Master of Public Health / Master of Health Economics, Management and Policy

University of Newcastle

Master's degree

Study Discipline: Medical & Health Sciences, Social Sciences

Study Programme Details

City: Newcastle

Country: Australia

Admission Sessions: Autumn Session, Spring Session

Study Format: Full Time

Mode of Study: Fully on Site, Hybrid, Online

Programme Type

Master's degree

Duration

24 Months

Scholarship Available

Yes

Language

English

About this Study Course

Elevate your expertise in public health and health economics with our Master’s program. The dual-degree offering, Master of Public Health/Master of Health Economics, Management, and Policy, equips emerging practitioners, healthcare leaders, and policy makers with a comprehensive toolkit. This interdisciplinary program addresses current and future global health challenges, focusing on health leadership, public health, policy, and health system management.

Overview

Tailored to leverage your existing knowledge, this program nurtures new skills essential for effective leadership in the industry. Our students embark on a transformative journey, gaining proficiency in leading research, healthcare data analysis, project planning, program evaluation, and stakeholder engagement. Delivered by internationally recognized academics, this program ensures national and global relevance, enhancing graduates’ capacity to drive positive change at community, research, organizational, and policy levels.

Admission Requirements

Entry into the program is open to applicants with a Bachelor’s degree or higher in a related field, ensuring a diverse cohort committed to advancing healthcare practices.
An IELTS overall minimum score of 6.5 is required for international applicants.

Fundamentals of Epidemiology
Health Economics and Finance
Health Plan Design and Payments: Theory and Practice

AUD 40,130 per year.

Future Career Outcomes

Graduates emerge with a unique skill set, bridging theoretical and applied knowledge at local and global levels. Their versatility enables them to make a lasting impact on community health, research, organizations, and policy development.