What is a Master of Public Health?
The Master of Public Health builds upon existing knowledge to better equip health professionals to meet relevant challenges. You will learn strategies and techniques to prevent disease and promote health on a national and global scale. This course develops you into a leader who can drive innovation behind public health and solve complex issues on an international scale.
Available as a double degree with a Master of Business Administration or a Master of Global Project Management.
Learning outcomes
- Design and apply intervention strategies to detect, prevent and control diseases.
- Identify environmental risk factors that affect the health and safety of a given community.
- Demonstrate a commitment to the ethical practice of public health, and the principles of access and equity.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of health policy and management to promote and optimise health and welfare.

CAPHIA member
Torrens Public Health courses are informed by the Council of Academic Public Health Australasia Competencies.

PHAA registration
As a student, you are eligible to register with the Public Health Association of Australia.
AQF Level 9 course delivered by Torrens University Australia Ltd.
*For more details on international student study options.

Career opportunities
Public Health professionals work in a range of roles in government, private, not-for-profit organisations and the university sector. The potential career paths are diverse and can be found in a range of employment settings.
Potential career paths
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Health Promotion Officer
Average salary: $80,769 - $99,500 -
Health Services Worker
Average salary: $65,000 - $109,000 -
Community Development Officer
Average salary: $77,584 - $96,137 -
Research and Development Officer
Average salary: $82,000 - $111,000

Subjects and units
Each subject involves 10 hours of study per week, comprising 3 hours of facilitated study and 7 hours self-directed study.
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Year 1
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Year 2
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Specialisations
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Electives
Requirements
Core subjects
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Social, Behavioural and Cultural Factors in Public Health | PUBH6000
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Global and Environmental Health Issues | PUBH6002
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Health Systems and Economics | PUBH6003
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Epidemiology | PUBH6005
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Health Promotion and Community Health | PUBH6206
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Biostatistics |STAT6200
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Health Policy and Advocacy | PUBH6001
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Core subjects
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Program Design, Implementation and Evaluation | PUBH6007
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Specialisation subjects
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Digital Health and Informatics | DHI401
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Design Thinking | DTH501
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Elective subjects
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Self Care & Developing Resilience | SDR404
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Advanced Therapeutic Communication | ATC401
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Life Stages and Development | LSD403
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Mental Health | MEH505
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Qualitative Research Methods for Public Health | PUBH6013
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Research and Innovation Major Project A |RIP603
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Research and Innovation Major Project B | RIP604
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Positive Aging | POA612
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Grief and Loss | GAL613
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Social and Emotional Well-being in Australian Indigenous Populations | SEW615
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Empowerment and Advocacy | EPA618
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Consumer Rights and Advocacy | CRA616
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Management Perspectives | MGMT6012
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Dynamic Leadership | MGT601
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Management, People and Teams | MGT600
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Business Decision Analytics | MGT602
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Principles of Project Management | PROJ6000
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Project Planning and Budgeting | PROJ6002
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Project Execution and Control | PROJ6003
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Agile Project Management | MIS608
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Critical Reading and Research Proposal | MGT621
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Contracts and Procurement | PROJ6004
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Organisational Behaviour and People Management | PROJ6006
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Economic Principles and Decision Making | ECON6000
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Marketing | MKTG6002
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Financial Management | FIN600
International students must not enrol in more than one-third (33%) of online subjects over their course, and must study at least one face-to-face subject each study period. For more information, visit Study in Australia.
International students on a student visa are required to study full time (i.e. must complete a minimum of 1.0 EFTSL of study per year). For the latest information on study locations, please check the entry requirements flyer.
Entry details
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Domestic
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International
Fees
Check the domestic course fee schedule for the cost of your course.
FEE-HELP
Eligible Australian students may choose to defer some, or all, of their tuition fees through FEE-HELP, a loan scheme repaid through the tax system based on income.
Scholarships
If you are truly passionate about health, we want to hear from you. We have a variety of health scholarships on offer to assist you in becoming a key part of the health industry:Admission criteria
Before you begin your application to study as a domestic student, check that you meet the requirements listed below.
Guaranteed pathway and Recognition of Prior Learning
If you have already completed a qualification or gained skills through life or work experience, you may be able to credit this against your degree with us. Check information about Recognition of Prior Learning and Course Credit transfer. We also offer pathway opportunities to further your learning.Fees
Check the international course fee schedule for the cost of your course. Onshore international students requiring a student visa should choose campus-based / blended options.
Fee payment
Course fees can be paid across three study periods. Each instalment to be paid before the beginning of the academic stage census date.
Scholarships
We want you to have the best possible chance to succeed, which is why we offer a range of financial scholarships to support our international students during their study journey.Admission criteria
Before you begin your application to study as an international student, check that you meet the requirements listed below.
Guaranteed pathway and Recognition of Prior Learning
If you have already completed a qualification or gained skills through life or work experience, you may be able to credit this against your degree with us. Check information about Recognition of Prior Learning and Course Credit transfer. We also offer pathway opportunities to further your learning.How to apply

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Frequently asked questions
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What are Torrens University Australia’s ATAR requirements for domestic students?
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Am I eligible for FEE-HELP?
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Can I get course credit for previous experience?
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What are Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and Credit Transfer (CT)? How do I apply?
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