Graduate Diploma in Public Health
Be an advocate for health
Public health is a broad discipline that aims to improve the health and wellbeing of communities and populations. Public health practitioners assess large-scale issues and come up with policy-based strategies to tackle them.
Our graduate diploma is ideal for professionals looking to advance their career in the public health sector.
What will you do?
This qualification can be completed in one year of full-time study. You will:
- complete four core courses and four electives
- study the organisation and delivery of public health services
- gain insight into relevant social, cultural, economic and environmental factors
- explore policies and practices that support and improve health.
Flexible study options
The Graduate Diploma in Public Health offers a versatile path towards a rewarding career in the health sector. You can tailor your academic journey by selecting electives that reflect your specific interests and craft a customised study plan.
Where could it take you?
Graduates who meet entry requirements can progress to further study with the Master of Public Health. As a public health professional you might design and implement educational campaigns and programs. You could work with communities to manage local health problems. Perhaps you’ll keep the public informed during times of crisis.
New Commonwealth Supported Places
Successful domestic applicants to the Graduate Diploma in Public Health will now receive a Commonwealth Supported Place, meaning a reduction of up to 80% off of the full course fees due to government subsidies. Offer subject to change.
Study public health at the University of Adelaide
Discover how studying public health with us can give you the knowledge, skills and hands-on experience you need for career success—and equip you to make a real difference in the world.
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Entry Requirements
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information for this program.
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Domestic applicants
| SATAC Code | 3GD049 |
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| Deferment | Yes - 2 year |
| Intake | February and July |
Selection Criteria
| Higher Education Study | A completed Bachelors degree or equivalent with a minimum GPA of 4.5, OR A minimum of 7 years public health related work experience (evidence of which to be assessed by the program coordinator and must be uploaded with the SATAC application).
Please note: To upgrade to the Master of Public Health, students must achieve a GPA of 5.0 or higher. |
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Fees and Scholarships
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Domestic applicants
| Indicative annual tuition fees |
Commonwealth-supported place: $9,315
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Where the standard duration of the program is less than one year the full cost of the program is displayed.
Successful domestic applicants to the Graduate Diploma in Public Health will now receive a Commonwealth Supported Place, meaning a reduction of up to 80% off of the full course fees due to government subsidies. Offer subject to change.
Scholarships
Scholarships are not only for high achievers—they are also available to provide students with an equal opportunity to study at university, no matter where they live or what their financial situation might be.
Scholarships are available to both new and continuing students. We encourage students to apply for any scholarships for which they may be eligible.
To browse scholarships offered by the University, visit: University Scholarships
To explore scholarships offered by organisations external to the University, visit: External Scholarships
Careers
Career Readiness
The University of Adelaide Careers Service prepares, inspires and empowers students to achieve successful career transitions and connect with industry.
Graduate Attributes
The objective of this program is to produce graduates with specific attributes as outlined in University of Adelaide Graduate Attributes.- Deep discipline knowledge and intellectual breadth
- Creative and critical thinking, and problem solving
- Teamwork and communication skills
- Professionalism and leadership readiness
- Intercultural and ethical competency
- Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural competency
- Digital capabilities
- Self-awareness and emotional intelligence
Industry Placement
Advance your career in Public Health
Apoorva's placement during her studies gave her the opportunity to have an immediate impact on societal health, kickstarting her career in the industry.
Potential careers
Graduates of this program have gone on to roles such as:
Public Health; Public Health Officer; Ministerial Adviser; Non Government Organisation Worker; Community Development Officer; Policy Adviser; Development Officer; Project Development Manager; Project Manager; Project Officer ...
Degree Structure
Students complete 2 core courses in Public Health and 6 elective courses in thematic areas in Public Health.
Academic Program Rules
The Calendar is a comprehensive handbook of the University's academic program rules.
Example Study Plan
Core Courses
Courses to the value of up to 6 units (two courses) may be taken from the following:
- PUB HLTH 7074 Introduction to Biostatistics (Sem 1)
- PUB HLTH 7075 Introduction to Epidemiology (Sem 1)
- PUB HLTH 7090 Global Public Health (Sem 2)
- PUB HLTH 7091 Public Health Evaluation and Economics (Sem 2)
- PUB HLTH 7092 Health Systems, Systems Thinking & Advocacy for Change (SS)
- PUB HLTH 7093 Promoting Health in Individuals and Populations (Sem 1)
- PUB HLTH 7113 Environmental and Occupational Health (Sem 2)
Elective Courses
Courses to the value of up to 18 units (six courses) may be taken from the
following:
- HEALTH 7000 Ethical Challenges in Modern Health Care (Sem 2)
- PUB HLTH 7028 Infectious Disease Epidemiology (Sem 1)
- PUB HLTH 7078 Qualitative Research Methods In Health (Sem 1)
- PUB HLTH 7090 Global Public Health (Sem 2)
- PUB HLTH 7091 Public Health Evaluation and Economics (Sem 2)
- PUB HLTH 7093 Promoting Health in Individuals and Populations (Sem 1)
- PUB HLTH 7096 Making Healthy Public Policy (WS)
- PUB HLTH 7104 Biostatistics (3 units) (not offered 2024)
- PUB HLTH 7106 Epidemiology Research Methods (Sem 2)
- PUB HLTH 7113 Environmental and Occupational Health (Sem 2)
- PUB HLTH 7147OL Health Technology Assessment (Sem 2) (should
only be taken after completing PUB HLTH 7074 and PUB HLTH 7075)
OR other postgraduate coursework courses offered by the University or
another University which the Faculty approves in lieu of elective courses to
the value of 6 Units.
Assessment
Exams, presentations and written assignments.
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Further Study
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Last updated: Thursday, 12 Sep 2024
