Online Courses Handbook 2003

185907 v.2 Postgraduate Diploma in Environmental Health

Introduction
The effective management of the health needs of a community requires a sensitivity to public expectation and an equitable balance of science, law, environmental and social factors and economics. Environmental health practitioners contribute to this intersectorial framework of management within government. This course expands the knowledge and skills base of environmental health specialists and other graduates of science and engineering disciplines enabling them to successfully adapt to the changing environmental health needs of communities.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites
An undergraduate degree or equivalent qualification from a tertiary institution preferably in environmental health, a relevant science or engineering discipline. Experience within the field of environmental health is desirable. Applicants with other qualifications and expertise will be considered for admission but may be required to complete appropriate bridging units.

Specific Requirements
Applicants for this course should refer to the Communicable Diseases and Criminal Record Screening/Clearance Section of this publication.

Recognition of Prior Learning
Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis.

Duration and Availability
This fee paying course is two years part-time study. It is conducted principally in external mode, with some optional units available on an internal basis.

Additional Course Expenses
Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other vital study materials. In addition, students may also need to contribute some of the cost of consumables, which varies depending on the area of study.

Course Structure Hrs/Wk Credit

Year 1 Semester 1

11091 v.3 Environmental Health 581 4.0 25.0

305044 v.1 Environmental Health Management 581 8.0 25.0

50.0

Year 1 Semester 2

305039 v.1 Environmental Health and Economics 581 4.0 25.0

305046 v.1 Environmental Health Management 582 8.0 25.0

50.0

Year 2 Semester 1

SELECT 2 ELECTIVES 50.0

50.0

Year 2 Semester 2

SELECT 2 ELECTIVES 50.0

50.0

NB Students may select electives from a wide area including Public Health, Environmental Health, Occupational Health and Safety, Management, Law and Research Methodology.