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postgraduate

Degree

Master of Public Health (Coursework)

Course code: #H757

postgraduate

Degree

Master of Public Health (Coursework)

Quick facts

  • Annual tuition (2024)

    $39,800 AUD

  • Application fee

    Free

  • Duration

    2 years

  • PSW

    3 years

  • Min GPA

    50 out of 100

  • CRICOS code

    020018B

Options
Fast Track
Project
Work Experience

These items are optional and you can choose them as you wish after applying for the course.

Deadlines

Term start& deadline Deadline
Fall-March 29-February-2024 2024-02-29
Winter-July 30-June-2024 2024-06-30
Summer-November 31-October-2024 2024-10-31
Fall-March 28-February-2025 2025-02-28

Overview

Master of Public Health

The Master of Public Health at Deakin University is about protecting and improving health. 

It prepares you to solve global health issues through evidence-based initiatives. 

Focus on one of eight career pathways or create your bespoke pathway to suit your aspirations. 

Build skills and professional networks that open doors to exciting opportunities and leadership roles.

The course is ideal for both clinical and non-clinical health professionals. 

It’s also an excellent fit for graduates from other fields passionate about improving the health of individuals, communities and populations.

Work experience

Many units incorporate work-integrated learning activities, Internships and collaborative research, and work-based training arrangements are also available for eligible students with a Weighted Average Mark (WAM) of 70+. 

Limited places are allocated based on academic merit.

Other learning experiences 

It is possible to complete an international study tour as an elective unit.

Estimate your cost

Residency
Count of person

$53,528

Total costs

yearly

Details


Cost of living 1 person $10,212
Accommodation 1 bed room $13,728
Tuition 1 person $39,800

Hourly wage

Min wage

23.23 AUD / 1 hour

in Australia every student can work 48 hour per fortnight

Required documents

  • Academic/Official Transcripts
  • Language Proficiency (If Applicable)
  • Passport or Visa Documents
  • Official translations of documents in a language other than English
  • Award Certificates
  • A key/guide to a grading system

Language requirements

GRE
not required
GMAT
not required

IELTS

6.5
6
listening
6
writing
6
speaking
6
reading

TOEFL

94
-
listening
27
writing
-
speaking
-
reading

PTE

65
65
listening
65
writing
65
speaking
65
reading

Cambridge

185
185
listening
185
writing
185
speaking
185
reading
Language pathway (conditional offer) is available

Studying at Deakin University English Language Institute (DUELI) will give you the English language skills you need to start your university degree. 

If you meet the academic requirements for your course, but not the English language requirements, then you’re automatically eligible for placement at DUELI.

IELTS entry score (based on the lowest IELTS band score)Your DUELI courseAssessment outcomePathway
Less than 4.5General English 1-3 (Elementary to Pre Intermediate)55% or higher (in the written exam)EAP 1 or General English levels  4-8 ( Intermediate to Advanced)
4.5EAP 160% or higherEAP 2
5.0EAP 260% or higher

EAP 3

English for Commerce

DUELI Study Abroad Program

Entry into most Deakin College Diploma programs (except the Diploma of Communication)

5.5EAP 360% or higher

EAP 4

Entry into most Deakin University undergraduate programs

Entry into Deakin Study Abroad and Exchange programs

Entry into Deakin College Diploma of Communication

Entry into Deakin University's Master Qualifying Program (MQP)

6.0EAP 460% or higherEntry into most Deakin University postgraduate degree programs and Faculty of Health undergraduate programs (except Nursing)
65% or higherEnglish for Nursing
70% or higher

English for Teaching

Entry into Deakins HDR programs for Science Engineering and Built Environment

6.5English for Nursing  
7.0English for Teaching60% or higher

Entry into Deakin University's Master of Teaching programs

Entry into  Deakins HDR programs (Arts and Education, Business and Law, and Health)

Notes

Entry-level IELTS score based on your lowest IELTS band score

You will take the Placement Test before the start of your course.


Academic background and requirement

2 years full-time (or part-time equivalent) - 16 credit points

To be considered for admission to this degree (without admission credit applied), you will need to meet at least one of the following criteria:

  • Completion of a bachelor's degree or higher in any discipline

 

1.5 years full-time (or part-time equivalent) - 12 credit points

To be considered for admission to this degree (with 4 credit points of admission credit applied), you will need to meet at least one of the following criteria: 

  • completion of a bachelor's degree or higher in a related discipline
  • completion of a bachelor's degree or higher in any discipline and at least two years' of relevant work experience (or part-time equivalent)

Career opportunities

  • Epidemiologist
  • Community health worker
  • Disease and infection investigator
  • Environmental health specialist
  • Global health professional
  • Occupational health and safety specialist
  • Urban planner
  • Health educator
  • Emergency preparedness and response coordinator
  • Public health policy coordinator
  • Research Analyst
  • Public health physician

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