Master of Public Health (Research)
Macquarie University
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00002J
Community and health services is a constantly evolving field that responds to the needs of populations in Australia and around the world. Its also the fastest growing job sector in Australia, and globally there is strong demand for public health professionals. The interdisciplinary and future-focused Master of Public Health (Research) will not only prepare you for a dynamic career dedicated to preventing disease, promoting health and addressing health-related issues in our globalised world, it will also develop your research skills. As a graduate, youll demonstrate advanced skills in problem definition, project design and evaluation, decision processes, analysis, management of time and resources, and project coordination. Youll also acquire the ability to communicate information to professional and lay audiences, in oral and written form, all within the context of your chosen area of research specialisation.
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
- HSYP8003 Applied Research Methodologies in Health
- HSYP8101 Introduction to Epidemiology and Biostatistics
- HSYP8103 Health Law and Economics
- HSYP8106 Innovation in Leadership, Teamwork and Advocacy
- MPHR8990 Master of Public Health - Public Health Research
Standard entry requirements
- AQF level 7 bachelors qualification in a related field or recognised equivalent with a WAM of +65, or
- AQF level 7 bachelors qualification with a WAM of +75, or
- AQF level 7 bachelors qualification with two years or more cognate work experience, or
- Approved informal and/or non-formal prior learning which may include 8+ years cognate work experience (and must be in accordance with the Universitys Recognition of Prior Learning Policy and Admissions (Coursework) Policy)
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Entry | Mid year intake | Attendance |
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| Wallumattagal Campus Macquarie Park | Domestic: $62,200 International: $79,600 | No |
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