
Master of Public Health
Health and welfare
Key changes in population characteristics, such as an ageing demographic, along with an increased focus on mental health and the rise of lifestyle-related diseases like obesity, are reshaping the public health landscape. These changes, together with an increased focus on preventative healthcare and the global impact of crises like pandemics, have led to a surge in demand for public health professionals who can think critically, act quickly and drive real change across communities. The Master of Public Health – innovative, interdisciplinary and future-focused – will prepare you for a dynamic career dedicated to preventing disease, promoting health and addressing health-related issues in our globalised world. The degree’s strong research focus also provides the opportunity to progress into a Master of Research or a PhD, either in an area of faculty expertise – such as advocacy, economics, infectious diseases, nutrition, physical activity and more – or in a field of your choosing. All this will take place under the guidance of world-renowned leaders at Australia’s only fully integrated health sciences centre, Macquarie University Health.
Official- Duration
- 2 years
- Qualification
- Masters Degree (Coursework)
- AQF 9
- Campus
- Online
- NSW · +1 more campus
- Course code
- CRICOS 090596K
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Course overview
Key changes in population characteristics, such as an ageing demographic, along with an increased focus on mental health and the rise of lifestyle-related diseases like obesity, are reshaping the public health landscape. These changes, together with an increased focus on preventative healthcare and the global impact of crises like pandemics, have led to a surge in demand for public health professionals who can think critically, act quickly and drive real change across communities. The Master of Public Health – innovative, interdisciplinary and future-focused – will prepare you for a dynamic career dedicated to preventing disease, promoting health and addressing health-related issues in our globalised world. The degree’s strong research focus also provides the opportunity to progress into a Master of Research or a PhD, either in an area of faculty expertise – such as advocacy, economics, infectious diseases, nutrition, physical activity and more – or in a field of your choosing. All this will take place under the guidance of world-renowned leaders at Australia’s only fully integrated health sciences centre, Macquarie University Health.
Entry requirements
Requirements are recorded per intake year and per audience. Meeting them does not guarantee an offer.
1. AQF level 7 bachelor's qualification or higher in a related field or recognised equivalent and a WAM of 65. Or AQF level 7 bachelor's qualification or higher in a related field or recognised equivalent and one year full-time or part time equivalent relevant work experience in health, professional certification or other recognised prior learning. Meeting the work experience requirement does not guarantee admission at the 1.5-year entry point, and the selection committee will need to consider the detailed nature of the applicant's work experience to make a decision. 2. AQF level 7 bachelor’s qualification or higher, or recognised equivalent. Or Eight years relevant approved work experience, professional certification or other recognised prior learning and an interview might be conducted by the Faculty. 3. Hold a related merit-based Honours (AQF 8) or Graduate Diploma (AQF 8) or higher in Public Health and a WAM of 65. Or AQF level 7 bachelor’s qualification or higher in a related field or recognised equivalent, a WAM of 65, and 2 years full-time (or part-time equivalent) of relevant work experience in health. This may also include equivalent professional experience acquired as part of a degree of four or more years duration (e.g., MBBS, BMed, MD). Meeting the work experience requirement does not guarantee admission at the 1-year entry point, and the selection committee will need to consider the detailed nature of the applicant's work experience to make a decision. Planning reference: missing 2027 requirements use the latest published requirements from 2026; newer explicit 2027 requirements take precedence.
Academic qualifications
Values are shown exactly as the institution publishes them.
Prior tertiary weighted average mark
WAM 65%
65%
English language
Band minimums apply in addition to the overall score.
- IELTS AcademicOverall 6.5L 6 · R 6 · W 6 · S 6
Additional requirements
Academic entry requirement
1. AQF level 7 bachelor's qualification or higher in a related field or recognised equivalent and a WAM of 65. Or AQF level 7 bachelor's qualification or higher in a related field or recognised equivalent and one year full-time or part time equivalent relevant work experience in health, professional certification or other recognised prior learning. Meeting the work experience requirement does not guarantee admission at the 1.5-year entry point, and the selection committee will need to consider the detailed nature of the applicant's work experience to make a decision. 2. AQF level 7 bachelor’s qualification or higher, or recognised equivalent. Or Eight years relevant approved work experience, professional certification or other recognised prior learning and an interview might be conducted by the Faculty. 3. Hold a related merit-based Honours (AQF 8) or Graduate Diploma (AQF 8) or higher in Public Health and a WAM of 65. Or AQF level 7 bachelor’s qualification or higher in a related field or recognised equivalent, a WAM of 65, and 2 years full-time (or part-time equivalent) of relevant work experience in health. This may also include equivalent professional experience acquired as part of a degree of four or more years duration (e.g., MBBS, BMed, MD). Meeting the work experience requirement does not guarantee admission at the 1-year entry point, and the selection committee will need to consider the detailed nature of the applicant's work experience to make a decision.
Additional entry requirement
Recognised AQF-7-equivalent bachelor degree; course-specific WAM, discipline, qualification or experience; English proficiency.
Intakes and tuition
Tuition is recorded per intake with the institution's own basis. Superseded rows are kept so fee changes stay visible.
| Intake | Campus | Starts | Applications close | Tuition | For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 · Semester 1 | Online | 22 February 2027 | — | $41,200per year | International students |
| 2027 · Semester 1 | North Ryde | 22 February 2027 | — | — | International students |
| 2027 · Semester 2 | North Ryde | 26 July 2027 | — | — | International students |
| 2027 · Semester 2 | Online | 26 July 2027 | — | — | International students |
Where it is taught
Online
PrimaryNSW
North Ryde
NSW
References
Official course page, institution website and the sources behind this profile.
- Master of Public Healthmq.edu.au
- Macquarie Universitymq.edu.au
- CRICOS provider recordOfficial source
- Academic Entry for International Students - Undergraduate (July 2026)Official source
- Macquarie Undergraduate Course Guide 2027Official source
- Academic entry requirements for international studentsOfficial source
- Macquarie official 2027 Coursefinder pagesOfficial source
- Macquarie English language requirementsOfficial source
- QS World University Rankings 2027Official source

