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1 HEALTH POSTGRADUATE MELBOURNE GEELONG WARRNAMBOOL OFF CAMPUS 2012 CLINICAL EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGY HEALTH PROMOTION PUBLIC HEALTH HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES MANAGEMENT SOCIAL WORK HONOURS RESEARCH DEGREES HEALTH

2 Welcome Professor Catherine Bennett. The School of Health and Social Development brings together an exciting group of around 80 academic staff and researchers from a wide diversity of disciplines and backgrounds. The unique characteristic of the School is that it connects research perspectives that have not previously been mainstream themes into highly socially responsive, progressive and innovative approaches to human wellbeing and quality of life. In its teaching and research, the School addresses the complex connections between determinants of health in their broadest sense and social development in a variety of settings. The School offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs and short courses specifically developed to enable students to achieve their professional, career and academic goals. At undergraduate level the School offers courses in public health and health promotion, social work, occupational therapy, and health sciences. The postgraduate course offerings are in health promotion, health and human services management, public health, and social work. Each of these courses are highly regarded by the professions and industry, and provide a sound base for research degrees if desired. The School s research focuses on issues of social diversity and improving the health of individuals and groups. Much of the research is conducted in partnership with communities and organisations in the health and social services sector. Throughout our research there is an acute awareness of the political, social and cultural dimensions of public health; social work; workplace wellbeing; employment and marginalisation; sexuality; the environment; and the generation of supportive environments for children, young people, and disadvantaged groups in society. Please read on to see what makes Deakin University such a vibrant and supportive place to study. Professor Catherine Bennett Head of School School of Health and Social Development Finding more information 2012 Postgraduate Course Guide This guide provides a list of the postgraduate courses Deakin offers, detailed information about types of postgraduate study, how to apply, our campuses, and study options, such as part time and off campus (distance education). To request a copy phone 1300 DEGREE ( ) or download at Postgraduate study area booklets Visit our web site Talk to us Visit us Deakin has a range of postgraduate study area booklets. These booklets provide more information about each course, including course structures, career opportunities and unit descriptions. Visit our web site for more comprehensive information including details of new courses, campuses, facilities, fee and support services at To search for courses and view unit descriptions visit courses. If you require more information or would like to speak with a student adviser, call 1300 DEGREE ( ). You can also contact us via enquire@deakin.edu.au. There are numerous opportunities to talk face to-face with Deakin staff at events such as Open Day and Postgraduate Information Nights. See the inside back cover of this guide for details.

3 Contents 2 About postgraduate study 4 Health postgraduate coursework degrees 6 Clinical Exercise Physiology 8 Health Promotion 14 Public Health 18 Health and Human Services Management 22 Social Work 25 Related courses Research 27 Research at Deakin 28 Research in Health 32 Choose how you study 34 Fees and scholarships 36 How to apply 38 Unit descriptions Using this booklet This booklet provides you with detailed information about Deakin s postgraduate courses in Health (for domestic students), including course overviews, course structures, career opportunities and detailed descriptions of individual units at the back of the booklet. 48 Find out more 49 Important dates It is designed to be read in conjunction with the 2012 Postgraduate Course Guide, which gives an overview of Deakin s postgraduate courses, detailed information about types of postgraduate study, how to apply, our campuses, student support services and study options such as part time and off campus (distance education). Once you have chosen the course you want to study, applying to study at Deakin is easy. You can apply online, track the progress of your application and accept your offer at Deakin University also produces course guides specifically for international students. To request a copy, phone Deakin International on

4 Heading About postgraduate study What is postgraduate study? Postgraduate courses are for students who have completed an undergraduate degree or for those with significant work experience. You can start postgraduate studies to advance your career or change direction to a completely new field. It can also give you the opportunity to pursue study in a discipline area of personal interest. In particular, it can allow you to extend your undergraduate studies through research degrees where you can pursue your own theories or ideas at a high conceptual level. You may undertake postgraduate study by coursework or research. The best option for you will depend on your reasons for studying. What are coursework programs? A postgraduate coursework degree typically involves a series of units, with specific coursework and assessments. Our postgraduate coursework programs give you the opportunity to complete a graduate certificate (designed to enable you to develop skills in a specialised area not necessarily related to your undergraduate degree), graduate diploma (more specialised and generally vocationallyfocused) or masters by coursework (intensive course in which the qualification is directly relevant to your career) in a structured learning format. What are research degrees? A research degree involves completing an approved program of research under the guidance of one or more supervisors within a prescribed time period. Research degree programs encourage you to develop independent research skills and are for students who want to pursue their own theories and ideas at a high conceptual level. Deakin offers three types of research degrees masters by research (usually involving some coursework and a thesis of not more than words), Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) (usually involving some coursework and a thesis of not more than words) and Doctor of Psychology (combining a research project, coursework and structured research tasks that are specifically related to professional practice and are often carried out in the workplace). What is Credit for Prior Learning? Deakin University aims to provide students with as much credit as possible for relevant approved prior study or informal learning that exceeds the normal entrance requirements for the course of interest and is within the constraints of specific course regulations. There are two aspects to Credit for Prior Learning: credit may be transferred to your Deakin program from completed or partially completed studies you have undertaken at other accredited institutions; and credit may be granted on the basis of knowledge and skills acquired through uncredentialed learning. Students are required to complete a minimum of one third of their course at Deakin. Credit for Prior Learning will be determined on a case by-case basis. Benefits of postgraduate study No matter what stage of your career you are at, postgraduate study can help you stand out in the marketplace and expand your networks. Research found the main benefits of postgraduate study are: increased income on average, people with postgraduate qualifications earn as much as $ more per year compared to those with only a bachelors degree (Postgraduate Destinations 2007, produced by Graduate Careers Australia) increased job satisfaction a 2010 survey* found that students who completed Deakin postgraduate programs increased their job satisfaction by 93 per cent within 12 months career advancement a 2010 survey* of Deakin graduates found that 42 per cent attained a more senior position within 12 months of completing their postgraduate studies. * Research conducted by First Point Research and Consulting in

