Master of Public Health

Online and timetabled Study online from anywhere, with live interactive classes that follow a set schedule—most sessions are recorded so you can watch them later. Public health professionals play a critical role in improving population wellbeing, shaping health policy, and responding to complex global health challenges. Griffith's Master of Public Health equips you with the knowledge, analytical skills and practical capabilities to design, deliver and evaluate public health programs that make a real-world impact. You'll learn how social conditions, environments and systems shape health ¿ and how to apply this understanding to reduce inequities, prevent disease and improve health outcomes across complex and varied community and policy contexts. This program is ideal if you¿re seeking to advance your career in health policy and planning, build population-level expertise to complement clinical or allied health experience, pursue public health roles locally or internationally, or transition into public health from a health or science background. Highlights of studying the Master of Public Health Gain a strong foundation in population health, epidemiology and health policy Apply analytical and epidemiological skills to plan, implement and evaluate population-based interventions Analyse population health data to support evidence-based public health decision making Explore international and global health contexts, including equity, community engagement and human rights Design and evaluate health promotion and disease prevention programs across diverse settings Communicate public health evidence effectively to inform practice, policy and stakeholders Build practical skills through applied assessment tasks, case studies and project-based learning that reflect current public health practice. Lead change with purpose Griffith is ranked #1 in Queensland in the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)*, so as a Master of Public Health graduate you'll be prepared to deliver life-changing outcomes for individuals and communities alike. *Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings 2024. Related degrees Master of Global Public Health – 5725 Graduate Diploma of Public Health – 4094 Note: Progression is dependent upon satisfying admission requirements. Attendance information This program is offered full-time on-campus. As a full-time student, you will generally attend 12 hours of scheduled classes per week throughout the trimester. Classes may be scheduled during the day and evening throughout the week. If you are an International student on a student visa, you must ensure that you enrol in a way that will allow you to complete your enrolment within the expected program duration as stated on your Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE). The recommended study load for international student in each compulsory trimester is 40CP. Managing Study Interruptions Leave of Absence Taking a leave of absence from this program is permitted, subject to conditions outlined in the Enrolment Procedure . Student story Caitlin Knapper Bachelor of Public Health Caitlin is using her degree to help children live happy and healthy lives through a balanced diet and regular physical activity. Her work placement led to her employment as a facilitator for the Have Fun-Be Healthy program for Playgroup Australia. Find out more about Lauren Schleger ##--> Work-integrated learning Work-integrated learning activities integrate theoretical learning with its application in the workplace. The inclusion of work-integrated learning activities in the degree program demonstrates Griffith's commitment to preparing its graduates for success in their working life. You will complete 7707MED Public Health Practice as a Core course. You will have the option to choose 7419MED Applied Health Field Trip in the Flexible Module, which enables you to develop field research, investigation and analysis skills through experience of public health in practice in international settings. If you choose the 40-credit point dissertation in your Flexible Module you will complete a supervised research project in conjunction with an industry partner. Pathways to further study Graduates may be eligible to apply to the Master of Health and Medical Research (5763) . Graduates who successfully complete a dissertation will be eligible to apply for entry to a Higher Degree Research (HDR) program. The level of achievement in the dissertation and the overall Masters program will determine which HDR program the graduate is eligible to apply for. Professional Practice requirements There are placements associated with this program and before undertaking professional experience placements, all students in this program are required to have completed the following by the end of their first trimester of study: Vaccinations and Health Tests Licenses and Certificates Online Training Health Placement Requirements Students should refer to the checklist of professional practice requirements for their Health discipline on the Health Placement Support Hub for full details of the requirements regarding professional placement to ensure that they meet eligibility for placement.