Health policy

Why study Health policy?

Our postgraduate courses are for students with an interest in health policy, those considering a career shift to a policy area or those whose work requires policy analysis skills and knowledge. The courses deal with the changing contexts of policy-making, and analyse current policy using a problem-oriented approach to strengthen your ability to  participate in policy making and policy advocacy.      A background in the health system is useful but not essential for entry to our health policy courses.

Career opportunities

The courses allow specialisation for work in health policy development and analysis in public service departments, public health care agencies, international bodies and also in the commercial sector.

Courses

Local students

Health policy courses
Offer yearCourse titleCampus(es)DurationSemester starts
2013 Graduate Certificate in Health Policy Melbourne (City)
1 semester full-time or 1 year part-time. Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)

Graduate Certificate in Health Policy continued…

Course description
This course aims to serve the needs of those with an interest in health policy, those whose work requires policy skills and knowledge, and those considering a career shift to a policy area. It aims to help students understand the changing contexts of policy-making, and to enable them to analyse current policy using a problem-oriented approach and participate in policy-making and policy advocacy in their fields.

Students may apply to progress to the Master of Health Sciences (Health Policy) major.

Prerequisite
Bachelor's degree or equivalent, or relevant work experience.
Fee type
Fees (Fee-Help available)
Fee amount
Indicative (2012): $17,340 (60 credit points).
How to apply
Download, complete and submit a postgraduate coursework application form (PDF 3.3MB). Please ensure you also provide all supplementary information required.

For this course, applicants must also submit a supplementary application form (PDF 114KB).

Closing date is 4 January 2013 for Semester 1 commencement and early June 2013 for Semester 2 commencement. Late applications will be considered.
Full course details
Course structures and subject information for the following cours(es):
Health Policy (Graduate Certificate)Melbourne
Health Policy (Graduate Certificate)Melbourne (City)
2013 Master of Health Sciences Melbourne
2 years full-time or part-time equivalent. Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)

Master of Health Sciences continued…

Course description
This course provides students with the skills and knowledge to conduct applied research in health or community services settings (thesis stream) and to develop, implement and evaluate health-related programs and services.

It offers opportunities to learn more about a variety of specialities in the health field, to strengthen analytical skills and to consider furthering knowledge through research. The course aims to meet the needs of health professionals who have assumed or are likely to assume high-level responsibility for coordination and management of these programs and services.

Students are able to choose from the following majors: Health Administration, Health Evaluation and Research, Health Information Management, Health Policy.
Prerequisite
Admission requirements vary depending on your choice of major. Normally, applicants are required to hold a three-year undergraduate degree in health sciences or a related field and have at least two years work experience in the health or related sector. Applicants without formal qualifications but with relevant experience and skills, should discuss their eligibility with the course coordinator.
Fee type
Fees (Fee-Help available)
Fee amount
Indicative (2012): $17,340 per 120 credit points.
How to apply
Apply directly to the University by 4 January 2013 for Semester 1 commencement and 9 July 2013 for Semester 2 commencement. Late applications accepted until the end of January 2013. Visit our postgraduate website to download an application form. For this course, applicants must also submit a supplementary application form (PDF 114KB) .
Professional recognition
Graduates qualify for registration with the appropriate professional association, such as the Australian Association of Gerontology, the Australian College of Health Service Executives, the Australian Health Promotion Association and the Australian Society of Rehabilitation Counsellors.
Full course details
Course structures and subject information for the following cours(es):
Health Sciences (Master)Melbourne
Health Sciences (Master)Bendigo
Health Sciences (Master)Melbourne (City)
2013 Master of Public Health 2 years full-time or 3-5 years part-time Semester 1 (March)

Master of Public Health continued…

Course description
The Master of Public Health is an internationally recognised professional qualification in public health enabling graduates to work all over the world in a variety of health settings. La Trobe University offers its own comprehensive, stand-alone degree, with both research and practice pathways. A distinctive feature is that graduates are trained according to the Foundation Competencies for Public Health Graduates in Australia.

This program is designed for professionals, currently working in health settings who are seeking to expand their career pathways into senior roles in government and non-government organisations, community health services, hospitals and other organisations in the private sector, research bodies and public health and health promotion agencies.

International students may exit with a Postgraduate Diploma. An early exit option is available at the Postgraduate Diploma level.
Prerequisite
Prospective students are required to hold a degree or equivalent in a health sciences discipline plus a minimum of two years relevant career experience. Students without a degree but with significant experience are welcome to apply.
Fee type
Commonwealth Supported Places subject to competitive selection; full fee places are also available
Fee amount
Indicative (2012): $17,340 per 120 credit points.
Commonwealth Supported Places also available.
How to apply
Apply direct to the University. Download, complete and submit a postgraduate coursework application form. Please ensure you also provide all supplementary information required.

A supplementary application form (PDF 138KB) is also required for this course.
Applications close on 31 October 2012 for CSP consideration. Late applications will be considered for full-fee places only.
Full course details
Course structures and subject information for the following cours(es):
Public Health (Master)Melbourne (City)

How to apply?

Methods of application vary from course to course. Please see the course entry above for details of how to apply for the course you are interested in.

