Bachelor of Health Science (Complementary Medicine)

About the course

Complementary medicine is an exciting and dynamic field that demands a high degree of academic study as well as clinical expertise.

CSU offers a Bachelor of Health Science (Complementary Medicine) degree to students who have completed a Diploma or Advanced Diploma in Complementary Medicine in one of the following therapeutic methods:

• naturopathy
• nutritional science
• homeopathy
• clinical kinesiology
• lifestyle consultancy
• herbal medicine
• aromatherapy
• sports therapy
• oriental therapies
• acupuncture
• remedial massage

Where it will take you

The Bachelor of Health Science (Complementary Medicine) is an upgrading course for health professionals practising in the area of complementary medicine. Graduates of the course can pursue a career in private practice or they may wish to pursue further study to expand their career options, e.g. management, teaching, research.

Your course is recognised by industry

The course is recognised by the Australian Traditional Medicine Society (ATMS) and the Australian Natural Therapists Association (ANTA).

Graduation requirements

To graduate, students must satisfactorily complete 192 points, comprising the credit package of 128 points awarded upon admission and 64 points (eight subjects) or the credit package of 160 points and 32 points (four subjects) completed during enrolment in the course.

Credit

With approval from the Course Coordinator, a total of four subjects (32 points) credit may be granted for students with approved three-year full-time (or equivalent) Advanced Diplomas.

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