5 Student support services Deakin University offers a complete range of services and programs to support students throughout their studies. Study advice including time management, reading and note taking, developing your academic English, avoiding plagiarism, critical thinking, writing essays and reports, class presentations and exam preparation. Career development and employment including career guidance, job search assistance, and interview and resume skills training. Counselling and personal support professional and experienced counsellors provide free, confidential counselling where personal concerns or stresses are affecting your studies. Financial support including interest-free loans, grants, food vouchers and rental assistance. Religious services including spiritual counselling, faith support services and worship and prayer spaces. Medical centre medical and nursing healthcare and advice to students across all campuses, including GP consultations, vaccinations, tests and screenings and referrals to specialists. Library access more than 1.47 million books, journals, newspapers, videos, CDs and DVDs across the campus libraries. Students living in Australia and enrolled in an off-campus course may have print material from any campus library sent to their nominated address free of charge. Many of the library s resources are also available online. IT at Deakin all students can access 24-hour computer laboratories on each campus, and and internet access for study purposes. Disability services the Disability Resource Centre can provide students who have a health condition or a disability (long term or temporary) that affects access or ability to study, with alternative assessment arrangements, academic support workers, study materials in accessible formats and help with assistive technology. For more information about postgraduate study at Deakin, please refer to the 2012 Postgraduate Course Guide or visit Flexible delivery Deakin s postgraduate courses are designed to be flexible so you can study when and where it suits you. You don t have to be a full-time, on-campus student to gain a postgraduate qualification at Deakin. We offer a range of study options and modes to choose from, including off-campus study. Find out what will best suit you in the Choose how you study section on page 32, or get in touch using the contact details at the back of this booklet. 3.

6 Health postgraduate Heading coursework degrees Course name Clinical Exercise Physiology Course code Years full time and campus Trimester intake options 2 Indicative 2011 annual fee FT 1 Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology H B T1 $ (FPP) $5450 (CSP) Health Promotion Graduate Certificate of Health Promotion H515 1 PT Graduate Diploma of Health Promotion H615 1 Page B x CBD T1, T2 $9060 (FPP) 10 b x CBD T1, T2 $ (FPP) 10 Master of Health Promotion H b x T1, T2 $ (FPP) $7570 (CSP) Public Health Master of Public Health H Health and Health Services Management b CBD T1, T2 $ (FPP) $7780 (CSP) Master of Health and Human Services Management H b x T1, T2 $ (FPP) 20 Social Work Master of Social Work H703 2 x CBD T1 $ (FPP) $5670 (CSP) Important notes Information correct at June 2011, Deakin University reserves the right to alter, amend or delete course offerings and other information listed. 1 Fees quoted are for Australian domestic students and should be used as a guide only. Fees are based on a typical enrolment in one year of full-time study. All fees quoted are for Fee-Paying Places, unless indicated CSP (Commonwealth Supported Place). Actual tuition fee charged may depend on the units studied and are subject to change. Masters program students please note: where the length of the masters program is 12 units or 1.5 years of full-time study equivalent, the indicative fee may not be a full fee for the course. For further fee information, including information about the FEE-HELP loan program, see page 34 or 2 Most courses start in Trimester 1. This column indicates whether you have the option of commencing your studies in Trimester 2 or Trimester 3. Not all units are offered in every trimester. FT = Full time CSP = Commonwealth Supported Place FPP = Fee-Paying Place T1 = Trimester 1 T2 = Trimester Deakin students at the Melbourne Burwood Campus.

