Health Science

Nutrition is at the heart of global health solutions, with growing demand for professionals who can tackle challenges from chronic disease prevention to sustainable food systems. At UNE, the Bachelor of Nutrition and Health Science equips you with the scientific knowledge, clinical skills, and critical thinking needed to thrive in the evolving health, food, and biomedicine sectors.

Through a multidisciplinary, industry-aligned curriculum, you will develop expertise in nutrition science, health promotion, and food sustainability. From lab-based assessment techniques to work-integrated learning experiences, you’ll graduate with confidence, ready to contribute to healthier communities and smarter food systems.

Constant technological disruption and new discoveries in science influence every aspect of our lives, meaning that there has never been a better time than now to safeguard your future career with scientific knowledge and practical skills. With 17 majors to choose from, UNE’s Bachelor of Science is flexibly delivered by experts in research and teaching. Tailor your degree towards generalist or specialist science, while developing a broad scientific base and refining your abilities in critical analysis and complex problem solving. Our majors span the pure and applied sciences, with specialisation available in traditional disciplines and emerging fields.

Be ready to adapt to the challenges of the rapidly changing world of science and technology with UNE's Bachelor of Biomedical Science. Our course is an ideal foundation if you are interested in health and medical research, or you are fascinated by science and its practical application. Develop your understanding of how the human body works and gain an in-depth knowledge of the methods and techniques used to diagnose, analyse and treat disease. Begin to future fit your career in this diverse and dynamic field and position yourself at the forefront of change and biomedical innovation.

Exercise and sports science explores human movement and how to apply the science of exercise to develop interventions that improve health, fitness, wellbeing, performance, and assist in the prevention of chronic conditions. UNE’s Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science will help you to maintain your on-the-pulse professionalism in this dynamic industry.

You will future proof your career by gaining critical knowledge in areas such as functional anatomy, biomechanics, exercise physiology, strength and conditioning, skill acquisition, exercise assessment, exercise prescription and sport psychology. You will hone your logical, critical and creative thinking abilities and put your skills into practice in the design and delivery of physical activity and exercise-based interventions to prevent injury, return to activity, manage risk factors for chronic conditions, promote participation and improve health and performance.

As Australia's population ages and healthcare needs increase, demand for skilled, qualified nurses is soaring. By choosing UNE’s Bachelor of Nursing, you’ll be stepping into a profession where your work has a direct impact on others' lives. With flexible study options online or on campus, UNE is at the forefront of nursing education in Australia.

After graduation, you'll be eligible to apply for registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) and practice as a Registered Nurse in Australia as well as in many other countries. If you're already an Enrolled Endorsed Nurse, you can fast-track your studies with advanced standing and start in the second year—saving you time and money.

The Joint Medical Program (JMP) is a two stage five year program comprising of a Bachelor of Medical Science (stage one) and Doctor of Medicine (stage two), offered jointly in partnership by the University of Newcastle and the University of New England.

UCAT registrations close on 16 May 2025, and JMP and UAC applications close on 30 September 2025. Find out more about how to apply.

In a rapidly changing world, there has never been a better time to expand your understanding of science and technology. UNE’s Bachelor of Scientific Studies is designed to provide you with broad scientific background to assist with future employment or to pursue further study. It is also a pathway to transition to a specialised science-based degree if you do not have an educational background in science. Our course encourages the development of critical thinking and problem-solving skills, as well as skills for communication and lifelong learning, allowing you to apply these skills to your specific field of interest.

With an adaptable skill set you will be ready to respond to the challenges and opportunities in any career.

Geoscience plays a crucial role in finding, extracting and managing earth resources. These minerals and energy resources are essential to almost every aspect of our day-to-day modern life. Studying UNE's Bachelor of GeoScience online or on campus will open doors to a range of opportunities for you in this critical field.

Our course has a strong practical focus on earth science, geology and GIS, allowing you to upskill and future fit your career. You will expand your knowledge of our planet's composition, structure and natural geological systems, and hone your skills in managing the earth's resource to secure their continuing contribution to our socio-economic wellbeing in the future.

