Master of Philosophy – Public Health
Master of Philosophy – Public Health
The Master of Philosophy in Public Health (MPhil) is a research degree designed to provide research training for candidates aiming to develop competence in research in public health, or who aim to progress to a PhD. Research training is supplemented with coursework to provide in-depth discipline skills and/or skills in…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
The Master of Philosophy in Public Health (MPhil) is a research degree designed to provide research training for candidates aiming to develop competence in research in public health, or who aim to progress to a PhD. Research training is supplemented with coursework to provide in-depth discipline skills and/or skills in relevant research methods.
The MPhil comprises of 24 units of credit (uoc) of coursework selected from the Master of Public Health coursework program, and a thesis of no more than 40000 words on an approved topic. The normal full-time duration is 3 semesters (one semester of coursework and two of thesis) or 6 semesters part-time. Candidates must submit the thesis within two to four semesters, full-time equivalent.
Candidates develop competence in undertaking research in the field of public health through a combination of coursework and research.
MPhil candidates can upgrade to a PhD, subject to School and Faculty approval.
A candidate may be granted up to 24 uoc advanced standing from the Master of Public Health (MPH), or equivalent, for courses undertaken at the appropriate level determined by the Committee, towards the coursework component.
The coursework will be successfully completed within the first two semesters of enrolment of the MPhil unless approval is given by the Committee
All candidates will undertake the research at an approved UNSW location i.e. at a campus, teaching hospital, Area Health Service or health facility, or other research facility of the University. The Committee may permit a candidate to spend a period of time in the field, within another institution or elsewhere away from the University provided that the work can be supported and supervised in a manner satisfactory to the Committee. In such instances the Committee shall be satisfied that the location and period of time away from the University are necessary to the research program.
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
The University of South Australia is a globally connected and engaged university with industry-informed teaching and research that is inventive and adventurous. Ranked in the world’s top 50 under 50^ and with 100% of assessed research rated at or above world-class*, the University is young, innovative and offers students the chance to gain real-world experience.Focused on life beyond the classroom, the University of South Australia offers a practical approach to teaching and learning. Degrees are designed in partnership with industry, giving students opportunities to gain the latest insights and trends and ensuring they graduate career ready.^Ranked in the World’s Top 50 Under 50 – Ranked #29, 2021 QS Top 50 Universities Aged Under 50 and Ranked #46, 2022 THE Young University Rankings*2018 Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA), 4-digit Fields of Research
