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Graduate Certificate in Public Health
Campus North Terrace Campus
Degree Type Graduate Certificate
Duration 6 months full-time or part-time equiv.
SATAC Code 3GC042
2012
ATAR
TBC
- Program Outline
The program aims to stimulate students to think creatively about the the social, cultural, economic and environmental determinants of health and illness in populations and about the organisation and delivery of public health services, including policies and practices that support and improve the health of people.
Our awards are well known to the South Australian Department of Health, the Commonwealth Department of Health and Ageing, as well as the Public Health Association of Australia, the Faculty of Public Health Medicine and other relevant public health bodies.
The Graduate Certificate consists of coursework and can be completed in one semester of full-time or two semesters of part-time study.
- Program Structure
Students complete 2 core courses in Public Health and 2 elective courses in thematic areas in Public Health.
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- Admission and Fee Information
Choose your applicant type to view the relevant admissions information for this program.
I am a:Domestic applicants
SATAC Code 3GC042 Tuition fees Australian Full-fee place: $9,500 for 6 monthsMid-year entry? Yes Enquiries University Contact Centre Selection Criteria
Graduate entry only.A completed Bachelors degree or equivalent.
Additional Entry Requirements
All applicants must send to the Discipline of Public Health within five working days after applying the following information * a written statement of 500 words (maximum) on their reasons for wishing to undertake the program, * a Curriculum Vitae. The form for this information can be downloaded from the Discipline of Public Health website: www.health.adelaide.edu.au/publichealth/
How to Apply
SATAC Code: 3GC042International applicants
Not an international applicant?
IELTS Overall 6.5 [more info] Tuition fee International student place: $13,500 for 6 months Mid-year entry? Subject to availability CRICOS 037628C Enquiries University Contact Centre Selection Criteria
Graduate entry onlyPrerequisites
Bachelor degree or equivalent + relevant experience + 500 word supporting statement + 2 referee reports + resumeEquivalent Scores
IELTSOverallReadingListeningSpeakingWriting6.56666Additional Entry Requirements
Under special circumstances entry in July may also be possible. Please contact the Program Coordinator regarding July intake by emailing: postgradhealth@adelaide.edu.auHow to Apply
International applicants applying with Australian year 12 results
Not an international applicant applying with Australian year 12 results?
Tuition fee International student place: $13,500 for 6 months Mid-year entry? Subject to availability Enquiries University Contact Centre Selection Criteria
Graduate entry only - Areas of Specialisation
Exams, presentations and written assignments.
- Study Plans
The study plans given are examples of pathways through this degree for students that commenced their program in 2013 (refer to the program rules). Students that commenced in previous years should refer to the tabs above(referring to years) or consult their Faculty for advice.
Core Courses - Select 2 courses from the following:
- PUB HLTH 7073 Indigenous Health
- PUB HLTH 7074 Introduction to Biostatistics
- PUB HLTH 7075 Introduction to Epidemiology
- PUB HLTH 7076 Health Policy and Public Health Interventions
- PUB HLTH 7078 Qualitative Research Methods for Health
- PUB HLTH 7081 Health Economics
Electives - Select 2 courses from the following:
- PUB HLTH 7150 Dental Public Health
- PUB HLTH 7031 Occupational Hygiene and Ergonomics
- PUB HLTH 7082 Advanced Health Economic Evaluation and Decision Making
- PUB HLTH 7100 Foundations of Public Health
- PUB HLTH 7104 Biostatistics
- PUB HLTH 7105 Diseases of Occupation
- PUB HLTH 7106 Epidemiological Research Methods
- PUB HLTH 7107 Epidemiology of Infectious Diseases
- PUB HLTH 7108 Public Health Ethics
- PUB HLTH 7111 Industrial Toxicology
- PUB HLTH 7113 Introduction to Environmental and Occupational Health
- PUB HLTH 7115 Public Health Law
- PUB HLTH 7118 Public Health Studies
- PUB HLTH 7147 Health Technology Assessment
Candidates with minimal or no academic background or experience in Public Health are strongly encouraged to complete PUB HLTH 7100 Foundations of Public Health.
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- Further Information
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Phone: +61 8 8313 7335 (toll free 1800 061 459)The annual Open Day and Information Night events provide an excellent opportunity to see our campus, meet with academics, and discuss your study options.
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Last updated: Wednesday, 27 Feb 2013
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