Master of Public Health
Advance your career in public health through advanced training in epidemiology, biostatistics, and health policy.
Best for:Best for health professionals and graduates seeking to advance their expertise in public health research, policy, and practice.
Overview
The Master of Public Health at Charles Darwin University provides students with the analytical tools to address complex population health challenges in both local and global contexts. Delivered by experts from the Menzies School of Health Research, the curriculum covers essential areas including Indigenous health, health promotion, and disease control. Students gain advanced proficiency in quantitative and qualitative research methods, biostatistics, and epidemiology. The programme culminates in a research project, allowing students to apply their knowledge to real-world health and social issues under expert supervision.
What you'll do
- Analyze and interpret complex population health data using advanced statistical methods.
- Design and evaluate public health interventions to address social and health-related issues.
- Formulate evidence-based strategies for health promotion and disease control.
- Conduct an independent research project under the guidance of field experts.
- Critique and respond to contemporary global and local health challenges.
Requirements
Degree required: Recognized bachelor degree in a related area (public health, health science, medicine, social science, or health promotion) or equivalent graduate diploma/master's degree.
Degree offered: Master of Public Health
Language: English proficiency is required for high-level academic reading and writing.
Instruction: English
- Strong academic reading and writing proficiency.
- Foundational knowledge in health sciences or related social sciences.
- Ability to engage with quantitative and qualitative research methodologies.
- Bachelor of Nursing is not an approved entry degree.
- Applicants with non-related degrees must hold an honours degree, graduate diploma, or master's degree.
- Applicants with extensive rural or remote practice experience may be assessed on a case-by-case basis.
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How to apply
Applications are submitted through the Charles Darwin University course portal. Prospective students should review the entry requirements and prepare necessary academic transcripts before applying online.
- Academic transcripts
- Proof of degree completion
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