Graduate Certificate in International Public Health (GCIPH)
Information valid for students commencing 2013
Duration
Half Year full-time (or part-time equivalent)
Commencing 2013
Semester 1
Semester 2
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
8
Program code
5393
Faculty
Location
Herston
Delivery mode
External, Internal
View the
Course list
for courses that can be studied as part of the Graduate Certificate in International Public Health.
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in health, behavioural, social or biological sciences and at least one year of relevant postgraduate experience or other qualifications and experience assessed as equivalent.
Fees for Australian students
Domestic full-fee place 2013:
Indicative program fee 2013: AUD$ 7450
A student's actual fee may vary in accordance with his or her choice of major and electives. 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.
Apply OnlineEnquiries for Australian students
Program & Teaching Support Convenor, School of Population Health
Email: enquiries@sph.uq.edu.au
Phone: 07 3346 4648
Duration
Half Year full-time
Commencing 2013
Semester 1
Semester 2
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
8
Program code
5393
Faculty
Location
Herston
Delivery mode
External, Internal
View the
Course list
for courses that can be studied as part of the Graduate Certificate in International Public Health.
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in health, behavioural, social or biological sciences and at least one year of relevant postgraduate experience or other qualifications and experience assessed as equivalent.
CRICOS Code: 057430G
English Proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. View the English proficiency policy.
Fees for International students
Indicative program fee: AUD$ 12625
A student's actual fee may vary in accordance with his or her choice of major and electives. The University reviews fees annually.
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 Certificate in International Public Health?
This program covers public health in the international context and would emphasise a population and public health approach to disease control and health improvement across populations and countries, from low to high income, in particular geographic and cultural contexts, and especially those experiencing demographic, health socio-cultural and economic transitions. This program would ensure a balance between disease control and health promotion for infectious disease and under-nutrition, and conditions associated with development such as cardiovascular diseases, cancer and injury and will also focus on the major causes of ill-health and premature mortality, as well as determinants of health and quality of life. 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 Certificate in International Public Health.
Study options
Graduates will have the opportunity to progress to the following programs:
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in health, behavioural, social or biological sciences and at least one year of relevant postgraduate experience or other qualifications and experience assessed as equivalent.
Apply online
Apply online to the Graduate Certificate in International 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.
Entry requirements for International students
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in health, behavioural, social or biological sciences and at least one year of relevant postgraduate experience or other qualifications and experience assessed as equivalent.
Visa requirements
CRICOS Code: 057430G
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 program fee 2013: AUD$ 7450
A student's actual fee may vary in accordance with his or her choice of major and electives. The University reviews fees annually.
Fees for International students
Indicative program fee: AUD$ 12625
A student's actual fee may vary in accordance with his or her choice of major and electives. The University reviews fees annually.
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 Certificate in International Public Health
Careers
Graduates may choose roles as health professionals in government positions relating to health policy or as public health researchers. Qualifications in international health also help graduates secure a sought-after role with a non-government organisation or with international and bi-lateral aid agencies focussing on health and development such as the World Health Organisation and the World Bank.
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 Certificate in International Public Health
To complete the Graduate Certificate in International 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 #8 from the GCIPH List, comprising #4 from Part A and #4 from Part B. Refer to the GCIPH Rules for further information.
See the course list for courses that can be studied as part of the Graduate Certificate in International Public Health.
