Graduate Certificate in Global Public Health
Graduate Certificate in Global Public Health
Establish a strong knowledge base in health policy and programs, with a Graduate Certificate in Global Public Health from Victoria University. Our postgraduate certificate opens a new career path – in under six months. You will learn to: evaluate current and emerging health challenges appraise public health evidence contribute to…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
Establish a strong knowledge base in health policy and programs, with a Graduate Certificate in Global Public Health from Victoria University.
Our postgraduate certificate opens a new career path – in under six months.
You will learn to:
evaluate current and emerging health challenges
appraise public health evidence
contribute to collaborative health programs and policies.
On graduation, you understand how public health solutions contribute to sustainable development. You will be a voice for inclusive policy and practice, advocating for all members of society, and ensuring Indigenous views are heard.
You may choose to progress to the Master of Global Public Health, or put your knowledge into practice straight away in the workplace.
The Graduate Certificate in Global Public Health is a recommended option for recent graduates with ambitions to work in health policy and programs, and health professionals interested in enhancing their professional practice.
COURSE STRUCTURE
To attain the award Graduate Certificate in Global Public Health, students will be required to complete:
48 credit points of Core units
CAREERS
With significant global changes in public health, there is a need for professionals with the high-level knowledge and skills to respond to these changes.
Graduates of this course, and the related masters, will be well-equipped for a diverse and rewarding career in areas such as:
global health, nutrition and physical activity research and teaching
community development work in health, nutrition and food security
delivering health, food and nutrition programs in response to emergencies
health policy development
program planning, development and evaluation
specific population focused health interventions (e.g. older adults, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, chronically diseased populations)
inclusive physical activity programming
physical activity and sedentary behaviour measurement.
You may find work opportunities both in Australia and internationally within:
national, state and local governments
the United Nations and other international health organisations (WHO, UNICEF, ACSM, International Coalition for Aging and Physical Activity)
non-profit organisations
academic institutions and research institutions.
JOB TITLES & SALARIES
While many job opportunities will be overseas, some example job titles, job prospects and average annual salaries in Australia (according to Labour Market Insights) are:
health promotion officer
policy manager
REQUIREMENTS
Completion of an Australian Bachelor degree (or equivalent) in any discipline
OR
Completion of an Australian Graduate Diploma (or equivalent) in any discipline
PLUS
IELTS (or equivalent): Overall score of 6.5 (with no band less than 6.0 in Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking)
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
Victoria University (VU) is an educational provider offering internationally-recognised, world-class qualifications in Melbourne and Sydney – two of the world’s most liveable cities. Its industry-focused courses cover a diverse range of subject areas and many are offered as pathways across multiple levels of education. Students can also choose to study foundation studies and English language courses through its highly-ranked English language centre. Ranking in the top 2% of universities worldwide (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2021), VU has more than 100 years of experience and over 4,000 partnerships and connections with industry.
