The Master of Public Health (MPH) program at Charles Darwin University (CDU) is designed to equip you with advanced knowledge and skills to address complex population health issues. You will learn to investigate, critique, and respond to real-world health challenges, both locally and globally. The course offers a unique opportunity to learn from experienced professionals at the Menzies School of Health Research, specializing in areas such as Indigenous health, global health, public health practice, and health research. You will develop expertise in core public health disciplines including epidemiology, biostatistics, and various research methodologies. The program emphasizes practical application, enabling you to analyze health data, evaluate interventions, and develop strategies for health promotion, disease control, health systems improvement, and policy development. A significant component of the course involves applying these principles to areas like environmental health and sustainable development goals. You will also have the chance to undertake a supervised research project. Graduates are prepared for diverse career paths in national and international health services, government ministries, NGOs, humanitarian organizations, and academic institutions. Potential roles include public health leaders, program planners, policy advisors, epidemiologists, and researchers. CDU provides academic support services to assist students with the high level of academic reading and writing required for this course.
Graduates of the Master of Public Health program are well-prepared for a variety of roles within the public health sector. The skills acquired are applicable to both national and international settings, addressing diverse health challenges.
This course requires a high level of academic reading and writing. University academic support services are available.
Both Commonwealth supported and full fee places are available. SATAC codes are provided for application: 1CM102 for CS places and 1CM602 for full fee places.
The course is delivered by educators from the Menzies School of Health Research.
Applicants must have a completed recognised bachelor's degree. A high level of academic reading and writing is required for this course.
The Master of Public Health program has a full-time duration of 1.5 years. Students need to complete 120 credit points.
Graduates are prepared for roles such as public health leaders, program planners, analysts, health policy officers, epidemiologists, and health researchers. These roles are applicable in both national and international settings.
International students should review program details, check entry and English language requirements, prepare documents like academic transcripts and proof of English proficiency, and submit their application through CDU's designated channel.
The Master of Public Health program can be studied at the Casuarina campus or online. Intake periods are Semester 1 and Semester 2.