Curtin University

Master of Public Health

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University Location Perth, Western Australia
City Population 2.1 million
Student Population 56,000
Int'l Student Population 16,000
Main Campus Curtin Perth
Program Campus Curtin Perth
Program Duration 2 years
Estimated Annual Tuition AUD$45,026 (2026 fees; subject to increase)*
Semester Intake February & July
Next Available Intake February
Application Deadline No set deadline*
CRICOS Provider 00301J
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Overview

The School of Population Health at Curtin University delivers a range of public health and psychology undergraduate courses and specialist postgraduate courses, as well as short courses designed for those working in the health sector who wish to add new or specialist skills to their repertoire.

The school recognizes the strain placed on community health and mental well-being from the emergence of new diseases, the threat of global climate change and terrorism, the steady increase of the world’s population, and the globalization of world economies. Curtin University has a proven track record for preparing its graduates to meet these critical challenges and successfully work in the field.

Program

The Master of Public Health is a multidisciplinary program designed for those seeking to develop their skills and knowledge in public health. Whether you already work in public health or want to move into the field, this program prepares you for contemporary public health practice that addresses traditional and emerging issues that threaten to negatively impact communities and the environment.

You’ll acquire conceptual knowledge and practical skills to support public health action across educational, organizational, socio-economic, environmental, and political domains to improve population health.

In Year 2, you’ll have the opportunity to carry out research with an academic supervisor or enhance your practice and leadership skills.

Course content is aligned to the competencies from the Council of Academic Public Health Institutions Australasia:

  • Health monitoring and surveillance
  • Disease prevention and control
  • Health promotion
  • Health protection
  • Health policy, planning, and management
  • Evidence-informed professional population health practice

Master of Public Health students come from a variety of fields, including medicine and allied health, biomedical and laboratory-based sciences, nutrition, occupational and environmental health, health promotion, social sciences, education, communications, business, and management.

You can exit this course with a Graduate Certificate in Public Health or a Graduate Diploma in Public Health once you have completed certain units. Other certificates and diplomas may also be available in combination with this course.

Admission Requirements

Completed bachelor’s degree
You must have a completed undergraduate degree from a recognized higher education institution, preferably in a health science area such as education, behavioural sciences, social sciences or management, with a minimum GPA of 2.7/4.0.

Admission Timeline

*While there is no set application deadline, you are encouraged to apply at least 6 months prior to the program start date.