Create happier, healthier communities
Based on a socio-ecological model of health, the Health Promotion suite explores contemporary health promotion at individual, group, organisation, community and population levels. Core study concepts include foundations, values and principles of health promotion; the assessment of health needs; and the planning, implementation and evaluation of health promotion programs in a range of settings.
Please note: No direct entry. This program is only available as an exit point — refer to the Master of Health Promotion
Based on a socio-ecological model of health, the Health Promotion suite explores contemporary health promotion at individual, group, organisation, community and population levels. Core study concepts include foundations, values and principles of health promotion; the assessment of health needs; and the planning, implementation and evaluation of health promotion programs in a range of settings.
The Graduate Diploma and Master of Health Promotion are designed for those looking to work in designated health promotion roles, or for those wanting to develop deeper knowledge and skills in health promotion to complement their current roles. Some employers, for example Queensland Health, require applicants to have completed at least the equivalent of the Graduate Diploma in Health Promotion to be considered for employment as health promotion practitioners.
These programs give you the flexibility to study courses on campus, online or a mixture of the two delivery modes. You can change study modes at any time during your program. Teaching, learning and assessment items develop your theoretical knowledge and understanding through the completion of practical and creative tasks.
Professional recognition
Graduates are eligible for membership of the Australian Health Promotion Association, the Public Health Association of Australia, and the International Union for Health Promotion and Education.
Admission requirements
The program is only available as an exit point. Students should refer to the Master of Health Promotion.
Program structure
5 Required courses:
PUB702 Business Analytics
PUB703 Introduction to Marketing
PUB705 Accounting for Business
PUB707 Introduction to Economics
PUB708 Introduction to Management
Plus choose one (1) course from:
PUB704 Introduction to Informatics
PUB706 Managing Workplace Relations
Plus choose one (1) course from:
NUR721 Business Law and Ethics
PUB701 Molecular Biotechnology
PLUS one of the following options:
On campus students
PUB715 Managing Human Resources
OR
Online students
PUB716 Microbial Pathogenesis
Note: Program structures are subject to change. Not all USC courses are available on every USC campus.
Program requirements and notes
Program requirements and notes
- Program is available as an exit point only.
- Students are required to successfully complete the 8 required courses listed below.
- Not available to international students on a Student Visa.
- When enrolling, please refer to the Recommended Study Sequence