Unit of Study HLTH1001 Introduction to Science for Health Professions (2025)

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Unit Snapshot

Unit type

UG Coursework Unit
Credit points

12
Faculty & College

SCU College
Placement

No

Anti-requisites

Cannot be taken if already completed or enrolling in SCIN1001 - Nature of Science.

Unit description

This unit focuses on the underlying concepts of science essential for success in health studies. Students explore the nature of science as it relates to health and apply analytical and quantitative skills to a range of health-related contexts. Students learn to use scientific language to communicate processes and concepts. Learning skills specific for the health sciences are developed.

Unit content

Introduction to the scientific method and evidence-based practice
Introduction to health science data and chemistry
Chemical bonds, pH & buffers
Introduction to organ systems, cells, homeostasis, and the nervous system
Introduction to the cardiovascular and respiratory systems
Introduction to the musculoskeletal system and movement

Availabilities

Location	Domestic	International
Coffs Harbour	Term1	Term1
Gold Coast	Term1,3,5	Term1,3,5
Lismore	Term1	Term1
Online	Term1,3,5	Term1,3,5

Learning outcomes

Unit Learning Outcomes express learning achievement in terms of what a student should know, understand and be able to do on completion of a unit. These outcomes are aligned with the graduate attributes. The unit learning outcomes and graduate attributes are also the basis of evaluating prior learning.

On completion of this unit, students should be able to:

Demonstrate a sound understanding of the nature of science, and the ability to communicate using scientific language as it relates to health science to a variety of audiences.

Demonstrate an understanding of foundational scientific concepts that are essential for successful tertiary study in health.

Apply analytical and quantitative skills in a range of health related contexts.

Teaching and assessment

Teaching method

Tutorial 2 hours (Weekly)

Workshop 1 hour (Weekly)

Assessment
Quiz	20%
Case study	40%
Case study	40%

Teaching method

Tutorial 2 hours (Weekly)

Workshop 1 hour (Weekly)

Assessment
Quiz	20%
Case study	40%
Case study	40%

Teaching method

Tutorial 2 hours (Weekly)

Workshop 1 hour (Weekly)

Assessment
Quiz	20%
Case study	40%
Case study	40%

Teaching method

Tutorial 2 hours (Weekly)

Workshop 1 hour (Weekly)

Assessment
Quiz	20%
Case study	40%
Case study	40%

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Fee information

Domestic

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