Bachelor of Public Health

Public health is the science of healthy populations, centred on hygiene, epidemiology, disease and injury prevention. This degree focuses on the systems and practices that shape the health of nations, communities and individuals and the environments in which we live, work and take our leisure. It explores issues that influence a community’s or an individual’s ability to be healthy, from the micro level including personal behaviours to macro level influences such as the legislative and policy environment, globalisation, technology, environmental degradation and social structures.

As a graduate, you will be qualified to work in public health roles across the world, addressing major health issues including chronic disease, sexual health, nutrition, HIV/AIDS, physical inactivity, and drug and alcohol abuse, in settings such as workplaces, hospitals and schools. In the final year, you’ll put your academic studies into practice through professional placements in public health organisations, either in local or international locations.

Areas of study

Public health, hygiene, disease, and injury prevention.

Career opportunities

As a graduate you will be qualified to work as a health promotion officer or a public health officer in a number of fields including health education, mental health, women’s health and policy development. You will find work in local state and government departments and agencies, non-government organisations, health centres, schools and community organisations. You may also choose to pursue further study. You’ll be well placed to apply for our graduate entry medical degree, the Doctor of Medicine, especially if you are interested in becoming a public health physician.

Professional recognition

Students and graduates are eligible to apply for membership of the Public Health Association of Australia (PHAA) and the Australian Health Promotion Association (AHPA).

Fees and charges

Refer to Griffith University current fee information.