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Public health

Improve the health of populations in a changing and inequitable world.

Featured programs

Work towards playing a critical role in preventing disease, prolonging life and improving health outcomes with postgraduate study.

Graduate Certificate in Public Health

Make a lasting impact on the health of communities and populations.

Graduate Diploma in Public Health

Prepare for a career preventing disease and promoting healthy lifestyles.

Master of Public Health

Gain skills to influence policy and lead health service's reform. 

Get Postgrad Ready​

Discover tips and practical essentials to prepare for your postgraduate studies.

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Why do postgraduate study? 

It can propel your career forward or shift it in a new direction. Gain the knowledge, skills and experience for your next move, turn a future of uncertainty into a world of possibilities.

Earn more

Our graduates earn an average 29% salary increase within 3 years of graduating.

Study your way

Study part-time or full-time with 2 intakes per year. You can complete many of our programs entirely online. 

Connect with industry

We'll link you to local and global experts. Leverage and learn from us and connect with industry leaders and changemakers.

Events

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Speech Pathology students working with patient in UQ's simulation ward
15 July

Speech Pathology Studies Masterclass

Come along for a morning of practical activities based on UQ's world-class Master of Speech Pathology Studies.
St Lucia
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2 August

UQ Open Day

Join us at our St Lucia and Gatton Open Days in 2025 to immerse yourself in student life and see exactly what your future could look like.
St Lucia
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16 August

Gatton Open Day

Discover your passion for agricultural studies and animal sciences at UQ Gatton Open Day. Explore the heritage-listed campus and world-class facilities.
Gatton

Stories

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Public health postgraduate
Uni life

What’s it like to study public health as a postgraduate?

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Uni life

What's it really like to study public health at UQ?

Get a personal perspective from Bianca, a current student, and Associate Professor Simon Reid, a UQ academic.
6-minute read
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UQ people

Meet the expert: exploring public health with Professor Simon Reid

2-minute read

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