# AlliedHealth

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## Take the lead in creating a healthier world

Allied health professionals play a critical role in our health system. These specialised clinicians help prevent, diagnose and treat conditions, to give their patients a better quality of life.

Our allied health programs have been designed to meet industry needs. You’ll get hands-on skills in clinical settings, in areas such as clinical exercise physiology, genetic counselling, physiotherapy, orthoptics, pharmacy and speech pathology.  Backed by expert practitioners and high-impact research, our courses will ensure you’re ready to become the innovative, people-focused healthcare practitioner of tomorrow.

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  Internationally ranked

  ## #11 in Australia

  UTS is ranked in the country’s top 15 universities for clinical and health studies.

  Times Higher Education Rankings by Subject 2024
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  Job postings

  ## 2,260,400 currently employed

  Over 2 million people currently work in health care and social assistance, making it the largest employer in Australia.

  Jobs and Skills Australia 2024
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  Career outlook

  ## 5.4% job growth

  The healthcare and social assistance industry, which includes allied health, has shown strong growth in the past year and is expected to continue booming.

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## Study options

## Related study areas

[### Public Health](https://www.uts.edu.au/for-students/health/public-health)

Public health is dedicated to helping people across our whole society live healthier, happier lives. With opportunities in government, non-profit and private settings, it’s an ideal choice for people who are passionate about wellbeing.

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[### Nursing and Midwifery](https://www.uts.edu.au/for-students/health/nursing-and-midwifery)

A nursing or midwifery qualification can take you far, with opportunities in public and private health, research, academia, policy, regulation and more, both in Australia and abroad.

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[### Sport and Exercise](https://www.uts.edu.au/for-students/health/sport-and-exercise)

Sport and exercise careers are ideal for individuals passionate about human health, physical activity and peak performance. Secure your place in this multi-billion-dollar global industry with a degree from UTS.

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[### Psychology](https://www.uts.edu.au/for-students/health-gsh/psychology)

If you’re fascinated by the way our brains work, a career in Psychology could be the perfect fit for you.

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[### Pharmacy](https://www.uts.edu.au/for-students/health-gsh/pharmacy)

Got a mind for chemistry and an interest in health? Pharmacy might be for you.

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[### Medical Science](https://www.uts.edu.au/for-students/science/medical-science)

Blend science and technology to improve patient health outcomes in our world-class Medical Science programs.

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## Frequently asked questions

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- ### What’s the difference between an orthoptist and optometrist?

  Orthoptists are clinicians who specialise in the assessment, diagnosis and non-surgical treatment, management, and rehabilitation of patients with eye disorders.

  While orthoptists can prescribe glasses, they primarily do this for therapeutic purposes and use non-surgical approaches for management of eye conditions.
- ### Where do Orthoptists work? Are they front line health care providers?

  Orthoptists can work as front-line health care providers depending on the setting in which they operate. Orthoptists work in many areas including neonatal care, paediatrics, rehabilitation, geriatrics, neurological impairment, community services and ophthalmic technology. A day in the life of an orthoptist can be quite varied.
- ### How different are the subjects between Orthoptics and Vision Science/Optometry?

  Vision Science subjects are taught at an undergraduate level, while the subjects in the Master of Orthoptics are taught at postgraduate level and have higher intellectual and academic requirements.

  Undergraduate Vision Science subjects can’t be awarded credit towards a master’s level Orthoptics course.
- ### Can an orthoptist open their own private practice?

  Orthoptists can open their own private practices, however due to the nature of their work, it is recommended that they first build a network of potential referrers.