Acupuncture stimulates specific points on the body in order to regulate the flow of Qi (Vital energy) to balance the functions of the body, mind and spirit and restore health.
Where could a Bachelor of Health Science (Acupuncture) take you?
The ancient practice of Acupuncture, a form of Traditional Chinese Medicine, has become a widely used treatment option in Australia.
As a student you will gain an understanding of Traditional Chinese Medicine philosophy and principles and learn to apply these practically through techniques such as acupuncture, Qi Gong, Chinese herbs, Chinese dietary therapy and massage (Tui Na). Throughout this degree, you will have extensive opportunity for clinical practice in Endeavour's on campus Wellnation Clinics.
Endeavour's Bachelor of Health Science (Acupuncture) is approved by the Chinese Medicine Board of Australia (CMBA). Graduates must apply for registration with CMBA if they wish to use professional titles and practise as a Chinese medicine practitioner in Australia. Information regarding registration standards is available on the CMBA website.
Education, product development and media positions are other popular career outcomes for Acupuncture graduates, in addition to clinical practice.
Endeavour offers the flexibility to study some of your subjects online. With the support of an online tutor and a robust Learning Management System that can be accessed at any time of the day, you can fit study around your work and personal commitments.
Check the course structure below to see which subjects are available online.
Please note that volume of online study may be restricted depending on visa conditions if you are an international student.
View the subjects in the current Bachelor of Health Science (Acupuncture) course structure. Subject outlines are available by clicking on the subject title.
The Bachelor of Health Science (Acupuncture) contains more than % of clinical or practical subjects.
Endeavour students are some of the most prepared in Australia to enter clinical practice.
As you progress through your Bachelor of Health Science (Acupuncture), you will gain significant clinical experience at Endeavour’s on-campus teaching clinics under supervision of academics.
You will develop and hone your skills to run or work within a successful clinic, including patient assessment & management, patient recruitment & continuity of care, customer service and dispensary management.
If you have fully or partially completed a qualification with another provider (either at a Higher Education or Vocational Education and Training level), you may receive advanced standing towards your Bachelor of Health Science (Acupuncture) degree via our Educational Pathways process.
Use our online Articulation Abacus to calculate possible credit based on your previous studies.