Master of Public Health with Specialisation
Advance your career in public health through a comprehensive program covering epidemiology, biostatistics, and health policy.
Best for:Graduates from any discipline seeking a professional career in public health practice or research.
Overview
The Master of Public Health with Specialisation at The University of Western Australia is designed for graduates from diverse academic backgrounds who aim to become professional public health practitioners or researchers. Students receive a rigorous foundation in core disciplines including epidemiology, biostatistics, qualitative research methods, health economics, and health promotion. The curriculum also explores the broader social context in which health programs are planned, delivered, and evaluated. Participants may choose to specialize in Public Health Foundations, Applied Public Health, or Public Health Methodology. This coursework-based degree prepares graduates for impactful roles within the global health industry.
What you'll do
- Engage in core coursework covering epidemiology and biostatistics.
- Apply qualitative research methods to public health challenges.
- Analyze the social, economic, and political contexts of health program delivery.
- Develop skills in the planning and evaluation of public health interventions.
- Complete specialized modules in either Public Health Foundations, Applied Public Health, or Public Health Methodology.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification recognized by UWA, or a relevant Graduate Certificate.
Degree offered: Master of Public Health
Language: English proficiency as required by UWA for international students.
Instruction: English
- Academic achievement equivalent to a UWA weighted average mark of at least 60 percent.
- Eligibility for admission (must not have a progress status of Suspended or Excluded from specific UWA courses).
- Hold a recognized bachelor's degree or equivalent.
- Meet the minimum weighted average mark requirement of 60 percent.
- Must not have a progress status of 'Suspended' or 'Excluded' against specific UWA courses 91550 or 92560.
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- Proof of degree completion
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