7 key 3 PT b f g w x CBD Course duration in years Part time Melbourne Burwood Campus Geelong Waterfront Campus Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus Warrnambool Campus Off campus Community Based Delivery / Institute of Koorie Education Associate Professor Mardie Townsend Associate Dean (International and Development) Faculty of Health Associate Professor Mardie Townsend teaches in the areas of public health; family, society and health in the School of Health and Social Development. She teaches at undergraduate and postgraduate level and also supervises research degree students. An active researcher, Associate Professor Townsend s research interests include the human health benefits of interaction with nature, urban and rural contexts for health and wellbeing, social and health impact assessment, and housing and homelessness. In collaboration with Parks Victoria and other partner organisations, she is involved in investigating the benefits of contact with nature for human health and wellbeing. Recent research undertaken by Associate Professor Townsend has also included several studies of the use of parks and open spaces, a study of the cumulative impacts of policy change on two small Victorian rural communities, a study for the UK Housing Corporation on the housing needs and aspirations of British women between 2000 and 2020, and a study of the role of physical activity and sport in building social capital in rural communities. 5.

8 Clinical Exercise Physiology Exercise physiology is a growing allied health specialty. Clinical exercise physiologists are trained to work with patients with chronic disease where exercise training has been shown to be of therapeutic benefit, including but not limited to cardiovascular disease, pulmonary disease, and metabolic disorders. Industry accreditation and professional recognition Graduates will be eligible to apply for registration as an Accredited Exercise Physiologist (AEP). AEPs are university-trained clinical exercise practitioners who are professionally accredited at the AEP level by Exercise and Sport Science Australia (ESSA). Graduates who gain registration as an AEP with ESSA will also meet the eligibility criteria to register with Medicare, WorkSafe and other compensable schemes as an allied health professional service provider. Careers As an AEP you will assess, design, implement and evaluate exercise programs mainly for individuals with chronic conditions or disability, or who are recovering from injury. You may find employment in medical, occupational, community or sports rehabilitation, or in case management through compensable schemes such as Medicare, Worksafe or the TAC. Pathways Graduates of Deakin University s Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science from 2011, who completed the ESSA sequence of units, are eligible for accreditation from ESSA as an exercise scientist, and will satisfy the admission requirements for application to the Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology provided they can demonstrate evidence of 140 hours of exercise service delivery for apparently healthy clientele. Scholarships Deakin offers a variety of scholarships to help support students financially during their studies, including a range of academic scholarships that are awarded to high-achieving students. For more information about scholarships visit scholarships. You may also wish to search broadly for scholarships via the internet. More information Exercise and Sport Science Australia (ESSA) Clinical Exercise Physiology students have access to a range of state-of-the-art facilities. 6.

