Course Overview

About This Course

Course overview We also offer an accelerated 1.5 year Master of Public Health (Practice). This new multidisciplinary course is designed for those seeking to develop their skills and knowledge in public health. Taught by highly qualified and experienced teaching staff, this curriculum is designed from a global public health perspective – you will collaborate with peers from all over the world. Whether you already work in public health or want to move into the field, our course prepares you for contemporary public health practice that addresses traditional and emerging issues that threaten to negatively impact communities and the environment. Take advantage of current subsidies Take advantage of current government subsidies for this course. Save up to two-thirds on fees and upgrade your qualifications.* *Subsidies available for Australian and New Zealand citizens only. Postgraduate Masters Public Health Career outcomes As a graduate, you may work in a number of fields, including health administration, protection or promotion. You may work in the public sector or with nongovernment organisations, such as the Heart Foundation, Cancer Council and Red Cross; or with research institutes, universities and international bodies, such as the World Health Organization. Your student experience Work-integrated learning at Curtin: explore a Universe of opportunity Develop real-world experience before you graduate. Learn how work-integrated learning helps you build career skills and connect with industry early. Learn about work-integrated learning Thinking about uni? Five reasons Curtin could be your best move Not sure if uni is for you? Explore five clear reasons students choose Curtin – from flexible pathways and support to real-world skills and outcomes. Why choose Curtin Find your entry pathway to Curtin You may be finishing high school, coming from TAFE, or just thinking of a career change; but whatever your background, there’s an entry pathway to Curtin for you. Explore your pathways Previous slide Next slide

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Perth

78 Murray St, Perth, WA 6000

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Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

Entry requirements A bachelor degree from a tertiary institution preferably in health, education, behavioural sciences, social sciences or management. You may also be required to provide supplementary information with your application such as a CV and Personal Statement. Course-specific requirements You’ll also need to meet any specific requirements to be eligible to apply for this course. English requirements You must meet Curtin’s English language requirements for this course. The English language requirement for this course is outlined in the IELTS table below. If you’ve completed a different English test or qualification, you may be able to use it to meet this requirement. Check accepted English tests, qualifications and required scores on our English language requirements page. IELTS Academic (International English Language Testing System) Writing 6 Speaking 6 Reading 6 Listening 6 Overall band score 6.5 Fieldwork requirements This course requires you to undertake fieldwork placements to complete your qualification. In order to undertake fieldwork, you must meet the following requirements Communicable diseases Criminal record screening and clearance Study credit and support You may be able to receive credit for recognised learning (CRL) from past study or professional experience, which could reduce the time it takes to finish your course. Find specific details about CRL for this course on the Handbook . Additional information Application Requirements Please refer to our application requirements before applying for this Curtin course. Documents to submit with your application Please submit the following documents with your application: CV (no more than 4 pages), that contains detailed information about (as relevant): Qualifications Detailed description about paid work (dates and descriptors about tasks, duties and outcomes) Key training and professional development completed Volunteer work Publications Grants Conference Presentations Referees – one professional and one academic who can speak to their application for study at Curtin University Personal statement – Provide a one-page statement outlining why you wish to study public health and what you feel your contribution to the filed will be. Notes about this course Make sure you check the course notes for any other important information. Duration and availability This fee-paying course is two years' full-time or equivalent part-time study. The course is available in both internal and external study mode. Both streams within this course are available to international students studying in Australia on a study visa.

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Career outcomes As a graduate, you may work in a number of fields, including health administration, protection or promotion. You may work in the public sector or with nongovernment organisations, such as the Heart Foundation, Cancer Council and Red Cross; or with research institutes, universities and international bodies, such as the World Health Organization.

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Professional Body

Council of Academic Public Health Institutions Australasia (CAPHIA)

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Skills Assessor

VETASSESS

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I study the Master of Public Health online?

Yes, there are a number of study options available including fully online, full-time or part-time study. The course is available in both internal and external study mode.

Can I exit the Master of Public Health with a lower-level qualification?

Yes, 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.

What are the indicative fees for the Master of Public Health in 2026?

The 2026 domestic indicative first-year fee for a Commonwealth-supported place is $9,500, while the domestic fee-paying first-year fee is $27,864. These fees are based on a full-time study load of 200 credit points and are indicative only.

What topics will I study in the Master of Public Health?

Course content is aligned to the competencies from the Council of Academic Public Health Institutions Australasia, exploring: health monitoring and surveillance, disease prevention and control, health promotion, health protection, health policy, planning and management, and evidence-informed professional population health practice.

Is the Master of Public Health available to international students?

Yes, both streams within this course are available to international students studying in Australia on a study visa.

Application

How to Apply

Three simple steps to get enrolled

Step 01

Enquire

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Step 02

Submit Documents

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Step 03

Get Enrolled

Receive your offer letter and confirm your enrolment. Welcome to the course!

Course Snapshot

Salary, careers & skills

Typical Salary

Entry-level (0-2 years)AUD $65,000 to $85,000 per year

Early Career (2-5 years)AUD $80,000 to $100,000 per year

Mid-Level (5-10 years)AUD $100,000 to $125,000 per year

Career Paths

Public Health OfficerHealth Promotion OfficerEpidemiologistBiostatisticianHealth Policy Analyst

Key Skills

Epidemiological analysis and disease surveillanceBiostatistics and quantitative data analysisHealth promotion program design and evaluationPublic health policy development and analysisHealth research methods (qualitative and quantitative)

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