Duration
6 months full time / 1 year part time
Mode (Location)
Mixed Attendance Mode (Parkville)
Intake
March, July
Key dates
Key dates
Fees
AUD $18,000 (2026 indicative first year fee). Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) are not available
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Student experience
Overview
- Gain essential knowledge of climate change and its health impacts.
- Learn practical skills to apply theory and methods to sustainability in healthcare.
- Contribute significantly to society in the field of planetary health.
The Graduate Certificate in Climate Change and Health will provide you with fundamental knowledge and skills to address one of the greatest global challenges to health and wellbeing in the 21st century. In this course, you'll learn the core concepts of climate change and how it affects health. You'll gain the ability to apply relevant theories and methods to promote sustainability in healthcare. Most importantly, you'll learn to use your knowledge, information, and research skills to solve real health problems and help shape policies related to climate change. You'll also be exposed to current local, national, and international approaches to health and climate change advocacy, preparing you to make significant contributions to society in the vital field of planetary health.
Highlights of the Climate Change and Health experience
Expert academics
Throughout your studies, you will be guided by leading subject matter experts. For instance, you'll learn from Associate Professor Grant Blashki, a Lecturer in Planetary and Global Health at the Nossal Institute for Global Health, The University of Melbourne. He passionately recommends this program, highlighting that "it offers a vital program for students who wish to make a positive impact on society in the coming decades." He emphasises that the program covers a broad range of topics, including climate science, planetary health, epidemiology, policy development, sustainable healthcare, and community engagement, ensuring you develop a comprehensive understanding of this complex and interdisciplinary field.
Flexible learning and practical application
This course emphasises the practical application of the knowledge you gain. You'll have wonderful opportunities to work on realistic projects, applying your learning to address pressing issues related to climate change and health.
Through your learning, you'll develop the necessary knowledge and skills to understand the complex relationship between climate change and health. Ultimately, the insights and expertise you gain from this program will be invaluable for both your career and for society at large, helping to shape policies and initiatives that reduce the impact of climate change on public health, prepare society to adapt, and create a more sustainable and fair future for everyone.
Profile
Grant Blashki
Associate Professor Grant Blashki
Lecturer, Planetary and Global Health
Nossal Institute for Global Health, The University of Melbourne
"I highly recommend the University of Melbourne's Graduate Certificate in Climate Change and Health, as it offers a vital program for students who wish to make a positive impact on society in the coming decades. The intersection between climate change and health has become increasingly crucial, as the global climate crisis is already affecting the health and wellbeing of populations worldwide. This program provides students with the necessary knowledge and skills to understand the complex relationship between climate change and health, and more importantly, to develop solutions to mitigate its impact.
One of the key features of this course is its emphasis on practical applications of the knowledge gained. Students will have the opportunity to work on realistic projects and apply their learning to address pressing issues related to climate change and health. The program covers a broad range of topics, including climate science, planetary health, epidemiology, policy development, sustainable health care and community engagement, ensuring that graduates develop a comprehensive understanding of the complex and interdisciplinary nature of this field.
The insights and expertise gained from this program will be invaluable for students and society at large. As climate change continues to pose a significant threat to public health, there is a growing need for professionals who can tackle this issue in a meaningful way. Graduates of this program will be equipped to work in various settings, including government agencies, non-governmental organizations, research institutions, and healthcare facilities. Ultimately, the skills and knowledge gained from this program will help shape policies and initiatives that mitigate the impact of climate change on public health, prepare society to adapt to climate change and in the long run help create a more sustainable and equitable future for all."