Graduate Certificate in Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drug Studies (GCATODS)
Information valid for students commencing 2012
Duration
1 Year part-time (only available as part-time study)
Commencing 2012
Semester 1 (27 Feb, 2012)
Semester 2 (23 Jul, 2012)
Summer Semester (05 Dec, 2012)
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
8
Program code
5508
Faculty
Teaching Location
Herston
Delivery mode
External
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
To enrol, a student must (a) hold an approved degree; or (b) have completed post secondary study to the satisfaction of the head of school.
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to Apply
Closing Date
To commence study in Semester 1 - January 31 of the year of commencement.
To commence study in Semester 2 - June 30 of the year of commencement.
To commence study in summer - October 31 of the year of enrolment.
Apply OnlineEnquiries for Australian students
Program & Teaching Support Convenor, School of Population Health
Email: enquiries@sph.uq.edu.au
Phone: 07 3346 4648
Web: www.sph.uq.edu.au
Duration
1 Year part-time (only available as part-time study)
Commencing 2012
Semester 1 (27 Feb, 2012)
Semester 2 (23 Jul, 2012)
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
8
Program code
5508
Faculty
Teaching Location
Herston
Delivery mode
External
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
To enrol, a student must (a) hold an approved degree; or (b) have completed post secondary study to the satisfaction of the head of school.
International students who wish to undertake this program will not qualify for a Student Visa. To study this program in Australia, international students must hold alternative Australian Visa/Residency status with a sufficient study entitlement. See Department of Home Affairs for further details. Alternatively, for programs available in 'External' mode, students may study from their home country.
English Proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6.
Internet based TOEFL test results are considered on a case by case basis. view the English proficiency policy.Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the School of Population Health.
Closing Date
To commence study in Semester 1 - January 31 of the year of commencement.
To commence study in Semester 2 - June 30 of the year of commencement.
How to applyWhy study the Graduate Certificate in Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drug Studies?
Within the field of Public Health, alcohol, tobacco and other drug use are associated with a significant burden of illness and injury in populations around the globe. In addition, individuals, families and communities experience adverse social harms arising from specific patterns of intoxication, modes of drug use and illicit drug markets. The majority of courses listed in this program are offered externally only.
What you can study
Courses and requirements
See the courses and requirements for courses that can be studied as part of the Graduate Certificate in Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drug Studies.
Click on the course code to view the Course Profile, for further information including advice of courses with shared teaching activities.
Majors/Specialisations
Studies may be undertaken in the following specialisations. Please click on the major(s) that are of interest to you for more information.
Graduate Certificate in Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drug Studies
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
Prerequisites
To enrol, a student must (a) hold an approved degree; or (b) have completed post secondary study to the satisfaction of the head of school.
Entry requirements for International students
Prerequisites
To enrol, a student must (a) hold an approved degree; or (b) have completed post secondary study to the satisfaction of the head of school.
Additional application requirements
This program is not available to international students coming to Australia to study on a Student Visa as the Graduate Certificate in Alcohol, Tobacco and other Drug Studies cannot be undertaken full time due to course sequencing. International students can however, complete this program from their home country as the courses are offered in external mode.
Visa requirements
International students who wish to undertake this program will not qualify for a Student Visa. To study this program in Australia, international students must hold alternative Australian Visa/Residency status with a sufficient study entitlement. See Department of Home Affairs for further details. Alternatively, for programs available in 'External' mode, students may study from their home country.
English proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6.
Internet based TOEFL test results are considered on a case by case basis. View the English proficiency policy.How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the School of Population Health.
Click here for application procedures for International students.
Closing date
To commence study in Semester 1 - January 31 of the year of commencement.
To commence study in Semester 2 - June 30 of the year of commencement.
What it costs
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
What you can do with a Graduate Certificate in Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drug Studies
Careers
This degree is ideal for people working or seeking a career in a wide range of alcohol and drug services and related government or community settings. Our students and graduates work in many diverse roles in government, private practice, education academia and the justice system.
Program rules for the Graduate Certificate in Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drug Studies
To complete the Graduate Certificate in Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drug Studies
To fulfil the requirements of the Graduate Certificate in Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drug Studies, a student must complete the requisite number of courses chosen from the course list in accordance with the Program Rules.
#8 from the GCATODS course list.
Students should be aware of the University of Queensland policies and rules which govern the conduct of UQ programs. These may be found on the UQ policies and rules page on the my.UQ website.
