Unit information
- Unit code
- PUN640
- Faculty
- Faculty of Health
- School/Discipline
- School of Public Health and Social Work
- Credit points
- 12
Dates and locations
| Teaching period | Dates | Locations |
|---|---|---|
| Semester 1, 2025 | 24 February 2025 - 21 June 2025 | Kelvin Grove |
Fees
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- Commonwealth supported place (CSP) student contribution amount
- 2025: $2,124
- Pre-2021 commonwealth supported place (CSP) student contribution amount
- 2025: $1,663
- Domestic fee-paying student fee
- 2025: $3,444
- International student fee (excluding study abroad students)
- 2025: $5,220
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Previous study requirements
- Equivalents
- PUQ640
Guide to previous study requirements
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