Master of Public Health (Research)
Master of Public Health (Research)
Summary Community and health services is a constantly evolving field that responds to the needs of populations in Australia and around the world. It’s also the fastest growing job sector in Australia, and globally there is strong demand for public health professionals. The interdisciplinary and future-focused Master of Public Health…
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Summary
Community and health services is a constantly evolving field that responds to the needs of populations in Australia and around the world. It’s also the fastest growing job sector in Australia, and globally there is strong demand for public health professionals.
The interdisciplinary and future-focused Master of Public Health (Research) will not only prepare you for a dynamic career dedicated to preventing disease, promoting health and addressing health-related issues in our globalised world, it will also develop your research skills. As a graduate, you’ll demonstrate advanced skills in problem definition, project design and evaluation, decision processes, analysis, management of time and resources, and project coordination. You’ll also acquire the ability to communicate information to professional and lay audiences, in oral and written form, all within the context of your chosen area of research specialisation.
Key features
Be uniquely qualified with this rigorous skills-based degree
Develop a deep knowledge and understanding of the public health field, and take part in evidence-based and hands-on training. Start your degree with foundational studies
Explore the breadth and depth of public health in your first year, and train in core concepts and applied research methods. Hone your research skills alongside experienced researchers
Undertake a research project in your second year to gain in-depth knowledge in the area of your chosen research specialisation. Collaborate with and learn from connected academics
Learn from academics who have strong connections to public health practice and who are making an impact in public health.
Career Outcomes
Professions
Environmental health specialist
Health economist
Health informatics specialist
Health promoter and educator
Public health officer
Public health researcher
Employers
Environmental health bodies
Health organisations
Human rights organisations
Humanitarian aid, health and development agencies
Indigenous support organisations
Public health sector
Research institutes
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
Ranked in the top 200 universities in the world, Macquarie University is considered one of Australia’s best universities, producing graduates that are among the most sought-after professionals in the world (ranked #1 in Sydney for graduate employment rate, QS Graduate Employability Rankings, 2022). Uniquely located in the heart of Sydney, Australia’s largest high-tech precinct, Macquarie brings together more than 45,000 students and 3000 staff in one thriving hub of discovery. Our campus spans 126 hectares, with open green space that gives our community the freedom to think and grow. We have recently invested more than one billion dollars in our facilities and infrastructure so our students and staff can thrive on a campus that is dynamic, sustainable, and built for collaboration. Students from over 120 countries are warmly welcomed into the Macquarie community and benefit from special ongoing academic, language and wellbeing support throughout their study. Macquarie has one of the most generous scholarship programs in Australia, providing many opportunities each year for international students to undertake studies here.
