Master of Philosophy (Public Health)


The Master of Philosophy (Public Health) is conducted over two years of full time study or the equivalent in half-time candidature. The key aim of the program is to train students in research methodology and techniques and to engage them in the critical evaluation of literature and results in their field of research at an advanced level. Whilst the Master of Philosophy (Public Health) may contain a significant coursework component, the focus of the degree is on research. Master of Philosophy (Public Health) graduates are well placed to progress to independent research at doctoral level.

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All Master of Philosophy students at the University have the opportunity to broaden their research experience through the Career and Research Skills Training (CaRST) program.

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Careers

Career Readiness

A Master of Philosophy (Public Health) is a great stepping stone to transition to a Doctor of Philosophy. It is the highest research award after a doctorate and can greatly increase your career opportunities in academia, government and industry.

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Potential careers

Graduates of this program have gone on to roles such as:

Public Health;  Public Health Management;  Public Health Officer;  Research Manager

Degree Structure

A Master of Philosophy (Public Health) comprises an independent, supervised research project mutually agreed upon by the student, their supervisors and Head of School. Students can choose to undertake the degree by either 100% research or, by mixed research and coursework.

The award of the degree for students in the 100% research stream is based entirely on the examination of a thesis, however, students in the mixed research and coursework stream complete one third of the degree (15 units) by coursework and the remaining two thirds of the degree by research resulting in the production of a proportionally smaller thesis. All coursework can be selected, in consultation with supervisors, from amongst relevant Master by Coursework or Honours level courses offered by the University.  In addition Master of Philosophy students complete a minimum of 60 hours of relevant professional development activities through the University’s Career and Research Skills Training (CaRST) program.  

Progress through the degree is tracked through the completion of a number of key