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JCU tropical medicine and hygiene graduates are equipped with the expert knowledge and practical skills necessary to pursue work in tropical environments.Graduates specialise in travel medicine, infectious diseases, and remote practice.You could find employment in State and Commonwealth Government organisations, health care and community settings, nonprofit and international organisations. Work in roles to control disease, protect the health of people living in tropical areas, and promote health and wellbeing.You could also undertake aid work in areas such as the western Pacific and Southeast Asia.Graduates may continue on to study the Master of Public Health or the Master of Public Health and Tropical Medicine.

JCU Public Health and Tropical Medicine graduates acquire the knowledge and skills needed to enhance their practice and manage public health priorities in tropical environments.You could find employment in State and Commonwealth Government organisations, health care settings, community settings, non-profit and international organisations.This could include working in roles related to disease control and protection of the health of the population living in tropical areas, and promotion of health and wellbeing.You could also continue on to study the Master of Public Health and Tropical Medicine.

JCU Dental Surgery graduates are healthcare practitioners who are sought-after in a variety of healthcare settings.Graduates pursue careers as dentists in various areas including private practice, hospitals, community health services, The Australian Defence Force, education, or research.This course is accredited by the Australian Dental Council (ADC) and graduates can apply for membership of the Dental Board of Australia.

JCU Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery graduates are exceptionally-skilled doctors who are employed in a range of medical settings.Graduates pursue careers in private practice, public health, the defence force, academia, and education.Depending on your specialisation and further study, you could find employment in a range of specialities including, but not limited to General Practitioner, anaesthetist, dermatologist, obstetrician, oncologist, paediatrician, psychiatrist, radiologist, surgeon, academic, or medical educator.You will be equipped with the skills to work in a range of diverse settings from regional, rural, remote, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and beyond.Graduates of the Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery are eligible to register to work a one-year internship in Australia or New Zealand. Completion of your internship can lead you to further training in a chosen specialisation.Graduates of this course are eligible to apply for registration with the Medical Board of Australia.

JCU Veterinary Science graduates are internationally recognised as multi-skilled, highly-competent professionals who are committed to the health and welfare of animals. Our degree allows you to practice as a veterinarian in Australia.Our graduates practise in a variety of settings. These include veterinary clinics, veterinary hospitals, agriculture, biosecurity, quarantine, public health, zoos and wildlife sanctuaries. Many pursue research in clinical care, animal science, pharmacology and biomedicine.You may also be eligible to practise in New Zealand and the United Kingdom.

Begin a life-changing career helping patients overcome communication and swallowing difficulties.JCU Speech Pathology graduates are equipped with specialised, job-ready skills to meet the unique needs of tropical, rural, and Indigenous communities.JCU Speech Pathology graduates have specialist skills and work with children and adults to promote speech and swallowing improvement.Graduates pursue careers in various areas including education settings, hospitals, community health centres, nursing homes, child care, mental health services, disability services, and private practice.This course is accredited by Speech Pathology Australia. Upon graduation, you will be eligible for Practicing Membership of Speech Pathology Australia.

JCU Physiotherapy graduates have a positive impact on their communities.Graduates pursue careers across Australia and are especially equipped to work in rural and remote settings with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.You could work in aged care services, community health centres, hospitals, private practices, schools, or sports and rehab clinics.Graduates can register to practice with the Physiotherapy Board of Australia and become members of the Australian Physiotherapy Association.

JCU Pharmacy (Honours) graduates have extensive medical knowledge and are employed in a wide range of settings.Graduates pursue careers in the pharmacy industry.You could find employment as a community pharmacist, hospital pharmacist, work in primary care settings within multidisciplinary teams, work as a consultant pharmacist, industrial pharmacist, researcher or educator.JCU Pharmacy students and graduates are eligible for registration with the Pharmacy Board of Australia.

JCU Sport and Exercise Science graduates are highly-skilled and are employed in a range of health-related industries.Graduates pursue careers in various areas including health and wellness management, health promotion agencies, sports training and rehabilitation, hospital-based science, and occupational health and safety.Students who successfully complete the Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science can enrol in a Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology, which can lead to employment as a clinical exercise physiologist. Alternatively, go on to study the Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science (Honours).Graduates of this course are eligible for professional membership with Exercise and Sports Science Australia.

Make a meaningful difference in the community with an Occupational Therapy (Honours) degree from JCU. Assist people to maximise meaningful participation in their daily lives and occupations.JCU Occupational Therapy (Honours) graduates are equipped to have rewarding careers throughout Australia.Graduates gain employment in public and private hospitals, rehabilitation units, community health centres, aged care facilities, mental health services, schools, independent living centres, vocational rehabilitation settings, and in private practice.You may also find employment in industry research, education, and training.Upon graduation, you can register for practice in Australia through the Occupational Therapists Board of Australia Health Professional Registration Agency (AHPRA), and become a member of OT Australia—The Australian Association of Occupational Therapists. Graduates may also register to practice in New Zealand and apply to practice internationally.