Program Overview
The Public Health at Western Sydney University is a Master programme in Medicine & Health Sciences over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of medicine & health sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Public Health programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Australia and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: AUD 24,760 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
- Location: City of Parramatta, Australia
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Public Health programme are prepared for diverse careers in medicine & health sciences:
- Healthcare Professional
- Clinical Researcher
- Health Policy Analyst
- Public Health Specialist
- Medical Writer
- Healthcare Manager
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- A Global Perspective on Social Determinants of Health
- Public Health, Policy and Society
- Introduction to Epidemiology
- Introduction to Biostatistics
- Occupational Health Management
- Safety and Risk Management
- Policy, Power and Politics in Health Care Provision
- Leadership for Quality and Safety in Health Care
- Leadership and the Development of Organisational Capacity
- Health and Socio-political Issues in Aged Care
- Communicable Diseases
- Health Workforce Planning
- Health Services and Facilities Planning
- Health Financial Management
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Admission Requirements:
Applicants must have either
- An undergraduate degree in health; health administration; human biological sciences, medical, forensic, food and pharmacology sciences; welfare; behavioural Science and sport and recreation disciplines
- A Graduate Diploma or Graduate Certificate in health; health administration; human biological sciences, medical, forensic, food and pharmacology sciences; welfare; behavioural science and sport and recreation disciplines AND three years full-time equivalent work experience in a health, welfare or aged care discipline.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
AUD 24,760 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
Tuition fees: AUD 24,760 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Western Sydney University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Western Sydney
University of Western Sydney
Sydney, Australia
University of Western Sydney is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....
University Profile- Start Date July 2026
- Language English
- Duration 24 months