Bachelor of Health, Ageing and Community Services
Why study the Bachelor of Health, Ageing and Community Services at UNE?
The Bachelor of Health, Ageing and Community Services is multi-disciplinary and is designed to attract a broad range of health and community care workers from diverse health and community-related settings. The course aims to equip candidates with the knowledge and skills required to work effectively in health-related community settings and health care facilities. It aims to promote candidates' understanding of the societal contexts in which they work and their legal ethical responsibilities, and it aims to develop their skills of analysis and problem solving, as well as concepts and skills specific to different subject areas.
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Degree Snapshot
DURATION
1 Year Full-time2 Years Full-time
2 Years Part-time
4 Years Part-time
FEES
CSPInternational
2012 STUDY OPTIONS
Armidale
Trimester 1, Off CampusTrimester 2, Off Campus
How to Apply
Domestic Students
All domestic students apply direct to UNE. This course is only available off-campus (distance education).
For more information, click hereInternational Students
International students apply direct to UNE through International Marketing and PathwaysFor more information, click here
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| Official Abbreviation | BHACS | |||||||||
| Course Type | Undergraduate | |||||||||
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| Fees | CSP / International | |||||||||
| Total Credit Points | 144 | |||||||||
| Benefits | Pathway: Completion of the Bachelor degree provides a pathway into a range of Graduate Diploma and Master programs available from the School. |
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| How to apply |
All domestic students apply direct to UNE. This course is only available off-campus (distance education). For more information, click here
International students apply direct to UNE through International Marketing and Pathways For more information, click here |
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| Intensive Schools | Intensive mandatory schools may be a requirement of some of the units in this course. See Unit Catalogue for specific requirements. |
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| Entry Requirements | A candidate shall have professional experience relevant to the award and: (a) hold a one year qualification recognised by the school as suitable entry into the program, or equivalent; or (b) hold a two year qualification recognised by the school as suitable for entry into the program or equivalent. Generally it will be expected that candidates will have had at least one year's experience. |
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| Academic Colours |
Peony Red (BCC 37) |
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| Further Information | 
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Admission to Candidature
A candidate shall have professional experience relevant to the award and:
(a) hold a one year qualification recognised by the school as suitable entry into the program, or equivalent; or
(b) hold a two year qualification recognised by the school as suitable for entry into the program or equivalent.
Generally it will be expected that candidates will have had at least one year's experience.
Period of Candidature
1. For candidates admitted under Rule (a) the period of candidature shall be:
(a) two years as a full-time candidate;
(b) up to five years as a part-time candidate.
2. For candidates admitted under Rule (b) the period of candidature shall be:
(a) one year as a full-time candidate;
(b) up to four years as a part-time candidate.
Course Requirements
1. To qualify for the award, a candidate admitted under Rule (a) must pass units to the value of 96 credit points
2. To qualify for the award, a candidate admitted under Rule (b) must pass units to the value of 48 credit points.
Program of Study
Candidates shall complete an approved program of study as outlined in the Course Schedule comprising:
For candidates admitted under Rule (a)
| Course Structure | Credit Points |
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| Block Advanced Standing | 48 cps |
| Core Units | 24 cps |
| Specialisation | 24 cps |
| Listed Units | 48 cps |
| Total | 144 cps |
To view complete Program of Study click here
For candidates admitted under Rule (b)
| Course Structure | Credit Points |
|---|---|
| Block Advanced Standing | 96 cps |
| Core Units | 24 cps |
| Specialisation | 18-24 cps |
| Listed Units | 0-6 cps |
| Total | 144 cps |
To view complete Program of Study click here
Specialisations
Aged Care
Community Care
Counselling Studies
Disability Care
Award of Degree
1. Candidates who meet course requirements and who have not specialised shall be awarded the Bachelor of Health, Ageing and Community Services.
2. Candidates who meet the course requirements and who specialise shall be awarded the Bachelor of Health, Ageing and Community Services in one of the following: Aged Care; Community Care; Counselling Studies; Disability Care.
Improper Conduct
Candidates are referred to the Student Coursework Plagiarism and Academic Misconduct Rules.