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Launch your career in dentistry with this five-year industry Honours course. While undertaking La Trobe's Bachelor of Dental Science (Honours) you'll learn about oral health in rural and ageing populations and develop hands-on skills in clinical placements across regional Victoria. You'll treat patients under the supervision of experienced clinicians and participate in community-based oral health promotion programs. You can also complete a community-based project or research project, which can lead to PhD entry. You'll learn: Preclinical oral health Develop knowledge in restorative, preventive and periodontal procedures. On completion, you'll be competent in preclinical skills including dental materials, infection control, OH&S, instrumentation and dental procedures. Medicine for dentistry Learn to take a comprehensive medical history and understand its role in safe dental health care. The implications of therapeutic drugs used in managing medical conditions will also be covered. Clinical practice Discover how to apply diagnosis, treatment planning and technical skills to the management of patients in a clinical setting. Prosthodontics Learn the principles of fixed prosthodontics through lectures, tutorials and laboratory sessions and apply them in practice during your clinical placement. The qualification awarded on graduation is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) as Level 8.

Be on the frontline of emergencies. Saving lives. Helping the community. Supporting people in crisis. There are few jobs more important than a paramedic. And industry needs are evolving. Paramedics play a vital role in the healthcare system; they assess patients, provide emotional support and free up hospital resources with on-the-spot treatment. La Trobe's Bachelor of Paramedic Practice (Honours) gives you the knowledge and skills to launch a career in this challenging and rewarding field of health. You'll develop a strong foundation in biosciences and paramedic practice for trauma, cardiac and paediatric management. Kickstart your career with first-hand paramedic experience. Build the experience and resilience to tackle this challenging career with work-based learning opportunities in hospitals, community settings and with Ambulance Victoria. You can also practice in the Paramedicine Practical Laboratory equipped with industry-standard medical equipment and an outdoor emergency simulation space. You'll graduate ready to apply your practical skills when you're needed most. You'll learn: Human biosciences Learn the fundamentals of anatomy while exploring the nervous, endocrine and other major organ systems of the body. Communication skills in healthcare Gain an understanding of counselling and communication skills and how they're applied in a range of healthcare settings. Trauma, cardiac and paediatric management Discover the pathophysiology of specific trauma conditions and the assessment procedures you'll need to treat patients presenting with these issues. Pharmacology Explore the key role drugs play in the treatment and prevention diseases, including drug classification, administration and basic pharmacokinetics. The qualification awarded on graduation is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) as Level 8.

Kickstart your career in business by developing in-depth knowledge of human behaviour. Digital disruption has changed how businesses meet the needs and desires of their customers. An understanding of human behaviour and its role in modern marketing is becoming increasingly valued by employers. La Trobe's Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Psychological Science has been designed to meet that industry need. This four-year degree gives you a foundation in business and psychology, plus the skills to apply this knowledge in a variety of roles and industries. Core business subjects in accounting, finance, economics, marketing and management teach you the building blocks of any successful venture. Gain an understanding of psychological science with core subjects in cognitive, developmental, social, abnormal, clinical and health psychology. Our cross-disciplinary program means graduates can pursue a career in a variety of industries like marketing, human resources, psychology, public relations or the not-for-profit sector. You'll learn: History, philosophy and methodology of psychological science Discover the theories, research and data collection that made psychology what is it is today and how they're applied to modern-day experiments. Basics of business law and ethics Learn the core principles of contract and consumer protection law, negligence and property law, plus the ethical standards that dictate how you do business. Fundamentals of entrepreneurship, leadership and management Develop key communication and presentation skills needed to engage with stakeholders. You'll learn what drives buyer behaviour, how to use targeting and positioning and maximise profits. Abnormal, clinical and health psychology Gain an understanding of the symptoms and characteristics of the most common psychiatric conditions and the treatment options that can help. The qualification awarded on graduation is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) as Level 7.

The Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Medical) provides a pathway into the graduate entry Doctor of Medicine offered by the University of Melbourne in Shepparton for regional students intending to practice medicine in a regional location. In this pre-medicine course, you’ll combine the fields of biology, pharmacology and medicine. You will learn about the human body, its structure and its functions. This includes understanding how disease manifests and how drug strategies are used to treat disease. You’ll learn: Practical skills needed to explore the underlying molecular basis of acute and chronic illnesses How to apply biomedical research How to convey scientific and biomedical science information. Your studies will be held on rural campuses in Bendigo and Albury-Wodonga. Subjects studied meet the admission criteria defined by the University of Melbourne for the Doctor of Medicine. The University of Melbourne also requires students to have a 70 WAM (weighted average mark) and a continued commitment to country living whilst completing the course in order to guarantee a place in the Doctor of Medicine course. The qualification awarded on graduation is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) as Level 7.

Biomedical science provides diverse career opportunities in areas including biotechnology, medical research and the pharmaceutical industry, while also providing a pathway into graduate entry allied health courses, such as physiotherapy and speech pathology, medicine or dentistry. In this course you will combine the fields of biology, pharmacology and medicine, as well as aspects of anatomy, biochemistry, microbiology, genetics, immunology, cell and molecular biology, physiology and neuroscience. A biomedical science degree will teach you about the human body, its structure and its functions. This includes understanding how diseases manifest and how drug strategies are used to treat these diseases. You will learn the practical skills needed to explore the underlying molecular basis of acute and chronic illnesses, understand how to apply biomedical research and learn how to convey scientific and biomedical science information. Course electives allow you to design your course to specialise in a number of areas, providing the opportunity to broaden your career prospects. The qualification awarded on graduation is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) as Level 7.

Our new double degree aims to develop graduates to work in a business, community, commerce or government setting where skills of critical analysis, problem solving and communication are highly valued. Alongside a solid grounding in business disciplines, you'll combine understandings of accounting, economics, finance, management and marketing with well-developed humanities research and communication skills. You'll have the opportunity to work alongside business professionals and learn about new technology and innovative sustainability practices. You'll graduate with highly sought after skill sets by combining an arts major with a range of business and commerce subjects. Choose from majors in English, history or sociology at all regional campuses, in addition to human geography and Indonesian language and culture at the Bendigo campus. The qualification awarded on graduation is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) as Level 7.

A JCU Nursing degree prepares you for a career in a range of rural, regional and metropolitan nursing settings. This unique focus will distinguish you from your peers throughout your career.JCU Nursing graduates are known for their skill, care and work across Australia and internationally. Graduates work in a variety of areas, such as metropolitan hospitals, rural and regional centres, Government departments and defence, non-government agencies and community health.This degree provides a strong foundation for future specialisation in areas such as emergency, mental health, aged care, oncology and community health, rural and remote practice or in health policy, research, management, or education sectors.

A Graduate Diploma of Tropical Veterinary Science gives veterinarians the opportunity to upskill and increase their knowledge in tropical veterinary diseases and their diagnosis, prevention and control.You will have the skills to advance your career within the veterinary profession or to better equip yourself to practise in tropical environments.The course is particularly suited to veterinarians working in government veterinary services, herd health and aquaculture, or who have a general interest in tropical veterinary medicine.You could also go on to study the Master of Tropical Veterinary Science.Consult the handbook for requirements and further information

JCU’s Graduate Diploma of Rural and Remote Medicine is designed for Australian rural clinicians.Graduates are equipped to enter research or academic roles focussing on rural health.

JCU midwifery graduates work as midwives in a variety of settings, including public and private hospitals, birth centres and clinics, midwifery group practice, aeromedical services and neonatal care, education and rural and remote facilities.Undertaking a Graduate Diploma may be credited towards further postgraduate studies for a degree at Masters level.