Master of Public Health
Course summary for international students
Upendra Bhojani
I enjoyed the way MPH was taught by a unique mix of faculty members from four different universities that added to diverse perspective and experiences.
B = Melbourne Burwood Campus
G = Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus
S = Geelong Waterfront Campus
W =Warrnambool Campus
X = Off campus
| Award granted | Master of Public Health |
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| Campus | Melbourne Burwood Campus |
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| Length | 1.5 years full time |
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| Next available intake | March (Trimester 1), July (Trimester 2) |
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| Indicative annual fee 2013 | $23,440* AUD |
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| Level | Higher Degree Coursework (Masters and Doctorates) |
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| CRICOS course code | 020018B |
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| IELTS Requirement | Overall IELTS score of 6.5 with no band less than 6 (or equivalent). More information is available at www.ielts.org |
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| Deakin course code | H747 |
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| Faculty contacts | Deakin International
Tel +61 3 9627 4877
Online enquiry |
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Course sub-headings
Course overview
The Master of Public Health aims to assist students to:
- appreciate the historical foundations of public health and lessons learned from history;
- develop a broad-based understanding of the determinants of health in populations;
- develop knowledge, skills and understanding of the broad public health endeavours
- develop the knowledge and skills necessary to maintain and improve upon existing health-promoting environments
- develop critical thinking about efforts to promote health and prevent disease
- carry out research to identify public health priorities and generate initiatives for policy and action, public health program planning and evaluation
- develop strategies to ensure equity in the health system and interventions to promote the health of disadvantaged groups.
- possess an appreciation of the complex challenges in public health and the need for multidimensional solutions;
- develop the skills necessary to generate and use research data related to public health issues, endeavours and interventions.
Fees and charges
Fee paying place - International (
IFP)
A Fee paying place is one for which the University does not receive any government funding. As such, students enrolled in these places are required to contribute the full cost of their course.
Fees for international students apply to persons living in Australia with Temporary Resident status, provided that there is no limitation on study and persons living abroad who are not Australian citizens and do not have Permanent Resident status in Australia.
Equivalent Full Time Student Load (
EFTSL)
EFTSL is the standard annual full time load. Eight credit points is the standard full time load for one year of study.
* The 'indicative annual course fee' cited has been provided as a guide only. It has been calculated on the basis of a typical enrolment of a student undertaking the course in 2013, and reflects the cost involved in undertaking a full-time quota of units within the specified discipline.
The actual fees charged by Deakin University will depend upon the discipline from which each individual unit is chosen, and may vary from the indicative course fee cited, particularly if units are chosen from a number of disciplines. The cost of each unit offered in 2013 can be viewed from the
Unit Search.
Please note that the fees per unit/credit point may increase annually due to rises in the cost of course delivery and service.
Deakin assumes no responsibility for persons relying on 'indicative course fees' to calculate the total future cost of their course.
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Course rules
This course consists of 12 credit points of study, comprising a combination of core units (4 credit points), selective units (at least 2 credit points) and elective units, that can be chosen according to the desired career pathway.
The majority of core, selective and elective units will be offered in off-campus and on-campus mode. Some units may also be offered in block mode.
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Course structure
Core units
All students must complete the following core units:
| HSH701 | Principles and Practice of Public Health |
| HSH702 | Contemporary Health Issues and Policies |
Selective units
All students must complete a minimum of two selective units from the five options listed below:
| HSH725 | Research for Health Practice |
| HSH728 | Health Equity and Human Rights |
| HSN705 | Public Health Nutrition |
Elective units
Students must chose up to six additional credit points of elective study completed as either Option A or Option B. Elective credit points may be chosen from within or across the 'career pathways' listed. It is also possible to undertake elective units from any other faculty subject approval of the course coordinator. Students interested in pursuing this option should seek the advice of the course coordinator before proceeding.
Option A
| HSH731 | Minor Project A and B (1 credit point) |
| HSH732 | Minor Project B (1 credit point) |
Plus four elective units from the career pathways listed.
Option B
| HSH733 | Major Project A (2 credit points) |
| HSH734 | Major Project B (2 credit points) |
Plus two elective units from the career pathways listed.
Career pathways
Health Promotion and Community Development
| HSH702 | Contemporary Health Issues and Policies |
| HSH705 | Needs Assessment and Health Program Planning |
| HSH707 | Social and Cultural Influences On Population Health * |
| HSH709 | Health and Social Impact Assessment ~ |
| HSH715 | Qualitative Health Research * |
| HSH724 | Local Action for Healthy Cities and Communities * |
| HSH725 | Research for Health Practice |
| HSH728 | Health Equity and Human Rights |
| HSH736 | Community Consultation and Participation * |
| HSH739 | International Perspectives on Health Policy and Planning * |
| HSH740 | People, Health and Planning * |
| HSH745 | Health Program Evaluation |
| MPM704 | Managing for Environmental Sustainability |
Note: Students undertaking this career pathway should take the HSH703 Health Promotion selective unit.
