Program Overview

Graduate Diploma of Public Health

The Graduate Diploma of Public Health is a broad field that aims to improve and protect the health and well-being of the general population. As a public health practitioner, you can make a real difference to the lives of local, national, and international communities.

About the Course

Public health practitioners help individuals and communities have greater control over their health and well-being, and to influence organizational and political environments in ways that lead to better health for all. They work across the lifespan, including the early years, child and adolescent health, and healthy aging to support population health.

Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) Level

This course has been accredited by ECU as an AQF Level 8 Graduate Diploma Award.

Course Code

The course code for the Graduate Diploma of Public Health is W61.

Entry Requirements

ECU admission and English language requirements apply. Academic admission requirements may be satisfied through completion of a Bachelor degree in a cognate discipline or equivalent prior learning, including at least five years of relevant professional experience. English competency requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following: IELTS Academic Overall band minimum score of 6.5, a Bachelor degree from a country specified on the English Proficiency Bands page, or successfully completed 0.375 EFTSL of study at postgraduate level or higher at an Australian higher education provider.

Admissions

ECU admission profile applies.

Fees

• Domestic fee paying: estimated 1st year indicative fee AUD $26,550
• International students: estimated 1st year indicative fee AUD $41,700

Duration

1 year full-time or part-time equivalent for domestic students, and 1 year full-time for international students.

Availability and Campus

The course is available at the Joondalup campus and online.

Course Structure

Students are required to complete three core units, one core option unit, and two recommended elective units.

Core Units

• MMP6100: Evidence-Based Practice
• HST5161: Public Health: Philosophy, Principles, and Practice
• HST5120: Epidemiology

Core Option Units

Choose at least one core optional unit from the following list:

• HST6337: Communicable Disease
• HST6355: Ageing, Health, and Wellbeing
• HST6338: Law and Ethical Issues
• HST6510: Public Health Planning and Evaluation

Recommended Electives

Choose two units from the following list of recommended electives:

• HST6510: Public Health Planning and Evaluation
• HST6337: Communicable Disease
• HST6338: Law and Ethical Issues
• HST6355: Ageing, Health, and Wellbeing
• HST6350: Drug Use and Addictive Behaviours
• HST6335: Public Health Strategies
• NUT6110: Food Vision
• OHS6205: Health, Safety, and Workplace Environment
• OHS6137: Emergency & Crisis Management
• OHS6178: Occupational Toxicology
• MAT5212: Biostatistics
• HST6520: Health Science Career Transitions

Course Notes

Course Learning Outcomes

1. Communicate advanced public health knowledge, concepts, and ideas to a variety of audiences.
2. Apply cognitive, technical, and interpretative skills to investigate and evaluate complex psychosocial and health issues in authentic situations.
3. Demonstrate high-level independent judgment and analytical skills by critiquing comprehensive public health initiatives.

Career Opportunities

Public health graduates work in health promotion or health services, epidemiology, policy development, planning and evaluation, nutrition, and physical activity programs, or in support services for people with addictions. Possible future job titles include Health Promotion Officer, Project Officer, Health Education Officer, and Policy Officer.

Similar Courses to Consider

• Graduate Certificate in Public Health
• Master of Public Health