Sociology inspires you to think differently about the world. We discover how a ‘sociological imagination’ enables us to better understand our lives, the groups we belong to and how societies are changing. From growing up with social media to changing gender roles, sociology is about explaining how the ‘big picture’ shapes our individual lives and experiences. Grounded in real-world...

This unit is an assignment-based unit in which you will explore a particular aspect of agriculture, food science or microbiology in detail through the production of a review of the scientific literature in that area. The topic is chosen through consultation with the unit coordinator to complement your area of specialisation. In this unit you will develop skills that allow you to access, evaluate...

In Anatomy and Physiology for Health Care, you will learn the typical structure (anatomy) and function (physiology) of the human body, focusing on the contributions of the major body systems to health and wellbeing across the lifespan. Interrelationships between organ systems for maintaining homeostasis and performing activities of living will be emphasised, along with the relevance of concepts...

This unit covers a range of legal topics relating to the business environment. It combines topics that are necessary for a consideration of business and corporate law including: an introduction to  legal systems; contract law principles (including breaches and disputes);varied business structures, the law of agency,  competition and consumer law;  and basic corporate law and governance...

This unit examines the changing philosophies that have underpinned the practice of child and family health. The unit content will particularly focus on critical reflection, social constructions of motherhood, primary health care and strategies to promote the health of children and families in the community such as anticipatory guidance and the facilitation of group work with parents. ...

In this unit, you’ll explore the critical roles of leaders, managers, governing bodies, staff, consumers, and the community in delivering safe, high-quality healthcare services. Effective governance structures, frameworks and systems will be evaluated, emphasising safety and quality requirements. By understanding leadership dynamics and stakeholder engagement, you’ll learn approaches to...

In this unit students will explore issues related to counselling with children and adolescents. Consideration is given to developmental issues, attachment, disorders of childhood and adolescence, chronic illness and disability. Strategies for intervention will also be addressed including engaging children in therapy and the therapeutic needs of children and adolescents facing specific problems....

This unit builds students’ grasp of disciplinary methods and knowledge through focusing on a text-based special topic. Students will undertake a program of guided reading and discussion led by an academic expert. ...

This unit provides you with an understanding of research literature in health sciences. Scientific literature and related pharmaceutical literature including trade publications will be appraised. The principles and skills in evaluation and interpretation of the literature will be discussed and applied to assess the validity of clinical trial design, and the presentation and interpretation of...

This unit provides students with the knowledge and skills to understanding the operation, construction, and characteristics of ship's electrical and electronic systems, including the control systems, to enable safe and efficient operation of a commercial vessel and its machinery at an operational level. This includes design specifications, trouble shooting, maintenance and repair, and...