Environments for Health
| HSH702 | Contemporary Health Issues and Policies |
| HSH707 | Social and Cultural Influences On Population Health * |
| HSH709 | Health and Social Impact Assessment ~ |
| HSH724 | Local Action for Healthy Cities and Communities * |
| HSH728 | Health Equity and Human Rights |
| HSH736 | Community Consultation and Participation * |
| HSH739 | International Perspectives on Health Policy and Planning * |
| HSH740 | People, Health and Planning * |
| HMF701 | Agricultural Health and Medicine + |
Note: Students undertaking his career pathway should take the HSH728 Health Equity and Human Rights selective unit.
Public Health Practice
| HSH701 | Principles and Practice of Public Health |
| HSH702 | Contemporary Health Issues and Policies |
| HSH709 | Health and Social Impact Assessment ~ |
| HSH724 | Local Action for Healthy Cities and Communities * |
| HSH725 | Research for Health Practice |
| HSH728 | Health Equity and Human Rights |
| HSH739 | International Perspectives on Health Policy and Planning * |
| HSH745 | Health Program Evaluation |
| HMF701 | Agricultural Health and Medicine + |
Note: Students undertaking his career pathway should take the HSH728 Health Equity and Human Rights selective unit.
Health Economics and Management
| HSH702 | Contemporary Health Issues and Policies |
| HSH709 | Health and Social Impact Assessment ~ |
| HSH739 | International Perspectives on Health Policy and Planning * |
| HSH745 | Health Program Evaluation |
| MPM721 | Organisational Behaviour |
Note 1: Students undertaking this career pathway should take the HSH717 Health Economics 1 selective unit.
Note 2: Students may also select a unit from the Master of Business Administration offered at Deakin University subject to approval from the course leader.
Public Health Nutrition
| HSN701 | Principles of Nutrition |
| HSN705 | Public Health Nutrition |
| HSN706 | Food Policy and Public Health |
| HSN713 | Food, Nutrition and Behaviour |
| HSN738 | International Nutrition |
Note: Students undertaking this career pathway should take the HSN705 Population Health and Food Issues selective unit.
Applied Research
| HSH706 | Social Epidemiology (not offered 2013) |
| HSH715 | Qualitative Health Research * |
| HSH725 | Research for Health Practice |
| HSH745 | Health Program Evaluation |
Note: Students undertaking this career pathway should take the HSH725 Research for Health Practice selective unit.
* Unit offered in alternate years
~ HSH709 includes a 4 day intensive program held in June
+ HMF701 includes a 5 day intensive workshop held in February
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Pathways
The Master of Public Health is constructed to provide you with the opportunity to gain a second masters degree with only one additional trimester of full-time study. You may choose to combine the Master of Public Health with the Master of Health and Human Services Management or the Master of Health Promotion. Enrolment in a second masters degree is subject to application and selection. To take advantage of this opportunity, eligible students are advised to speak to the course coordinator regarding how to structure their course to ensure the appropriate subjects are chosen early and allow this option to develop.
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Entry requirements - general
Deakin University offers admission to postgraduate courses through a number of Admission categories.
In all categories of admission, selection is based primarily on academic merit as indicated by an applicant's previous academic record. The minimum requirements are successful completion of a three-year undergraduate degree, or equivalent, from an approved university or other educational institution or successful completion of other equivalent qualifications gained by examination, or approved professional or industrial experience. International students must also meet the English language requirements.
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Entry requirements - specific
To be eligible for entry, students will normally have completed an undergraduate degree and have two years of relevant professional practice, including time spent as an intern. Selection is based on additional criteria including a written statement outlining reasons for undertaking the course and demonstrated involvement in professional activities related to public health.
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Credit for prior learning - general
If you have completed previous studies which you believe may reduce the number of units you have to complete at Deakin, indicate in the appropriate section on your application that you wish to be considered for credit for prior learning. You will need to provide a certified copy of your previous course details so your credit can be determined. If you are eligible, your offer letter will then contain information about your credit for prior learning.
Your credit for prior learning is formally approved prior to your enrolment at Deakin during the Enrolment and Orientation Program. You must bring original documents relating to your previous study so that this approval can occur.
You can also refer to the
Credit for Prior Learning System which outlines the credit that may be granted towards a Deakin University degree.
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How to apply
Tracking your application
If you have already applied and wish to enquire about your application please refer to the relevant area through which you originally applied.
- If you applied through a Deakin representative please contact your representative.
- If you applied through a Deakin International office please contact deakin-int-admissions@deakin.edu.au
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Income support
Domestic students enrolled in this postgraduate coursework program may be eligible for student income support through Youth Allowance and Austudy.
Further information can be found at Deakin University's Fees website.
