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Public Health

Australian Catholic University
Information last verified July 2026
Tuition AUD 20,200 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 16,400 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Degree Master
Duration 24 months
Delivery Hybrid
Location Queensland, Australia
Language English

Program Overview

The Public Health at Australian Catholic University is a Master programme in Medicine & Health Sciences over 24 months, delivered Hybrid. 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

  1. Duration: 24 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: Hybrid
  4. English requirement: IELTS 6.5
  5. Tuition: AUD 20,200 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 16,400 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
  6. Location: Melbourne, Australia

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Public Health programme are prepared for diverse careers in medicine & health sciences:

  1. Healthcare Professional
  2. Clinical Researcher
  3. Health Policy Analyst
  4. Public Health Specialist
  5. Medical Writer
  6. Healthcare Manager

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Introduction to Health Sciences Research
  2. History and Principles of Public Health
  3. Health Promotion
  4. Biostatistics
  5. Epidemiology
  6. Determinants of Health
  7. Disease Prevention and Management
  8. Public Health Law and Policy
  9. Qualitative Health Research
  10. Public Health Research Thesis

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

  • Bachelor degree
  • Official Academic Transcript(s): You must provide academic transcripts (and/or equivalent professional qualifications) for all current or previous study listed on your application. A transcript downloaded from a website is not acceptable.
  • Curriculum Vitae: Where work experience is part of the course entry requirements, you will be required to provide a copy of your current Curriculum Vitae with your online application.
  • English proficiency test results

English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

AUD 20,200 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 16,400 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

Tuition fees: AUD 20,200 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 16,400 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

IELTS requirement: 6.5

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact Australian Catholic 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 Australian Catholic University

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Australian Catholic University

Queensland, Australia

university with six campuses across Australia

University Profile
  • Language English
  • Duration 24 months