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Health and Human Services

University of Tasmania
Information last verified April 2026
Degree Postgraduate Diploma
Duration 24 months
Delivery On-campus
Location Tasmania, Australia
Language English

Program Overview

The Health and Human Services at University of Tasmania is a Postgraduate Diploma programme in Medicine & Health Sciences over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.

Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of medicine & health sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.

Graduates of the Health and Human Services programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Australia and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.

Key Program Features

  1. Duration: 24 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 6
  5. Location: Hobart, Australia

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Health and Human Services programme are prepared for diverse careers in medicine & health sciences:

  1. Healthcare Professional
  2. Clinical Researcher
  3. Health Policy Analyst
  4. Public Health Specialist
  5. Medical Writer
  6. Healthcare Manager

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. LEADing in Health and Human Services
  2. Legal and Ethical Issues in Health Services
  3. Health Policy
  4. Financial Reporting & Analysis
  5. Organisational Behaviour
  6. Managing People and the Employment Relationship
  7. The Australian Health System in Context
  8. Supervision & Leadership, Theory, Process & Practice
  9. Translational Research and Health Service Innovation
  10. Introduction to Action Research

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

An undergraduate degree of an Australian higher education institution or the equivalent standard in any other institution or equivalent experience and/or qualifications, as approved by the Dean.

English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.

Application Deadline

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About University of Tasmania

University of Tasmania logo

University of Tasmania

Tasmania, Australia

The University of Tasmania (UTAS) is a public research university, primarily located in Tasmania, Australia. Founded in 1890, it is Australia's fourth oldest university. Christ College, one of the...

University Profile
  • Language English
  • Duration 24 months