Dentistry Health and Medical Sciences Medicine Nursing Psychology Undergraduate 2019 HEALTH Ranked in top 1% of Associated with 5 universities worldwide Nobel Laureates Produced 110 Member of Rhodes Scholars Group of Eight* WHY THE UNIVERSITY OF ADELAIDE? With a degree from one of the world’s top universities, students are prepared to be tomorrow’s leaders. University of Adelaide graduates are highly regarded and internationally recognised. Students learn from academics who are global leaders in their field. Adelaide has a proud tradition that instils confidence in our students. We are Australia’s third oldest university and have a history of excellence in education spanning more than 140 years. We are distinguished by an emphasis on equality and by our focus on delivering outstanding research for the benefit of society. The University of Adelaide has played a role in many of the world’s important discoveries and advancements, with our alumni having contributed significantly to the educational, political and social arenas of their day. University of Adelaide students are motivated to achieve their best and are supported by an inspiring educational community committed to helping them. 02 Why health? 06 Careers Service at Adelaide 07 Careers and study 08 Dentistry 12 Medicine 16 Nursing 20 Health and medical sciences 24 Psychology 28 Related and double degrees 30 Undergraduate degree index 31 Applying to the University of Adelaide * A coalition of Australia’s leading research intensive universities. Health 1 WHY HEALTH? The University of Adelaide’s wide range of undergraduate health-related degrees can open doors to a successful, rewarding career that improves health and wellbeing around the globe. Integrating innovative teaching, hands-on experience and cutting-edge research, the Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences is a world leader in health education. We are ranked at the top of the Group of Eight universities nationally for good teaching; and second across all Australian universities for overall satisfaction of the student experience (Australian Graduate Survey 2015). Our degrees are underpinned by a vibrant student culture. Our state-of-the-art facilities are among the best in Australasia. We have strong, well established links to research centres, institutes and the health care industry, providing students with the opportunity to immediately start building professional networks. Our graduates are compassionate, high achieving professionals with the skills, knowledge, and leadership expertise to make a difference in all aspects of health care, research and policy. To learn more about the Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, visit: health.adelaide.edu.au Developing future Adelaide Health and Medical Sciences building leaders in health In 2017, the faculty entered an exciting new era in health education with the opening of the 14-floor, $246 million Adelaide Health and The Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences Medical Sciences (AHMS) building. Located has a reputation for producing highly skilled in the heart of the Adelaide Biomed City graduates who are well regarded by industry, alongside the new Royal Adelaide Hospital and and is ranked third in Australia for securing South Australian Health and Medical Research full-time employment (Australian Graduate Institute (SAHMRI), the AHMS building is Survey 2015). Our degrees are designed to home to the new Adelaide Dental Hospital, provide hands-on experience in real-world five major research themes and our flagship environments, allowing students the chance to medical and nursing degrees. develop the skills and confidence required to The building brings together more than 1600 excel across a range of health-related careers. students and 700 health researchers in a vibrant, innovative environment where learning and discovery work hand-in-hand. 2 Why health? Adelaide Health and Medical Sciences building World-class simulation and clinical skills facilities State-of-the-art facilities, new teaching styles, and the latest technologies are taking our degrees into the future and transforming health sciences education, research and patient care in South Australia. Our world-class facilities include the: Dental Simulation Clinic; Ray Last laboratories, for bioskills, surgical skills and anatomy; and Adelaide Health Simulation. Located in the new AHMS building, Adelaide Health Simulation is the most high-tech health care teaching facility in Australasia. It includes 24 real-life simulation spaces, four critical-care operation theatres, eight acute-care ward suites, and four virtual home environments. Adelaide Health Simulation Adelaide Health and Medical Sciences building Why health? 