Why study the Graduate Diploma in Public Health with UTS Online

Above world standard for Excellence in Research in Australia for Public Health & Health Services¹

Top 100 University Globally2

#9 Best University Under 50 in the World3

5 stars for excellence across 7 categories3


¹ERA 4/5, 2018  ²QS Rankings, 2024  3THE Young University Rankings, 2023

What you will study

The Graduate Diploma in Public Health comprises all eight core study periods (48 credit points), and can be completed in as little as 16 months. 

Studying these courses will provide you with applicable knowledge and skills to guide health policy recommendations across a variety of communities and contexts.

Learn more about the advanced study pathways available in our Master of Public Health or download a course guide for detailed subject descriptions.

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Core Subjects
  • Foundations in Public Health (3 CP)
  • Indigenous Public Health (3 CP)
  • Social Perspectives in Public Health (6 CP)
  • Fundamentals of Epidemiology (6 CP)
  • Fundamentals of Biostatistics (3 CP)
  • Fundamentals of Qualitative Research (3 CP)
  • Health Promotion (6 CP)
  • Plus 18 credit points from electives
A pathway to a Master of Public Health

UTS Online’s Graduate Diploma in Public Health is made up of eight study periods, and can be completed in as little as 16 months. Upon successful completion of this course, students will have the opportunity to enrol into the Master of Public Health.

 
  • Graduate
    Diploma
  • Masters

Upcoming study periods

UTS Online courses have six intakes per year. The diagram below shows all upcoming
intakes, with the next intake highlighted in blue.

Course information

Entry requirements

Applicants must have completed a UTS recognised bachelor’s degree, or an equivalent or higher qualification, or submitted other evidence of general and professional qualifications that demonstrates potential to pursue
graduate studies.

Applicants who do not have an undergraduate degree, but who have extensive relevant work experience in a healthcare or human services field may also be considered eligible.

Alternative admissions pathways may be available. Learn More

Eligibility for admission does not guarantee an offer of a place.

 

English language requirements

The English proficiency requirement for local applicants with international qualifications is: Academic IELTS: 6.5 overall with a writing score of 6.0; or TOEFL: paper-based: 550-583 overall with TWE of 4.5, internet-based: 79-93 overall with a writing score of 21; or AE5: Pass; or PTE: 58-64; or CAE: 176-184.

 

Unsure about your situation?

One of our Student Enrolment Advisors can assist you with more information, including alternative pathways.

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FEE-HELP

To assist with all or some of your tuition fees, FEE-HELP is available for eligible students. This government-supported loan scheme is designed to help eligible full-fee paying students pay their tuition fees.

To check your eligibility, feel free to speak with an Enrolment Advisor today.

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Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

Your previous studies can be acknowledged as credit towards your online postgraduate studies, provided that it meets the relevant course requirements.

If you receive a UTS offer of enrolment, and you’ve undertaken previous studies at another institution, you may be eligible to apply for recognition of prior learning. UTS doesn’t determine recognition of prior learning until an offer of enrolment is accepted.

To see if you’re eligible to receive RPL, speak with an Enrolment Advisor today.

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Master of Public Health
All subjects from the Graduate Diploma + 4 elective subjects from Master of Public Health Learn more about the Master of Public Health

The UTS Online Master of Public Health is designed for professionals who are passionate about creating positive change for population and community health, and are looking to advance their skills to improve the quality of public health programs at a local, national or global level. 

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