9 key 3 PT b f g w x Course duration in years Part time Melbourne Burwood Campus Geelong Waterfront Campus Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus Warrnambool Campus Off campus Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology 1.5 b Course code: H743 Admission requirements: Applicants must be able to demonstrate eligibility for exercise scientist accreditation from Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA) and provide evidence of 140 hours of exercise service delivery for apparently healthy clientele. Selection is primarily based on academic performance as indicated by an applicant s previous academic record. The Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology aims to produce quality exercise physiologists who can utilise exercise to prevent and rehabilitate disease and injury in the community. Throughout the course you will acquire advanced knowledge of both the theoretical and applied aspects of clinical exercise physiology, and high-level skills in analysing, evaluating and professionally applying your knowledge to clinical and community populations. You will develop capacity to creatively and flexibly apply your knowledge and skills to situations, and be able to think in a rigorous and independent manner. Course structure The Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology consists of 12 credit points of study. Core units Year 1 Trimester 1 HSE703 Exercise Behaviour and Motivation HSE705 Exercise Physiology for Cardiopulmonary Disease HSE707 Exercise Physiology for Musculoskeletal Injury and Disease HSE711 Pre Clinical Practice 1 Trimester 2 HSE702 Exercise Physiology for Neurological and Neuromuscular Disease HSE704 Exercise Physiology for Metabolic Disease HSE712 Pre Clinical Practice 2 HSE714 Clinical Practicum 1^ Year 2 Trimester 1 HBS745 Interprofessional Collaboration in Health Care* HSE709 Exercise Physiology for Special Populations HSE715 Clinical Practicum 2^ HSE717 Clinical Practicum 3^ * Unit is offered in off-campus mode. ^ Clinical Practicum units are also available in Trimester 3 to allow for greater flexibility and to accommodate part-time students. Frequently asked questions Why are so many prerequisites required? In order for the Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology to be offered over 18 months and still be eligible for accreditation by ESSA, significant exercise physiology knowledge must be demonstrated before entry into the course. No application for entry into the Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology will be approved, nor an application be considered, until all prerequisites have been met. What if I do not have relevant prior study in exercise physiology and advanced exercise physiology? Perhaps you have a science degree or an allied health-related degree but do not have all the relevant subjects to satisfy the admission requirements for application to this course. These subjects can be taken as non-award units from any university offering them and are defined as units of study in the areas of exercise physiology, biomechanics, sport and exercise psychology, and motor control/motor learning/skill acquisition that have a prerequisite in the same discipline and in the same course (note: can be either core or elective units). What are Deakin undergraduate pathways to the Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology? What are other pathways? There are a number of undergraduate courses at Deakin and other institutions that can be used as a pathway into the Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology, with the inclusion of appropriate elective units. These include a Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science or Human Movement with the relevant elective units; Bachelor of Health Sciences with the relevant elective units; science degrees; and allied health degrees such as physiotherapy, chiropractic, occupational therapy, nursing, myotherapy, health psychology and clinical psychology. Completion of the degrees does not guarantee a place in the Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology. Students undertaking any of these undergraduate courses with the intention of applying for entry into the Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology are encouraged to speak with the Course Adviser to ensure the relevant elective units are incorporated into their undergraduate degree. Is it possible to defer for 12 months if I get an offer? No, deferment is not normal practice for postgraduate courses. If you apply and subsequently receive an offer to commence the course in 2011 but do not wish to study in that year, you may wish to strengthen your experience and credentials throughout 2011 and then apply with a stronger application at the end of 2011 for consideration for commencement in How many places are available in this course? Approximately 40 places will be offered in It is anticipated that this number may increase in Are Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP) available in the Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology? Yes, at this stage we anticipate that all places for 2012 will be Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP). Will classes held during the day or evening or both? Classes will be conducted during the day. Where should I record the 140 hours of exercise service delivery for apparently healthy clientele? Your hours of exercise service delivery should be recorded in the ESSA Accredited Exercise Physiologist Logbook for the purposes of future accreditation as an Accredited Exercise Physiologist, in addition to the ESSA Accredited Exercise Scientist Logbook for the purposes of future membership of ESSA. Alternatively, it is acceptable (and perhaps more convenient) for you to photocopy the logbook entries for the ESSA Accredited Exercise Physiologist Logbook and use this for your exercise scientist (ES) application with ESSA. This will be accepted by ESSA. I have been told that if I can complete the 140 hours of exercise service delivery for apparently healthy clientele by mid January, then I am still eligible for a place in this course, and may receive a conditional offer until I complete the practicum. Is this true? Yes. A conditional offer may be granted for a specified period of time depending on the strength of the rest of your application. The offer will lapse by the specified date if you do not provide evidence of completion of the 140 hours of service delivery. 7.

10 Health Promotion Increasingly, people in a wide range of professions are being asked to incorporate health promotion activities within their workplace. Deakin s suite of postgraduate courses in health promotion is designed to provide students from varying backgrounds with the opportunity to acquire the knowledge and skills necessary for developing appropriate approaches to health promotion practice. These courses are ideally suited to those wishing to gain employment in the health sector, as well as those working in the health sector who wish to upgrade their knowledge and qualifications to pursue management roles. Flexible delivery Deakin s postgraduate courses in Health Promotion are offered on campus at the Melbourne Burwood Campus and via off-campus study, which is supported by a range of interactive teaching methods. As an on-campus student you will be taught via a combination of lectures and tutorials. In addition to traditional face-to-face teaching, all units (excluding some elective options) are offered in online/ off campus mode, and can be taken as part of a full-time or part-time degree. You can take advantage of this flexibility to study when, where and how you like, and fit study around work and lifestyle commitments. You may choose to undertake your entire course in off-campus mode, or combine on and off-campus study. Study materials are provided via online technologies using Deakin Studies Online (DSO), Deakin University s online teaching and learning environment. Regardless of where you live, resources can be accessed from our comprehensive online collection. Industry relevance Career direction and professional development are strong drivers of Deakin s postgraduate health promotion programs. Our courses are designed for you to take ownership of your learning and career direction so that you can build the capacity to be an effective, confident health promotion practitioner. Our health promotion courses focus on your professional development. Our partnerships with local industry will give you access to cuttingedge health promotion practice, enhance your health promotion skills and prepare you to develop attributes valued by employers, such as critical analysis, creativity, reflective practice and lifelong learning. The courses have been co-developed with industry, making the teaching relevant to today s workplace needs. There will be regular guest lecturers and project-based activities involving members from the industry. Research that makes a difference Our academic staff are actively involved in many areas of research and are experts in their respective fields. Our staff are well connected with the health promotion industry, which ensures the course content remains relevant to the changing needs of the workplace. Careers After successfully completing one of Deakin s postgraduate courses in health promotion, you will be qualified to undertake roles in private industry, government and Non-Government Organisations (NGOs), and international agencies. Students have regular access to teaching staff as well as student chat groups and multimedia resources. The University has also produced its own Software Essentials package to support online communication. Flexible learning Deakin offers a wide range of elective units across a number of career pathways including health promotion and community development, environments for health, and public health nutrition, allowing you to structure your course to pursue your interests and career aspirations. Organisations that have employed our Health Promotion graduates: Barwon Health Breast Cancer Network Australia Burwood Health Care Cancer Council Department of Human Services Jenny Craig Parks Victoria Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia VicHealth WorkCover. 8.

