Master of Public Health

Program Overview

Master of Public Health

Overview

The Master of Public Health is a 1.5-year degree that equips students to address pressing public health issues relevant to tropical Australia and the Asia-Pacific. The program is aligned with the standards dictated by the Council of Academic Public Health Institutions in Australia.

Course Details

Location

• Online
• Townsville

Commencing

• Online: February, July
• Townsville: February, July

Fees

• Estimated annual Commonwealth Supported fee: $10,110.00
• Estimated annual tuition fee: $29,560.00
• Plus Student Services and Amenities fee
• Fee deferral and scholarships available if eligible

Duration

• 1.5 years full-time

Entry Requirements

• AQF level 7 bachelor degree in a relevant health discipline; or equivalent

Course Code

• 72504

Course Structure

The program includes five core subjects:

• Tropical Public Health
• Public Health Management, Leadership, Planning and Policy
• Epidemiology for Public Health
• Biostatistics for Public Health
• Communicable Disease Control

Students can tailor the degree to suit their interests by choosing elective subjects that cover a broad range of topics.

Aeromedical Retrieval Major

By completing the Aeromedical Retrieval major, students will develop a broad understanding of the foundations of aeromedical retrieval and gain specialist skills for an exciting and rewarding career in the aeromedical retrieval area.

Career Opportunities

JCU Master of Public Health graduates are equipped with specialist public health skills and are employed in a wide range of settings, including state and commonwealth government organisations, health care settings, community settings, non-profit and international organisations.

Inherent Requirements

Inherent requirements are the identified abilities, attributes, skills, and behaviours that must be demonstrated, during the learning experience, to successfully complete a course.

Real-World Experience

A unique career opportunity is available for students to work as a 'flying doctor' in remote Australia.

Scholarships

A variety of scholarships are available to suit different student types.

Pathways to JCU

A Graduate Certificate and Graduate Diploma in this subject area can be used as a pathway into this course.

How to Apply

Complete an online application through the JCU Online Application Portal. Master of Public Health applicants must also complete and upload the following forms and documentary evidence with their application:

• Current AHPRA Registration (if applicable)
• Degree Testamur
• Curriculum Vitae
• Personal Statement or Letter of Motivation.

Program Outline

Careers:

• Health care settings
• Community settings
• Nonprofit organizations
• International organizations
• Joint degree with Master of Business Administration (MBA) or the Master of Public Health- Master of Global Development
• State and commonwealth government organizations