Graduate Diploma of Health Research

About the course

Unlock an alternate pathway into a Doctor of Philosophy or Master of Philosophy through advanced study and supervised research. This multidisciplinary degree provides a comprehensive overview of the complex problems surrounding health and its various streams of research. The programme develops advanced clinical reasoning, health leadership, and evidence-based practice for complex care environments.

Career outcome

Graduates may pursue roles supporting or coordinating health research across universities, hospitals, government and not-for-profit organisations. The qualification can assist progression into higher degree research (MPhil/PhD) and provides research skills useful for positions such as research assistant, research officer, project support or program evaluation roles in health-related settings. Outcomes align with graduate diploma preparation for health sciences research pathways.

Living Costs in Gold Coast**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 22 - 29	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,564 - 2,068	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,096 - 1,449
Transportation (Daily) A$ 3 - 9	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 234 - 310

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)