Latest Health Careers newsletter:
NEW degree in Exercise Science in 2007:
The Bachelor of Exercise Science is a 3.5 year program that is designed to produce graduates who meet the professional requirements for registration with Australian Association of Exercise and Sports Science (AAESS) as exercise physiologists or sport scientists. Exercise and sport scientists provide assessment, monitoring and program prescription for fitness and exercise in a diverse range of populations from the chronically ill to elite athletes. Find out more
NEW Medical Course in 2006
The School of Medicine has introduced a 5-year MBBS course in 2006 (the medical degree was previously a 6-year program). The course features an integrated approach to learning the basic and clinical sciences through case-based learning. New pre-requisites have been approved for 2008, and will be Chemistry CHM5C and English Communications ENC5C or English Studies ENS5C5C. A strong background in mathematics is recommended. Current pre-requisites are Physical Sciences PSC5C and Chemistry CHM5C.
For complete information go to the School of Medicine website.
Alternate Pathways to Medicine and Pharmacy:
The University of Tasmania has approved a number of places in both the MBBS and the Bachelor of Pharmacy on the basis of performance in UTAS undergraduate degrees in Medical Research, Science, Biotechnology, Biomedical Science, Health Science or Environmental Science. Find out more about eligibility on the School of Medicine and School of Pharmacy websites.
Combined degree in Health Science/Teaching
In just 4 years you can graduate with a combined qualification in Health Science and Teaching, and be qualified to be employed as a teacher in health science and food and technology areas. Find out more
NEW Career Information
Find out about the many career opportunities available to graduates in Biomedical Science, Exercise Science, Health Science, Health Science/Teaching, Medical Imaging and Medical Laboratory Science.
NEW Associate degree in Paramedic Studies:
A professionally recognised course studied over three years part-time with concurrent full-time employment in the ambulance service. Find out more
Commonwealth Learning Scholarships
These scholarships aim to assist rural and regional, low income and indigenous students, who are Australian citizens or holders of Australian permanent humanitarian visas. Information for students intending to study at the University of Tasmania is available on the Scholarships website. For students intending to apply to mainland universities visit the DEST Scholarships page for full guidelines.
Going to Uni website
An easy one-stop-shop for finding out about the changes to the HECS scheme, HECS-HELP loans, links to Tertiary Admissions Centres, entry requirements in different states and much more. Includes a great section on the transition from Year 12 to university.
www.goingtouni.gov.au
Bonded Medical Places Scheme
234 new HECS funded medical school places will be created each year around Australia. The places come with obligations under the scheme.
Visit the Bonded Medical Places Scheme website, freecall 1800 987 104, or email BMPScheme@health.gov.au
Interested students should also visit the University of Tasmania's School of Medicine website and check the Information for Future Students.
For more information contact:
Gaye Clark
Health Careers Program Coordinator
University Department of Rural Health
Phone: 6226 4738 or email: Gaye.Clark@utas.edu.au
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