Fees and scholarships

Postgraduate coursework programs are either:

  • Fee-paying (where you pay the full cost of the course). FEE-HELP is available.
  • CSP (Commonwealth Supported Place), subsidised by the Commonwealth Government where you pay a contribution towards course costs. HECS-HELP is available.

Students enrolled for certain postgraduate coursework programs may be eligible for student income support.

International students

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Health policy international courses
Offer yearCourse title (CRICOS)Campus(es)DurationSemester startsAnnual Tuition Fee (AUD)
2013 Master of Health Sciences (075420D) Melbourne (City)
Melbourne
Bendigo
2 years Semester 1 (March) $27 080

Master of Health Sciences continued…

Year
2013
Course description
This course provides students with the skills and knowledge to conduct applied research in health or community services settings (thesis stream) and to develop, implement and evaluate health-related programs and services.

It offers opportunities to learn more about a variety of specialities in the health field, to strengthen analytical skills and to consider furthering knowledge through research. The course aims to meet the needs of health professionals who have assumed or are likely to assume high-level responsibility for coordination and management of these programs and services.

Students are able to choose from the following majors: Health Administration, Health Evaluation and Research, Health Information Management, Health Policy.
English Language Requirements
IELTS (Academic): minimum score of 6.5 with no individual band score less than 6.0.

TOEFL Paper-based Test: minimum score of 575 (minimum score of 5 in the Test of Written English).

TOEFL Internet-based Test: minimum score of 80 with minimum overall for SLR 18; W 22.

La Trobe Melbourne (ELICOS): completion of English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B Certificate at postgraduate (EFS5 (70 per cent) PG1) level. For more information please visit the La Trobe Melbourne website.

English as the language of instruction in tertiary studies may be accepted.
Please note: English as the language of instruction in previous study will not be accepted as a basis of admission (English)
for courses where the approved test score requirement is above an IELTS 6.5 with no band score lower than 6.0.

Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE): minimum score of 64 with no communicative skill score less than 59.

Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English (CAE): a grade of B or higher.

Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE): a grade of C or higher.

Or approved international equivalent.
Academic entry requirements
Applicants are normally required to hold a three-year undergraduate degree in health sciences or a related field, and have at least two years of work experience in health or a related sector. Applicants without formal qualifications but who have relevant experience and skills should discuss their eligibility with the Course Coordinator. Applicants for the Health Information Management major must have a degree or approved international equivalent in health information management.
Special requirements
Applicants this course must also complete a Supplementary Application Form available from: the La Trobe International website
Professional recognition
Completion of this course qualifies students for registration with the appropriate professional association depending on their specialisation.
Full course details
Course structures and subject information for the following cours(es):
Health Sciences (Master)Melbourne
Health Sciences (Master)Bendigo
Health Sciences (Master)Melbourne (City)
2013 Master of Public Health (019986G) Melbourne (City)
2 years Semester 1 (March) $25 810

Master of Public Health continued…

Year
2013
Course description
The Master of Public Health is an internationally recognised professional qualification in public health enabling graduates to work all over the world in a variety of health settings. La Trobe University offers its own comprehensive, stand-alone degree, with both research and practice pathways. A distinctive feature is that graduates are trained according to the Foundation Competencies for Public Health Graduates in Australia.

This program is designed for professionals, currently working in health settings who are seeking to expand their career pathways into senior roles in government and non-government organisations, community health services, hospitals and other organisations in the private sector, research bodies and public health and health promotion agencies.

International students may exit with a Postgraduate Diploma. An early exit option is available at the Postgraduate Diploma level.
English Language Requirements
IELTS (Academic): minimum score of 6.5 with no individual band score less than 6.0.

TOEFL Paper-based Test: minimum score of 575 (minimum score of 5 in the Test of Written English).

TOEFL Internet-based Test: minimum score of 80 with minimum overall for SLR 18; W 22.

La Trobe Melbourne (ELICOS): completion of English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B Certificate at postgraduate (EFS5 (70 per cent) PG1) level. For more information please visit the La Trobe Melbourne website.

English as the language of instruction in tertiary studies may be accepted.
Please note: English as the language of instruction in previous study will not be accepted as a basis of admission (English)
for courses where the approved test score requirement is above an IELTS 6.5 with no band score lower than 6.0.

Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE): minimum score of 64 with no communicative skill score less than 59.

Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English (CAE): a grade of B or higher.

Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE): a grade of C or higher.

Or approved international equivalent.
Academic entry requirements
An Australian Bachelor's degree, or approved international equivalent, in a health discipline. Students are expected to have at least two years of work experience in a health related field. A medical internship may count towards this work experience requirement. Applicants without a degree but who have significant experience are welcome to apply.
Special requirements
Applicants for this course must also complete Supplementary Application Form from the website
Additional information
Please note this course is held at the Franklin Street (Melbourne city) campus.

Applications for this course close on 30 November 2012 for Semester 1 (March) commencement.
Full course details
Course structures and subject information for the following cours(es):
Public Health (Master)Melbourne (City)

How to apply?

Enquire now about any course for international students or find out how to apply.

 

Fees and scholarships

Estimated fees for international students are indicated for each course above. Fees are indicative only and set at 120 credit points per course, unless otherwise stated, and may vary depending on the number of credit points in which students enrol. Some courses may vary in credit point load and fees will be adjusted accordingly.

There is also a range of scholarships available for international students to assist students.

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