical knowledge and skills used to examine human behaviour and treat mental illness. Human services Explore the values, ethics and practice of social work and human services. Social work and inequality Study the issues of inequality and their impact on people's wellbeing. The qualification awarded on graduation is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) as Level 8.

Help others find their voice. Our ability to communicate clearly and enjoy food or drink are things we can take for granted. But people of all ages can experience difficulties with these seemingly simple tasks, and the effects can be devastating. Speech pathologists don't just help correct these issues, they improve quality of life. Launch your career in this rewarding field of health with La Trobe's Bachelor of Speech Pathology (Honours). You'll develop an understanding of the anatomy behind speech and swallowing impairments and provide therapeutic treatment and management options. Build hands-on skills with approximately 1,000 hours of placement on-campus and in clinics across Victoria. You'll also learn how to improve speech pathology services and policies by tackling a fourth-year industry project or research thesis. You'll learn: Therapeutic intervention and management Design and manage the best course of treatment for patients with communication and swallowing impairments. Anatomy and neurophysiology Gain an understanding of the functional anatomy and neurophysiology relevant to communication and swallowing and their role in impairment. The science of speech and hearing Discover the latest techniques for investigating sound, speech and hearing, including the analysis of sound waves and speech, and the psychology of sound perception. The qualification awarded on graduation is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) as Level 8.

Become a fully-qualified physiotherapist. Movement is essential to our health, happiness and connection to others — and physios help us move better. Get ready to use exercise and movement to improve the lives of athletes, children, adults and people recovering from surgery, injury or illness. With La Trobe's Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours) you'll get a detailed understanding of the human body and develop the practical skills to launch your career in this rewarding and dynamic field of health. At La Trobe, not only will you learn from industry leaders and world-class researchers, you'll experience unique industry opportunities with our broad range of partners. Start building your practical skills as soon as you start first year and finish your degree with clinical training equivalent to seven months of workplace experience. Graduate work ready and in-demand as a fully-qualified physiotherapist and step into your first job. Throughout the course you'll gain quality hands-on experience with placements at leading hospitals and private practices. You could find yourself in acute hospital units, rehabilitation facilities, community health clinics, private practice, sporting organisations, educational facilities or research centres. Choose to take your physiotherapy degree global with international placement or study opportunities – like students before you who've experienced Denmark, Italy, Vietnam and India. Or keep it local with placements throughout Melbourne and regional Victoria. In your Honours year, you'll undertake research or industry-based project work where you'll solve real problems relating to human health and physical performance. You'll learn: Bioscience Gain an intricate understanding of the human body through the study of anatomy, physiology, pathology, biomechanics of human movement and pharmacology. Physiotherapy skills Discover how to assess, diagnose and improve people's movement, health and quality of life. Specialised areas Learn how to apply your physiotherapy skills to help people with a variety of conditions which relate to cardiorespiratory, musculoskeletal, sports, neurological, women's, men's, paediatric and aged care health. The qualification awarded on graduation is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) as Level 8.

Help people reach their full potential. It's easy to take our daily activities for granted, like brushing our teeth, going to work or getting out of bed. Workplace injuries, chronic illness, disability and mental health issues can change our ability to do these things independently, impacting our quality of life. As an Occupational Therapist, you'll develop skills to help people maximise their abilities and reach their full potential. La Trobe's Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours) provides you with the clinical knowledge, professional skills and industry connections needed to launch your career. A combination of tutorials, workshops, practical experience, online learning and 1000 hours of professional placements will enable you to use evidence-based occupational therapy assessments and interventions with people of all ages that improve their health and wellbeing. You'll learn: Anatomy Fundamentals Gain essential knowledge of human anatomy, physiology and function. Special needs practice Learn the best treatment options for people with special needs and chronic conditions. Therapy for every stage of life Master techniques to help patients during each stage of their life. Mental health occupational therapy Gain an understanding of the mental and social impact that patients experience. The qualification awarded on graduation is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) as Level 8.

The Bachelor of Sport Coaching and Development prepares students for employment in coaching, coach education, sport science and sport development. Students will learn to apply a range of skills in the areas of athlete performance, sport management, fundamental sport science and advanced coaching sciences. The course places a focus on sport management subjects along with subjects addressing more advanced aspects of sport coaching and performance analysis. Students will also complete core subjects in: human biosciences physiology biomechanics skill acquisition sport psychology talent identification and game development. Sport coaching placements and internships will allow you to apply your theoretical knowledge to real-life situations. The Bachelor of Sport Coaching and Development also provides a pathway to a range of Allied Health Masters courses, including Sport Analytics, as well as Honours. The Bachelor of Sport Coaching and Development is an alternative pathway for TAFE Diploma of Sport and Recreation Management/Diploma of Sport Development (Chisholm) to progress to university level study in Sport Coaching and Development. The qualification awarded on graduation is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) as Level 7.

Forge a career fighting cybercrime. Socialising, communication, banking, shopping and time management can all be done online. But as our digital presence grows, so does the risk of cybercrime. Government bodies, law enforcement agencies and even local businesses can be affected by fraud, hacking or identity theft, and qualified professionals are needed to help protect them. La Trobe's Bachelor of Cybersecurity/ Bachelor of Criminology gives you a solid foundation in cybersecurity plus the knowledge and skills you need to tackle cybercrime. During this four-year course you'll discover the history of hacking and learn how to defend and protect online data from security threats. You'll learn: Cybersecurity and IT Discover the technologies used to identify and moderate threats including firewalls, intrusion protection systems and online vulnerabilities. Develop technical skills in computer networking and computer forensics. Law, policy and social justice Learn about key issues relating to crime, criminal justice and the connection between the criminal justice system and access to human rights. Cyber law and policy Examine the laws and policies that regulate Cyberspace in increasingly online world. Explore concepts like information privacy and security, cyber terrorism and hacktivism. Business data analysis Develop statistical literacy skills and learn how to apply them to critical business problems and major social issues. The qualification awarded on graduation is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) as Level 7.