Online Courses Handbook 2003

303908 v.2 Graduate Certificate in Public Health

Introduction
This is a multi-disciplinary course designed to provide specialist training in an area of public health for graduate students.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites
In addition to the University's standard entry requirements, applicants must possess a bachelors degree in an appropriate field or hold an equivalent qualification from a recognised tertiary institution.

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 course is one semester full-time or equivalent part-time study. It is available by internal and distance education modes.

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

13152 v.2 Health Research Methods 681 4.0 25.0

13230 v.2 Foundations of Public Health 681 3.0 25.0

SELECT 2 ELECTIVES 50.0

100.0

NB Elective units are to be selected from the Master of Public Health.