A successful career in the healthcare industry might very well begin with a focused investigation of topics in health. Academic programs investigating this subject often allow students to choose a particular area of interest, such as dentistry, physical therapy or nursing.

A course is the study of a particular topic within a wider subject area and is the foundation of a qualification. A typical course includes lectures, assessments and tutorials.

Part-time learning allows one to obtain a degree or qualification even if one cannot attend school on a full-time basis. One can learn at one's own pace, gradually accumulating credits that count towards a final qualification.