3 Peer Mentoring Program Our Peer Mentoring Program offers support for international and domestic students in their transition to university. Senior-year students provide guidance and assistance to commencing students to help them meet new people, establish friendships and develop an understanding of the expectations and requirements of university life. Discover more, visit: health.adelaide.edu.au/ current-students/peer-mentoring/ Yaitya Purruna Indigenous Health Unit The words ‘yaitya purruna’ are from the Kaurna language of the Adelaide Plains People, and mean ‘our own health and wellbeing’. Yaitya Purruna Indigenous Health Unit provides support for all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students studying in the Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences. For more information, visit: health.adelaide.edu. au/engage/facilities-and-services/yaitya-purruna Integrating innovative teaching, hands-on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Access Entry Scheme experience and cutting-edge research, the Wirltu Yarlu: Aboriginal Education administers the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences is Islander (ATSI) Access Entry Scheme in partnership with the Faculty of Health a world leader in health education. and Medical Sciences’ Indigenous Student Support Officer and Admissions Team. The scheme offers Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians an alternative entry pathway to studying the following degrees: Global Learning experiences • Bachelor of Dental Surgery The faculty provides students with the • Bachelor of Health and Medical Sciences valuable opportunity to study overseas • Bachelor of Health and Medical Sciences during their degree. Depending on the (Advanced) degree, Global Learning experiences can include short study tours, semester • Bachelor of Medicine and exchanges, clinical placements, or volunteer Bachelor of Surgery opportunities. This opportunity will give • Bachelor of Nursing you a global perspective on major health • Bachelor of Psychological Science. challenges, and provide the chance to build confidence and intercultural skills. FIT UNI INTO LIFE MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY 8-9am Human Biology 10am-12pm Clinical 10am-12pm Case Based This diary snapshot is an example of how a student lecture Skills tutorial Learning tutorial may choose to schedule their university study and 9-11am Human Biology 12-1pm Medicine lecture 12pm Lunch at Uni Bar life. Attendance at university is less structured than tutorial 1pm Meet in Hub Central 4-5pm Bioscience lecture at high school. Hours spent on campus in lectures, 11am-2pm Private study/ 3-4pm Interprofessional tutorials, practicals or in the field—known as ‘contact lunch break learning tutorial 6pm Private study hours’—depend on the degree enrolled in, study 2-4pm Case Based 6-8pm Adelaide University Learning (CBL) tutorial Medical Orchestra mode selected (internal, external, online or flexible (AUMO) practice learning) and course choices. 6-8pm Private study 4 Why health? • ATSI Access Entry Scheme applicants are LIFE EXPERIENCE assessed on several factors, including: educational history; employment experience; understanding of the THROUGH GLOBAL chosen program of study; an interview and other factors that demonstrate their skills and study. LEARNING The interview panel will include an Indigenous Student Support Officer, a representative from the academic area in which the applicant seeks www.adelaide.edu.au/global-learning enrolment, and a student representative. For more information about the ATSI Scheme, All students will have the opportunity to study eligibility criteria and the admissions process, visit: overseas through a range of programs, including student exchange, study tours and summer and adelaide.edu.au/wirltu-yarlu/future-students winter schools. There are many exciting opport- Yaitya Purruna Health and unities in Europe, Asia, the Americas and Africa. Medical Scholarship The Yaitya Purruna Health and Medical Scholarship has been established by the ABORIGINAL AND Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students undertaking any undergraduate TORRES STRAIT program in the faculty. The scholarship is valued at $10,000 per year ISLANDERS for the duration of the degree and is awarded based on academic merit. For more information, visit: www.adelaide.edu.au/wirltu-yarlu scholarships.adelaide.edu.au/scholarship/ug/health/ yaitya-purruna-health-and-medical-scholarship The University of Adelaide values diversity where the rich cultures of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Incidental fees Islanders are taught, supported and celebrated. Wirltu Yarlu provides a range of services, and Most students in the faculty will have additional preparation programs that are designed to costs, over and above their tuition fees. support educational outcomes. Wirltu Yarlu is a Depending on the degree, this can include place where students can soar to new heights. things like textbooks, equipment, required immunisations, clearance renewals, first aid certificates, travel and accommodation for placements, and student amenities fees. ADVANCED For each degree’s specific fees, visit: adelaide.edu.au/student/finance/other-fees BACHELORS www.adelaide.edu.au/degree-finder High achieving students who are inspired by the opportunity to contribute to the world’s important discoveries and research advancements should consider the Advanced Bachelors degrees. These degrees provide a unique close quarters learning experience with academics of international distinction. THURSDAY FRIDAY 8am -12pm Medicine 8am Bioscience lecture lectures 9-11am Anatomy 1-2.30pm Ethics/Medical practical session Personal and Professional Development (MPPD) 1-3pm CBL tutorial tutorial 5.30pm Friday drinks 4-5pm MPPD lecture on Rundle Street 5.30pm Rowing practice 7pm Private study Why health? 