Graduate Certificate in Population Health Studies

The University of Western Australia (UWA)

The University of Western Australia (UWA)

CRICOS 074756K · Duration: 6 months

Duration

26 weeks

Delivery

On-campus and Partially Online

Study Load

Full-time / Part-time · Approximately 40 hours per week (over 13 weeks), including contact hours, personal study and examinations

Intakes

Semester 1, Semester 2

Course Overview

About This Course

This course provides students with an introduction to the fundamental concepts of public health and how public health works to create healthier populations. Students will learn fundamental concepts in a range of public health areas such as epidemiology, biostatistics, qualitative research methods, health economics and health promotion, plus the biological, environmental, economic and social determinants of health. This certificate course allows you maximum flexibility to tailor your studies in population health to meet your personal or professional interests and requirements.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Perth

35 Stirling Hwy, CRAWLEY, WA 6009

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Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements
If you’re interested in furthering your career by studying this postgraduate course, find out the admission details below Admission Requirements To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have— (a) a bachelor's degree, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA; or (b) a level and duration of education and professional experience considered by UWA to be sufficient to permit satisfactory completion of the course; or (c) completed two postgraduate public health (PUBH) units. View full details

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities
This degree will provide skills, expertise, knowledge and understanding to assist graduates in taking the next step in their career. Career opportunities include: Research Officer, Health Project/Program Manager, Policy Analyst, Health Researcher, Health Promotion Officer, Epidemiologist, and Scientific Officer. The course can also serve as a pathway to further study including the Master of Public Health (1.5 years), Master of Public Health with Specialisation (2 years), or Doctor of Philosophy (PhD).

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Can credits from this Graduate Certificate be applied towards a Master of Public Health?

Yes. The Graduate Certificate in Population Health Studies comprises the first four units towards the Master of Public Health (1.5 years) or the Master of Public Health with Specialisation (2 years), meaning the credits can be fully applied if you choose to continue your studies.

Is this course available to part-time students?

Yes, the Graduate Certificate in Population Health Studies is available in both full-time and part-time attendance modes, offering maximum flexibility to balance your studies with personal or professional commitments.

Is this course subsidised for Australian residents?

Yes, this course is subsidised for Australian residents through Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP). You can visit UWA's fee calculator for CSP rates and an estimate of your course fees.

What subjects or areas will I study in this course?

Students will learn fundamental concepts across a range of public health areas including epidemiology, biostatistics, qualitative research methods, health economics, and health promotion, as well as the biological, environmental, economic and social determinants of health. Students also have the opportunity to select units in the discipline of public health to tailor their studies to their interests.

Is there an international fieldwork opportunity available as part of this course?

Students electing to complete a field trip unit have the opportunity to apply theories learnt to a current health issue in a low-to-middle-income international country. In this unit, students will develop evaluation, leadership and mentoring skills and will mentor a small group of undergraduate students working with a local university or non-government organisation (NGO) on an identified health priority.

Application

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