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About the course
This Graduate Certificate in Health Policy and Planning provides a practical grounding in how health systems operate and how policy is developed, implemented and evaluated. Designed for health and public service professionals, it emphasises policy analysis and planning rather than general administration, supporting early to mid-career progression. Delivered part-time with intensive teaching and blended learning options, it builds applied capability in health policy and planning at graduate certificate level in health sciences.
Career outcome
Graduates may pursue or strengthen roles in health policy and planning across government agencies, public health organisations, hospitals and health services, and non-government or advocacy bodies. The course supports work involving policy development, program planning and evaluation, strategic decision-making, and health system improvement. It is suited to clinicians and public-sector professionals moving into policy-focused positions in the health sector with a graduate certificate qualification in health sciences.
Living Costs in Sydney**
Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 22 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 2,207 - 2,918 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,599 - 2,115 |
Transportation (Daily) A$ 9 - 10 |
Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 219 - 290 |
Average Salary***
