Graduate Certificate Health Administration Full Time

Graduate Certificate in Public Administration

at Flinders University · Adelaide, South Australia

CRICOS course code

107771A

CRICOS provider code

00114A

This course is registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students. Verify it yourself at cricos.education.gov.au before paying any fee.

Duration

26 weeks

Tuition (whole course)

A$16,500 total

Per year

A$33,000/yr

Intake

Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul)

About this program

The Graduate Certificate in Public Administration at Flinders University in Adelaide provides foundational knowledge and practical skills for professionals seeking advanced expertise in managing public sector organisations, with a particular focus on health administration. Across one semester (26 weeks), this course introduces students to contemporary public administration theory, public policy analysis, governance frameworks, and effective administration processes relevant to the Australian context.

The program structure comprises a series of core units of study, where each unit awards credit points contributing to completion of the graduate certificate. Students engage in classroom-based learning, case studies, and applied assessment tasks, ensuring practical relevance to real-world public sector challenges. Work-integrated learning is a valued component, fostering professional skills essential for leadership roles in government and health services, but is not always a formal placement in this certificate.

Upon completion, graduates develop core capabilities including policy evaluation, resource management, strategic planning, and ethical decision-making, well suited for those wishing to upskill or transition into public sector management roles. The course is ideal for early-career professionals, those currently in government or healthcare administration, or international students aspiring to understand the unique aspects of public administration in Australia.

Flinders University is recognised as a public higher education provider, and the program aligns with Australian industry requirements—emphasising public health systems, government regulation, and stakeholder engagement. Graduates may be eligible for the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) post-study work stream, and can work up to 48 hours per fortnight while studying. For English requirements and further details, prospective students should confirm all requirements on the official university page and the CRICOS register.

Entry requirements

English: International applicants must evidence English proficiency. IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall is the common undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate standard, rising to 7.0–7.5 for teaching, nursing, medicine, law and social work. TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Cambridge C1 Advanced and the university’s own English programmes are accepted as equivalents; the Department of Home Affairs sets a separate English threshold for the Student visa itself.

International students: Registered on CRICOS for international students. A Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) for this course supports a Student visa (subclass 500) application; Overseas Student Health Cover is required for the full duration.

Career outcomes

Policy Officer in government departments and agencies
Health Service Administrator within public hospitals, clinics, or government health bodies
Project Manager in public sector initiatives
Administrative or Executive Officer in not-for-profit or community organisations
Regulatory Affairs Coordinator in health and social services
Advisor roles in Australian federal, state, and local government

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Graduate Certificate in Public Administration at Flinders University?

It typically takes 26 weeks, with intakes in Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul).

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$16,500 total. Fees change yearly — confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Policy Officer in government departments and agenciesHealth Service Administrator within public hospitals, clinics, or government health bodiesProject Manager in public sector initiativesAdministrative or Executive Officer in not-for-profit or community organisationsRegulatory Af...

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