Study postgraduate public health
Learn how you can improve the health of millions and make a positive impact on a global scale.
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SOLVE GLOBAL HEALTH ISSUES
Shape healthier communities
Learn strategies and techniques to tackle public health challenges, prevent diseases and promote the conditions that optimise population health.
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Impact health on a global scale
Complete over 100 hours of practical experience with a relevant organisation to refine your skills and make industry connections.
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Finish studying in less than two years
Get your previous qualifications and experience recognised and you can graduate with an industry-led postgraduate health degree in less than two years.
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Join our graduates in top jobs
Our graduates go on to work at top international health policy organisations such as the WHO, UNDP and UNICEF.
Top three health professional jobs
Employment is projected to grow in health and welfare services, occupational and environmental health, and Indigenous health over the next 5 years.
A postgraduate degree in public health puts you in a position to take advantage of the largest and fastest-growing employment industry in Australia.
Health and welfare services manager
25.6%
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Occupational and environmental health professionals
15.9%
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Indigenous health workers
17.4%
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Postgraduate public health specialisations
Looking to customise your study? Tailor your degree by choosing from eight specialisations across three themes.
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Management and research
Health economics and management
Applied health research -
Public health
Public health practice
Health promotion
Epidemiology -
Community and global wellbeing
Public health nutrition
Humanitarian assistance
Disability and inclusion
Learn from thought leaders
“ Deakin’s teachers are sought out as experts and have a long-standing commitment to translating our research into positive changes for individual and community health. ”
Catherine Bennett
Chair in Epidemiology
An industry-led degree
“ As a clinician in the public health sector, it was essential that I have a greater understanding of the processes and policies that shape our health care system. ”
KATE GLEDHILL
MASTER OF PUBLIC HEALTH STUDENT
Your course options
Explore our range of postgraduate health courses. Complete a masters in a shorter time frame based on your experience and qualifications.
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Connect and learn in our dynamic community of 60,000 learners ready to secure their place in the future of work with you.
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Graduate ready for work
Join the 78,000 online students who have successfully graduated from Deakin… and counting.
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Access career counselling
Prepare for work while you study, with full online access to Australia’s #1 university careers service2, including career counselling, interview and resume preparation.
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Interactive and supported learning
Study real-world course content via a premium interactive platform with Australia’s highest rated tech support.4
GET EXPERT ADVICE ON YOUR NEXT STEP
Simply fill out the form to receive a postgraduate public health course guide.
What you get in the guide
- Entry criteria
- Course content
- Course structure
- How to apply