This 1.5 year course can include a dissertation or practicum. It provides graduates with a suitable background and generalist qualification for a career in Public Health.
The Master of Infectious Diseases is a globally relevant degree that could one day see you develop and implement new diagnostic tests and vaccines to some of the world's most deadly and fast spreading diseases.
Public health is a broad field which aims to improve and protect the health and well-being of the general population. As a public health practitioner, you can make a real difference to the lives of local, national and international communities.
Entry Requirements
Admission requirements you'll need to meet for this course.
Academic admission requirements (Band 8) may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:
Bachelor degree in a cognate discipline; or
Where accepted, equivalent prior learning, including at least five years relevant professional experience.
English competency requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:
IELTS Academic Overall band minimum score of 6.5 (no individual band less than 6.0);
Bachelor degree from a country specified on the English Proficiency Bands page;
Successfully completed 0.375 EFTSL of study at postgraduate level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent);
Where accepted, equivalent prior learning, including at least five years relevant professional experience; or
Other tests, courses or programs defined on the English Proficiency Bands page.
This two-year course is ideal for international students and can include a dissertation and practicum. It provides graduates with a suitable background and generalist qualification for a career in Public Health.
We also offer an accelerated 1.5 year Master of Public Health (Practice). Take advantage of current government subsidies for this course. Save up to two-thirds on fees and upgrade your qualifications.* *Subsidies available for Australian and New Zealand citizens only.
We also offer a 2 year Master of Public Health for those looking for a research pathway. Take advantage of current government subsidies for this course* Save up to two-thirds on fees and upgrade your qualifications while there are subsidies on offer.
