Graduate Diploma in Epidemiology at The University of Queensland Australia

This program will develop your understanding of a comprehensive range of principles, approaches and analytic strategies relevant to epidemiology. The Graduate Diploma in Epidemiology is a 1-year program designed for applicants who have an approved degree, or who have completed the Graduate Certificate in Epidemiology from UQ. You'll choose a field of study from either Clinical Epidemiolgy or Standard Epidemiology. Clinical Epidemiology applies the principles of epidemiology to clinical practice, patient care and health settings. The Standard field focuses on epidemiology and a range of different population groups. You'll be expected to have knowledge and experience in the health workforce. Epidemiology is particularly suited if you're a graduate of medicine, nursing, allied health, health sciences, nutrition and statistics, or if you want to advance your skills in health research methods. During the program, you'll complete compulsory courses, which will build and extend your knowledge of epidemiology as a discipline and develop your methodological skills, along with elective courses, which cover research, public health and more. You may also choose to progress to the Master of Epidemiology. As courses in the Graduate Diploma in Epidemiology are taken from the Master of Epidemiology course list, you can transfer study credits across the programs. Program highlights Gain advanced level skills in epidemiology and biostatistics, and contribute to improving population health and increasing life expectancy. Develop specialist qualifications in a core public health discipline from a leading Public Health school. Learn from experienced teachers and academics who have contributed to major public health projects globally. With options to study online, on campus, or a combination of both, you can structure your study to suit your needs. ...Read more