5 CAREERS SERVICE AT ADELAIDE The Careers Service is available to The award winning Careers Service All employers value industry related work team works closely with a wide range of experience, and being able to draw on these assist all students to maximise their employers to ensure our industry knowledge experiences is one way of providing evidence is second to none. Our partnerships with of skills, knowledge and abilities developed. employability, develop connections local, national and international employers From the Careers Service, students can informs our staff about current opportunities access advice on how to source industry with industry, and develop available for students looking for work related work experience, how to create an experience or graduate work and provides an outstanding application, how to make the their competitive advantage for in-depth knowledge about what employers most of opportunities, and how to articulate are looking for. those experiences on their resume. employment by delivering a suite of To increase the awareness of employment The Careers Service also has an online industry informed, student focused opportunities after graduation, the Careers CareerHub available 24/7 listing opportunities Service organise an annual Careers Expo for work experience and graduate jobs, career development services. and host events where employers work on as well as industry related part-time and campus to network with students and promote volunteer work. CareerHub also hosts a career pathways within their organisations. large number of resources to help students connect with industry and apply for work. Our industry mentoring program provides opportunities for students to meet and gain In addition to individual careers advice insight from graduates, managers and leaders appointments, small group workshops offer at various stages in their career lifecycle. Getting topics such as writing resumes, preparing for to know people in your industry is a very interviews and looking for work experience. useful way to source career opportunities and make yourself more competitive. MCKEELY MANEY Qualification Bachelor of Health Sciences (Public Health) in 2014. Role Child Injury Prevention Project Officer at Kidsafe SA. Why Health Sciences? I had always wanted to help people so my Careers Counsellor at High School recommended a career in health. I looked at all the typical allied health professions but couldn’t see myself doing any of those jobs, so I applied for Health Sciences in the hope that it would keep my options open. Any advice? Definitely get involved with the internship program with the University and seek out those opportunities. Consider attending conferences on topics that interest you. Many not-for-profits need volunteers which provides an opportunity for you to get a feel for an organisation and know when jobs are becoming available. 6 Careers Service at Adelaide CAREERS AND STUDY INDICATIVE STUDY-TO-CAREER PATHWAYS Areas of interest Degrees Potential career pathways Anatomy Nutrition Bachelor of Health • Medical/research/clinical/nutrition scientist Biology Public health and Medical Sciences • Health information and promotion officer Health Reproductive health • Health policy advisory/planner Medical sciences Research • Community health worker Neuroscience • Researcher Anatomy Neuroscience Bachelor of Health and • Medical/research/clinical/nutrition scientist Entrepreneurship Nutrition Medical Sciences (Advanced) • Health information and promotion officer Health Public health • Health policy advisory/planner Leadership Reproductive health • Community health worker Medical sciences Research • Researcher Biology Infection control Bachelor of Nursing • Academia/clinical testing Community health Nursing • Aid organisations Clinical practice Medical care • Hospice care Health Palliative care • Infection control Health promotion Social care • Public, private or community health care • Registered nurse • Research Anatomy Disease prevention Bachelor of Medicine • Academia Biology Healthcare leadership and Bachelor of Surgery • Accident and emergency Chemistry Surgery • Clinical and medical research Clinical practice Human behaviour • Doctor Community health Medical sociology • General practice • Intensive care • Medical research • Medicine • Obstetrics • Population and global health • Psychiatry • Sports medicine • Surgery Biology Disease prevention Bachelor of Dental Surgery • Academia Clinical practice Health promotion • Defence forces Community health Oral health care • Private practice Dentistry • Public practice in government, community or school-based facilities Biology Psychology Bachelor of Psychological Science • Community and social welfare Data analysis Social sciences • Family and social justice Human behaviour Sociology • Health promotion Organisational Statistics • Human resource management Psychology • Juvenile justice and correctional services • Market research and advertising • Mental health services • Product development • Research/academia • Training and development Please note that some careers will require further study at postgraduate level. Careers and study 7 01 NEW RANKED RANKED DENTAL 1ST IN 39TH IN HOSPITAL AUSTRALIA* THE WORLD* DENTISTRY * Academic Ranking of World Universities of Academic Subjects 2017 8 Dentistry