Master of Public Health
University of Melbourne, The
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00116K
The Master of Public Health offers students the opportunity to gain the skills and knowledge required for a career in public health practice. Within the course students are exposed to the core foundations of public health theory and practice and also have the opportunity to specialise in the advanced public health training streams offered through the University of Melbourne. The Master of Public Health programs at the University of Melbourne is delivered by academic staff with extensive experience and depth of knowledge, who are leaders in their chosen fields of public health.
Designed for
Those seeking a career in public health or seeking to broaden their knowledge and skill set in this area
Structure
200 points taken over two years full time or four years part time. Standard 200 Point Program: Six core subjects and nine elective subjects and Capstone Selective: Public Health in Practice OR Six core subjects, eight elective subjects and either a Research Project or Professional Practice unit. 25 Credit Points Advanced Standing: Six core subjects and seven elective subjects and Capstone Selective: Public Health in Practice OR Six core subjects, six elective subjects and either a Research Project or Professional Practice unit. 50 Credit Points Advanced Standing: Five core subjects and six elective subjects and Capstone Selective: Public Health in Practice OR Five core subjects and five elective subjects and either a Research Project or Professional Practice unit.
Subjects
- Epidemiology and Biostatistics
- Evaluation and Implementation Science
- Gerontology
- Global Health
- Health Gender and Society
- Health Economics and Economic Evaluation
- Health Policy Systems Practice
- Indigenous Health
- Infectious Disease Epidemiology
- Sexual Health
Standard entry requirements
In order to be considered applicants must have completed:An undergraduate degree in any discipline, with a weighted average mark of at least 65%, or equivalent ORAn undergraduate degree and one of the following Graduate Certificates from the University of Melbourne, with a weighted average mark of at least 65%:
Study pathways
Applicants with an undergraduate degree and minimum two years' documented health-related work experience may be granted 25 points of advanced standing and 50 points of advanced standing for an undergraduate degree and minimum two years' documented health-related work experience or undergraduate degree or graduate certificate in a cognate discipline or 100 points advanced standing for a Post Graduate Diploma in a cognate discipline. Students enrolled in the Doctor of Medicine (MD) may be permitted to enrol in the Master of Public Health after completing year 3 of the MD and may receive 25 points of advanced standing.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Mid year intake | Attendance |
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| Parkville | International: $103,516 | No |
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Further information
Meeting these entry requirements does not guarantee selection.
