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Environmental health

Why study Environmental health?

Our postgraduate coursework program caters for graduates of public health, health science, applied science or similar degrees and develops significant knowledge and skills in environmental health practice. This course is accredited by Environmental Health Australia.

Career opportunities

Graduates may find work in local, state or federal government and in private enterprise. You are eligible for membership of Environmental Health Australia.

Courses

Local students

Environmental health courses (Mid year entry)
Offer year	Course title	Campus(es)	Duration	Semester starts
2013	Graduate Diploma in Environmental Health	Bendigo	1 year full-time or 2 years part-time.	Semester 1 (March)
Graduate Diploma in Environmental Health continued… Course description This course allows undergraduates with public health, health science, applied science or similar degrees, to develop significant knowledge and skills in the area of environmental health practice. Graduates of this program can work as environmental health practitioners and contribute to creating and maintaining environments that promote good public health. Prerequisite Undergraduate degree or equivalent. Fee type Fees (Fee-Help available) Fee amount Indicative (2012): $17,340 per 120 credit points. How to apply Apply direct to the University by 31 October. Download, complete and submit a postgraduate coursework application form . Please ensure you also provide all supplementary information required. Professional recognition The course is accredited by Environmental Health Australia. Full course details Course structures and subject information for the following cours(es): Environmental Health (Graduate Diploma)Bendigo
2013	Graduate Diploma in Public and Community Health	Bendigo	2 years part-time or full-time by negotiation	Semester 1 (March)
Graduate Diploma in Public and Community Health continued… Course description This course equips graduates with the knowledge and skills required for practice in the community health field. It emphasises the design, implementation and assessment of effective health promotion programs, and is planned to enhance both theory and practice relevant to community health settings. Prerequisite Degree or diploma in a health discipline. Fee type Fees (Fee-Help available) Fee amount Indicative (2012): $17,340 per 120 credit points. Additional information The course is normally undertaken part-time over two years. Applicants seeking full-time enrolment should seek advice from the course coordinator. How to apply Apply direct to the University by 30 October 2012. Download, complete and submit a postgraduate coursework application form (PDF 3.3MB). Please ensure you also provide all supplementary information required.

How to apply?

Methods of application vary from course to course. Please see the course entry above for details of how to apply for the course you are interested in.

Fees and scholarships

Postgraduate coursework programs are either:

Fee-paying (where you pay the full cost of the course). FEE-HELP is available.
CSP (Commonwealth Supported Place), subsidised by the Commonwealth Government where you pay a contribution towards course costs. HECS-HELP is available.

Students enrolled for certain postgraduate coursework programs may be eligible for student income support.

International students

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Environmental health international courses
Offer year	Course title (CRICOS)	Campus(es)	Duration	Semester starts	Annual Tuition Fee (AUD)
2013	Graduate Diploma in Environmental Health (049914J)	Bendigo	1 year	See additional information	$27 050
Graduate Diploma in Environmental Health continued… Year 2013 Course description This course allows undergraduates with public health, health science, applied science or similar degrees, to develop significant knowledge and skills in the area of environmental health practice. Graduates of this program can work as environmental health practitioners and contribute to creating and maintaining environments that promote good public health. English Language Requirements IELTS (Academic): minimum score of 6.5 with no individual band score less than 6.0. TOEFL Paper-based Test: minimum score of 575 (minimum score of 5 in the Test of Written English). TOEFL Internet-based Test: minimum score of 80 with minimum overall for SLR 18; W 22. La Trobe Melbourne (ELICOS): completion of English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B Certificate at postgraduate (EFS5 (70 per cent) PG1) level. For more information please visit the La Trobe Melbourne website. English as the language of instruction in tertiary studies may be accepted. Please note: English as the language of instruction in previous study will not be accepted as a basis of admission (English) for courses where the approved test score requirement is above an IELTS 6.5 with no band score lower than 6.0. Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE): minimum score of 64 with no communicative skill score less than 59. Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English (CAE): a grade of B or higher. Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE): a grade of C or higher. or approved international equivalent. Academic entry requirements An Australian Bachelor's degree or approved international equivalent in a health-related discipline. Additional information Please note this course commences on Wednesday 13 February 2013. Full course details Course structures and subject information for the following cours(es): Environmental Health (Graduate Diploma)Bendigo
2013	Graduate Diploma in Public and Community Health (049915G)	Bendigo	1 year	Semester 1 (March)	$27 050
Graduate Diploma in Public and Community Health continued… Year 2013 Course description This course equips graduates with the knowledge and skills required for practice in the community health field. It emphasises the design, implementation and assessment of effective health promotion programs, and is planned to enhance both theory and practice relevant to community health settings. English Language Requirements IELTS (Academic): minimum score of 6.5 with no individual band score less than 6.0. TOEFL Paper-based Test: minimum score of 575 (minimum score of 5 in the Test of Written English). TOEFL Internet-based Test: minimum score of 80 with minimum overall for SLR 18; W 22. La Trobe Melbourne (ELICOS): completion of English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B Certificate at postgraduate (EFS5 (70 per cent) PG1) level. For more information please visit the La Trobe Melbourne website. English as the language of instruction in tertiary studies may be accepted. Please note: English as the language of instruction in previous study will not be accepted as a basis of admission (English) for courses where the approved test score requirement is above an IELTS 6.5 with no band score lower than 6.0. Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE): minimum score of 64 with no communicative skill score less than 59. Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English (CAE): a grade of B or higher. Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE): a grade of C or higher. or approved international equivalent. Academic entry requirements An Australian Bachelor's degree or Diploma in a health discipline or approved international equivalent. Additional information This course may be offered with a different structure and content in 2013 subject to CRICOS approval. International students need to check the course status before making an application.

How to apply?

Enquire now about any course for international students or find out how to apply.

Fees and scholarships

Estimated fees for international students are indicated for each course above. Fees are indicative only and set at 120 credit points per course, unless otherwise stated, and may vary depending on the number of credit points in which students enrol. Some courses may vary in credit point load and fees will be adjusted accordingly.

There is also a range of scholarships available for international students to assist students.

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About the academic staff

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