Graduate Certificate in Public Health

About the course

UNSW’s Graduate Certificate in Public Health provides a focused introduction to population health, building practical capability to understand health challenges and improve outcomes. You’ll engage with key public health approaches and evidence-based decision-making relevant to contemporary policy and practice. The program suits professionals seeking targeted upskilling or a pathway into further postgraduate study in Health Sciences at graduate-certificate level. The programme develops advanced clinical reasoning, health leadership, and evidence-based practice for complex care environments.

Career outcome

Graduates can use this qualification to support or move into public health roles across government, NGOs, healthcare services and community organisations. It can strengthen capability in planning, implementing and evaluating health initiatives, contributing to policy and program work, and supporting population health improvement. Career directions may include public health officer, health promotion roles, program support and policy-related positions in Health Sciences. Preparing graduates for clinical leadership, health management, and advanced nursing or allied health specialist roles.

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***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)