Tackle health challenges
This course will help you get to grips with public health and explore the challenges that lie in public healthcare, and develop an understanding of health policy and public health promotion.
Public health expertise
Grow your practical understanding
Learn to navigate the public health system with confidence.
Accelerated & 100% online
Study that’s flexible
Coursework and assessments designed to fit around your needs.
Support seven days a week
Learning advice and study assistance
Dedicated support services designed for your study discipline.
Advancing health and changing lives
Public health in Australia is a rapidly growing industry requiring skilled graduates to maintain its status as one of the best health-care systems in the world. When you work in the public health field, you contribute to providing quality health care to all Australians.
The graduate-level skills and knowledge gained through the Master of Public Health allow you to build upon your experience in health care or to pivot your career into the sector. You’ll emerge with the analytical skills and communicational acumen needed to tackle the greatest health challenges of today and into the future.
You’ll be taught by Victoria’s leading public health professionals, hospital clinicians and global health experts. Monash Online has strong links to The Alfred Hospital, part of the Alfred Research Alliance precinct in the heart of Melbourne.
What you will learn
- Public health expertise
In our world renowned School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine you’ll learn to navigate the public health system with confidence, and play a key role in ensuring health policy is created to adapt and reform these systems.
- Biostatistics
Draw insights from health-related data and research to inform health care best practice.
- Health systems
Find evidence-based ways to analyse and refine health systems.
Our worldwide Public Health rankings
Monash University holds high renown for academic research with prominent rankings in public health domestically and internationally.
Pathways to a master's degree
You can graduate with a Master of Public Health in approximately 2 years part-time accelerated, after completing 12 units (72 credit points).
You can also exit the course after completing approximately:
- 0.7 years part-time accelerated, 4 units (24 credit points), and you’ll receive a Graduate Certificate of Public Health; or
- 1.4 years part-time accelerated, 8 units (48 credit points total), and you’ll receive a Graduate Diploma of Public Health*
*Exit point only
Public Health
Graduate Certificate
0.7 years part-time accelerated
- Epidemiology: Concepts and applications
- Research methods in healthcare
- Biostatistics: Concepts and applications
- Foundations in public health
Public Health
Graduate Diploma
0.7 years part-time accelerated
- Epidemiology of chronic disease
- Foundations of health promotion
- Epidemiology of infectious diseases
- Occupational health and safety
Public Health
Master
0.7 years part-time accelerated
- Health systems and policy
- Leading and managing in public health and healthcare
- Introduction to environmental and planetary health
- Managing digital health
Structure
This course consists of 12 units, providing a full range of quantitative, analytical and communication skills necessary for a career in public health.
Need further clarification about our online course structure?
You can submit an enquiry directly to our student consultants by using the form listed on our contact us page. You’ll have the opportunity to schedule a call if you’d like to receive further information.
Core units
You must complete the following units:
Health systems and policy
Biostatistics: Concepts and applications
Epidemiology of infectious diseases
Leading and managing in public health and healthcare
Epidemiology: Concepts and applications
Occupational health and safety
Introduction to environmental and planetary health
Foundations in public health
Epidemiology of chronic disease
Foundations of health promotion
Research methods in healthcare
Managing digital health
Entry Requirements
Entry level 1 – 72 points to complete.
Duration: 2 years part time.
An Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline1 with at least a Weighted Average Mark (WAM) of 60 and a minimum of two years of relevant work experience2.
(1) Relevant discipline includes – medical, nursing, allied health, other health related degree e.g. chiropractic, psychology, public health, environmental health, paramedic, imaging (radiology, nuclear medicine), biomedical engineering, dietetics / nutrition, pharmacy, social work, medical science / biomedical science / immunology, health science, laboratory science, science, and health economics; or in a non-related discipline, e.g. education, law, media, IT, journalism, communications, arts.
(2) Relevant work experience includes – work experience relevant to the person’s undergraduate or higher degree, in professional practice, in a related field, or that demonstrates application / work experience gained in a relevant field even if the Bachelor’s degree was not in a related discipline. Relevant work experience includes in the health industry (e.g. government, policy, provider eg hospital, clinic), non government organisation (NGO), academic or research institution, consulting, pharmaceutical company etc.
The Master of Public Health is not currently accepting international applications.
Entry level 2 – 48 points to complete.
Duration: 1.4 years part-time
A Monash University Graduate Certificate of Public Health (M4032)
English requirements
Applicants must meet the English language requirements.
