The Graduate Certificate provides recognition to students who are limited to study for one session or one year only. It will be awarded to a candidate who has satisfactorily completed the program of study outlined below. The GradCert articulates with the Graduate Diploma in Health Management, Master of Health Management, or Master of Public Health programs.

Credit for courses completed in the GradCert may be transferred to the Masters programs, in accordance with the UNSW policy on credit transfer, provided students demonstrate adequate academic performance (minimum Credit average).

This program is designed to provide training for senior managerial and planning professionals in health services.

The Graduate Certificate program may be taken on a full-time or part-time basis, internal or external basis (including compulsory residential schools).

Candidates are required to successfully complete a total of 24 units of credit from the courses offered by the School of Public Health & Community Medicine. The Graduate Certificate program may be tailored to suit individual interests. Further information on courses selection is available from the School.

Additional Course Requirement for International Students.

International students from non-English speaking countries enrolled in the full time program in Sydney (Kensington campus) are required to take the following additional preparatory course in their first semester. This course is available for all students to assist to gain maximum benefit from their study. The course is made available at no charge to students and does not contribute to the UOC requirements of the degree.

Please refer to the Program Structure above and contact the school office for further information.

For information regarding fees for UNSW programs, please refer to the following website:  https://my.unsw.edu.au/student/fees/FeesMainPage.html

A recognised Bachelor degree in a relevant discipline plus two years of experience in health services.

In exceptional cases an applicant who submits evidence of such other academic and professional qualifications may be admitted. No credits, exemptions or advanced standing are granted for the Graduate Certificate.