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.
Please note: No direct entry. This program is only available as an exit point — refer to the Master of Health Ptomotion
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 Research Project B
PUB705 Research Project C
PUB707 Research Project F
PUB702 Health Promotion Principles
PUB708 Health Promotion Needs Assessment and Planning
Plus choose one (1) course from:
PUB706 Public Health Foundations
PUB704 Health Promotion Implementation and Evaluation
Plus choose one (1) course from:
NUR721 Quantitative Research Methods
PUB701 Introduction to Behavioural Health
PLUS one of the following options:
On- campus students
PUB715 Health Promotion Settings
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