Special and inclusive education is rapidly evolving, and with it the demand for specialists in the field is larger than ever. UNE’s Bachelor of Special and Inclusive Education (Primary) equips you with the knowledge and practical skills to become a sought-after teacher who makes a valued and rewarding contribution to children’s abilities and development. Create an open and supportive learning environment to engage students with diverse needs and make a real difference in primary schools by helping children develop, grow, and build their confidence.

Clinical exercise physiology uses exercise interventions to improve the health, wellbeing and clinical status of people with, or at risk of, medical conditions, injuries and disabilities. Demand is increasing for degree-qualified exercise physiologists who can apply exercise and physical activity principles in disease prevention, health, rehabilitation, and sports performance.

You will graduate from UNE’s Bachelor of Clinical Exercise Physiology equipped to assist people with acute, sub-acute or chronic medical conditions, injuries or disabilities through exercise, lifestyle and behaviour modifications. In doing so, you will future proof your career in this fast-growing profession.

Please note: this course is undergoing reaccreditation with Exercise & Sports Science Australia (ESSA) in line with professional accreditation requirements.

Studying the Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Laws at UNE will equip you with an extensive portfolio of knowledge and skills to future proof your career. In this comprehensive program of study, you will develop contemporary skills in how to write for, research, argue and apply the law, as well as explore a full breadth of contemporary science topics and issues. You will graduate with knowledge and skills to apply to a wide range of professions, benefitting from UNE's regional, rural and remote expertise in both fields to ensure you are ready to adapt and thrive in a rapidly changing world.

Do you dream of a career where you’re helping to address the big issues facing humanity? Or perhaps you crave the excitement of being at the forefront of scientific discovery? Maybe you wish to instil your passion for the environment into future generations? Our Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science is uniquely positioned to help you reach your goals, with wide-spanning knowledge and a diverse set of skills to be adaptable in a rapidly changing world. This combined degree will help lay the foundation for you to acquire the ability to innovate and problem-solve — attributes that are in demand more than ever by employers in Australia and internationally.

Science is integrated throughout our lives and society, helping us to overcome the many challenges the of the 21st century through innovation and discovery. If you are new to the field of Science, the UNE Diploma in Science is a one-year full-time (or part-time equivalent) course designed to build scientific literacy and foundational skills and knowledge in a range of scientific disciplines. You will graduate from this course with a broad scientific background, communication skills and problem-solving skills to assist with further study and future employment.

The Diploma in Science offers both guidance and flexibility. You'll complete four core science foundations units, then either select from a broad list of units in the General Studies in Science major or focus on a specific interest by choosing from our wide range of Minors.

Contribute to world class research by completing a Bachelor of Science with Honours at UNE. Position yourself with advanced scientific knowledge in an era of rapid change. Our honours course goes beyond the normal practical and field training and provides you with a wide range of cross-disciplinary applied research opportunities to foster your development as a skill research professional.

We offer a range of majors spanning the pure and applied sciences, working with UNE's internationally recognised research disciplines. Our flexible, innovative learning environment equips you with advanced discipline knowledge and skills in critical thinking, data analysis and problem-solving to thrive in a rapidly changing world.

UNE's Bachelor of Health with Honours is uniquely designed to equip healthcare professionals with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in senior positions within the healthcare sector, from research to education and leadership to policy analysis. You will graduate from this course ready to identify gaps in service delivery, evaluate program effectiveness, and develop evidence-based policies – capabilities that are in higher demand than ever in the increasingly complex field of health.

Develop specialised subject knowledge in the rapidly changing world of health and medical science and undertake a research project in your area of interest with UNE’s Bachelor of Medical Science with Honours. Designed for students who have successfully completed years 1-3 of the Bachelor of Medicine, or the Bachelor of Medical Science and Doctor of Medicine, our honours course refines your abilities in critical thinking, data analysis and problem solving. Thrive in our collaborative research environment and produce an original dissertation with the guidance of experienced academic staff. Research experience can help to future proof your career in medicine and open doors to further postgraduate study.

