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About the course
Designed for science graduates and professionals, this Graduate Diploma builds specialist expertise in infectious diseases, outbreak surveillance and control. You’ll learn from active researchers and gain hands-on laboratory experience, with a focus on modern molecular methods and applying evidence to real public health and biosecurity challenges. It’s a postgraduate qualification for advancing practice in infectious disease science. The programme deepens scientific methodology, data interpretation, and applied research skills for laboratory and field-based careers.
Career outcome
Graduates may work across public and private sectors applying medical microbiology and infectious disease expertise. Career pathways include roles in government agencies and health departments, international health organisations and NGOs, pharmaceutical and medical biotechnology companies, food production and safety, medical diagnostics, and infectious disease research settings. This graduate diploma supports specialist careers in infectious disease science. Preparing graduates for research scientist, laboratory leadership, and specialist technical roles in the sciences.
Living Costs in Perth**
Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 23 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,255 - 1,660 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 866 - 1,146 |
Transportation (Daily) A$ 6 - 8 |
Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 243 - 321 |
Average Salary***
