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The University of Newcastle is a multi-campus institution offering programs in a number of locations.
This degree is part of the programs offering government subsidised places
Gain an introduction to contemporary public health issues and learn practical techniques for analysing public health problems with a Graduate Certificate in Public Health from the University of Newcastle. You will develop an understanding of the patterns and causes of disease within populations through evidence-based interventions and learn about the current Burden of Disease in Australia, the region and globally.
You’ll also explore the biological, social and environmental causes of these patterns of disease and how economic and political processes, health systems and organisations will determine the effectiveness of public health responses. This program approach will facilitate graduates’ access to work and further study opportunities, enhanced by our exclusively designed public health career support program.
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Core courses you will study include:
We partner with renowned career coaching experts to bring you a program tailored exclusively for our public health students. Unlike generic career skills workshops offered elsewhere, our sessions are designed with a sharp focus on public health. You'll gain a deeper understanding of your strengths, values, and aspirations, helping you build a career that aligns perfectly with your public health degree.
Our engaging workshops will open doors to a wide range of career possibilities within the field of public health. By participating, you'll be well-equipped to make informed decisions about your future career path.
Our program isn't just about knowledge, it's about empowering you with the confidence and skills necessary to thrive in today's dynamic job market. Your degree will shine brighter with the practical insights you'll gain with our program.
On successful completion of the Graduate Certificate in Public Health, you will have the foundational knowledge to prepare you to work across a range of public health areas including:
You also have the option of undertaking further study by enrolling in the Master of Public Health.
Graduates of this program are eligible to apply for membership with the Public Health Association of Australia.
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Both students and education agents can submit applications online. This is our preferred way of application. You can save your application after you have started, and come back to it later.
To ensure that the process goes smoothly for you, you should complete the following steps before applying:
You will be considered for entry based on criteria such as your undergraduate studies and/or equivalent prior learning and/or relevant work experience.
Make sure you double check the special entry requirements, assumed knowledge or recommended studies for the degree:
You can look at Uni prep for options to brush up on knowledge before you start.
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