Graduate Certificate in Climate Change and Health

Explore the relationship between climate health and human health

Help address one of the greatest global challenges to health and wellbeing with a Graduate Certificate in Climate Change and Health at Melbourne. Join a committed cohort of health professionals, policy makers, and others seeking solutions to environmental effects on health. Become an expert in measuring climate change impacts on health, as well as mitigation and adaptation strategies. Graduate ready to lead sustainability in health.

Key features

• Future-ready skills. Learn to identify and analyse strategies and policies aimed at reducing climate change's effects on health, especially for vulnerable populations.
• Lead others. Prepare for leadership roles in health policy and programs focused on sustainability.
• Follow your interests. Open doors to further study, including full credit towards a Master of Public Health.

Why study climate change and health at Melbourne? 

Health professionals and leaders are urgently needed to understand these complex issues and develop effective solutions. You’ll be part of the crucial effort to understand, minimise, and develop strategies to deal with the impacts of climate change on health.

You will develop the following key, real-world skills:

• Problem-solving. Analyse the influence of the health sector, government, business/industry, non-government organisations and media in developing and implementing solutions to climate change challenges.
• Active citizenship. Be equipped to make substantial contributions to society in the field of planetary health.
• An international perspective. Gain a broad understanding of the contemporary local, national, and global approaches to health and climate change advocacy.

What support services can Graduate Certificate in Climate Change and Health students access at Melbourne?

• MDHS Student Hub. Stop by for student enquiries, leadership training, and wellbeing support programs.
• Melbourne Population & Global Health Student Society (MPGHSS). MPGHSS runs a variety of networking, career support, and social events throughout the year.

Who is the Graduate Certificate in Climate Change and Health for?

This course is for individuals passionate about the intersection of climate change and health. It's ideal for:

• Health professionals looking to understand and respond to the health impacts of climate change.
• Environmental professionals seeking to connect their work with public health outcomes.
• Policy makers and advocates who want to develop effective strategies for climate resilience and adaptation.
• Community leaders interested in fostering sustainable and healthy communities.

If you are committed to learning how to protect human health in the face of environmental challenges, this course is for you.

What do students say about the Graduate Certificate in Climate Change and Health?

Lindsay Scudder

"I have enjoyed discovering that the subject of climate change and health intersects many different specialities and through panel sessions have had the pleasure to speak with many leaders in various fields."

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Courses related to the Graduate Certificate in Climate Change and Health

This course also offers a clear and valuable stepped pathway into the University’s flagship Master of Public Health program, providing you with full credit into the program. This means your studies in climate change and health can seamlessly lead to a broader and deeper expertise in public health, further expanding your career opportunities.