The University of Queensland

Graduate Diploma in Environmental Health Sciences

This one year interdisciplinary program will deepen your knowledge of environmental health risks and develop your skills to create viable solutions. Population growth, globalisation, and climate change are among the worlds most challenging issues of our time, and our governments, industry and communities are under pressure to adapt and apply sustainable solutions. Our Environmental Health Sciences programs will equip you with the knowledge and skills to identify and resolve complex environmental health risks and you will learn to confidently communicate the risks and mitigation options to a range of stakeholders across all sectors. You will gain the skills to influence, advocate for and manage effective public health responses. During the program, you will complete advanced-level courses that cover key areas of environmental health risk assessment and communication. A range of elective courses are also available, which provide the opportunity to develop your own specialist knowledge.