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University of Adelaide

  • 28% international / 72% domestic

Graduate Diploma in Public Health

  • Graduate Diploma

Public health is a broad discipline that aims to improve the health and wellbeing of communities and populations. Public health practitioners assess large-scale issues and come up with policy-based strategies to tackle them.

Key details

Degree Type
Graduate Diploma
Duration
1 year full-time
Course Code
3GD049, 019816D
Intake Months
Jul, Feb
International Fees
$44,500 per year / $44,500 total

About this course

Be an advocate for health

Public health is a broad discipline that aims to improve the health and wellbeing of communities and populations. Public health practitioners assess large-scale issues and come up with policy-based strategies to tackle them.

Our graduate diploma is ideal for professionals looking to advance their career in the public health sector.

Study locations

North Terrace

North Terrace Campus

What you will learn

This qualification can be completed in one year of full-time study. You will:

  • complete four core courses and four electives
  • study the organisation and delivery of public health services
  • gain insight into relevant social, cultural, economic and environmental factors
  • explore policies and practices that support and improve health.

Flexible study options

The Graduate Diploma in Public Health offers a versatile path towards a rewarding career in the health sector. You can tailor your academic journey by selecting electives that reflect your specific interests and craft a customised study plan.

Career pathways

Graduates who meet entry requirements can progress to further study with the

. As a public health professional you might design and implement educational campaigns and programs. You could work with communities to manage local health problems. Perhaps you'll keep the public informed during times of crisis.

New Commonwealth Supported Places

Successful domestic applicants to the Graduate Diploma in Public Health will now receive a Commonwealth Supported Place, meaning a reduction of up to 80% off of the full course fees due to government subsidies. Offer subject to change.

  • Ranked #95 globally for Public, Environmental and Occupational Health*
  • Very strong employment growth projected (22% by 2026)^
  • Choose from over 25 electives in health

^Australian Government, Labour Market Insights, 2023.
*US News Best Global Universities Rankings, 2023.

Course structure

Students complete 2 core courses in Public Health and 6 elective courses in thematic areas in Public Health.

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Health Services & Support courses at University of Adelaide.
93.2%
Overall satisfaction
90.9%
Skill scale
86.4%
Teaching scale
78.1%
Employed full-time