University of Tasmania
Graduate Diploma in Public Health
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationThe Graduate Diploma in Public Health develops foundation competencies required for effective public health practice in Australia and globally. It encourages you to think broadly about the factors that affect health and wellbeing including social, environmental, cultural, economic, political, and structural determinants.
This course will give you the skills and knowledge to address public health challenges via public health practice that is culturally competent, collaborative, evidence-based and builds capacity for public health action. This program is relevant to those who work within public health as well as those wanting to move into the field of public health.
Delivery mode
University of Tasmania offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Blended
Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.
- Churchill Ave, Hobart
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Tertiary: Successful completion of an AQF 7 Bachelor degree or equivalent
Where standard entry is not able to be met the following criteria for alternative entry will be considered by the Course Coordinator:
- At least 3 years relevant work experience (Specific occupations, workplace settings and industries are more relevant for specific courses and will receive greater weighting in consideration) demonstrating the relevance of the course;
- A record of high achievement in any other qualifications or uncompleted undergraduate qualifications such as Distinction average.
Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
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...
Health Information Manager
A Health Information Manager oversees the management of health information systems and data within healthcare organisations. You might work in hosp...
Healthcare Project Manager
A Healthcare Project Manager coordinates and oversees projects within the healthcare sector, ensuring they are delivered on time and within budget....
Health Promotion Officer
Health Promotion Officers are community-based professionals who promote healthy living to the general public. They carry out community education pr...
Public Health Nutritionist
A Public Health Nutritionist promotes healthy eating habits and nutritional practices to improve community health. You might work in government age...
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...
About University of Tasmania
Providing a good education to as many Tasmanians as possible is at the heart of everything we do.
To strengthen and future-proof our ability to do this, we’re transforming our University. We’re building new pathways for our students, reflecting their changing needs, so that where you start in life does not define where you go.
