Graduate Diploma in Infectious Diseases

About the course

The Graduate Diploma in Infectious Diseases at The University of Western Australia is a one-year on-campus postgraduate qualification focused on the science and clinical context of infectious diseases. It supports health and science professionals seeking deeper expertise in pathogens, transmission, prevention and control, and contemporary approaches to managing infectious threats. This graduate diploma builds specialised capability in medicine-related infectious disease practice and study.

Career outcome

Graduates may pursue roles supporting infectious disease prevention and management across hospitals, public health units, pathology and diagnostic services, research institutes, government and NGOs. The course can strengthen capability for work in infection control, epidemiology support, outbreak response, antimicrobial stewardship and related health programs. This graduate diploma can also provide a pathway to further postgraduate study in medicine and health disciplines. Preparing graduates for clinical leadership, health management, and advanced nursing or allied health specialist roles.

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***

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