Overview

This 1.5 year Master of Environmental Health Sciences offered at University of Queensland will equip you with the knowledge and skills to identify and resolve complex environmental health risks.

You'll learn to confidently communicate the risks and mitigation options to a range of stakeholders across the private sector, government and general public. You'll also be prepared to formulate or contribute to the development of policy, regulations and guidelines, through the synthesis of scientific evidence.

During the program, you'll complete advanced-level courses that cover key areas of environmental health risk assessment and communication. You'll also undertake a research project on a relevant topic, interpret results and report on your findings. The program supports flexible delivery options that allow you to choose what suits you best, including full-time, part-time or online study.

You'll graduate with a respected qualification that will open the door to more career opportunities, with highly-sought skills that will prepare you for management positions across a range of relevant industries.

Career possibilities

Postgraduate study can take you anywhere. Here are some of the careers you could be on your way to:

Environmental systems specialist

Environmental scientist

Senior research technician

Environment reporting and analysis specialist

Environment consultant

Programme Structure

Courses included:

System Dynamics

Dynamics of Public Policy

Agricultural Research Methodologies

Developing a Research Proposal

Evaluation of Programs & Projects

Public Health Research Methods

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-02-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-30 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-01-31 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-07-27 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-05-31 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-06-30 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

32 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Brisbane, Australia
Brisbane, Australia
Gatton, Australia
Brisbane, Australia

Disciplines

Health Sciences Environmental Sciences View 154 other Masters in Health Sciences in Australia

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Academic requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS code: 098321F

An approved degree; or

A degree (or equivalent) in a different discipline and a minimum of 12 months full-time (or equivalent) work experience in an environmental health-related setting, as approved by the Executive Dean; or

A Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma in Environmental Health Sciences from this university (or equivalent).

The minimum GPA to be considered for admission into this program is 4.0.

English language requirements

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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50032 AUD / year

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Citizens or residents

12225 AUD / year

≈ 12225 AUD / year

Living costs

Brisbane

Australia

1402 - 2528 AUD / month

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Funding

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