11 Pathways The Master of Health Promotion is constructed to provide you with the opportunity to gain a second masters degree with only one additional trimester of full-time study. You may choose to combine the Master of Health Promotion with the Master of Health and Human Services Management or Master of Public Health. Enrolment in a second masters degree is subject to application and selection. To take advantage of this opportunity, eligible students are advised to speak to the course coordinator regarding how to structure their course to ensure the appropriate subjects are chosen early and allow this option to develop. Scholarships Deakin offers a variety of scholarships to help support students financially during their studies, including a range of academic scholarships that are awarded to high-achieving students. For more information about scholarships visit scholarships. You may also wish to search broadly for scholarships via the internet. Support for off-campus students As an off-campus student you will usually receive a course material package for each unit you are studying to ensure you have support and direction for your studies, and access to the academic material that is relevant for your course. You will also be supported by our award-winning library services and interactive learning technologies such as Deakin Studies Online (DSO), teleconferencing, elive for online group work activities and tutorial sessions and ilectures (online lecture recordings). These technologies facilitate student engagement in a large proportion of the specialist units. For more information regarding off-campus study and the support services available, please contact the Faculty of Health Student and Academic Services: Phone: health-enquire@deakin.edu.au Further information VicHealth Australian Health Promotion Association 9.

12 Health Promotion Graduate Certificate of Health Promotion 1 PT b x CBD Course code: H515 Admission requirements: An approved tertiary qualification and involvement in health promotion and/or health education activities. Applicants must also submit a written statement outlining reasons for undertaking the course. Applicants without a tertiary qualification who can demonstrate that they have gained sufficient knowledge and skills through work-related training may also be considered. The Graduate Certificate of Health Promotion aims to assist students from varying backgrounds to acquire the knowledge and skills necessary for developing appropriate approaches to evidence-based health promotion. The course is particularly relevant for students who wish to gain employment in health-related areas. Graduates are able to work in many areas of health promotion and can demonstrate a range of attributes that will enhance their career prospects. Course structure This course consists of 4 credit points of study. Trimester 1 HSH703 Health Promotion HSH704 Health Communication Trimester 2 HSH705 Needs Assessment and Health Program Planning HSH745 Health Program Evaluation See also Graduate Diploma of Health Promotion (H615) and Master of Health Promotion (H749). Graduate Diploma of Health Promotion 1 b x CBD Course code: H615 Admission requirements: An approved tertiary qualification and involvement in health promotion and/or health education activities. Applicants must also submit a written statement outlining reasons for undertaking the course. Applicants without a tertiary qualification who can demonstrate that they have gained sufficient knowledge and skills through work-related training may also be considered. Credit for Prior Learning may be granted on the basis of prior learning experience at postgraduate level. The Graduate Diploma of Health Promotion is designed to enable students from varying backgrounds to acquire the knowledge and skills necessary for developing appropriate and evidence-based health promotion programs. The course addresses strategies that seek to help people take action about their own health, to strengthen community action and to create environments that are more supportive of health policy environments, physical environments, social environments and economic environments. Career opportunities exist worldwide in national and international health organisations; medium-sized businesses to multinational corporations; community organisations; human services agencies; local, state and federal government departments; and statutory authorities. Course structure This course consists of 8 credit points of study comprising seven core units and one elective unit. The elective unit may be chosen from the list below or, to add flexibility and diversity to your studies, you may choose your elective unit of study from approved postgraduate units offered by any Faculty of the University (subject to approval and availability). Core units Trimester 1 HSH702 Contemporary Health Issues and Policies HSH703 Health Promotion HSH704 Health Communication plus one elective unit Trimester 2 HSH705 Needs Assessment and Health Program Planning HSH725 Research for Health Practice HSH728 Health Equity and Human Rights HSH745 Health Program Evaluation Elective unit Students are encouraged to select elective units that complement health promotion practice, including those listed below. Trimester 1 HSH707 Social and Cultural Influences on Population Health Trimester 2 HSH709 Health and Social Impact Assessment HSH724 Local Action for Healthy Cities and Communities Trimester 3 HSH739 International Perspectives on Health Policy and Planning HSH740 People, Place and Planning See also Master of Health Promotion (H749). 10.

