Graduate Diploma in Infectious Diseases Intelligence

About the course

The Graduate Diploma in Infectious Diseases Intelligence at UNSW Sydney builds advanced capability in analysing and responding to infectious disease threats. You’ll develop skills relevant to surveillance, outbreak intelligence and evidence-based decision-making, with a focus on real-world public health challenges. This graduate diploma supports professional development for those working in health and biosecurity-related settings in medicine. The programme develops advanced clinical reasoning, health leadership, and evidence-based practice for complex care environments.

Career outcome

Graduates may progress into roles supporting infectious disease surveillance and response across government and health services. Career pathways can include public health and epidemiology support positions, outbreak intelligence and monitoring roles, and advisory work in biosecurity and health protection teams. The qualification also provides a pathway to further postgraduate study in infectious disease and public health within medicine. 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***

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***Source: PayScale.com (2026)