Health Administration (Master)
This course information is for local students only
Year
2010
Award
Master of Health Administration
Length
One and a half years full-time, three and a half years part-time.
Campuses
Melbourne (City)
Course description
This course provides an opportunity for students with appropriate qualifications to commence the Master of Health Administration (MHA) directly or to transition from a Postgraduate Diploma in Health Services Management. This is a professional coursework Master's degree and there is no requirement for a thesis.
Course structure
The course has a two-part structure. The timetable is designed to accommodate working students and offers a combination of evening, block and distance modes. Part One comprises the Postgraduate Diploma, Part Two comprises three subjects worth a total of 60 credit points.
Handbook (2010)
Overseas study opportunities
Overseas study opportunities are available.
Please see
www.latrobe.edu.au/international/exchange
for more information
Application
See our webpage for admission process and application form
Fee type
Both Commonwealth Supported & full fee places available
Tuition fee (AUD)
Indicative (2010): $14,040 (per 120 credit points)
Commonwealth Supported Places also available
The University reserves the right to vary fees on an annual basis. Fees will not normally rise above 7% per annum. Should the University decide to increase its fees, that increase will take effect on 1 January of the following year.
Scholarships
A variety of scholarships and prizes are available for postgraduate students at La Trobe. Visit the postgraduate scholarships webpage for details http://www.latrobe.edu.au/scholarships/pg/Prerequisites
Applicants are required to hold a three-year undergraduate degree and have a minimum of four years' professional experience in the health system.
Applicants are also required to submit a one-page statement of reasons for study, plus satisfactory support by two referees.
Semester starts
Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
Additional information
Students who have completed a Graduate Certificate or the Postgraduate Diploma in Health Services Management and are seeking to progress to a Master's degree require a B average.
Career opportunities
Health Information Manager, Project Manager, Project Officer-Health related programs
Professional recognition
The MHA is recognised by the Australian College of Health Service Executives and the Royal Australian College of Medical Administrators.
Course URL
http://www.latrobe.edu.au/publichealth/HSM
Contact information
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Enquiry Line: 1300 135 045
All students may pay a
Voluntary General Service Fee.
Most international students must pay for
Overseas Student Health Cover