Monash University
Graduate Certificate of Public Health
- Delivery: Online
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 8 months
Acquire essential skills in epidemiology, biostatistics and disease prevention.
Course overview
Public health is a rapidly growing industry with strong predicted job growth. The Graduate Certificate of Public Health will equip you with strong foundational knowledge so you can advance your career and make an impact in this dynamic field.
Designed by industry-leading academics, this course will equip you with essential skills in areas like epidemiology, biostatistics and disease prevention. It’s your entry point into a meaningful profession that supports healthier communities, both in Australia and around the world.
Key facts
August, 2026
October, 2026
What you will study
Students must complete a total of 24 credit points to qualify for the Graduate Certificate of Public Health award.
- Epidemiology: Concepts and applications
- Research methods in healthcare
- Biostatistics: Concepts and applications
- Foundations in public health
Entry requirements
- An Australian Bachelor's degree (or equivalent).
- A minimum of three years of relevant work experience.
Relevant work experience in health and public health, including the health industry, e.g. government, policy, providers such as hospitals, clinics, non-government organisations (NGO), academic or research institutions, consulting, pharmacists and pharmaceutical companies, etc.
Recognition of Prior Learning
Your previous studies can be credited towards your postgraduate studies, provided they meet the relevant course requirements.
If you receive an offer of enrolment and you’ve undertaken prior learning, you may be eligible to apply for Recognition of Prior Learning. The procedure is governed by the university's Recognition of Prior Learning policy. Contact the university for more details.
Outcomes
Career outcomes
- Health Promotion Officer
- Health Educator
- Health Managers
- Epidemiologist
- Community Health and Well-being Officer
Fees and FEE-HELP
Indicative 2026 first-year fee: $17,548 (domestic fee-paying).
The estimated per-unit fee is calculated using the annual average first-year fee. It is typically represented on a full-time study load of 48 credit points.
Some units may have additional fees for required materials or services. Student fees shown are subject to change. Contact the university directly to confirm.
A student’s annual fee may vary in accordance with:
- The number of units studied per term.
- The choice of major or specialisation.
- Choice of units.
- Credit from previous study or work experience.
- Eligibility for government-funded loans.
FEE-HELP loans are available to assist eligible full-fee paying domestic students with the cost of a university course.
