Graduate Diploma in Public Health (GDipPH)
Information valid for students commencing 2013
Duration
1 Year full-time (or part-time equivalent)
Commencing 2013
Semester 1
Semester 2
Summer Semester
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
16
Program code
5131
Faculty
Location
Herston
Delivery mode
External, Internal
View the
Course list
for courses that can be studied as part of the Graduate Diploma in Public Health.
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
To enrol, a student must hold (a) a Graduate Certificate in Public Health from the university, in the relevant field; or (b) an approved degree.
Fees for Australian students
Domestic full-fee place 2013:
Indicative annual fee 2013: AUD$ 14800
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Students' actual annual fees may vary in accordance with their choices of majors and electives and whether they study in Summer Semester. The University reviews fees annually.
Apply online
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 1 - January 31 of the year of commencement.
To commence study in semester 2 - June 30 of the year of commencement.
To commence study in summer - October 31 of the year of enrolment.
Apply OnlineEnquiries for Australian students
Program & Teaching Support Convenor, School of Population Health
Email: enquiries@sph.uq.edu.au
Phone: 07 3346 4648
Duration
1 Year full-time
Commencing 2013
Semester 1
Semester 2
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
16
Program code
5131
Faculty
Location
Herston
Delivery mode
External, Internal
View the
Course list
for courses that can be studied as part of the Graduate Diploma in Public Health.
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
To enrol, a student must hold (a) a Graduate Certificate in Public Health from the university, in the relevant field; or (b) an approved degree.
CRICOS Code: 024647G
English Proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. View the English proficiency policy.
Fees for International students
Indicative annual fee: AUD$ 25250
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Actual annual fees may vary in accordance with your choices of majors and electives and whether you study in Summer Semester. Tuition fees are indexed each year. The indexation rate is fixed 18 months in advance of a particular academic year thereby allowing you to plan your finances ahead of time. The University's intent is that fee rate increases will be kept to a minimum and that indexation rates will remain stable wherever possible. Since 2007 the indexation rate has remained at or less than 4%.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through UQ International.
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
To commence study in semester 2 - May 15 of the same year for Category 1 and 2 countries; April 15 of the same year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
Enquiries for International students
International Student Advisor
Phone: Outside Australia: + 61 3 8676 7004
Within Australia (Free Call): 1800 671 980
Online Enquiries (fast response): www.uq.edu.au/international/enquiry
Email: study@uq.edu.au
Why study the Graduate Diploma in Public Health?
This program introduces and consolidates fundamental public health concepts and prepares health professionals from a broad range of backgrounds, with knowledge and skills from a variety of disciplines, to define, assess critically and resolve public health and nutrition problems. Students can undertake this program in the following fields: Standard, Defence, Indigenous Health, Nutrition, Health Promotion and Alcohol, Tobacco and other Drugs. Very limited Summer Semester entry is available to domestic students as elective courses only are offered. Full information is available from the School of Population Health Website www.sph.uq.edu.au
What you can study
Courses
See the course list for courses that can be studied as part of the Graduate Diploma in Public Health.
Majors/Specialisations
Studies may be undertaken in the following specialisations. Please click on the major(s) that are of interest to you for more information.
Public Health
- Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drugs
- Defence
- Health Promotion and Disease Prevention
- Indigenous Health
- Nutrition
- Standard
Study options
Graduates will have the opportunity to progress to the following programs:
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
Prerequisites
To enrol, a student must hold (a) a Graduate Certificate in Public Health from the university, in the relevant field; or (b) an approved degree.
Additional application information
All fields of study are a mixture of internal and external delivery. All core courses are offered internally and externally. If a student wishes to complete the program either entirely by internal or external delivery the choice of courses is more limited.
Apply online
Apply online to the Graduate Diploma in Public Health.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 1 - January 31 of the year of commencement.
To commence study in semester 2 - June 30 of the year of commencement.
To commence study in summer - October 31 of the year of enrolment.
Entry requirements for International students
Prerequisites
To enrol, a student must hold (a) a Graduate Certificate in Public Health from the university, in the relevant field; or (b) an approved degree.
Visa requirements
CRICOS Code: 024647G
International students must undertake this program on campus at UQ on a full time basis to be eligible to apply for an Australian student visa. Please contact UQ International.
Click here for more information on applying for a visa.
English proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. View the English proficiency policy.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through UQ International.
Click here for application procedures for International students.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
To commence study in semester 2 - May 15 of the same year for Category 1 and 2 countries; April 15 of the same year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
Please check your country's category with the Department of Immigration and Citizenship.
What it costs
Fees for Australian students
Domestic full-fee place 2013:
Indicative annual fee 2013: AUD$ 14800
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Students' actual annual fees may vary in accordance with their choices of majors and electives and whether they study in Summer Semester. The University reviews fees annually.
Fees for International students
Indicative annual fee: AUD$ 25250
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Actual annual fees may vary in accordance with your choices of majors and electives and whether you study in Summer Semester. Tuition fees are indexed each year. The indexation rate is fixed 18 months in advance of a particular academic year thereby allowing you to plan your finances ahead of time. The University's intent is that fee rate increases will be kept to a minimum and that indexation rates will remain stable wherever possible. Since 2007 the indexation rate has remained at or less than 4%.
To calculate the fees for any program, you will first need to choose the courses you wish to complete. To see all courses available please refer to the course list.
Fees calculator
Select the Fees Calculator to guide you through a series of options allowing you to select details of courses you are interested in studying to estimate your fees for a semester.
Fee rules
View the 2013 Fee Rules.
What you can do with a Graduate Diploma in Public Health
Careers
This program will benefit health professionals interested in moving into the public health area; mid-career health professionals seeking advancement in their area of work and clinicians wishing to broaden their range of expertise and/or move into management.
Professional memberships
Graduates may be eligible for membership with the following professional bodies:
- Australian College of Health Service Executives
- Australasian Faculty of Public Health Medicine
- Royal Australasian College of Medical Administrators
While this degree may be accredited by an official industry accreditation body in Australia, completion of the degree may not result in graduates receiving automatic accreditation. Please contact the relevant registration body for details of any conditions for accreditation.
Program Rules and Requirements
To complete the Graduate Diploma in Public Health
To complete the Graduate Diploma in Public Health, a student must complete a requisite number of courses chosen from the course list and according to the Rules for the program.
Students should be aware of the University of Queensland rules, particularly the General Award Rules, which govern the conduct of UQ programs. Students will find a link to the General Award Rules, and other University rules, on the University Rules page.
A student is required to obtain #16 from the GDipPH List in the chosen field.
Refer to GDipPH rules for further information.
See the course list for courses that can be studied as part of the Graduate Diploma in Public Health.
Program Rules for the Graduate Diploma in Public Health
Early exit points
Based upon course selection, students may be able to exit this award with the:
