Work proactively with people to address the determinants of health and wellbeing.
Program summary
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.
NOTE: Entry into this program is only available in Semester 2, 2013 for International students on a Student visa, all other students should refer to new SC713 Master of Health Promotion.
- Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student visa. Online programs are not available to Student visa holders.
- * Estimated tuition fees are based on 2025 rates. Refer to international fees for more information.
- Not all majors/minors and elective options are available at every campus. You should refer to the What Can I Study tab, and the proposed study sequence for your chosen campus and intake for further information.
- This program will not be available for entry from Semester 1, 2014.
- This program will not be available for entry from Semester 1, 2014.
Program summary
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
A student entering the Master program will normally be required to hold an undergraduate degree, or equivalent, from a recognised higher education institution. Entry by non-graduates who have extensive relevant industry experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis by the Head of School, School of Health and Sport Sciences.
Flexible study modes: on campus, online, or multi-modal
Some courses within the Master of Health Promotion are multimodal; therefore students may enrol in either the online or on campus offering of these courses. Multimodal study provides further flexibility whereby students can study in one or more modes simultaneously to suit work or lifestyle commitments. Some courses in the Master of Health Promotion are online only, however, students enrolled in online courses, also have access to course coordinators for consultations and enquiries. For international students on a Student Visa — limits apply to online courses, refer to program notes.
Program structure
Program structure
Program requirements and notes
- Students are required to successfully complete 12 courses as listed below.
- A minimum of 4 courses must be at postgraduate level.
- Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student Visa.
- International students on a Student Visa please note, you may enrol in no more than 3 courses via online mode (25 percent of your program). NUR721 Research in Health Care and PUB725 Health Promotion Independent Study are both offered only via online mode. Therefore you may enrol in only one other additional online course. You must also ensure that you are enrolled in at least one on-campus course in each semester.
- Some courses in this program require project work and/or independent study and therefore have limited on-campus contact. Please refer to individual course outlines.
- When enrolling, please refer to the Study Plan.
Required courses: (11)
NUR721 Research in Health Care
PUB701 Epidemiology and Biostatistics
PUB702 Health Promotion Implementation and Evaluation
PUB703 Health Promotion Principles
PUB704 Health Promotion Settings
PUB705 Health Promotion Needs Assessment and Planning
PUB706 Introduction to Behavioural Health
PUB707 Public Health Foundations
PUB725 Health Research Project A
WPL710 Workplace Learning I
WPL710 Workplace Learning I
Elective course: (1)
PUB352 Public Health Project *
OR
Select 1 elective course from either faculty (Arts and Business or Science, Health, Education and Engineering).