SDG Detail

Major in�Public Health: Policy and Promotion

Undergraduate program

Project description

Public health is the study of factors that determine population-level health and the measures taken to improve the wellbeing of society as a whole. It aims to improve the social and environmental determinants that influence health. It considers how health policy is developed, and how health promotion is conducted in local and global settings. This major is suitable for those interested in an interdisciplinary view of health and an integrated awareness of the determinants, distribution and consequences of health in society. The growth of the health and community services sectors reflects greater focus on support for vulnerable and disadvantaged groups, including those with a disability, and an ageing population. The workforce is becoming progressively more qualified, and this major will equip you with the skills and knowledge to work in this exciting and rapidly expanding sector.

Year 2022

Location Australia

Organization Macquarie University

Project aims

Project outcome

Examine how contemporary health policy is developed and promoted Learn about health issues, policy and promotion from several perspectives � communications, marketing, psychology and sociology. Join Australia's fastest-growing job sector Gain the knowledge to work in a range of health-related industries, including health education, health promotion and public health. Combine your learning with practical and professional experience Participate in PACE (Professional and Community Engagement) to gain relevant health-related workplace experience. Review key environmental, socioeconomic and cultural factors Examine factors that impact human health, influence the global and societal burden of disease and contribute to health disparities.