The purpose of the Postgraduate Diploma (PGDip) in Public Health is to provide an educational opportunity for working professionals for acquiring, strengthening, and deepening knowledge and skills to effectively contribute to strengthening health systems and programmes.
Admission requirements
To be considered for admission, applicants must meet the following minimum
requirements:
Candidates must be in possession of a 360 credits qualification at NQF level 7 or equivalent in any cognate discipline.
A minimum of three years of working experience in the health or welfare sector is required.
A candidate may be admitted in terms of RPL with relevant experience, in accordance with Rule A.2.1.4 and approval of the Senate.
Additional supporting documents may be required by the University from time to time.
Selection – As only a limited number of students can be admitted to the programme, applicants will be subject to a selection procedure.
How to apply
Applications should be submitted to Ms Maryam Salie by email at marsalie@uwc.ac.za.
Applications must include a current CV, a motivation letter, certified copies of academic records (degree and transcript), and a writing sample, which may include a published article, a research paper or a thesis.
THE CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS FOR ADMISSION TO THE PROGRAMME IS 30 JUNE.
What can I do with a diploma in public health?
People trained in public health can explore career opportunities with non-government organizations (NGOs), consulting firms, healthcare associations, hospitals, nursing homes, physician practices, mental health organizations, public health departments, rehabilitation centres, skilled nursing facilities, universities