Work proactively with people to address the determinants of health and wellbeing.
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.
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:
PUB703 Marketing Essentials
PUB705 Business Law and Ethics
PUB707 Business, Governance and Society
PUB702 Leadership in Clinical Practice
PUB708 Neonatal, Paediatric and Child Health Care
Plus choose one (1) course from:
PUB706 Independent Study
PUB704 Infant Care
Plus choose one (1) course from:
NUR721 Special Project: Evaluating Practice Knowledge
PUB701 Midwifery in a Social Context
PLUS one of the following options:
On- campus students
PUB715 Research in Health Care
OR
On-line students
PUB716 +
Note: 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 Study Plan