Australian Public Health Schools in Australia

University of Melbourne School of Public Health

Program Overview - Master of Public Health

University and Faculty:	University of Melbourne Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences
Program:	Master of Public Health
University Location:	Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
City Population:	3.7 million
Student Population:	40,000
Campus Location:	Parkville campus, downtown Melbourne
Program Duration:	1.5-2 years (depending on background of candidate)
Semester Intake:	Semester 1 (February/early March) each year Semester 2 (July) entry may be considered
Next Intake:	February 2013
Est. Annual Tuition:	$34,784 AUD (2012 fee)

The Melbourne Master of Public Health (MPH) teaches students to recognize and seek to understand the social determinants of health and disease, the molecular basis of disease in populations, and the influence of physical, social and cultural environments. Prime emphasis is placed on the prevention of disease and injury and the promotion of health and well-being. The program maintains a strong focus on the systems and services that society puts in place to effect these aims, their efficiency and cost-effectiveness, and their impact on equity and social justice. The Melbourne MPH orients students toward future careers as leaders in public health and healthcare. It is ideal for graduates with a record of academic achievement who gain satisfaction knowing that they are working to improve the lives of others and who aspire to leadership roles in public health. The program will appeal to those who want to move into the field of public health, as well as those who already work within a public health or health-related field and are preparing for advancement in their organization or field, or seeking to broaden their knowledge and skill set.

Melbourne MPH students specialize in one or more of the following key areas:

• Epidemiology & Biostatistics
• Gender and Women's Health
• Global Health
• Health Program Evaluation
• Health Economics & Economic Evaluation
• Sexual Health
• Social Health

In addition, Melbourne MPH students consolidate their specialist training by undertaking a capstone experience which synthesizes knowledge integration. This allows students to apply knowledge gained in the course to real world scenarios resulting in effective outcomes.

Admissions Criteria/Entry Requirements for Canadians

To be eligible to apply, you must have

- an undergraduate degree in any discipline; or

- at least 200 points of tertiary study (equal to two full-time years of study) in any discipline and at least five years of documented relevant health-related experience.

The selection committee may conduct interviews and tests, and call for referee reports to elucidate any of the matters referred to above.

Total Number of Places in the Program: variable

Application Deadline for the February 2013 intake: October 31, 2012

OzTREKK Admissions Officer: Christine Chu

Scholarships

Every student who applies (and accepts) via OzTREKK and commences his/her studies at an OzTREKK Australian university will receive a $500 scholarship from OzTREKK. Click here for more information about the OzTREKK Scholarship!