Overview

This 6-month interdisciplinary program is an entry point for those looking to develop a foundation of knowledge in environmental health risks, how they affect public health and how to create viable solutions.

During the Environmental Health Sciences program from University of Queensland, you'll complete 4 courses that cover key areas of environmental health risk assessment and communication. You'll also have the option to choose from a range of electives, which allows you to develop your own specialist knowledge.

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 include:

Risk Communication

Environmental Health Risk - Biological Hazards

Environmental Health Risks - Chemical Hazards

Environmental Health Risks - Physical Hazards

Climate Science and Policy

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-07-27 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-05 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00 , National
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

Language

English

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Credits

8 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Gatton, Australia
Brisbane, Australia
Brisbane, Australia

Disciplines

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

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS CODE: 00025B

An approved degree, or A post-secondary qualification and a minimum of two years full time (or equivalent) experience working in an environmental health or related public health setting, as approved by the Executive Dean. A degree in one of the following disciplines would normally meet the 'approved degree' requirement:

Nursing

Paramedicine

Environmental technology

Medicine

Environmental Management

Public Health Management

Environmental Science

Science.

Health Sciences

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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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Non-residents

23600 AUD / year

≈ 23600 AUD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

6112 AUD / year

≈ 6112 AUD / year

Funding

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Duration

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International Applies to you

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Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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