Master of Public Health
University of Newcastle
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00109J
Our program welcomes individuals from various educational backgrounds, particularly those engaged in health departments, community organisations and related sectors. This program provides a comprehensive introduction to public health, where you will be empowered to address, evaluate and respond to public health challenges, both locally and globally. Opportunities are available to integrate research projects into your studies. You may contribute to peer-reviewed publications and pursue further research pathways. Students also benefit from access to an exclusive public health career support program, designed to enhance employability and career progression.
Structure
80 Units
Subjects
- Professional public health practice
- Disease prevention and control
- Health promotion
- Health systems
- Policy and health economics
- Aboriginal health
- plus more
Standard entry requirements
- Minimum of a four year undergraduate degree in a field related to public health such as medicine, biomedical/medical science, nursing, allied health, dentistry, psychology, veterinary science, education, law, engineering, business, commerce, science and arts. Applicants with a three year undergraduate degree should possess an Honours degree
- OR additional postgraduate qualifications such as a Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma
- OR a minimum of one year’s work experience in a related field.
Study pathways
University of Newcastle students studying the Master of Clinical Epidemiology are eligible to gain 40 units of credit into the Master of Public Health.
