Graduate Diploma in Epidemiology
At Western, we believe knowledge doesn’t just come from theory but by being actively involved in the medical field. It’s one of the reasons we’re ranked in the top 2% of universities in the world. Find the solutions to challenging epidemics, and change the face of modern medicine.
Be the supermind that takes on superbugs. Designed for both clinicians (medical, nursing and allied health) and practitioners from health-related fields (public health, environmental health, communicable disease control) who want to improve their knowledge in key areas of health-related research, this one-year course gives you the vital skills and knowledge to combat disease, improve global health and establish effective public health policy.
Core units include Epidemiology and Biostatistics, while our range of specialist electives cover areas like Disease Surveillance, Statistical Modelling and Research Protocol Design.
Campus Information
Parramatta South Campus
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Intakes
- March
Application Processing Time in Days: 7
Application Process
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
- Pathway to Master degree
Your career
Be prepared for a career as a health researcher or clinician (medical, nursing and allied health). As a graduate in epidemiology, you can look forward to career opportunities in:
- Health and Medical Research
- Environmental Health
- Communicable Disease Control
- Government Health Agencies
- Private Industry
- Non-government organisations
PSW Opportunity
- No PSW
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
India
- Successful completion of a recognized** Bachelor degree equivalent to an Australian degree
**Please note that some degrees and awards are subject to an individual assessment.
- Course Code: 088190F
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Post Graduate Diploma or Certificate
- Duration: 01 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
31600 AUD
Annual Cost of Living: 24505 AUD
Application Fee: N/A
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