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Summary

Key changes in population characteristics (for example ageing), the growth of lifestyle diseases (for example obesity) and the widespread nature of the mental health crisis mean that skilled public health leaders and innovators are in demand.

The innovative, interdisciplinary and future-focused Master of Public Health will prepare you for a dynamic career dedicated to preventing disease, promoting health and addressing health-related issues in our globalised world. You'll gain in-depth knowledge and understanding of the importance of public health; and skills in leadership, teamwork and innovation; as well as practical skills that are essential to public health practice.

Key features

Apply tools for data collection, analysis and interpretation

Develop the evidence-based reasoning and informatics approaches essential to public health practice. Get skilled at evaluating and applying population health concepts

Identify and address Australia's major health concerns, including those relevant to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Review key environmental, socioeconomic and cultural factors

Examine factors that impact human health, influence the global and social burden of disease, and contribute to health disparities. Implement and manage specialised projects

Work in interdisciplinary teams to plan, resource, assess and evaluate public health advocacy projects.

Career Outcomes

Professions

Environmental health specialist

Health economist

Health informatics specialist

Health promoter and educator

Public health officer

Public health researcher

Employers

Community health centres

Government agencies and departments

Health organisations

Humanitarian aid, health and development agencies

NGOs