About the Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Health Sciences

If you're keen to build an exciting career in the growing health sector, La Trobe's Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Health Sciences gives you strong foundations in biosciences and public health, as well as a well-rounded business skillset.

You'll establish a grounding in research as you prepare to solve major health challenges. And while you explore the complexities of health, you'll also delve into the key business challenges faced by modern societies around the world.

Learn how to analyse complex problems. Understand how to identify innovative solutions. Grow as a leader and thinker. And gain key communication skills as you collaborate with stakeholders – and turn your ideas into action. With a carefully selected range of majors to choose from, you can tailor this program to your interests and career aspirations in both commerce and health.

Entry requirements and pathways
International students

Admission requirements

International entry requirements

I am an international student holding a qualification from:

International entry requirements* for this course at Melbourne**

Please select your type of qualification in the dropdown above.

* The entry requirements provided above are only provided as a guide and based on the course’s current standard minimum Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR), the primary measure for entry into most undergraduate-entry university programs in Australia.

** Entry requirements may vary by location. To view entry requirements for this course at another location, please select the location in the drop down at the top of this page.

Subject prerequisites

Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or at least 20 in English other than EAL.

English language requirement

6.5 IELTS (Academic) with no individual band less than 6.0.

Please refer to our English Language Requirements page for details of other accepted English Proficiency tests and additional recognised English Language Proficiency Measures, such as English as the language of instruction.

Fees and scholarships

Estimated course fees for international students

Estimated fees per year (2023):A$39 000 per 120 credit points.
Note: 120 credit points represents full-time study for one year.

Scholarships:Available for this course

The International estimated fees are indicative only. The tuition fees you pay will depend on the subjects you choose to study, with each subject having its own cost. In some cases, your course fees may be higher than the indicated fees because of the subjects you choose.

International scholarships

Destination Australia – an Australian Government initiative

The Destination Australia scheme supports new international students to study in regional Australia and offers students a high-quality learning experience. For eligible applicants, these scholarships are worth up to A$15 000 per annum for up to four years.