Box Hill Institute
Bachelor of Community Services
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Level
Bachelor
Duration
3.0F/P
Campus
Box Hill (VIC)
Intl. Tuition
Fee not confirmed
Intake
TBD
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Course Overview
Bachelor of Community Services at Box Hill Institute in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia is a bachelor programme designed to give you both rigorous academic grounding and exposure to current practice in the field.
- Study with academics who are active researchers and industry practitioners, with regular contact through seminars, tutorials, and project work.
- Develop core knowledge in your first year before specialising through optional modules in later years tailored to your interests and career goals.
- Build practical, transferable skills — analysis, communication, teamwork, and project delivery — that employers across sectors actively look for.
- Access dedicated employability support including internships, placements, alumni mentoring, and a careers service that connects students to graduate roles.
- Join a global student community with extracurricular societies, sports, volunteering, and study-abroad opportunities to round out your university experience.
Career snapshot (indicative)
Health sciences graduates pursue clinical, research, policy and industry roles across the healthcare ecosystem, including NHS trusts, pharmaceutical firms, public health agencies and health technology companies.
Student life (indicative)
City offers a comfortable, outdoor-focused student lifestyle. Great weather, natural surroundings and a friendly community create a welcoming environment, with cafés, bars and local events to fill your downtime.
The University at a Glance
Staff Ratio
18.0:1
Career Prospects
Avg Starting Salary
£33,970
First-year earnings
Costs & Living
Intl. Tuition
Fee not confirmed
Check the university's official fee page
City & Location
Major metropolitan (>1m inhabitants)
Course Curriculum
Year 1
- Foundations of Bachelor of Community Services
- Academic and Research Skills
- Quantitative Methods
- Introduction to Theory and Practice
- Optional language or breadth module.
Year 2
- Intermediate Bachelor of Community Services topics
- Applied Methods and Tools
- Group Project
- Two optional pathway modules
- Career and Industry Insights.
Year 3
- Advanced Bachelor of Community Services
- Independent Dissertation or Capstone Project
- Two specialist optional modules aligned with your interests
- Employability and Professional Development.
Entry Requirements
Subjects
- Current Year 12 graduates Educational outcomes considered for selection Applicants with no prior study and with work and life experience should contact the Academic Course Manager for an interview prior to applying. English language test selection A minimum IELTS overall score of 6.5 (Academic) with no band less than 6.5 A minimum TOEFL score of 575 for paper examination
- 232 for computer based and 90 for Internet based, or approved equivalent. SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for equity schemes. Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, an equity schemes application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to Box Hill Institute Equity schemes information and the Box Hill Institute website Recent Year 12 graduates Educational outcomes considered for selection Applicants with no prior study and with work and life experience should contact the Academic Course Manager for an interview prior to applying. English language test selection A minimum IELTS overall score of 6.5 (Academic) with no band less than 6.5 A minimum TOEFL score of 575 for paper examination
- 232 for computer based and 90 for Internet based, or approved equivalent. SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for equity schemes. Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, an equity schemes application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to Box Hill Institute Equity schemes information and the Box Hill Institute website Applicants with Higher Education study Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations. Interview Applicants with no prior study and with work and life experience should contact the Academic Course Manager for an interview prior to applying. English language test selection A minimum IELTS overall score of 6.5 (Academic) with no band less than 6.5 A minimum TOEFL score of 575 for paper examination
- 232 for computer based and 90 for Internet based, or approved equivalent. SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for equity schemes. Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, an equity schemes application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to Box Hill Institute Equity schemes information and the Box Hill Institute website Applicants with VET study Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations. Interview Applicants with no prior study and with work and life experience should contact the Academic Course Manager for an interview prior to applying. English language test selection A minimum IELTS overall score of 6.5 (Academic) with no band less than 6.5 A minimum TOEFL score of 575 for paper examination
- 232 for computer based and 90 for Internet based, or approved equivalent. SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for equity schemes. Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, an equity schemes application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to Box Hill Institute Equity schemes information and the Box Hill Institute website Applicants with work and life experience Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations. Interview Applicants with no prior study and with work and life experience should contact the Academic Course Manager for an interview prior to applying. English language test selection A minimum IELTS overall score of 6.5 (Academic) with no band less than 6.5 A minimum TOEFL score of 575 for paper examination
- 232 for computer based and 90 for Internet based, or approved equivalent. SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for equity schemes. Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, an equity schemes application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to Box Hill Institute Equity schemes information and the Box Hill Institute website | Year 12 prerequisites Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 20 in any English. Non-Year 12 prerequisites As for year 12 or equivalent .
Assessment Methods
Assessment is varied across the programme and may include: Written examinations across foundational modules; Coursework essays and analytical reports; Group and individual projects with presentations; Practical lab, studio, or fieldwork assessments where relevant; A final-year dissertation or capstone project that lets you specialise in a topic of your choice.
Campus & City Life
Staff Ratio
18:1
Students per staff
Campus at a Glance
City Size
Major metropolitan (>1m inhabitants)
Climate (indicative)
Mild coastal
Safety Index (indicative)
8.0/10
Transport
Good (close to station or regional airport)
Social Scene
Friendly community | Coastal lifestyle
Student Life & City (indicative)
City offers a comfortable, outdoor-focused student lifestyle. Great weather, natural surroundings and a friendly community create a welcoming environment, with cafés, bars and local events to fill your downtime.
- City offers a comfortable, outdoor-focused student lifestyle.
- Great weather, natural surroundings and a friendly community create a welcoming environment, with cafés, bars and local events to fill your downtime.
What Students Love
- Outdoor & nature activities
- Great café culture
- Thriving student social scene
- Beach lifestyle
University Stats
Career & Outcomes
Avg Starting Salary
£33,970
Average first-year salary
Placement Year
✗ Not offered
Industry work experience
Career Outcomes Overview (indicative)
Health sciences graduates pursue clinical, research, policy and industry roles across the healthcare ecosystem, including NHS trusts, pharmaceutical firms, public health agencies and health technology companies.
- Health sciences graduates pursue clinical, research, policy and industry roles across the healthcare ecosystem, including NHS trusts, pharmaceutical firms, public health agencies and health technology companies.
Top Industries for Graduates
- Healthcare
- Business
- Education
Study Abroad Opportunities
Y
- Y
Costs & Living Expenses
Intl. Tuition
Fee not confirmed
Check the university's official fee page
Overall Cost of Living (indicative)
HIGH
This location has a higher cost of living. Budget accordingly for accommodation, food, and general expenses.
Monthly Student Budget (indicative)
Cost Overview (indicative)
Like most major Australian cities, City carries a moderate-to-high cost of living — expect around $1,810/month (housing $1,040, food $420, transport $110). A comfortable lifestyle at costs below Australia's major east-coast cities.
- Like most major Australian cities, City carries a moderate-to-high cost of living — expect around $1,810/month (housing $1,040, food $420, transport $110).
- A comfortable lifestyle at costs below Australia's major east-coast cities.