University entrance requirements
Minimum entrance requirements apply for admission to Monash University Australia.
Extra requirements
Applicants must provide a curriculum vitae (CV), relevant work experience documentation or statement from employer to substantiate period of employment.
If you need help understanding the above entry requirements, reach out to our student consultants on our contact us page and schedule a booking for a chat.
Fees
For the Master of Public Health, the estimated cost is $4,287.50 per unit*. You may be eligible to receive a FEE-HELP loan to cover part or all of your tuition. Fees are subject to change annually.
*Please note: these are the estimated domestic fees.
Scholarships
We offer over 360 types of scholarships, valued at up to $280,000. Some scholarships offer one-off payments while others continue for the length of your course. Learn more about Monash Scholarships.
Looking for clarification on fees, FEE-HELP or scholarships?
Enquire with our student consultants and schedule a call to get your questions answered.
Accreditation
This degree is accredited by the Australasian College of Health Service Management (ACHSM) which allows you to work towards the Royal Australasian College of Medical Administrator’s Fellowship.
Career outcomes
The workplace of the future is an exciting and dynamic place. A Master of Public Health degree is designed to equip you with the necessary skills to succeed in a constantly changing global environment.
What does the future look like for Policy Advisors?
With a shifting policy landscape, skilled Policy Advisors are sought-after, well-paid and report high job satisfaction.
Salary
$110,000
Industry Growth
+10.8%
Public health online at Monash
The Master of Public Health has been designed by a team of expert Monash academics and industry leaders, to explore all areas of public health, including epidemiology, biostatistics, global health and clinical research. You’ll also explore the challenges that lie in public health care, and develop an understanding of health policy and public health promotion.
The flexibility of online theoretical learning is complemented by practical experience in each unit alongside The School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine – the forefront of public health research with expertise in large scale clinical data-management, epidemiological studies and biostatistics. This will ensure that you graduate with the knowledge and skills required to face the evolving demands of this sector.
Meet your academic team
Professor Dragan Ilic
Course Coordinator
Professor Dragan Ilic is the Director, Teaching & Learning and Head, Medical Education Research & Quality (MERQ) unit at SPHPM. Dragan is internationally recognised for his expertise in evidence-based practice (EBP) and health professions education. He is a board member of the International Society of Evidence-based Health Care, editorial member of Cochrane Urology and member of the Australian and New Zealand Association of Health Professions Educators.
Professor Karin Leder
Professor Leder is involved in diverse areas of clinical and public health research, with expertise in transdisciplinary collaborations related to environmental exposures, particularly faecal contamination and climate-related exposures. Most of her research focuses on the Asia Pacific region.
As Director of Monash’s Health and Climate Initiative, Professor Leder is involved in projects related to implementation of climate adaptation measures, improving sustainability in healthcare, and providing guidance to clinicians and communities.
Dr Nazmul Karim
Dr Nazmul Karim is a medical doctor and a clinical epidemiologist by training, and the program manager for Monash online courses at the School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine. Dr Karim has also obtained a Master of Clinical Epidemiology and PhD. Dr Karim has worked in various capacities, including both developing and developed countries, as well as the World Health Organization.
Associate Professor Baki Billah
Associate Professor Baki Billah received his PhD in biostatistics from Monash University. He has received multiple teaching awards for his biostatistics units. A/Prof Billah has published more than 200 research articles and reports, and supervised 10 PhD students. His current research areas include COVID-19, cardiovascular disease and type II diabetes.
Dr Helen Kelsall
Dr Kelsall is a public health physician/epidemiologist and Senior Research Fellow in the Monash Centre for Occupational and Environmental Health. Her research interests include longitudinal health studies in military personnel and veterans, healthcare and aged care workers; and systematic reviews of effects of radiofrequency and lead lighting exposure in human populations. Helen is active in public health education and continuing professional development.
Public Health FAQs
Our Public Health academic staff walk you through some frequently asked questions about the field.
Monash goes above and beyond making sure that there is appropriate networking opportunities for students, that is done through discussion boards in each subject, as well as numerous Facebook groups.
Ashleigh Rak
Master of Public Health Graduate
Frequently Asked Questions
What areas of Australia's health care industry are growing after COVID-19?
- The opening of new respiratory clinics
- Expansion of emergency departments
- Increased availability of hospital beds.
What are employment prospects like for Public Health professionals?
What's the difference between Public Health and Health Administration?
Studying online, the Monash way
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Equipped for career success
You’ll graduate as an in-demand employee, ready to take the next step in your career.
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