Program handbook
Description
The Graduate Certificate in Health Science will provide students with skills and knowledge fundamental to most health related areas of work. The Graduate Certificate in Health Science has two core courses; Research Methodology and Design and Foundations of Health Promotion. Students are required to complete the core courses and 20 units from a directed courses list which will provide specialist knowledge for specific graduate careers.
Program learning outcomes
On successful completion of the program students will have:
- Demonstrated a capacity for collecting, monitoring and reviewing evidence to inform health service practice
- Demonstrated ability to identify and evaluate factors affecting health and illness
- Demonstrated an understanding of research methods and their application to health service practice
- Demonstrated cultural competency and safety
- Displayed respect for the community and the environment
Details
| Information correct as at | Apr 26, 2024 5:47 am |
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| Program code | 11686 |
| AQF level | Level 8 Graduate Certificate |
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| Term type | Semesters |
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Credit transfer
If you wish to apply for credit for studies completed at another institution, or if you are changing programs within the University and wish to transfer your credit to the new program, visit the University's credit website for more information on applying for credit.
Academic requirements for program completion
Total units required
40 units
Program duration
0.5 years full-time or part-time equivalent up to 3 years maximum.
Program requirements
Qualification for the award of Graduate Certificate in Health Science requires 40 units of course work undertaken over 0.5 years full time or 3 years part time. Students will be required to complete
* 20 units of core courses; and
* 20 units courses chosen from the course list.
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Core
Complete the following core courses to fulfil the requirements of this program. | |||
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| Code | Title | Term / Location | Units |
| HLSC4120 | Research Methodology and Design |
| 10 units |
| HPRO6715 | Foundations of Health Promotion |
| 10 units |
Course List
Choose 20 units from the following course list to fulfil the requirements of this program. | |||
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| Code | Title | Term / Location | Units |
| ABOR6001 | Aboriginal Foundation Studies |
| 10 units |
| GSBS6040 | Human Resource Management |
| 10 units |
| GSBS6200 | Financial and Management Accounting |
| 10 units |
| INDH6007 | Investigating Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health in the public health context |
| 10 units |
| MEDI6295 | Managing Challenging Behaviours: Psychological Solutions |
| 10 units |
| NURS6250 | Ageing and Health |
| 10 units |
| OHSE6010 | Occupational Health | Not currently offered | 10 units |
| OHSE6020 | Occupational Hygiene Fundamentals | Not currently offered | 10 units |
| PUBH6150 | Quality and Safety in Health Care |
| 10 units |
| PUBH6301 | Chronic Disease and Injury Control |
| 10 units |
| SOCA6640 | Social Science Research Methods |
| 10 units |
Additional information
Through the Pathways and Academic Learning Support Centre, students can access a free suite of NUPrep preparation courses as well as Academic Learning Support.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students can draw on the assistance and support provided by the Indigenous Student Support and Development service through the Wollotuka Institute.
International students
International students can only study this program online offshore.
Additional support
AccessAbility provides advice and reasonable adjustments to Students with a medical or health condition or disability. If you require adjustments to undertake your program, contact the Student Support Advisors - AccessAbility before semester or early in the semester. They will work with the College or School to ensure that this happens in a timely manner.
Please note: All students must fulfil the inherent requirements of the programs and courses they are undertaking. While reasonable adjustments can be made, these adjustments cannot compromise academic integrity. It is the student's responsibility to check all the requirements of courses, and consider the effects of any medical condition or disability on their ability to complete course requirements. More information is available online.
The University policy on Students with Special Needs is implemented at all times. The Faculty accepts responsibility, in liaison with the Student Support Unit, for providing reasonable accommodations to allow students with disabilities to complete the program.
The University of Newcastle acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands within our footprint areas: Awabakal, Darkinjung, Biripai, Worimi, Wonnarua, and Eora Nations. We also pay respect to the wisdom of our Elders past and present.