Master of Public Health (Online)

Overview

There's never been a more important time to learn about the power of public health.

With an ever-increasing need for public health initiatives to prevent and protect the community from diseases, the world needs skilled professionals who understand contemporary public health research and practice.

And you don't need a health background to pursue an in-demand career in public health. 

You'll gain the skills you need to work in health systems around the world. By developing a global and multidisciplinary approach, you'll gain an understanding of public health that can genuinely influence the wellbeing of individuals, families and communities.

Career outcomes

The Master of Public Health (Online) at La Trobe University  will equip you to work in a variety of health-related roles. Graduate ready to apply for roles including:

• Senior policy officer
  • Collaborate with a range of stakeholders from government, private sector and community.
  • Develop policy, briefings and project plans to implement best practice policy and improve people's quality of life.
• Health project manager
  • Design and manage health projects through to completion.
  • Lead your team, negotiate with stakeholders, gain approvals, assess risks and manage budgets in line with expectations.
• Researcher
  • Research public health problems to find solutions, recommend interventions, change policies and improve professional practice.
• Evaluation officer
  • Conduct research to inform projects.
  • Design studies using qualitative and quantitative research.
  • Contribute to reports and communicate your research findings.