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Location
Online
Study Mode
Online

Outcomes
Community Development Officer, Health Policy Advisor, Health Promotion Officer, Health Researcher, Healthcare Administrator, Policy and Project Officer, Project Manager, Public Health Advisor
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QualificationMaster's Degree

Duration
From 12 months

Start Date
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Payment Option
FEE-HELP, Upfront payment

How Much Will It Cost?

This course can be paid for through the FEE-HELP government loan scheme. If you are an Australian citizen or hold a permanent humanitarian visa, you may not need to pay upfront.

Instead, the Australian government will pay your course fees directly to the provider on your behalf. You’ll begin repaying your loan through the tax system once you start earning more than the minimum threshold of $54,435 (2024-25 financial year).

Find out more about government study loans here.

Course Rundown

Make your mark in the health system and shape solutions to some of the world’s biggest health problems. Study a Master of Public Health at La Trobe University.

Australia’s growing population is increasing pressure on our health care system and now more than ever we need skilled leaders to shape its future. Graduate with the ability to step into leadership roles and work across teams with sociologists, mathematicians, policymakers and clinicians to solve complex public health challenges.

Study 100 per cent online and build important foundations in systems thinking, epidemiology, policy and research methods. During your course, you’ll learn how to gather, interpret and leverage health data to create a healthier society, as well as understand the fundamental principles of promotion, protection and prevention. Plus develop your research skills and learn how to influence our health systems.

With La Trobe’s Master of Public Health, you’ll graduate with the practical skills, relevant experience and personal insights required to lead real change at a local, national or even international level.

Eligibility

To be eligible to study this course, applicants must meet the following entry requirements:

  • 240 credit point pathway (2 years): Successful completion of a 3 year Australian Bachelor degree (or its equivalent);
  • 180 credit point pathway – COGNATE ENTRY (18 months): Successful completion of a 3 year Australian Bachelor degree (or its equivalent) in a health related field;
  • 120 credit point pathway – COGNATE ENTRY (12 months): Successful completion of a 3 year Australian Bachelor degree (or its equivalent) plus honours in a health related field;
  • All applicants must complete and submit a Personal Statement;
  • The University will access your official transcript upon application;
  • 6.5 IELTS (Academic) with no individual band less than 6.0.

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