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Master of Public Health
Campus North Terrace Campus
Degree Type Masters by Coursework
Duration 1.5 years full-time or part-time equiv.
SATAC Code 3CM089
2012
ATAR
TBC
- Program Outline
The program aims to stimulate students to think creatively about the the social, cultural, economic and environmental determinants of health and illness in populations and about the organisation and delivery of public health services, including policies and practices that support and improve the health of people.
The program consists of course work, comprising core courses and electives, and may include a dissertation on a research project or a practicum. While students are free to choose any combination of electives, and to make their award as general as they wish, they may choose to focus on a particular area of public health.
Our awards are well known to the South Australian Department of Health, the Commonwealth Department of Health and Ageing, as well as the Public Health Association of Australia, the Faculty of Public Health Medicine and other relevant public health bodies.
The Masters award is open to students who are graduates of health-related disciplines or who have relevant experience. Students may build on a certificate to achieve a diploma, and on a diploma to achieve a master's degree.
- Program Structure
Students complete 6 core courses in Public Health and 6 elective courses in thematic areas in Public Health.
Candidates who have completed 8 courses with average mark of 70% or more may choose to undertake a research dissertation course (part-time or full-time study) in lieu of 4 elective courses.
- Assessment
Exams, presentations and written assignments.
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- Admission and Fee Information
Choose your applicant type to view the relevant admissions information for this program.
I am a:Domestic applicants
SATAC Code 3CM089 Annual tuition fees Australian Full-fee place: $19,000Mid-year entry? Yes Enquiries University Contact Centre Selection Criteria
Graduate entry only.A completed Bachelors degree or equivalent.Additional Entry Requirements
All applicants must send to the Discipline of Public Health within five working days after applying the following information- a written statement of 500 words (maximum) on their reasons for wishing to undertake the program
- a Curriculum Vitae.
The form for this information can be downloaded from the Discipline of Public Health website
How to Apply
SATAC Code: 3CM089International applicants
Not an international applicant?
IELTS Overall 6.5 [more info] Annual tuition fees International student place: $27,000 Mid-year entry? Subject to availability CRICOS 001325D Enquiries University Contact Centre Selection Criteria
Graduate entry onlyPrerequisites
Bachelor degree or equivalent and relevant experience.Equivalent Scores
IELTSOverallReadingListeningSpeakingWriting6.56666Additional Entry Requirements
Applicant are required to submit a 500 word supporting statement outlining motivation for undertaking this program, two referree reports and a Curriculum Vitae.How to Apply
International applicants applying with Australian year 12 results
Not an international applicant applying with Australian year 12 results?
Annual tuition fees International student place: $27,000 Mid-year entry? Subject to availability Enquiries University Contact Centre Selection Criteria
Graduate entry only - Areas of Specialisation
Opportunity exists for some specialisation in occupational health and safety, public health policy, health promotion, environmental health, qualitative research, epidemiology or biostatistics.
- Study Plans
The study plans given are examples of pathways through this degree for students that commenced their program in 2013 (refer to the program rules). Students that commenced in previous years should refer to the tabs above(referring to years) or consult their Faculty for advice.
Core Courses - 6 courses
- PUB HLTH 7073 Indigenous Health
- PUB HLTH 7074 Introduction to Biostatistics
- PUB HLTH 7075 Introduction to Epidemiology
- PUB HLTH 7076 Health Policy and Public Health Interventions
- PUB HLTH 7078 Qualitative Research Methods for Health
- PUB HLTH 7081 Health Economics
Electives - Select 6 courses from the following:
- PUB HLTH 7150 Dental Public Health
- PUB HLTH 7031 Occupational Hygiene and Ergonomics
- PUB HLTH 7077 Public Health Practicum
- PUB HLTH 7082 Advanced Health Economic Evaluation and Decision Making
- PUB HLTH 7104 Biostatistics
- PUB HLTH 7100 Foundations of Public Health
- PUB HLTH 7105 Diseases of Occupation
- PUB HLTH 7106 Epidemiological Research Methods
- PUB HLTH 7107 Epidemiology of Infectious Diseases
- PUB HLTH 7108 Public Health Ethics
- PUB HLTH 7111 Industrial Toxicology
- PUB HLTH 7113 Introduction to Environmental and Occupational Health
- PUB HLTH 7115 Public Health Law
- PUB HLTH 7118 Public Health Studies
- PUB HLTH 7147 Health Technology Assessment
Candidates who have completed 8 courses with an average mark of 70% or more may undertake the following options:
- PUB HLTH 7119HO MPH Dissertation (full-time)
- PUB HLTH 7120HO MPH Dissertation (part-time)
Candidates with minimal or no academic background or experience in Public Health will be required to complete PUB HLTH 7100 Foundations of Public Health.
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Phone: +61 8 8313 7335 (toll free 1800 061 459)The annual Open Day and Information Night events provide an excellent opportunity to see our campus, meet with academics, and discuss your study options.
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Last updated: Wednesday, 27 Feb 2013
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