13 key 3 PT b f g w x CBD Course duration in years Part time Melbourne Burwood Campus Geelong Waterfront Campus Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus Warrnambool Campus Off campus Community Based Delivery / Institute of Koorie Education Ronamali Weerasuriya Bachelor of Applied Science (Psychology), Deakin University, 2006 Master of Health Promotion, Deakin University, 2008 Campus: Melbourne Burwood Campus Employed: Research Assistant, Parenting Research Centre, East Melbourne For Ronamali Weerasuriya, the skills she learnt while studying for a Master of Health Promotion at Deakin have helped her not only to work in a productive and caring manner in the field of community health, but also to gain a better understanding of the meaning of diversity. The course content taught me that it is the diversity of a community that makes it stronger, to respect this diversity and embrace it, she says. While she found preparing assignments and meeting deadlines challenging, Ronamali says the course taught her to open my mind to new concepts and ways of learning and coping with the unknown. Being an international student who was not only adjusting to living in a different country but to the idea of living without the direct support of her family, she says she particularly valued the supportive and approachable attitude of the teaching staff. The course content taught me that it is the diversity of a community that makes it stronger, to respect this diversity and embrace it. Ronamali is currently employed as a Research Assistant, working on an early language and literacy development study at the not-for-profit research and development organisation, the Parenting Research Centre, in East Melbourne, but she hopes to one day return to Deakin as a member of its teaching staff. Having already worked on a research project with Associate Professor Mardie Townsend, looking at literature surrounding the mental health benefits gained from contact with nature, Ronamali also hopes to further contribute to the environmental health arena through research and community development or health promotion work. She says her postgraduate study at Deakin left her ready to take on the real world. And the teaching staff and other students make your learning experience and journey one that you will always treasure. 11.

14 Health Promotion Master of Health Promotion 1.5 b x CBD Course code: H749 Admission requirements: An approved tertiary qualification and involvement in health promotion and/or health education activities. Applicants must also submit a written statement outlining reasons for undertaking the course. Applicants without a tertiary qualification who can demonstrate that they have gained sufficient knowledge and skills through work-related training and experience may also be considered. Credit for Prior Learning may be granted on the basis of prior learning experience at postgraduate level. Students who have completed the graduate certificate or graduate diploma are eligible for Credit for Prior Learning for the masters degree. Preventing illness and promoting health are major aspects of the work of health agencies in all developed and developing countries. Deakin s Master of Health Promotion is designed to enable students from varying backgrounds to acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to develop appropriate and evidence-based health promotion programs. You will obtain a broad-based understanding of the determinants of health in populations and of the range of strategies that practitioners and organisations can implement to make a difference in creating healthier communities. The course addresses strategies that seek to help people take action about their own health, to strengthen community action and to create environments that are more supportive of health policy environments, physical environments, social environments and economic environments. The Master of Health Promotion provides you with the opportunity to extend your study of health promotion to undertake a major or minor project. These projects allow you to apply the knowledge and skills developed in the coursework component of the degree to a significant health issue by undertaking a comprehensive literature review, industrylinked project or a research project. Course structure This course consists of 12 credit points of study, comprising seven core units (7 credit points) and 5 credit points of elective units. Core units HSH702 Contemporary Health Issues and Policies HSH703 Health Promotion HSH704 Health Communication HSH705 Needs Assessment and Health Program Planning HSH725 Research for Health Practice HSH728 Health Equity and Human Rights HSH745 Health Program Evaluation Elective units The additional 5 credit points of elective units may be completed as either Option A or Option B. Elective credit points may be chosen from those listed below, from the career pathways available in the Master of Public Health (refer to pages 16 17), or to add flexibility and diversity to your studies, you may choose your elective unit/s from approved postgraduate units offered by any Faculty of the University (subject to availability and approval of the course coordinator). Students interested in undertaking elective units from another Faculty should seek the advice of the course coordinator before proceeding. Option A HSH731 Minor Project A (1 credit point) HSH732 Minor Project B (1 credit point) plus three elective units Option B HSH733 Major Project A (2 credit points) HSH734 Major Project B (2 credit points) plus one elective unit Elective units Trimester 1 HSH707 Social and Cultural Influences on Population Health Trimester 2 HSH709 Health and Social Impact Assessment HSH724 Local Action for Healthy Cities and Communities Trimester 3 HSH739 International Perspectives on Health Policy and Planning HSH740 People, Place and Planning For more information visit 12.

15 key 3 PT b f g w x CBD Course duration in years Part time Melbourne Burwood Campus Geelong Waterfront Campus Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus Warrnambool Campus Off campus Community Based Delivery / Institute of Koorie Education Melbourne Burwood Campus 13.