Enter the evolving field of nutrition and health with the Graduate Diploma in Nutrition and Health Science. As chronic disease, food insecurity and lifestyle-related health challenges continue to rise, there's a growing demand for professionals who can apply nutrition science in meaningful, practical ways.

This course offers a rigorous foundation in human nutrition, dietary assessment and public health practice. You’ll build your understanding of metabolism, nutrient function and disease prevention while developing professional skills to support healthier communities across clinical, educational and industry settings.

In an era of increasing awareness about the impact of food on personal and public health, the Graduate Certificate in Nutrition and Health Science offers a timely opportunity to upskill in a field with growing relevance. Whether you're a health professional aiming to enhance your practice or looking to pivot into the nutrition sector, this course builds foundational knowledge in human nutrition, dietary assessment, and health promotion.

With a flexible, online delivery and short duration, this graduate certificate equips you to make an immediate impact – either in your current role or as a stepping stone toward further study.

One Health is a rapidly emerging discipline in public health, representing a multidisciplinary approach that recognises the interconnectedness of human, animal and environmental health. Examining these connections can help us to identify the root causes of complex infectious diseases and develop strategies to prevent them. In today’s world, one health is an increasingly important focus in both medical and veterinary science.

UNE’s Master of Public Health (One Health) offers you the opportunity to be at the forefront of this emerging and significant field of health and research. Delivered fully online, you can choose a specialisation and focus your study to give you a distinct advantage in the field.

Embrace the world of neuroscience and human behaviour, and be ready to respond to challenges and new discoveries in this exciting field of research and therapy. Develop an advanced understanding of neural processes and how these drive behaviour and clinical phenomena with UNE's Master of Neuroscience. Our flexibly-delivered course provides you with an in-depth study of human physiology, neurobiology, neuroanatomy, clinical neuroscience and behavioural neuroscience.

If you wish to broaden your knowledge or upskill in a professional clinical role, or you have completed undergraduate studies in neuroscience, this course is ideal. It equips you with the knowledge you need to further your career in this dynamic and diverse field, with the opportunity to choose a clinical, general or research pathway.

With a wide range of majors in both the pure and applied sciences, UNE's Master of Scientific Studies provides you with specialised training in your chosen scientific discipline. Do you want to be able to respond to constant technological disruption in the workplace by learning more about big data? Perhaps you are passionate about our natural environments and want to refine your knowledge of Australian plants and animals. Are you upskilling to position yourself at the cutting-edge of new medical discoveries?

Our coursework Master's degree gives you opportunities to future fit your career by expanding on your expertise, upgrading your applied skills, and developing the advanced knowledge needed to solve complex problems in the rapidly changing world of science and technology.

In an evolving criminal justice landscape, neuroscience is increasingly recognised for its role in understanding human behaviour, including criminal actions. As the first course of its kind in Australia, UNE's Master of Neuroscience and Criminology provides a unique, multidisciplinary approach, equipping you to explore the neurobiological processes that underlie criminal behaviours—a field of study with vast potential for advancing crime prevention, policy, and rehabilitation efforts.

Whether you're safeguarding a career in criminal justice, law enforcement, mental health, or policy-making, or are a newcomer to the field, this course will immerse you in the interdisciplinary field of neurocriminology, offering insights into the neural underpinnings of criminal behaviour and its broader social implications.

Whether you want to upgrade your expertise or pivot to another scientific speciality, UNE's Graduate Diploma in Science allows you to hone your skills and future fit your career. Flexibly delivered, and with a wide range of majors in diverse scientific disciplines to choose from, you can tailor the course to your strengths and interests. Add value to your role and ensure you can adapt and thrive in the rapidly changing world of science and technology.

The One Health concept focuses on the holistic, connected approach to health, recognising the interconnectedness of human, animal and environmental health. Today, we understand much more about infectious diseases than we did pre-2020. We know that developing a One Health approach to problem solving, using a trans-disciplinary methodology, we can identify the root causes of complex infectious diseases and develop strategies to prevent them.

