Master of Public Health/Master of Health Research

Charles Darwin University and Menzies School of Health Research partner together to deliver postgraduate Public Health and health research courses, including the Master of Public Health/Master of Health Research.

Yes, you can study your public health degree online or on campus at Charles Darwin University, with the choice between part-time and full-time learning to suit your needs. Online students have access to round-the-clock academic and technical support, 1:1 support from lecturers, and CDU's world-class online learning platform, Learnline.

Graduates can find career opportunities in a wide variety of roles, from clinical research to communications positions, and within organisations ranging from local community groups to the World Health Organization (WHO). Key areas include health promotion, policy making, disease prevention, and research.

CDU is part of a community of more than 6,500 health and nursing students and is ranked #7 in Australia for postgraduate learning resources in health services and support according to the Good Universities Guide 2025. The courses are developed and delivered by industry leaders, with a focus on indigenous, local, and global health settings.

CDU offers study at multiple campus locations including Alice Springs, Casuarina (Darwin), Katherine, Palmerston, Sydney Waterfront, Brisbane, and Tennant Creek, as well as online study options for students across Australia.