Sydney,
NSW,
Australia
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Master of Public Health and Master of Health Administration (Applied research) in Melbourne Australia | La Trobe University
La Trobe University
|
Melbourne Australia
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Coursework)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
AUD
40,000
(c. USD28,078.12)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
30 months
La Trobe University's Master of Public Health and Master of Health Administration equips students for leadership roles in health services management, addressing challenges like aging populations, integrated healthcare systems, technological advancements, and evolving regulations. The program includes research or practical projects, allowing students to tackle real-world issues using their acquired expertise.
Develop critical thinking skills to address complex public health challenges across diverse settings and stakeholder groups through reflective practice.
Design, implement, and assess effective public health programs by combining theoretical knowledge with practical project management approaches grounded in modern frameworks.
Graduates can pursue careers in hospitals, community health centers, research institutions, and public health agencies. Employment opportunities also exist with governmental and non-governmental entities, including humanitarian organizations like Red Cross, World Vision, and other nonprofit groups.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Prior learning developed through relevant work experience or professional accreditation, where it is deemed to be at least equivalent to that obtained through a Bachelor degree, may be considered.
300 credit point pathway - NON COGNATE (two and half years):
Successful completion of a 3 year Australian Bachelor degree (or its equivalent).
240 credit point pathway COGNATE ENTRY (2 years):
Successful completion of a 3 year Australian Bachelor degree (or its equivalent) in a health related field and be eligible for registration with AHPRA.
180 credit point pathway COGNATE ENTRY (18 months):
Successful completion of a 3 year Australian Bachelor degree (or its equivalent) plus honours in a health related field and be eligible for registration with AHPRA.
IELTS Overall 6.5, no band less than 6.0
TOEFL Internet based (iBT): Overall score of 79 with 13 in Reading, 12 in Listening, 18 in Speaking and 21 in Writing
300 credit point pathway - NON COGNATE (two and half years):
Successful completion of a 3 year Australian Bachelor degree (or its equivalent).
240 credit point pathway COGNATE ENTRY (2 years):
Successful completion of a 3 year Australian Bachelor degree (or its equivalent) in a health related field and be eligible for registration with AHPRA.
180 credit point pathway COGNATE ENTRY (18 months):
Successful completion of a 3 year Australian Bachelor degree (or its equivalent) plus honours in a health related field and be eligible for registration with AHPRA.
IELTS Overall 6.5, no band less than 6.0
TOEFL Internet based (iBT): Overall score of 79 with 13 in Reading, 12 in Listening, 18 in Speaking and 21 in Writing
Tuition
AUD
40,000