Overview
Many of our graduates occupy key positions in health services and universities in Australia, and the Western Pacific and Asian regions. This Public Health program from University of New South Wales prepares you for education, research and service in all aspects of public health by providing a sophisticated understanding of the multidisciplinary area of public health.
The courses include study in epidemiology, quantitative and qualitative research methods, health services management, health promotion, and development and education in health, as well as a systematic review of topical public health issues. Students will acquire a deep understanding and skills for research, professional practice and further learning.
Why choose this degree?
This degree is designed to address the continuing education needs of specialists in public health as well as providing a general orientation to public health issues and methods for health professionals.
Who should choose this degree?
A Masters in Public Health is essential for those wishing to pursue a career in population health and for those seeking to consolidate their knowledge and skills developed through professional practice.
Career opportunities
- Epidemiology
- Disease control
- Health promotion
- Policy formulation
- Research
- Governance and management of health programs in global health settings
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Health Promotion and Social Perspectives of Health
- Foundations in Public Health and Health Care Systems
- Ageing and Health
- Infectious Diseases Control
- International Health
- Health Promotion
- Primary Health Care
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Public Health Health Sciences View 234 other Masters in Public Health in AustraliaAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
CRICOS Code: 008969M
- An undergraduate degree in a field relevant to public health or health management and two years full-time professional or volunteer experience. This may also include equivalent professional experience acquired as part of a degree of 4 or more years duration (e.g. MBBS, MD)
- An undergraduate degree plus an honours or postgraduate degree in a field relevant to public health or health management
Tuition Fee
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International
49000 AUD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 49000 AUD per year during 12 months. -
National
32160 AUD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 32160 AUD per year during 12 months.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.