Discover a career that promotes health across the individual, community and population level.
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Why study Public Health?
Play a part in improving health outcomes throughout communities. Public Health courses combine core planning and management, health promotion, community health and advocacy subjects with the foundations of public health and disease prevention and control. Learn about health challenges at a community or population level and become a part of the solution.
Higher learning with higher standards
As a B Corporation, we believe in the transformative power of education. We are committed to encouraging students to become forces of change.
Learn from specialists in their field
Our academics understand where the industry is heading and will guide you on your learning journey.
Reach career goals faster
Through hands-on learning, you’ll solve practical challenges that require problem-solving and genuine industry insight.
Future-proof your career
Our diverse academics and industry partners will help you gain new perspectives and a wide-reaching business network.
Explore Public Health at Torrens University Australia
Scroll through our range of courses to discover the educational path that’s right for you.
Why study with us?
As the country’s fastest-growing university, Torrens University Australia brings a fresh approach to higher education. With employability at the centre of everything we do, we offer industry-relevant Public Health courses in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Adelaide taught by leading public health experts. Our flexible online and on-campus study options, personalised approach and partnership placement will help you find a career you love.
Your teachers and academics
Active on the forefront of their field, our industry-connected educational facilitators are here to help you achieve your career goal.
Lisa Casanelia
Program director, Public Health
Lisa has a background in social science, musculoskeletal therapy clinical practice and public health, over more than 25 years of experience in clinical and education sectors. With a passion for human rights and social justice, public health was a natural progression. Lisa also believes in the importance of education as a fundamental social determinant of health, making her a strong proponent of the combination of education and health. She has been involved in managing education programs in both higher education and vocational education and training sectors for 20 years and is focused on supporting the academic success of students within public health programs.
Associate Dean of Health and Education
After completing her PhD in Neuroscience at La Trobe University, Pam conducted post-doctoral research at the Medical College of Wisconsin, USA, studying circadian rhythms.
Study at our centrally located campuses
You decide where you study. We have built first-class campus facilities in central locations across Australia and invested in technology so you can study anytime from anywhere in the world, when it suits your schedule.
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Surry Hills, Central Sydney campusHealth, Business and Hospitality
17-37 Foveaux Street
Surry Hills, NSW 2010
Flinders Street campusDesign and Creative Technology, Health, Business, Hospitality, English Language Centre
196 Flinders Street
Melbourne, VIC 3000
Fortitude Valley campusDesign and Creative Technology, Health, Business, Hospitality, English Language Centre
90 Bowen Terrace
Fortitude Valley, QLD 4006
