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Graduate Certificate in Public Health

At The University of Melbourne

Location

Australia

Qualification

Graduate Certificates and Graduate Diplomas

Fees

AUD33488

(2026)

Duration

6 Month(s)

Next intake

09.02.2027

Entry Score

6.5

IELTS

Course info

The Graduate Certificate in Public Health is designed to equip you with fundamental skills that will prepare you for public health practice and enhance your existing professional abilities in healthcare practice, policy, and management.

It's an opportunity for current health sector professionals to gain a valuable, skills-based qualification that truly strengthens their career journey. This program directly addresses a pressing, Australia-wide need for health professionals with strong public health training.

This certificate also offers a "stepped pathway" directly into the University’s Master of Public Health (MPH) program, providing you with full credit for the subjects you complete.

Gain essential public health skills to enhance your professional practice.
Strengthen your career path and respond to urgent public health challenges.
Receive full credit towards the Master of Public Health program.

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Internships

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide.Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

Duration: 6 Month(s)

Fees: AUD33488

Intake	Location
February, 2027	Parkville
Semester 2 (July), 2027	Parkville
Semester 2 (July), 2028	Parkville

Entry requirements for The University of Melbourne

Have completed a bachelor degree (AQF7) or equivalent in any discipline.

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Application Deadline

The application deadline isn't available Speak to an IDP counsellor for more detailed information

Further information

If you aren't eligible for the above entry requirements, you might have a chance to explore pathway options at The University of Melbourne. If you want to find out more, speak to our counsellors.