| Duration | 2 years full-time, 8 years part-time |
| Location | Melbourne and |
| Next start term | Term 2, 2024 |
| Study mode | On Campus, Online |
| Course code | CL45 |
| CRICOS | 097511G |
| First-year fee | A$34,080 (Indicative) |
Overview
In this innovative course, the origins and evolution of public health and the underlying principles of community-based and community-led public health will be explored. The social-ecological model of health forms the basis of the Master of Public Health and you will study complex adaptive systems thinking and how this influences the way we think about public health.
You will have the opportunity to apply these concepts in practical ways in both strengths-based and disease prevention approaches. This will ensure that you apply your learning to real-world situations.
You will have the opportunity to shape this degree to your own needs by selecting from a range of electives.
Transcript
Public health is a really fascinating discipline and it would particularly suit people from a variety of different interests.
So if you're interested in studying something to do with health but aren't interested in doing the blood and guts or the shift work or being exposed to sick people, public health is a really good discipline to choose.
What attracted me to the Master of Public Health is the course is designed alongside industry an incorporates hands-on, practical learning experiences such as field and laboratory work, project based learning and work placements, which is remarkable and holds a lot of potential.
A career in public health has recently become more attractive after recent movements to preventive medicine.
The pursuit of a satisfying and meaningful career is my ultimate goal, and the course is a stepping stone along the path to a future career.
Our degree is special. It's a really high standard. We've got great recognition with employers. I've only ever received positive feedback from employers about our graduates. So, it's a great opportunity to come here and study with this at CQUniversity.
At all stages along the way, we keep you in touch with what's really happening in industry, about how things are done in industry.
So that when you do go out into work, you are well prepared for what you're going to need to do.
We have a really close relationship with industry partners and we make sure that when meeting their needs as well as the needs of the students.
This course would suit people with inquiring minds. So, if you want to be the sort of person who goes out and solves problems that are related to people's health. That you know, you really want to get into the nitty gritty behind.
It's incredibly varied, so if you don't want to get stuck behind a desk every day, you want to be out meeting people, being on the road. If you don't mind traveling, that's great because If you're working in the regions quite often, there's travel out to outlying areas.
If you're interested in making a difference at a community or a population level rather than just influencing one person who has a problem, then public health is a career that you should really think about.
Study experience
- Authentic Learning Experiences
- Experienced Teaching Team
- Seamless Pathways
- Work-integrated learning
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What attracted me to the course is it's designed alongside industry and incorporates hands-on, practical learning experiences such as field and laboratory work, project-based learning and work placements, which is remarkable and holds a lot of potential.
Fahmida Syed Karishma
Master of Public Health I Bangladesh
“My analytical thinking skills and perception on health has improved and is becoming more broader. As an Australia Awards Scholarship recipient, I feel I have additional responsibilities in developing and improving the health policy and strategy in my home country to make a real difference.
Samata Yadav
Master of Pubic Health I Nepal
Career Opportunities
The Master of Public Health prepares graduates for work in community-based and community-led health services and organisations including international agencies. You can also work on projects for government and non-government organisations relating to a number of health fields including health promotion and health administration.
Structure & Availability
Course Structure
You are required to complete a total of 16 units, consisting of:
- 11 core units,
- two electives (12 credit points) from a range of level 8 units, and
- three electives (18 credit points) from a range of level 9 units.
Unit Information
For information on the units, you could study as part of this course, visit the Handbook and select the "Course Structure" tab.
Credit Transfer Information
If you have already completed a study relevant to the course you have enrolled in, you may be eligible for credit transfer.
On-Campus Availability
| Intake | Locations |
|---|---|
| Term 1, 2023 | Melbourne, Sydney |
| Term 2, 2023 | Melbourne, Sydney |
| Term 3, 2023 | Melbourne, Sydney |
| Term 1, 2024 | Melbourne, Sydney |
| Term 2, 2024 | Melbourne, Sydney |
| Term 3, 2024 | Melbourne, Sydney |
| Term 1, 2025 | Melbourne, Sydney |
| Term 2, 2025 | Melbourne, Sydney |
| Term 3, 2025 | Melbourne, Sydney |
Online Availability
| Intake | Locations |
|---|---|
| Term 1, 2023 | Available Online |
| Term 2, 2023 | Available Online |
| Term 3, 2023 | Available Online |
| Term 1, 2024 | Available Online |
| Term 2, 2024 | Available Online |
| Term 3, 2024 | Available Online |
| Term 1, 2025 | Available Online |
| Term 2, 2025 | Available Online |
| Term 3, 2025 | Available Online |
Majors and minors are not applicable to this course.
This course has no residential schools.
Health and Wellbeing in the Cross-Cultural Community - PBHL20009
Work experience in community-based or community led public health organisation for 120 hours
Public Health Practice in the Cross-Cultural Community - PBHL20010
Work experience in community-based or community-led public health organisation for 120 hours
Requirements
To be eligible
For your application to be considered, you must meet the following entry requirements.
During your study
While not needed to apply, you'll need to meet the following requirements throughout your studies.
Fees & Scholarships
Course fees
This is an approximate cost of enrolling in this course, shown in Australian dollars (A$), for one academic year and is based on a full-time study load (8 units over 2 terms).
Your actual fees may vary, depending on the units that you select to study and your study load. Fees are reviewed each year and are subject to change.
A scholarship can help with the costs involved with living on campus, laptops and technology, childcare, study and living expenses, travel, and more.
You may be eligible for a 25% international scholarship funded by the University.
We also offer other scholarships to support international students and encourage you to apply for the one that's right for you.
In addition to your international course tuition fees, you must have sufficient funds to cover other study and living expenses.
This will include costs such as textbooks, accommodation, visa applications, Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC), general living, etc.
How to apply
Our easy to use online application system for international students will guide you through the process of applying for a course at CQUniversity Australia.