16 Public Health Public Health is a growing profession focused on preventing disease, prolonging life and promoting health through the organised efforts and informed choices of society, organisations, communities and individuals. It is concerned with improving the health of people in the population, and seeks to understand and act on the social and environmental factors that cause poor health. Public Health primarily incorporates the interdisciplinary approaches of epidemiology, biostatistics and health services. Environmental health, community health, behavioural health, and occupational health are other important and related areas. Deakin s Public Health program provides you with the knowledge and skills to maintain and improve upon existing health promoting environments and to identify public health priorities. Industry relevance Deakin s Master of Public Health is a population-focused program, with strengths in health promotion, environments for health, epidemiology and research, in addition to health economics and economic analysis. Teaching activities reflect current research and evidence-based practice. The course has been co-developed in collaboration with industry, making the teaching relevant to today s workplace needs. Graduates of our Master of Public Health will be well prepared for roles in: capacity building environmental health epidemiology health finance health information management health promotion infection control international public health needs assessment policy development and analysis program development program evaluation project management public health advocacy public health leadership research strategic planning. Flexible learning The majority of core, selective and elective units are offered in oncampus and off-campus study modes, and some units are also offered in block mode. You can take advantage of this flexibility to study when, where and how you like and tailor your studies around your work and lifestyle commitments. Students are encouraged to speak to the course coordinator prior to mapping out their individual course structure. Deakin offers a wide range of elective units across a number of career pathways, allowing you to structure your course to pursue your interests and career aspirations. Career pathways are offered in six areas to Deakin: health promotion and community development environments for health public health practice health economics and management applied research public health nutrition. Careers After successful completion of the Master of Public Health you will have the ability to generate initiatives for policy and action, strategies to ensure equity in the health system and interventions to promote the health of disadvantaged groups. You will be well prepared to undertake roles in private industry, government and non-government organisations and international agencies. Organisations that have employed our Public Health graduates: Barwon Health Breast Cancer Network Australia Burwood Health Care Cancer Council Department of Human Services Jenny Craig Parks Victoria Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia VicHealth WorkCover. 14.

17 Pathways The course is designed to provide you with the opportunity to gain a second masters degree with only one additional trimester of full-time study. You may choose to combine the Master of Public Health with the Master of Health and Human Services Management or Master of Health Promotion. Enrolment in a second masters degree is subject to application and selection. To take advantage of this opportunity, eligible students are advised to speak to the course coordinator at the commencement of the course to ensure that the appropriate subjects are chosen early and allow this option to develop. Scholarships Deakin offers a variety of scholarships to help support students financially during their studies, including a range of academic scholarships that are awarded to high-achieving students. For more information about scholarships visit scholarships. You may also wish to search broadly for scholarships via the internet. Further information VicHealth Public Health Association of Australia Department of Human Services Rhonda Garad Graduate Diploma of Health Promotion, Deakin University, 2008 Master of Public Health, Deakin University, 2009 Currently: Graduate Certificate of Education Off campus Employed: Health Promotion Practitioner After 20 years working as a nurse and then a naturopath, Rhonda Garad decided a career change was needed and started looking at her options for returning to study. I soon became aware that Deakin was a university with great online learning options in health. As a working mother it was impossible for me to attend lectures, so online learning has been a god send. I began with a Graduate Diploma of Health Promotion then went on to a Master of Public Health and now I m completing a Graduate Certificate of Education, she says. After completing her Graduate Diploma of Health Promotion, Rhonda gained employment as a health promotion practitioner with Southern Health one of the largest health organisations in Melbourne s south-east. She now also works as a part-time university lecturer and tutor. I felt my Deakin studies prepared me well for my roles, which are varied, challenging and require a range of skills and knowledge. It s no exaggeration to say that making the decision to study has changed my life. I would not be where I am today without Deakin and its flexible learning options. Rhonda says Deakin s health promotion course not only helped develop her written skills, but equipped her with historical and contextual health information. I also gained a knowledge of vital health promotion skills around the planning, implementing and evaluating of health promotion projects and the masters degree developed my research skills and knowledge, she explains. Rhonda says she enjoyed every aspect of her studies at Deakin. The greatest thrill was in the early stages as I slowly watched my grades improve as I began to understand how to study effectively. Deakin s staff were exceptionally helpful and willing to do whatever it took to help get me through. She says consistency and discipline are the two keys to successful postgraduate study. It is not about how bright you are but how committed you are to complete it. It s no exaggeration to say that making the decision to study has changed my life. I would not be where I am today without Deakin and its flexible learning options. 15.

