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 2025-07-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-06-30 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2025-05-31 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2026-02-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-01-31 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2025-11-30 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

8 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Disciplines

Health Sciences Environmental Sciences View 167 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.

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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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

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

23600 AUD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 23600 AUD per year during 12 months.
National

5535 AUD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 5535 AUD per year during 12 months.

Funding

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

Embark on your journey with the Studyportals Scholarship! We're giving away a total of 20,000 euros to help you achieve your dream of studying abroad.

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

Embark on your journey with the Studyportals Scholarship! We're giving away a total of 20,000 euros to help you achieve your dream of studying abroad.

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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