Bachelor of Public Health (Specialisation)
CQUniversity Australia
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Undergraduate
CRICOS: 00219C
Become a leader in improving the health of communities and the wider population with a Bachelor of Public Health (Specialisation) at CQUniversity. Develop broad skills and knowledge in public health whilst developing specialised expertise in the areas of environmental health or health promotion. Benefit from the support of experienced public health lecturers and authentic work-integrated learning opportunities including opportunities to complete two placement units relevant to your chosen major.In this course, you will not only develop a broad understanding of evidence-based strategies to address health risks and achieve higher standards of health and well-being, but also apply these strategies in real-world settings. With a strong emphasis on participation, prevention, and partnership with the community, you will build solid foundations of the socio-ecological model of public health. You'll also have the opportunity to develop and maintain community and industry partnerships in promoting public health and participate in the political process to advocate for health, social justice, and equity through contributions to public policy and decision-making. You can choose to major in health promotion or environmental health or opt for a course of study covering a broad range of public health topics.
Structure
24 units (144 credit points)
Subjects
- Environmental health
- Health promotion
- Generalist
Standard entry requirements
- Rank Threshold: ATAR/SR:60. English Language Proficiency Requirements: If you were not born in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, United Kingdom, Ireland, South Africa or United States of America, you are required to meet the English Language Proficiency requirements set by the University. Applicants are required to provide evidence of completion of: A secondary qualification (Year 11 and 12, or equivalent), or An Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) diploma level qualification, or Bachelor level qualification study for a period of at least 2 years fulltime with a minimum overall GPA 4.0 completed within Australia, Canada, New Zealand, United Kingdom, South Africa, Ireland, or United States of America, which will meet the English proficiency. If you do not satisfy any of the above, you will need to undertake an English language proficiency test and achieve the following scores: An International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic) overall band score of at least 6.0 with a minimum 5.5 in each subset
- Or Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) - Requires 550 or better overall and minimum TWE score of 4.5 (Paper Based Test), or 75 or better overall and no score less than 17 (Internet Based Test)
- Or Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) - Requires an overall score of 54 with no sub-score less than 46
- Or An Occupational English Test with Grades A or B only in each of the four components. English test results remain valid for no more than two years between final examination date and the date of commencement of study, and must appear on a single result certificate.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Entry | Mid year intake | Attendance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CQUniversity Bundaberg |
| No |
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| CQUniversity Cairns |
| No |
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| CQUniversity Melbourne | No |
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| CQUniversity Rockhampton North |
| No |
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| CQUniversity Townsville |
| No |
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| Online Study |
| No |
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Fee comments
Campuses: CQUniversity Melbourne.
Also available for Domestic, Please Contact CQUniversity for more information about tuition fees.
