Graduate Certificate in Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drug Studies (GCATODS)
Information valid for students commencing 2017
Duration
1 Year part-time (only available as part-time study)
Commencing 2017
Semester 1 (27 Feb, 2017)
Semester 2 (24 Jul, 2017)
Summer Semester (01 Dec, 2017)
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
8
Program code
5508
Faculty
Teaching Location
Herston
Delivery mode
External
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
To enrol, a person must:
- hold an approved degree; or
- both:
- have completed post-secondary study; and
- have a minimum of 2 years full-time (or equivalent) experience working in a healthcare or public health setting, as approved by the executive dean.
AQF level
AQF level 8
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
Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.
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.
Duration
1 Year part-time (only available as part-time study)
Commencing 2017
Semester 1 (27 Feb, 2017)
Semester 2 (24 Jul, 2017)
Summer Semester (01 Dec, 2017)
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
8
Program code
5508
Faculty
Teaching Location
Herston
Delivery mode
External
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
To enrol, a person must:
- hold an approved degree; or
- both:
- have completed post-secondary study; and
- have a minimum of 2 years full-time (or equivalent) experience working in a healthcare or public health setting, as approved by the executive dean.
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.
AQF level
AQF level 8
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 Online Application Form.
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 2 - May 31 of the year of commencement.
To commence study in semester 1 - November 30 of the previous year.
To commence study in summer - October 31 of the year of enrolment.
Enquiries for International students
International Student Advisor
Phone: Outside Australia: + 61 3 8676 7004 Within Australia (Free Call): 1800 671 980
Why study the Graduate Certificate in Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drug Studies?
Alcohol, tobacco and other drug use is 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. Despite this huge impact, little formal training is available for those responding to substance use and misuse. The Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drug Studies program meets this need by equipping those working in the field with the knowledge and skills they need to make a real difference.
The majority of courses listed in this program are offered in external mode 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.
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
Prerequisites
To enrol, a person must:
- hold an approved degree; or
- both:
- have completed post-secondary study; and
- have a minimum of 2 years full-time (or equivalent) experience working in a healthcare or public health setting, as approved by the executive dean.
Entry requirements for International students
Prerequisites
To enrol, a person must:
- hold an approved degree; or
- both:
- have completed post-secondary study; and
- have a minimum of 2 years full-time (or equivalent) experience working in a healthcare or public health setting, as approved by the executive dean.
Additional application 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. See Department of Immigration and Border Protection for further details.
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.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 2 - May 31 of the year of commencement.
To commence study in semester 1 - November 30 of the previous year.
To commence study in summer - October 31 of the year of enrolment.
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 award 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.
For more information on program requirements, please contact the Faculty.
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.
