Graduate Coursework Programs
Master of Public Health (MPH)
The Master of Public Health is designed to build sound skills and expertise in Australian and international public health. More specifically, this course aims to provide graduates with the knowledge and skills necessary to develop, analyse and implement policy, plan and evaluate health services and programs, and understand how research and project work are conducted, within the public health context. The MPH also provides the practical skills needed to design, conduct, analyse and report on research.
The MPH is flexible by design and allow students to modify their specialisation during their course as they progressively learn more about Public Health research and practice. This ability to self-tailor also permits students to create a highly specialised program providing focused training in specific health disciplines and research methods.
Specialisation streams are offered in Epidemiology & Biostatistics, Health Economics/Economic Evaluation, Health Program Evaluation, International Health, Primary Care, Social Health Sexual Health and Women’s Health. The program is offered in collaboration with Deakin, La Trobe and Monash universities as part of the Victorian Consortium for Public Health.
Master of Public Health | |
| Suitable For: | If you are a health care professional looking to broaden your understanding then this is the program for you. It is ideal for doctors, nurses and other allied health professionals and students with a non-health related degree but work experience in a health related field are welcome. The program will allow you to apply your knowledge in practical and conceptual ways, and learn how to apply your skills to the health arena while exposing you to new networks of health care professionals. It is typically suitable for those seeking a career in public health, traditionally from clinical backgrounds, but increasingly from other health backgrounds, laboratory or basic sciences, or the social sciences. |
| Structure | 200 Point Program: 14 coursework subjects and a Research Project 175 Point Program: 12 coursework subjects and a Research Project. 150 Point Program: 10 coursework subjects and a Research Project. |
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Entry Requirements: | 200 point Program
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| Research Option: | Compulsory Research Project (25 points) |
| Specialisation Opportunities: | Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Health Economics/Economic Evaluation, Health Program Evaluation, International Health, Primary Care, Sexual Health, Social Health and Women's Health. |
| Study Mode: | Predominently classroom, some electives may be offered in distance or block mode. |
| Length/Mode: | 1.5-2 years full time / 3-4 years part time (dependant upon prior qualifications and experience) |
| Fee Payment: | Local students: Full Fee or may be eligible to apply for a limited number of CSP places. |
| Mid-Year Entry: | Will be considered on a case by case basis following submission of a course plan proposal. |
| Articulation: | n/a |
| How to Apply: | Local Applicant - International Applicant |
| For detailed course information, visit the Course and Subject Handbook. | |
For more information, please contact the Academic Programs Office.