Public Health (Master)
This course information is for local students only
Year
2010
Award
Master of Public Health
Length
two years full-time, three-five years part-time
Campuses
Melbourne (City), Other
Course description
The Master of Public Health (MPH) is an internationally recognised degree which enables graduates to work all over the world in a wide variety of public health settings. La Trobe University offers a collaboratively delivered Master's program through the Victorian Consortium for Public Health (VCPH) of four major universities - Deakin University (CRICOS Provider 00113B), Monash University (CRICOS Provider 00008C), the University of Melbourne (CRICOS Provider 00116K) and La Trobe University. While teaching a common Part I, the universities offer their own specialised Part II, each reflecting the research and experience of their own staff.
Course structure
Part I is taught by all four universities and comprises eight units of which four are compulsory and others are elective.
In Part II, (consisting of eight units) participants stream into one of the public health specialisations of the university in which they are enrolled.
Part II may be completed either by a research pathway, which emphasises the development of skills in public health research, or by action learning, in which students develop the skills needed for working on a specific project in multidisciplinary streams. Both modes are supported by coursework subjects.
Handbook (2010)
Overseas study opportunities
Overseas study opportunities are available.
Please see
www.latrobe.edu.au/international/exchange
for more information
Application
URL/See our webpage for admission process and application form
Fee type
Both Commonwealth Supported & full fee places available
Tuition fee (AUD)
Indicative (2009): $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
Selection into the Master's program will be based on a consideration of qualifications, two years work experience in public health, professional involvement and a personal statement outlining the reasons for applying. Some students may be eligible to receive credit for up to four subjects - credits are considered for relevant work experience and/or prior learning.
Semester starts
Semester 1 (March)
Career opportunities
Health promotions professional, public health worker
Course URL
http://www.latrobe.edu.au/publichealth/MPH
Contact information
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All students may pay a
Voluntary General Service Fee.
Most international students must pay for
Overseas Student Health Cover