The University of Queensland - Graduate Programs

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Public Health (Indigenous Health)

The University of Queensland - Graduate Programs

Faculty:Medicine and Biomedical Sciences
Degree:Master
Field of Study:Public Health, General (MPH, DPH)
Course Based:Yes
Length:18 Month(s)
Cost per year:*
Provincial: $17,440
National: $27,360

Description:

This field of study produces graduates with a broad understanding of health and illness of Indigenous Australia, and capacity to manage effective public health solutions in a culturally and socially appropriate way.

Graduates have the knowledge and skills to:

- investigate and analyse Indigenous health needs
- interpret policy
- describe the major health issues in Indigenous Australia
- operate effectively within an environment of changing social, economic and political circumstances
- manage effective public health solutions through improved service delivery
- plan, implement and evaluate health interventions
- conduct meaningful research, sensitive to community needs and protocols

For further information, see the school's website listed above.

Prerequisites:

Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)*80 to 100
These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
    An applicant must hold:

    - an approved degree in the same discipline, or
    - a degree in a different discipline and have completed one year full-time work experience in a healthcare setting, or
    - the Graduate Certificate and/or a Graduate Diploma in Public Health from the university (or equivalent).

    * The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.

    * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

    Modified on October 15, 2015