18 Public Health Master of Public Health 1.5 b Course code: H747 Admission requirements: Applicants will normally have an undergraduate degree and have two years of relevant professional practice. Applicants must also submit a written statement outlining reasons for undertaking the course and demonstrated interest and/or involvement in professional activities related to public health. Alternative admission may be granted to applicants who can demonstrate that they have gained sufficient prerequisite knowledge and skills through work related training and/or experience. Following successful completion of the course, you will be equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary to maintain and improve upon existing health-promoting environments, the capacity to carry out research to identify public health priorities and generate initiatives for policy and action, and the ability to develop strategies to ensure equity in the health system and interventions to promote the health of disadvantaged groups. Completing the degree by coursework with a minor thesis ensures you have a broad-based understanding of the determinants of health in populations, and the capacity for in-depth study and research in a relevant area of public health specialisation. Career opportunities for graduates of the Master of Public Health exist in government, research, non-government organisations, international non-government organisations, healthcare, community and other settings, either local or global. Course structure This course consists of 12 credit points of study, comprising a combination of core units (4 credit points), selective units (at least 2 credit points) and elective units, which can be chosen according to your desired career pathway. The majority of core, selective and elective units will be offered in off campus and on-campus mode. Some units may also be offered in block mode. Core units All students must complete the following core units. HSH701 Principles of Practice of Public Health HSH702 Contemporary Health Issues and Policies HSH744 Epidemiology 1 HSH746 Biostatistics 1 Selective units All students must complete a minimum of two selective units from the five options listed below. HSH703 Health Promotion HSH717 Health Economics 1 HSH725 Research for Health Practice HSH728 Health Equity and Human Rights HSN705 Population Food and Health Issues Elective units Students must chose up to 6 additional credit points of elective units completed as either Option A or Option B. Elective credit points may be chosen from within or across the career pathways listed. To add flexibility and diversity to your studies you may choose your elective unit/s from approved postgraduate units offered by any Faculty of the University (subject to availability and approval of the course coordinator). Students interested in pursuing this option should seek the advice of the course coordinator before proceeding. Option A HSH731 Minor Project A (1 credit point) HSH732 Minor Project B (1 credit point) plus four elective units from the career pathways listed Option B HSH733 Major Project A (2 credit points) HSH734 Major Project B (2 credit points) plus two elective units from the career pathways listed Career pathways Health promotion and community development HSH702 Contemporary Health Issues and Policies HSH703 Health Promotion HSH704 Health Communication HSH705 Needs Assessment and Health Program Planning HSH707 Social and Cultural Influences on Population HSH715 Qualitative Methods for Health HSH724 Local Action for Healthy Cities and HSH725 Research for Health Practice HSH728 Health Equity and Human Rights HSH736 Community Consultation and HSH739 International Perspectives on Health Policy and HSH740 People, Place and HSH745 Health Program Evaluation MPM704 Managing for Environmental Sustainability Note: Students undertaking this career pathway should take the HSH703 Health Promotion selective unit. Environments for health HSH702 Contemporary Health Issues and Policies HSH707 Social and Cultural Influences on Population HSH724 Local Action for Healthy Cities and HSH728 Health Equity and Human Rights HSH736 Community Consultation and HSH739 International Perspectives on Health Policy and HSH740 People, Place and HMF701 Agricultural Health and Medicine* Note: Students undertaking this career pathway should take the HSH728 Health Equity and Human Rights selective unit. 16.

19 key 3 PT b f g w x CBD Course duration in years Part time Melbourne Burwood Campus Geelong Waterfront Campus Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus Warrnambool Campus Off campus Community Based Delivery / Institute of Koorie Education Public health practice HSH701 Principles and Practice of Public Health HSH702 Contemporary Health Issues and Policies HSH717 Health Economics 1 HSH719 Economic Evaluation 1 HSH724 Local Action for Healthy Cities and HSH725 Research for Health Practice HSH728 Health Equity and Human Rights HSH739 International Perspectives on Health Policy and HSH744 Epidemiology 1 HSH745 Health Program Evaluation HSH746 Biostatistics 1 HMF701 Agricultural Health and Medicine* Note: Students undertaking this career pathway should take the HSH728 Health Equity and Human Rights selective unit. Health economics and management HSH702 Contemporary Health Issues and Policies HSH717 Health Economics 1 HSH719 Economic Evaluation 1 HSH739 International Perspectives on Health Policy and HSH744 Epidemiology 1 HSH745 Health Program Evaluation HSH746 Biostatistics 1 MPM721 Organisational Behaviour Applied research ASC742 Survey Research HSH706 Social Epidemiology HSH715 Qualitative Health Research HSH719 Economic Evaluation 1 HSH725 Research for Health Practice HSH744 Epidemiology 1 HSH745 Health Program Evaluation HSH746 Biostatistics 1 Note: Students undertaking this career pathway should take the HSH725 Research for Health Practice selective Unit offered in alternate years. * HMF701 includes a five-day intensive workshop held in February. For more information visit Note: Students may also select a unit from the Master of Business Administration offered at Deakin University, subject to approval from the course leader. Public health nutrition HSN701 Principles of Nutrition HSN702 Lifespan Nutrition HSN704 Food, Nutrition and Society HSN705 Population Food and Health Issues HSN706 Food Policy and Public Health HSN713 Food, Nutrition and Behaviour HSN734 Obesity Prevention HSN738 International Nutrition Note: Students undertaking this career pathway should take the HSN705 Population Health and Food Issues selective unit. 17.