Charles Darwin University
1 year full-time, 2 years part-time
This Graduate Diploma equips health professionals with advanced research expertise in epidemiology, biostatistics, and qualitative research methods to address complex population health challenges globally. Ideal for healthcare practitioners seeking to develop evidence-based strategies and transition into health research or public health leadership roles.
Applicants must hold a recognised bachelor degree, graduate certificate, graduate diploma, master's degree or equivalent international qualification. English language proficiency is required, with minimum IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0) for international students or IELTS 6.0 for domestic students. Current AHPRA registration is required. Students must demonstrate high-level academic reading and writing capabilities.
Core units (50 credit points) cover Research Design, Research Ethics and Impact, Epidemiology, Biostatistics, and Qualitative Research. Specialist electives (30 credit points) include Indigenous Health, Health Promotion, Sexual and Reproductive Health, Health Systems Planning and Evaluation, Public Health Economics, Chronic Conditions Control, Public Health, Global Health, Tropical Child and Adolescent Health, Public Health Anthropology, Clinical Trials, Indigenous Health Research, and Communicable Disease Control. Interdisciplinary units available include Food and Society, Public Health Nutrition, Loss and Grief, Trauma Informed Practice, Geographic Information Systems, Environmental Planning, Emergency Management, and AI in Healthcare.
Charles Darwin University, in partnership with the acclaimed Menzies School of Health Research, uniquely positions students to explore Indigenous and tropical health outcomes. CDU ranks #2 in Australia for postgraduate employment outcomes (GUG 2024) and offers flexible study options combining online and on-campus delivery. The institution's people-first approach provides supportive learning environments enabling students to balance study, work and family commitments.
Graduates can pursue careers in health research, public health practice, policy making, disease prevention, and health promotion within government and non-government organisations nationally and internationally. The qualification provides pathways to Master of Health Research and Master of Public Health programs, enabling progression to Higher Degree Research training. Career opportunities span health agencies, research institutions, NGOs, and government health departments.
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