With UNE’s Graduate Diploma in Public Health (One Health), gain a thorough knowledge of the One Health approach and the skills to elevate your career in this emerging and significant field of public health. Delivered fully online, you can choose a specialisation and focus your study to give you a distinct advantage in the field.

Secure your future in the burgeoning and fascinating realm of public health.

Are you looking for a flexible, contemporary postgraduate course that will allow you to explore the rapidly evolving field of neuroscience? In addition to being one of the fastest growing fields of human physiology, neuroscience has many applications in areas ranging from education to psychology to business. For graduates looking to upskill, prepare for the future and advance their careers, UNE's Graduate Diploma in Neuroscience is an ideal qualification.  

You will gain a greater understanding of the brain's functions in maintaining human behaviour, how we think and how we learn, along with real-world skills in research and assessment. The specialist knowledge and skills gained through this program can be applied in a variety of career fields. 

With an ageing global population, the demand for skilled aged care nurses is rapidly increasing. In Australia, the growing number of individuals aged 65 and older reinforces the current and future need for comprehensive aged care services. UNE's Graduate Diploma in Aged Care Nursing has been meticulously crafted to equip registered nurses with advanced expertise and specialised skills required to deliver exceptional care to older adults in various aged care settings.

Design a bespoke course and prepare for a rapidly evolving workplace with the UNE Graduate Diploma in Professional Practice. Whether you want to advance your career, hone your skills or embark on a new career direction, we'll work with you to design a course to match your skills and aspirations.

You will have the freedom to assemble your course from a full breadth of subjects, play to your strengths and draw from your experience to achieve your goals. Learn in a way that suits your timeframe and do it all with the support of an expert academic success advisor — with one-on-one guidance from start to finish. You'll be paving your pathway to the next stage of your career.

This first-of-its-kind course offers an innovative approach to understanding criminal behaviour through the lens of neuroscience. As one of the fastest-growing fields in human physiology and behaviour, neuroscience provides critical insights into how the brain functions, what can go wrong in neurobiological processes, and how these factors can influence criminal behaviour. This course allows you to develop a comprehensive understanding of the complex interplay between biological, psychological and social elements that contribute to criminal actions.

Whether you are a seasoned professional in criminology looking to enhance your expertise or you are completely new to the field, this fully online postgraduate degree caters to all levels of experience.

In the rapidly changing world of science and technology, it has never been more important to refine and expand your expertise. UNE's Graduate Certificate in Science, flexibly delivered online or on campus, gives you the opportunity to complete intensive graduate-level study in science, whether you want to upskill or you are seeking to update your discipline knowledge. With 11 majors to choose from, and options to continue to further higher degree research, you can safeguard your career and be ready to adapt and respond to challenges you will face in this diverse and dynamic field.

One Health recognises the interconnectedness of human, animal and environmental health, and the need for collaboration among multiple sectors to promote optimal health outcomes for all. By recognising the interconnectedness of these three fields, One Health seeks to improve the prevention and control of diseases that can spread between animals and humans (zoonotic diseases), as well as environmental factors that can impact health.

UNE’s fully online Graduate Certificate in Public Health (One Health) prepares you to build a career in population health, health promotion, epidemiology and leadership roles in public and private health, with a focus on this emerging health practice.

Enhance your skills and knowledge and elevate your long-term career prospects by studying with UNE’s experts in health practice.

Adapt to an evolving workplace and open the door to new career opportunities with UNE's Graduate Certificate in Professional Practice. Whether you want to create more career choices, hone your specialist skills, or take a new career direction, we will work with you to customise a course to match your skills and aspirations.

Choose from a full breadth of subjects. Avoid getting bogged down in a lengthy, traditional course, and instead, play to your natural strengths, refine your skills and draw on your experience to prepare for the future. And do it all with the support of an expert academic success advisor with 1:1 guidance from start to finish.

