Graduate Diploma of Public Health

Charles Darwin University and Menzies School of Health Research partner to deliver postgraduate Public Health and health research courses, including the Graduate Diploma of Public Health.

Yes, CDU offers online study options for its public health courses. As an online student, you will have access to round-the-clock academic and technical support, the same 1:1 support from lecturers as on-campus peers, and CDU's world-class online learning platform, Learnline, where you can access study materials on demand, engage with fellow students and lecturers, participate in online discussions and tutorials, and live-stream or catch up on lectures in your own time.

Graduates will find career opportunities that are incredibly varied, ranging from clinical research roles to communications roles and from local community organisations to the World Health Organization (WHO). You will be equipped for roles in health promotion, policy making, disease prevention and research, and will gain transferable skills including critical thinking and problem-solving, research and analysis, marketing and communication.

Yes, CDU offers flexible study options including part-time and full-time learning to suit different lifestyles and commitments, both online and on campus.

According to the Good Universities Guide 2025, CDU ranks #7 in Australia for postgraduate learning resources in health services and support, making it a strong choice for postgraduate public health study.