Master of Public Health
Macquarie University
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00002J
Key changes in population characteristics (for example ageing), the growth of lifestyle diseases (for example obesity) and the widespread nature of the mental health crisis mean that skilled public health leaders and innovators are in demand. The innovative, interdisciplinary and future-focused Master of Public Health will prepare you for a dynamic career dedicated to preventing disease, promoting health and addressing health-related issues in our globalised world. Youll gain in-depth knowledge and understanding of the importance of public health; and skills in leadership, teamwork and innovation; as well as practical skills that are essential to public health practice.
Structure
Total Credit Points 160
Subjects
- HSYP8100 Foundations of Public Health
- HSYP8102 Determinants of Health
- HSYP8104 Disease Prevention and Health Promotion
- HSYP8105 Systems Science in Healthcare
- HSYP8101 Introduction to Epidemiology and Biostatistics
- HSYP8103 ealth Law and Economics
- HSYP8106 Innovation in Leadership, Teamwork and Advocacy
- HSYP8107 Public Health Capstone
- ANTH8032 Global Health
- ENVS8519 Environmental Health
- ENVS8525 Sustainability and Transitions
- GEOP8020 Healthy Places: Planning for Diversity, Equity and Wellbeing
- HSYP8003 Applied Research Methodologies in Health
- HSYP8005 Infectious Disease Epidemiology
- HSYP8006 Inclusive Health
- HSYP8007 Program Planning and Evaluation in Health Promotion
- HSYP8008 Global Nutrition and Food Security
- POIR8000 Policy Design: Concepts and Case Studies
- SOCI8035 Qualitative Methods for Policy
- ANTH8016 Culture, Health and Disease
- GEOP8010 Social Impact Assessment
- ECON8057 Economic Development
- ENVS8527 Engaging Society with Sustainable Development
Standard entry requirements
- AQF level 7 bachelors qualification in a related field or recognised equivalent or
- AQF level 7 bachelors qualification or recognised equivalent with a WAM of 65 or
- AQF level 7 bachelors qualification or recognised equivalent, and two years relevant approved work experience, professional certification or other recognised prior learning or
- Eight years relevant approved work experience, professional certification or other recognised prior learning
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Entry | Mid year intake | Attendance |
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| Wallumattagal Campus Macquarie Park | Domestic: $64,200 International: $82,400 | No |
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