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About the course
Deakin’s Bachelor of Public Health and Health Promotion builds skills to improve population health through health promotion, community engagement and evidence-informed practice. You’ll explore determinants of health, prevention and health communication, and learn how to design and evaluate programs that influence wellbeing and policy. The degree includes substantial work-integrated learning to develop professional networks and practical capability in public health as a bachelor-level qualification.
Career outcome
Graduates can pursue roles across government, NGOs and private organisations addressing health and wellbeing. Career areas include health promotion, health education, community development, program planning and evaluation, policy and planning, and health research. The course’s strong practical component supports work-readiness for public health settings in Australia and internationally, aligned with bachelor-level preparation in health sciences. Preparing graduates for nursing, allied health, and community care professional registration and graduate roles.
Living Costs in Melbourne**
Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 15 - 20 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,583 - 2,094 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,207 - 1,596 |
Transportation (Daily) A$ 7 - 9 |
Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 240 - 318 |
Average Salary***
