What are the different streams at NSHM Institute of Health Sciences?

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Main working areas to work in Australia for students after a Bachelor's in Medicine and Health Sciences

1. Healthcare & Clinical Support

Roles that support doctors, nurses, and clinical teams:

• Medical laboratory assistant

• Clinical research assistant

• Patient care assistant

• Pathology collector

• Allied health assistant

• Pharmacy assistant

2. Public Health & Community Health

Work in health promotion, disease prevention, and community well-being:

• Public health officer

• Health promotion officer

• Community health worker

• Epidemiology assistant

• Environmental health assistant

3. Medical Research & Laboratory Sciences

Ideal if you enjoy biology, chemistry, and lab work:

• Research assistant

• Laboratory technician

• Biotech assistant

• Clinical trials coordinator (junior roles)

• Genetics or microbiology assistant

4. Health Administration & Management

Non-clinical roles in hospitals, clinics, insurance, and government:

• Hospital administration officer

• Medical receptionist

• Health services management assistant

• Medical records officer

• Medicare / insurance claim officer

5. Pharmaceutical & Biotech Industry

Roles related to drug development, medical technology, and sales:

• Pharmaceutical sales representative

• Clinical data assistant

• Quality control technician

• Regulatory affairs assistant

• Medical product specialist

6. Mental Health & Social Care

For graduates with psychology or health-science electives:

• Mental health support worker

• Caseworker

• Disability support worker

• Youth support worker

7. Aged Care & Disability Services

Growing sector in Australia:

• Aged care worker

• Disability services coordinator

• NDIS support worker

8. Health Informatics & Digital Health

A rapidly expanding area:

• Health data entry assistant

• E-health support officer

• Medical software support

• Health information management assistant

9. Fitness, Nutrition & Wellness

For students with electives or certificates:

• Nutrition assistant

• Health and wellness coach

• Fitness trainer (with additional certification)

10. Pathways to Further Study (Leading to Advanced Careers)

A Bachelor in Health Sciences can also lead to:

• Doctor of Medicine (MD)

• Nursing (Graduate Entry)

• Physiotherapy

• Occupational therapy

• Medical laboratory science

• Public health (MPH)

• Dentistry, Nutrition, Pharmacy (postgrad pathways)

Yes, applicants can apply for the MBBS course at a college affiliated with NTR University of Health Sciences through a single application form. Moreover, a candidate admitted to the course in any of the affiliated institutions shall apply for registration with this University in the prescribed form within one month from the date of joining the college. The registration application is in the required format and includes payment. An identity number will then be issued by the university, and it will remain valid until the student finishes this course. The student won't be regarded as a legitimate university student without this identity number.