Graduate Certificate in Epidemiology

Program Overview

Western Sydney University's Graduate Certificate in Epidemiology equips students with the knowledge and skills to combat disease, improve global health, and develop effective public health policies. The program covers core subjects in epidemiology and biostatistics, along with specialist electives in disease surveillance, environmental epidemiology, and research protocol design. Graduates can pursue careers as health researchers, clinicians, or in various industries related to public health.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

- Overview:

Western Sydney University's Graduate Certificate in Epidemiology aims to equip students with the skills and knowledge to combat disease, improve global health, and establish effective public health policy. Collaboratively working with clinicians, policy makers, and community partners, Western University has become a leader in health research, nationally and internationally.

- Objectives:

This program's primary objective is to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of epidemiological concepts and methods. Through this understanding, graduates will be able to contribute to health-related fields such as public health, environmental health, communicable disease control, and many more.

Outline:

• Program Structure:
Full-time program completion: 6 months Semester 1: March – June Semester 2: July – October
• Core Subjects:
Epidemiology Biostatistics
• Specialist Electives:
Disease Surveillance Environmental Epidemiology

Careers:

• Potential Career Paths:
Health Researcher Clinician
• Medical
• Nursing
• Allied Health

Potential Industries

Government Departments Health Service Settings Private Industry Domestic Non-Government Organizations International Non-Government Organizations