Course results for Curtin University Public health Subjects

Make evidence-based decisions, plan for priorities, and execute and assess health promotion programs for effectiveness. Help people gain control over their health.Build capacity and design policy to prevent disease and improve community wellbeing.

Investigate how government bodies protect and maintain public health. Use tools and frameworks to assess public health risks. See how legislation and standards advance public health. Explore public health in different countries and various scenarios.

Unpack the inner-workings of qualitative research in public health. You’ll look into the assumptions at play with different methods – applying your new-found skills to a real public health issue. Weigh up ethics, collection, analysis and reporting.

Learn to measure and monitor diverse health strategies, and lead complex change to improve public health.Communicate ethically and effectively with multicultural and non-technical people. Self-manage and critique your professional performance.