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 Internship 1
PUB703 Internship 2
PUB705 Professional Development 2: Grief, Loss and Trauma
PUB707 Counselling Children and Young People
PUB708 Counselling and Mental Health
Plus choose one (1) course from:
PUB704 Counselling and Addictions
PUB706 Solution Focused Therapeutic Approaches
Plus choose one (1) course from:
NUR721 Ethics and Reflective Practice
PUB701 Mindfulness-Based Interventions in Counselling
PLUS one of the following options:
On campus students
PUB715 Research Project A
OR
Online students
PUB716 Research Project B
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