University of Technology Sydney

Graduate Certificate in Public Engagement in Medical Science

  • Delivery: Online
  • Commitment: 15 - 20 hours/week
  • Study Level: Postgraduate
  • Duration: 8 months

Designed for community-minded health professionals wanting to develop advanced communication skills to build positive relationships, enhance reputations and work in partnership with the broader community.​

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Course overview

  • Designed for community-minded medical science professionals
  • Build trust in your research and work in partnership with and for the community
  • A curriculum co-designed with Australian industry experts for real-world application
  • 100% online with support from enrolment through to graduation

The UTS Online Graduate Certificate Public Engagement in Medical Science is designed for individuals who are passionate about improving health and wellbeing outcomes for all. You might be looking to: 

  • Contribute to the improvement of healthcare and policies.
  • Make a bigger impact on the community.
  • Build effective and authentic community engagement skills.
  • Improve your interpersonal and communication skills and have the confidence to advance policy initiatives and advocate for solutions to healthcare problems.

Key facts

Delivery
Online
Study level
Postgraduate
Course type
Graduate Certificate
Duration
8 months (Part time)
Commitment
15 - 20 hours/week
Units
4
Fees
FEE-HELP
Price per unit
$4,461
Intake
January, 2024
March, 2024
May, 2024
July, 2024
August, 2024
October, 2024

What you will study

The Graduate Certificate in Public Engagement in Medical Science comprises four online subjects (24 credit points [CP] in total).

  • Shaping Policies for the Future
  • Communicating Science and Vision
  • Public Engagement with Health Data
  • Social Perspectives in Public Health

Entry requirements

Completion of a UTS-recognised bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in a medical, biotechnology, biomedical, pharmacology, pharmacy, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, speech pathology, audiology, nursing or biomedical engineering field or a minimum of three years professional work experience*

* Relevant work experience is defined at ANZSCO skill level 1 – bachelor’s degree or higher) and is demonstrated through a CV or a Statement of Service outlining work experience and the dates of employment and position(s) held within the organization, demonstrating extensive work as a manager or professional, and the applicant’s ability to critically appraise their work.

English language requirements

Local applicants with international qualifications must satisfy English language requirements with an International English Language Testing System (IELTS) overall score of 6.5 and a writing score of 6.5.  

Recognition of prior learning

If you receive a UTS offer of enrolment and have previously undertaken studies at UTS, you may be eligible to apply for RPL. UTS doesn’t determine RPL until an offer of enrolment is accepted.

Outcomes

Learning outcomes

  • Community engagement: understand and leverage connections between public engagement and public perceptions to build and maintain trust in science.​ 
  • Science theory, practice and policy: gain a critical understanding of the theory and practice behind the development of influential evidence-based science policies.​ 
  • Effective communication: build upon communication abilities and become confident to deliver scientific concepts to lay audiences through engaging storytelling.​ 
  • Cultural awareness and sensitivity: develop professional cultural competency to work effectively with and for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians. 

Career outcomes

Studying UTS Online’s Graduate Certificate in Public Engagement in Medical Science may lead to roles such as:

  • Community Liaison Officer 
  • Legislation and Policy Officer 
  • Medical Sales Representative 
  • Medical Science Liaison 
  • Medical Writer 
  • Policy and Relations​ Advisor 
  • Science Communications Officer 
  • Scientific Advisor
  • Scientific Consultant 

Fees & FEE-HELP

The fees shown are subject to change. You may also be required to pay student amenities fees. Contact the university directly to confirm.

Fees shown are per unit. The number of units are listed below fees. Together they indicate the total fees for the course.

FEE-HELP loans are available to assist eligible full-fee paying domestic students with the cost of a university course.