Overview

The Graduate Diploma in Epidemiology is a 1-year program at University of Queensland designed for applicants who have an approved degree, or who have completed the Graduate Certificate in Epidemiology from UQ.

You'll choose a field of study from either Clinical Epidemiology or Standard Epidemiology. Clinical Epidemiology applies the principles of epidemiology to clinical practice, patient care and health settings. The Standard field focuses on epidemiology and a range of different population groups.

Career possibilities

Postgraduate study can take you anywhere. Here are some of the careers you could be on your way to:

Epidemiologist

Biostatistician

Research associate

Research fellow

Clinical research officer

Medical officer

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Epidemiology in Practice

Practical Regression Analyses

Clinical Epidemiology

Mental Health Across the Globe: Challenges & Opportunities

Health Promotion Implementation and Evaluation

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-07-27 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-05 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-02-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-30 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-01-31 00:00:00 , National

More details

Semester 2 enrolment is available to domestic part-time students only.

Language

English

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Credits

16 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus, Blended, Online

Campus Location

Brisbane, Australia

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS CODE: 066286B

An approved degree in the same discipline; or

A Graduate Certificate in Epidemiology from this university (or equivalent).

Semester 2 entry is only available to Australian students studying part time due to course scheduling.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Applies to you

Non-residents

47200 AUD / year

≈ 47200 AUD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

9315 AUD / year

≈ 9315 AUD / year

Living costs

Brisbane

Australia

1402 - 2528 AUD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Key information

Duration

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Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

Brisbane

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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