Graduate Diploma in Health Science

The program explores the socioeconomic, behavioural, biological and societal determinants of health and disease, providing a sound knowledge in epidemiology and the use of healthcare data for decision-making, as well as issues relevant to the Australian healthcare system and international models of healthcare.

Yes, the program includes work integrated learning opportunities that involve using the workplace and community as a site and as a source for learning. Work integrated learning partners include various Local Health Districts, hospitals, aged care providers, and other health service providers found within the community. Two subjects will be focused on work integrated learning.

In addition to three core subjects, students will complete five electives from a wide range of fields of study including, but not limited to, Communicable Diseases, Health Workforce Planning, Building Organisational Capacity in Health Care, and Surveillance and Disaster Planning.

Yes, the Graduate Diploma in Health Science provides an entry point to the Master of Health Science for those who wish to continue on their professional development journey with further studies.

Yes, discounted student fees are available through Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) when undertaking this course in 2026. The indicative annual domestic student fee starts from $11,885, and the program code is 4700 with CRICOS Code 064831J.