Graduate Certificate in Public Health
Ready to think creatively about policies and practices that prevent disease and prolong life?
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.
What will you do?
Our Graduate Certificate in Public Health can be completed in one semester of full-time study, or two semesters of part-time study. You will:
- complete two core courses and two electives
- understand 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.
Where could it take you?
Whether you’re studying for professional development or out of interest, a graduate certificate will give you advanced communication skills and a strong foundation of knowledge. It could also be your first step towards a graduate diploma or master in public health, opening doors to a wide range of new and enhanced career opportunities.
Limited Commonwealth Supported Places are available in Semester 1 and 2 2021 only. For more information enquire now.
Entry Requirements
For our students who are studying offshore in 2021 and 2022, the University will continue to offer high-quality access to the learning resources remotely for most programs. This includes all lectures, tutorials and other support material. Students will be advised in advance if there are course components that cannot be provided in remote mode and, wherever possible, offered alternative courses. Please refer to the COVID-19 FAQ page for a list of programs where in-person attendance is required.
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information for this program.
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Domestic applicants
| SATAC Code | www.satac.edu.au |
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| Deferment | Yes - 2 year |
| Intake | February and July |
| Enquiries | Future Students team |
Selection Criteria
| Higher Education Study | A completed Bachelors degree or equivalent with a minimum GPA of 5.0. |
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How to Apply
Fees and Scholarships
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Scholarships
These scholarships, as well as many others funded by industry and non-profit organisations, are available to potential and currently enrolled students.
Careers
Career Readiness
The University of Adelaide Careers Service prepares, inspires and empowers students to achieve successful career transitions and connect with industry.
Graduate Attributes
The objective of this program is to produce graduates with specific attributes as outlined in University of Adelaide Graduate Attributes.- Deep discipline knowledge and intellectual breadth
- Creative and critical thinking, and problem solving
- Teamwork and communication skills
- Professionalism and leadership readiness
- Intercultural and ethical competency
- Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural competency
- Digital capabilities
- Self-awareness and emotional intelligence
Potential careers
Public Health, Public Health Officer, Ministerial Adviser, Non Government Organisation Worker, Community Development Officer, Policy Adviser, Development Officer, Project Development Manager, Project Manager, Project Officer, Education Officer / Educator, Public Health Management, International Development Worker
Degree Structure
Students complete two core courses in Public Health and two elective courses in thematic areas in Public Health.
Academic Program Rules
The Calendar is a comprehensive handbook of the University's academic program rules.
Areas of Specialisation
Exams, presentations and written assignments.
Example Study Plan
| Core Courses - Select 2 courses from the following: |
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| Electives - Select 2 courses from the following: |
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Candidates with minimal or no academic background or experience in Public Health are strongly encouraged to complete PUB HLTH 7100 Foundations of Public Health.
Related Degrees
Further Study
Testimonial
The Master of Public Health allows you to experience a wide range of topics within the field of public health. The research support and mentoring I received was a hugely positive experience as a young researcher.
I was continually inspired by the passion of my supervisory panel and their commitment to improving the lives of young people. I've also established connections with some of the world's leading epidemiologists and public health researchers.
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Last updated: Tuesday, 14 Sep 2021
