Graduate Diploma in Indigenous Health Promotion
Duration: 1 Year(s)
The University of Sydney
Sydney, New South Wales (NSW), Australia
Course TypeDiploma
Course Specialty
Health Insurance
Affiliation
The University of Sydney
Overview
The Graduate Diploma in Indigenous Health Promotion at the University of Sydney is a focused postgraduate credential designed specifically for Indigenous health practitioners seeking to build their capacity in health promotion within Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. The programme emphasises culturally responsive health promotion strategies and community-led initiatives. Students engage in intensive block-mode modules over the year, covering topics such as community profiling, setting priorities, program planning, communication, evaluation, and prevention in Indigenous settings. The delivery acknowledges participants’ professional commitments and leverages their community knowledge, allowing them to integrate academic learning with existing practice. With its strong cultural grounding and emphasis on Indigenous leadership, the course equips graduates for senior health-promotion roles in both community-controlled and mainstream health settings across Australia. The University of Sydney’s long-standing commitment to Indigenous education further reinforces the relevance and authenticity of this programme (notably celebrating over 25 years of this course).
Fee (INR):
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Stipend (INR):
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Accomodation:
Hostel Facility
Scholarship:
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Eligibility
Must identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.
A minimum of 3 years’ working experience in Indigenous Australian communities, with experience engaging in health promotion or community health action.
Evidence of prior learning or tertiary-level study (degree, or equivalent VET/other tertiary education) showing capacity to undertake postgraduate study.
May be required to submit supporting documentation of community and work experience, and possibly employer/community endorsement. (In earlier versions: support from local community/employer)
Minimum Education
Bachelor Degree
Admission Process:
- Ensure you meet the eligibility criteria: Indigenous identity, required work experience (≥3 years in Indigenous communities), prior learning qualification.
- Gather supporting documentation: proof of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander identity; evidence of work experience; transcripts or evidence of prior tertiary learning; CV/resume; community or employer support if applicable.
- Visit the University of Sydney online admissions portal for the Graduate Diploma in Indigenous Health Promotion and submit the application for the appropriate intake (e.g., Semester 2, 2025).
- Await assessment of application (selection by merit and fit).
- If offered admission, accept the offer, enrol in the required units (36 credit points) and prepare for the block-mode learning schedule.
- Arrange any travel or accommodation support if applicable (for block-mode sessions).
- Commence your studies as per the intake schedule and block-mode timetable.
