Australian Catholic University

Graduate Diploma in Public Health

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

ACU’s Graduate Diploma in Public Health equips graduates with advanced knowledge, understanding and skills in public health to improve population health and well-being. The course prepares graduates to practice with a community, national or global focus, and with an ethical, social justice perspective.

On successful completion of the course, graduates should be able to demonstrate advanced knowledge across major subject areas within public health; analyse and utilise best available evidence to support public health action; and demonstrate skills needed to critique and implement a range of public health interventions.

Delivery mode

Australian Catholic University offers this course through the following delivery modes:

On campus

Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.


Locations
  • 115 Victoria Parade, Fitzroy

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

To be eligible for admission to the course, an applicant must have:

  • a Bachelor degree (or higher) or equivalent.
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $0 - $23,178 $25,320 Fees are based on full-time study.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
Standard Tuition:
$23,178
Standard Tuition:
$25,320
Full Fee Tuition:
$23,178
Full Fee Tuition:
$25,320
Enquire with Australian Catholic University to find out more.
Study mode On Campus
Duration 12 Months
Estimated fee* $0 - $23,178 $25,320 Support may be available

Career opportunities

The Graduate Diploma in Public Health will prepare you for the following roles.

Epidemiologist

An Epidemiologist studies the patterns, causes, and effects of diseases and health conditions in populations. You might work in public health depar...

Avg yearly income $76,388
Entry barriers Low

Health Information Manager

A Health Information Manager oversees the management of health information systems and data within healthcare organisations. You might work in hosp...

Avg yearly income $93,600
Entry barriers Low

Healthcare Project Manager

A Healthcare Project Manager coordinates and oversees projects within the healthcare sector, ensuring they are delivered on time and within budget....

Avg yearly income $68,120
Entry barriers Low

Health Promotion Officer

Health Promotion Officers are community-based professionals who promote healthy living to the general public. They carry out community education pr...

Avg yearly income $82,472
Entry barriers Low

Public Health Nutritionist

A Public Health Nutritionist promotes healthy eating habits and nutritional practices to improve community health. You might work in government age...

Avg yearly income $85,904
Entry barriers Low

Public Health Officer

Public Health Officers raise community awareness of current health issues and seek to improve the overall health and wellbeing of the general publi...

Avg yearly income $130,000
Entry barriers Low

About Australian Catholic University

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