Sydney,
NSW,
Australia
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Master of Infectious Diseases Intelligence (Extension) in Sydney Australia | The University of New South Wales
The University of New South Wales
|
Sydney Australia
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Coursework)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
AUD
58,000
(c. USD40,931.64)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
20 months
The Master of Infectious Diseases Intelligence (MIDI) (Extension) equips students for careers addressing health crises, disease outbreaks, infectious disease risk evaluation, and emergency management of infectious disease threats. This program provides advanced expertise and practical skills for professional work in infectious disease control and emergency response across various sectors, including health ministries, government agencies, NGOs, and healthcare providers in both public and private settings. The curriculum incorporates a research component to enhance analytical abilities and communication skills while investigating key challenges in infectious disease management. The program develops adaptable professionals capable of improving public health outcomes related to infectious diseases in varied environments. Ideal for those seeking deeper knowledge of infectious disease intelligence amid emerging health threats, this degree focuses on modern approaches to detecting, evaluating, preventing, and controlling infectious diseases.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Applicants must submit evidence to support their application including evidence of completed coursework and, if relevant, professional experience including a statement of service from employers outlining the duration of employment, position title and roles and responsibilities. Evidence of professional registration may also be provided. Applicants are required to have either:
An undergraduate degree in a field relevant to public health or health management
and
Two years full-time professional or volunteer experience. This may also include equivalent professional experience acquired as part of a degree of 4 or more years duration (e.g. MBBS, MD)
OR
An undergraduate degree plus an honours or postgraduate degree in a field relevant to public health or health management
Examples include, but are not restricted to, medicine, nursing, allied health, health sciences, biomedical sciences, dentistry, social work, sociology, behavioural and social sciences, psychology, marketing, human services, emergency services, environmental health, veterinary science, health administration, business, management, engineering, law, science, mathematics and statistics, economics, policy studies and development studies.
English Language Requirements:
IELTS: 6.5 overall (min. 6.0 in each subtest); TOEFL IBT (Internet Based): 90 overall (min. 23 in writing, 22 in reading, listening and speaking); Pearson (PTE - Academic): 64 overall (min. 54 in each subtest); C1 Advanced Cambridge: 176 overall (min. 169 in each subtest); C2 Proficiency Cambridge: 180 overall (min. 180 in each subtest); UNSW Global University English Entry Course (UEEC): Successful completion with a minimum overall grade of C+ and a minimum grade of C in the writing component.
Tuition
AUD
58,000