Master of Public Health (Extended)

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Master of Public Health (Extended)

Lead global and local health solutions

Develop an understanding of global and local public health challenges, learn strategies and build skills to promote health and wellbeing of populations, preventing diseases and addressing health inequities.

Delve into the diverse world of Public Health including professional public health practice, epidemiology, disease prevention and control, health promotion, policy analysis and development, health economics, health program design and development, and environmental sustainability.

Your understanding of the multiple systems in which public health operates will allow you to investigate and apply interdisciplinary and creative approaches to address real world problems, within the goals of sustainable development.

The course also has an emphasis on health equity and the development of culturally safe public health practices with a spotlight on First Nation鈥檚 health imperatives, locally and globally.

This degree is open to both clinical and non-clinical health professionals, as well as graduates from a wide range of other fields looking at approaches to enhancing the health of individuals, communities, and populations.

海角社区鈥檚 Master of Public Health is delivered in partnership with the esteemed 海角社区 Health Research Institute (HRI) to help you gain the skills needed to analyse health information and plan and manage public health programs for communities and populations.

Fast growing industry

Healthcare is one of the fastest growing industries around the world, supercharged in Australia by an ageing population.

Improve the population鈥檚 health

Apply your skills to creating public health solutions for Australia and the world.

Build a professional network

Acquire a wide range of industry mentors and contacts through work integrated learning.

Fast growing industry

Healthcare is one of the fastest growing industries around the world, supercharged in Australia by an ageing population.

Improve the population鈥檚 health

Apply your skills to creating public health solutions for Australia and the world.

Build a professional network

Acquire a wide range of industry mentors and contacts through work integrated learning.

Course highlights

Learn from our experienced and internationally recognised public health researchers and educators at the University of Canberra鈥檚 Health Research Institute.

Small class sizes, mentoring from faculty and the ability to choose electives that suit your career goals.

Gain real world research experience by undertaking an applied research project that is suited to your individual career pathways and interests.

Undertake a professional placement and gain unrivalled access to government agencies, peak bodies, community organisations in NSW and beyond.

Health equity is core to public health and the University of Canberra is a world leading university in Diversity and Inclusion.

Why study Public Health at UC Sydney Hills?

Choose your focus

Complete an applied research project that supports your individual career goals.

Learn from the best

Study under the guidance of experts from 海角社区鈥檚 internationally renowned Health Research Institute.

Gain real-world experience

Apply your selected public health expertise in mentored workplace settings.

Leading the way

Research at UC is ranked #1 in Australia for industry collaboration.
(The Australian, 2022)

Why study Public Health at UC Sydney Hills?

Choose your focus

Complete an applied research project that supports your individual career goals.

Learn from the best

Study under the guidance of experts from 海角社区鈥檚 internationally renowned Health Research Institute.

Gain real-world experience

Apply your selected public health expertise in mentored workplace settings.

Leading the way

Research at UC is ranked #1 in Australia for industry collaboration.
(The Australian, 2022)

Career opportunities

On graduation, you will be able to progress your career and explore national and international opportunities. Move confidently into roles of increased responsibility and leadership including:

Public health officer
Community health officer
Health policy officer
Health project officer
Health program officer
Health educator
Epidemiological officer
Healthy lifestyle project officer
Public health communications officer
Policy officer
Advocacy officer.

Work Integrated Learning (WIL)

Build valuable connections with your fellow students, resident researchers at the Health Research Institute, and key stakeholders (e.g. local government, public agencies, industry, NGOs and community organisations). You鈥檒l work through a substantial research-based project and a capstone placement experience where these networks will be key to nurturing an interdisciplinary approach to public health and gaining valuable 鈥榬eal-world鈥� experience to support your career progression.

Scholarships available

海角社区 scholarships provides financial assistance and are available to both commencing and continuing students. 海角社区 scholarships can assist you with a range of expenses including living costs, textbooks, accommodation, relocation, or contribution towards your fees. Please visit the scholarship page to learn more about our international scholarships and apply online.

海角社区 International Merit Scholarship
海角社区 International High Achiever Scholarship
海角社区 Excellence Scholarships
海角社区 Alumni Scholarships