Bachelor of Public Health and Health Promotion

The Bachelor of Public Health and Health Promotion at Deakin University in Melbourne develops knowledge and skills essential for promoting health and wellbeing in Australian communities. Across three years of full-time study, students explore core areas such as epidemiology, health policy, environmental health, behavioural science, and health communication, gaining a holistic understanding of the Australian public health landscape.

This qualification is structured around a series of interconnected units of study, with each unit carrying a set number of credit points contributing to the total required for graduation. The programme incorporates experiential learning through research projects and offers opportunities for work-integrated learning, allowing students to engage directly with health organisations and agencies throughout Victoria and beyond. This focus on practical experience helps bridge theoretical knowledge with real-world public health challenges.

Major skills developed include conducting needs assessments, designing and implementing health promotion strategies, analysing relevant data, and advocating for policy change. Students learn to collaborate across disciplines and develop effective communication tailored to diverse communities, which is central to succeeding in public health leadership roles within Australia's multicultural society.

This programme is ideally suited to individuals passionate about improving population health, reducing inequality, and making a direct impact through community engagement. Graduates are well-prepared for a range of roles in government, non-government, and community health sectors in Australia. International students are required to demonstrate English proficiency, and work rights of up to 48 hours per fortnight during study apply. For comprehensive entry, curriculum, and placement details, refer to the official course page.

• Health Promotion Officer
• Public Health Officer
• Community Health Worker
• Policy Analyst (health sector)
• Health Project Officer
• Research Assistant in public health environments

Graduates are sought in the Australian health sector, including local councils, not-for-profit organisations, state and federal health departments, and research institutes. Eligible graduates may pursue post-study work opportunities under the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485).