The global population is ageing rapidly. In Australia, the proportion of people aged 65 and older is increasing, driving strong demand for aged care services. UNE's Graduate Certificate in Aged Care Nursing is strategically designed to prepare postgraduate nurses for advanced practice in a diverse range of aged care settings, providing you with the advanced knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary to offer comprehensive and compassionate care to older persons.

Criminology and neuroscience are rapidly evolving fields, with growing recognition of the role that neuroscience plays in understanding human behaviour, including criminal actions. The first course of its kind in Australia, our Graduate Certificate in Neuroscience and Criminology investigates the intricate relationships between brain functions and criminal behaviour, contributing to the emerging field of neurocriminology, a discipline with immense potential for future research and applications.

Whether you're already working in criminal justice, law enforcement or mental health and want to upskill, or you're looking to enter the field for the first time, our flexible introductory course equips you with the knowledge and tools to understand crime through a neurological lens.

The Graduate Certificate in Neuroscience at UNE is ideal if you're looking for a postgraduate qualification that allows you to explore a rapidly developing field of neuroscience, upskill, prepare for the future and advance your career. Our program can give you a competitive edge and a unique set of skills and knowledge that can be applied to a wide range of careers. 

With this flexible course, you will gain a deeper understanding of how the brain influences human behaviour, how we think, and how we learn, as well as a range of research and assessment skills.    

We also offer graduate diploma and master's level Neuroscience programs to allow you to continue expanding your skills and knowledge. 

A Doctor of Philosophy is the pinnacle of academic study. Using rigorous and systematic research, combined with critical analysis, you will add to society's understanding of complex issues at the cutting-edge of your discipline or profession.

When you complete your PhD at UNE, you will be recognised as an expert in your area of study. Your original discoveries and innovations will be applied to benefit society and industry in Australia and worldwide.

Practice-based research drives better decisions, stronger services and measurable outcomes. UNE’s Professional Doctorate provides foundational research training with a research thesis, supporting experienced professionals to contribute to the development of original knowledge that improves professional practice in their fields.

Co-design a workplace-embedded project with your UNE supervision team and your organisation, aligning rigorous methods with real-world challenges. Your examinable output is tailored to your discipline — for example, a thesis, a dissertation with artefacts, or an exegesis with a portfolio of creative, technical or performance works.

Understanding and discovery in science drives advancement, providing solutions to the world's health, environmental, agricultural and technological challenges. UNE's Master of Science allows you to study flexibly, to gain expertise and research training, and to contribute to current scientific knowledge. You will be supervised by internationally-recognised scientists and with opportunities to immerse yourself in UNE's vibrant research culture and access to our world-class facilities, develop your skills as a research professional.

High quality research and analysis allows us to better understand the complex issues we face in industry and society. With UNE's Master of Philosophy by research, your original findings and insights will add to the body of knowledge and inform decision-making in your specialist area.

You will work independently, with personalised support from recognised experts in your area of study every step of the way. Expand your expertise, hone your research skills, and immediately apply your knowledge in a research topic of your choice.

The world is full of possibilities, with so much to discover and learn. There are endless opportunities to enrich your knowledge to prepare for the future, but what if you don’t want to undertake a full degree? And how can you zero-in on the subjects that matter most to you? That’s what a Non-Award unit with UNE will help you to achieve.

Non-Award study means you can learn without the need to complete entire course requirements or take on a full course load. Whether it’s a language you want to learn, a business unit to enhance your career, an improvement of your IT skills, an update on education principles or developing your management style, Non-Award study gives you the flexibility and control to explore what matters to you.

If you are enrolled at another university, you can choose to study subjects at UNE that will count towards your course. Apply as a cross-institutional student directly and complete one or several individual subjects (units) from the full scope of UNE's discipline areas.

The world of medicine is rapidly advancing. UNE's innovative Bachelor of Pharmacy with Honours course is Australia's first and only accredited undergraduate pharmacy degree that can be studied online. Through a combination of online learning and intensive practical schools at our Armidale campus, our course emphasises scientific rigour, clinical experience, and develops your critical thinking skills to ensure you are prepared for the vital and changing role of pharmacy in Australia's collaborative healthcare environment.