Master of Public Health / Master of Social Change and Development

Be empowered to address global health challenges and population health issues.

Professionals are in high demand in the sectors of population health, community development, and policy analysis. This program offers a comprehensive learning experience. You will gain the skills to navigate and influence the global and population health landscapes.

Study a combination of public health, social change and development courses, with an emphasis on practical learning.

This program is taught by esteemed academics and experts. You will learn from public health practitioners, health promotion professionals, epidemiologists, biostatisticians, and researchers. Our program enhances your capacity to affect meaningful change. Graduates will be equipped to make an impact at community, research, organisation, and policy levels.

Our curriculum builds on prior learning and equips you with the skills to:

what you will study

Our curriculum combines courses in Public Health, and Social Change and Development. These courses will advance your knowledge of:

• Professional Public Health Practice
• Disease Prevention and Control
• Health Promotion
• Health Systems
• Policy and Health Economics
• Aboriginal Health
• Project Design and Evaluation
• Development and Social Change
• Social Science Research Methods
• Social Change and Development Research Project.

Entry into this program will be available to applicants who have a Bachelor Degree (or equivalent) or higher in a related field.

Related fields include sociology, geography, anthropology and development studies, agriculture, environmental studies, education, municipal community or social work/welfare, Indigenous studies, economics, medicine, biomedical/medical science, nursing, allied health, dentistry, psychology, veterinary science, education, law, engineering, business, commerce, science and arts.

Overall minimum: 6.5

Sub test minimum: 6

Upon graduation, you will be eligible for roles within the national and international health sector. You will be well-positioned for career advancement into mid-to-high-level positions.

Our graduates find rewarding careers in diverse areas such as:

Based on your chosen electives you will be skilled in research and professional practice. Your skills and knowledge can be applied in:

(Graduate Outcomes Survey 2020-2022)