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GPHSC1102 Anatomy & Physiology for health professionals 2

This unit is one of two units that provide foundational knowledge of human anatomy and physiology relevant to the health professions. In this unit the biological basis of human health and the working of the human body will be explored. This unit will incorporate additional learning hours to support the development of students¿ academic and study skills The major themes of study relate to body defences, integration and control through hormonal process and maintenance and development of normal body function through nutrition and fluid balance. An integrated approach using case scenarios provides inter-professional learning opportunities and allows scrutiny of structural and physiological changes across the lifespan. Topics include: the structure and function of the integumentary and lymphatic systems with emphasis on their roles in immunity; the structure and function of the endocrine, digestive and urinary systems; metabolism; the special senses; growth and development; and the choice of 2 elective streams designed to meet student discipline requirements in the areas of health science or nursing.

Credit points
15
EFTSL
0.125
Band
Band 2

Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) unit fee

A Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) is one that is subsidised by the Australian Government, which means students only pay the student contribution amount of the tuition fee. CSPs are only available to eligible domestic students.

The student contribution amount depends on the unit and how much funding the Government provides. Each unit is classified into a band based on its discipline (which may be different to your overall course discipline).   

2025 student contribution amount: $1,164


2025 grandfathered student contribution amount (for students who commenced before 1 Jan 2021*): $1,164

* If you are a continuing student (who commenced your course before 1 January 2021) you will continue paying the same amount as you would have, had legislative reforms not been implemented for any units that would otherwise have an increased student contribution amount.

Clinical Psychology & Professional Pathways 

For Clinical Psychology & Professional Pathways bands, the student contribution amount is determined by the accredited course. Visit our CSP page for further information, including a list of accredited courses. Students not studying in an accredited course will pay the fees listed above. 

Domestic full fee–paying places

A domestic full fee–paying place is one that isn’t subsidised by the Australian Government. These places are offered to postgraduate students or those who are ineligible for a CSP. Domestic postgraduate tuition fees are course-based annual fees, which means individual unit fees vary according to the degree. To find out more about domestic tuition fees and view the relevant fee schedule visit our fees website. 

International full fee–paying places

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