Course Overview

About This Course

The Master of Global Health and Master of Health Leadership and Management is a double degree providing the essential knowledge, skills and attributes to carry out senior managerial and leadership roles in population, clinical and departmental health services. It is designed for those keen to work internationally in health departments, with non-government organisations (NGOs), and with international and bilateral aid agencies. You will gain a deep understanding of topics such as health promotion, health care economics and financial management, epidemiology, workforce management and clinical governance, as well as having the opportunity to study tropical disease control, immunisation policy, infectious diseases intelligence or bioterrorism.

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

Requirements

Pathway 1: Applicants must have both:
- a) A three year undergraduate degree in any field of study, and
- b) Two years of full-time professional or volunteer experience in a relevant field. The professional experience may include experience in health or public health services acquired as part of a degree of four or more years duration, e.g. MBBS, MD.
Pathway 2: Applicants must have at least one of the following:
- a) An undergraduate degree plus an honours in a relevant field of study, or
- b) Postgraduate degree in a relevant field of study.
Pathway 3 (Exceptional): In exceptional cases, you may be considered for entry if you have extensive professional experience in health or public health but don't hold a relevant degree. You must have at least five years of full-time, relevant experience. The School of Population Health may also invite you to attend an interview.
Relevant fields of professional experience include:
- Roles in health: Such as allied health, medicine, nursing, oral health, public health, environmental health or psychology.
- Roles in health service provision or health management in human services: Such as social work, community development, service navigation or case management.
- Roles that involve working specifically on health-related activities or portfolios: Such as health-focused positions in emergency services, management, research, engineering, law, science, mathematics and statistics, economics, journalism or policy.
Relevant fields of study include: medicine, nursing, allied health, health sciences, biomedical sciences, dentistry, social sciences, social work, psychology, paramedicine, environmental health, health administration, policy studies or development studies.
Indigenous Alternative Entry Scheme: Aimed at redressing the imbalance of access for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to population health programs, this scheme provides entry to our postgraduate coursework degrees based on your interest in public health and relevant educational and/or professional experience.
English language requirements: Evidence of English proficiency may be required. Accepted evidence includes English language tests and university English courses, prior study in the medium of English, or other qualifications.

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

There's strong demand for global health professionals in the public and private health sectors, both within Australia and internationally. You'll develop transferable leadership skills that can be applied throughout your career into senior management positions at health service and health system levels. Our graduates typically find work through a range of employers, including bilateral and multilateral international aid organisations, UN-based organisations, civil society and NGOs, private foundations, health departments, academia and development-based organisations. This program can lead to a career in: government departments and ministries of health, public health networks, local area health services, universities and research institutes, international health policy and funding institutions, non-governmental agencies, mental health services, Indigenous health organisations, health services general management, health services c-suite roles, government and non-government policy, medical communications, medical insurance management, non-government health service management, health economics, health program management, health care consultancy.

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Accreditation Details

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units8 units

Health Promotion and Social Perspectives of Health

Core course

Strategy, Policy and Change

Core course

Healthcare Economics and Financial Management

Core course

Global Health and Development

Core course

Health Leadership and Workforce Management

Core course

Clinical Governance and Risk Management

Core course

Foundations of Epidemiology

Core course

Foundations of Biostatistics

Core course

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to complete the Master of Global Health / Master of Health Leadership and Management?

The program can be completed in 1.7 years of full-time study or three years part-time. It is made up of 12 courses total, including eight core courses and four elective courses, for a total of 72 Units of Credit (UOC).

What are the fees for this double degree program?

For 2026, the indicative first year full fee is $60,500 and the indicative full fee to complete the degree is $94,000. Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP) are also available, with a 2026 indicative CSP first year fee of $9,500 and an indicative CSP fee to complete the degree of $14,500. Fees are subject to annual review and may vary.

Can I study this program online or part-time?

Yes. This degree provides flexible learning options so you can complete the degree according to your needs and commitments. Courses can be taken online or face-to-face, full-time or part-time. The online learning spaces facilitate collaborative learning so you can connect with fellow students and course convenors in real-time.

Are there internship or practical experience opportunities as part of this program?

Yes. The program includes an internship program where you'll gain practical experience in relevant health organisations. UNSW offers a range of domestic and international internship placements in Australia, Asia and the Pacific.

Is there a research-focused option available within this double degree?

Yes. There is a research extension option — the Master of Global Health (Extension)/Master of Health Leadership and Management — which allows you to complete two degrees with a research focus in two years of full-time study. This option includes an extension component where you'll complete additional electives including a research project or a research methodology course.

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