Queensland University of Technology

Graduate Diploma in Public Health

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

Public health professionals promote population health and wellbeing in service areas such as food safety, disease control, prevention programs, health promotion and environmental health.

QUT's public health programs are designed for professionals interested in a career in public health, mid-career professionals seeking advancement and clinicians looking to broaden their range of expertise.

Students obtain core skills in epidemiology and biostatistics and an understanding of contemporary and challenging population health issues. You may choose to complete specialist study in emergency and disaster management; epidemiology and research methods; health promotion; health services management; health, safety and environment; or select units from more than one study area.

Delivery mode

Queensland University of Technology offers this course through the following delivery modes:

On campus

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


Locations
  • Victoria Park Rd, Kelvin Grove

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
  • You must have a recognised bachelor degree (or higher qualification) in any discipline.
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $0 - $24,300 $34,300 Fees are based on full-time study.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
Standard Tuition:
$24,300
Standard Tuition:
$34,300
Full Fee Tuition:
$24,300
Full Fee Tuition:
$34,300
Enquire with Queensland University of Technology to find out more.
Study mode On Campus
Duration 12 Months
Estimated fee* $0 - $24,300 $34,300 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 Queensland University of Technology

Queensland University of Technology (QUT) is an ambitious institution, with a growing research output focused on technology and innovation. QUT ranks in the world’s top 200 universities.

Our strategic plan establishes QUT as 'the university for the real world' and charts our provision of transformative education and research that is relevant to our communities.

With more than 50,000 students across two inner-city campuses in Brisbane, QUT offers academic programs in fields spanning business, creative industries, education, engineering, health, law, science, and social justice across five faculties.