Master of Public Health
A two-year postgraduate programme at The University of Queensland providing core skills in disease prevention, health policy, and health services reform.
Best for:Best for graduates and healthcare professionals looking to advance their expertise in public health policy, epidemiology, and disease prevention.
Overview
The Master of Public Health at The University of Queensland is a comprehensive, evidence-based graduate program designed to equip students with the skills and confidence required to influence health policy and lead healthcare reform. Spanning two years, the curriculum addresses major contemporary health challenges such as COVID-19, diabetes, obesity, and infectious diseases, alongside traditional health concerns like under-nutrition. Students benefit from the university's strong global connections with prominent international bodies, preparing them for impactful careers across health, science, education, and social sciences.
What you'll do
- Complete a comprehensive, evidence-based curriculum spanning two years of full-time study
- Examine new developments regarding contemporary health concerns including infectious diseases and chronic conditions
- Engage with case studies and materials reflecting international public health organizations and global health priorities
- Develop evidence-based strategies to influence health policy and inform health services reform
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline, or any discipline plus one year of full-time relevant work experience in a healthcare setting, or an equivalent graduate certificate/diploma
Degree offered: Master's Degree
Language: English proficiency as required by the university's standard postgraduate admission standards
Instruction: English
- Foundational academic background in health, science, education, or social sciences
- Demonstrated interest in public health, disease prevention, or health policy
- Ability to complete rigorous coursework and evidence-based research assignments
- Hold a recognized bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification
- Meet minimum prior work experience criteria if the undergraduate degree is in an unrelated discipline
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Prospective students must submit their application directly through the university's online study portal by providing academic transcripts, proof of meeting degree or work experience requirements, and any additional requested documentation.
- Academic transcripts
- Proof of degree completion
- Evidence of relevant work experience
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