Launch or progress your rewarding career in public health.

You can complete the Introduction to Public Health and Wellness unit as a single unit of study, or see public health courses on this page.

Bachelor of Health Science
Embark on a rewarding career in the health sector, with a Bachelor of Health Science at Victoria University.
Duration 3 years Campus St Albans Delivery mode In person
Bachelor of Human Nutrition

Prepare for an important and rewarding career in public health, community nutrition, food science or food service with a Bachelor of Human Nutrition from VU.

Duration 3 years Campus Footscray Park Delivery mode In person
Bachelor of Nutritional Science/Master of Dietetics

Become a practising dietitian working to improve the health of individuals and communities, with a Bachelor of Nutritional Science/Master of Dietetics from Victoria University – enquire now.

Duration 4.5 years Campus Footscray Park, Other Delivery mode In person

Undergraduate Certificate in Health Science
Get started on your career in the health industry, with the Undergraduate Certificate in Health Science from Victoria University.
Duration 0.5 years Campus Footscray Park Delivery mode In person

Graduate Certificate in Global Public Health
Establish a strong knowledge base in health policy and programs, with a Graduate Certificate in Global Public Health from Victoria University.
Duration 0.5 years Campus City Campus Delivery mode In person
Master of Global Public Health
Contribute to health improvements worldwide, and make a real difference to individuals and communities, with a Master of Global Public Health from Victoria University.
Duration 2 years Campus City Campus Delivery mode In person
Graduate Certificate in Public Health

This course will help you to progress your career and embrace the changing face of public health.

Duration 8 months Campus VU Online Delivery mode VU Online
Master of Public Health

This course is 100% online so you can fit study around your existing schedule.

Duration 2 years Campus VU Online Delivery mode VU Online
Master of Speech Pathology
Become a speech pathologist and begin a rewarding career helping people learn to communicate more effectively, with the Master of Speech Pathology from Victoria University.
Duration 2 years Campus Footscray Park Delivery mode In person

Studying public health at VU

At Victoria University (VU), we want you to follow your passion and excel in the industry you've always dreamed of.

We're one of Australia's most industry-connected institutions, and are one of the top 2% of universities in the world.

You'll learn from leading industry professionals who combine theory with practice to prepare you for your career from day one.

Careers

With significant global changes in public health, there is a need for professionals with the high-level knowledge and skills to respond to these changes.

If you qualify with our Master of Public Health, you will be well-equipped for a diverse and rewarding career in Australia and internationally in areas such as:

  • global health, nutrition, physical activity research and teaching
  • community development work in health, nutrition and food security
  • delivering health, food and nutrition programs in response to emergencies
  • health policy development
  • program planning, development and evaluation
  • specific population focused health interventions (e.g. older adults, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, chronically diseased populations)
  • inclusive physical activity programming
  • physical activity and sedentary behaviour measurement.