Graduate Certificate in Digital Health
Program code
3336
Available at
Nathan
Gold Coast
Mount Gravatt
Logan
South Bank
Online
Offshore
Other
Duration
1 year part-time (online only)
Credit points
40
Commencing in
For Continuing Students Only
Important Notes
From 2025, commencing students are referred to Master of Health Services Management (5586), Graduate Certificate in Health Services Management (3082) or Graduate Certificate in Clinical Leadership (3280).
About this program
This postgraduate program will combine the opportunity to study contemporary issues associated with information management in healthcare organisations with the integration of a sound understanding of the impact of digital health research, as well as the development and implementation of projects and programs relating to this critical area in both organisations and professional practice. Teaching will focus on technologies associated with health information; data and information acquisition, structure, uses and value; the ability to utilise digital health research; as well as project management skills to support managing resources and delivering initiatives in health information applications.
The program would be of interest to clinicians; health management professionals; science (information engineering); and personnel working in health corporate roles with responsibilities in health data and information.
| Code | Program title | Campus | Intake |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3082 | Graduate Certificate in Health Services Management | Online, South Bank | Trimester 1, Trimester 2 and Trimester 3 |
| 3336 | Graduate Certificate in Digital Health (this program) | Online, South Bank | For Continuing Students Only |
| 3280 | Graduate Certificate in Clinical Leadership | Online, South Bank | Trimester 1 and Trimester 2 |
| 5586 | Master of Health Services Management | Online, South Bank | Trimester 1, Trimester 2 and Trimester 3 |
| 5627 | Master of Advanced Health Services Management | Online, South Bank | Trimester 1, Trimester 2 and Trimester 3 |
Note: Progression through this program suite is dependent upon satisfying admission requirements.
Attendance information
This program is available to International students via online study only.
My career opportunities
You may find work in Australia and overseas working with digital health applications, health information systems and projects to improve health, health systems and services.
Program accreditation
The Graduate Certificate in Digital Health is accredited by the Australasian College of Health Service Management (ACHSM).
Professional recognition
Students who complete this degree may be eligible for membership to the Australasian College of Health Service Management (ACHSM). This qualification supports an application for education recognition from the Australasian Institute of Digital Health (AIDH).
Pathways to further study
Students who complete the Graduate Certificate in Digital Health (with a minimum Pass grade in all the Graduate Certificate courses) are eligible to articulate into the Master of Health Services Management (5586) or Master of Advanced Health Services Management (5627).
International students
An International student is one who is not:
- an Australian or New Zealand citizen or
- a Pacific Engagement visa holder or
- a person who has Australian permanent resident status.
Indicative annual tuition fee
The indicative annual tuition fee is calculated based on a standard full-time study load which is usually 80 credit points (two full-time trimesters).
The indicative annual tuition fee is based on current conditions and available data and should only be used as a guide. These fees are reviewed annually and are subject to change.
Tuition fees
- An International student pays tuition fees.
- Students are liable for tuition fees for the courses they are enrolled in as at the census date.
- The tuition fee is charged according to the approved program fee for the trimester in which the student is enrolled.
Program fees for the Graduate Certificate in Digital Health (3336)
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Changing programs
If an International student changes to a different program they will be subject to the approved program fee for the trimester in which they are enrolled.
Permanent resident status
If an undergraduate student obtains permanent resident status in Australia after commencing study in a program, and the student can provide evidence of permanent resident status prior to the census date (of the trimester in which they are enrolled), the student will be provided with a domestic fee-paying place.
The student may then apply for a Commonwealth supported place at the next admission period provided that the student satisfies the conditions for transfer from a domestic fee-paying place to a Commonwealth supported place as set out in the Fees and Charges Procedure.
If a postgraduate student obtains permanent resident status in Australia after commencing study in a program, and the student can provide evidence of permanent resident status prior to the census date (of the trimester in which they are enrolled), the student will automatically be considered for a Commonwealth supported place (subject to availability) or a domestic fee-paying place as applicable for the program.
If a research student obtains permanent resident status in Australia after commencing study in a program, and the student can provide evidence of permanent resident status prior to the census date (of the trimester in which they are enrolled), the student will automatically be considered for a Commonwealth Government Research Training Program (RTP) Fee Offset or a domestic fee-paying place as applicable for the program.
Further information
- Fees and Charges Procedure
- 3.6 - Fees for International Students
- 3.9 - Administrative and Miscellaneous Charges
- Cost of studying in Australia