Foundational subjects in social science include human development and public health, human geography, sociology, psychology, research methods and statistics and interdisciplinary competencies. During your second and third years you'll focus on social determinants of health. You will study health as a human experience, local and global environments, and factors affecting health such as life expectancy, the effects of stress, early childhood development, illness, social exclusion, and unemployment. You will learn to scientifically analyse populations and their environments to identify problems and formulate solutions.

Applicants need to have achieved the required score in a qualification equivalent to the completion of 13 years of schooling in Australia. In order to succeed in your chosen course, it is assumed you have completed relevant subjects in your senior high school studies or other relevant qualifications. This is particularly important for degrees which have a strong basis in Mathematics or Science. You must be able to demonstrate skills in English to satisfy course entry requirements.