Key changes in population characteristics, such as an ageing demographic, along with an increased focus on mental health and the rise of lifestyle-related diseases like obesity, are reshaping the public health landscape. These changes, together with an increased focus on preventative healthcare and the global impact of crises like pandemics, have led to a surge in demand for public health professionals who can think critically, act quickly and drive real change across communities.
The Master of Public Health – innovative, interdisciplinary and future-focused – will prepare you for a dynamic career dedicated to preventing disease, promoting health and addressing health-related issues in our globalised world. The degree’s strong research focus also provides the opportunity to progress into a Master of Research or a PhD, either in an area of faculty expertise – such as advocacy, economics, infectious diseases, nutrition, physical activity and more – or in a field of your choosing. All this will take place under the guidance of world-renowned leaders at Australia’s only fully integrated health sciences centre, Macquarie University Health.
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution
February 2027
Wallumattagal Campus
4–6 Eastern Road, Macquarie University,
Sydney,
New South Wales,
2109, Sydney, Australia
2 years AQF level 7 bachelors qualification in a related field or recognised equivalent or AQF level 7 bachelor's qualification or recognised equivalent with a WAM of 65 or AQF level 7 bachelor's qualification or recognised equivalent, and two years relevant approved work experience, professional certification or other recognised prior learning or Eight years relevant approved work experience, professional certification or other recognised prior learning 1.5 years AQF level 7 bachelor's qualification in a related field or recognised equivalent and one years approved work experience in health, professional certification or AQF level 7 bachelor's qualification or recognised equivalent, and one years approved work experience in health, professional certification or other recognised prior learning and a WAM of 65 strong English language requirements strong
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
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