The University of Melbourne

Master of Philosophy - MDHS (Population and Global Health)

Health and welfare

The Master of Philosophy - (Population and Global Health) (MPhil) is an internationally recognized masters by research degree. It is designed for students to develop advanced skills in carrying out independent and sustained research. Students will produce a thesis which will demonstrate a critical application of specialist knowledge and make an independent contribution to existing scholarship in the area of research. Study is conducted at the Nossal Institute for Global Health (University of Mel

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Duration
2 years
Qualification
Masters Degree (Research)
AQF 9
Campus
Parkville
VIC · +1 more campus
Course code
CRICOS 065918E
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Course overview

The Master of Philosophy - (Population and Global Health) (MPhil) is an internationally recognized masters by research degree. It is designed for students to develop advanced skills in carrying out independent and sustained research. Students will produce a thesis which will demonstrate a critical application of specialist knowledge and make an independent contribution to existing scholarship in the area of research. Study is conducted at the Nossal Institute for Global Health (University of Melbourne). Research projects are available in the areas of: Epidemiology and biostatistics, Health equity, Health policy, Mental health, Global burden of disease, Vaccine and immunization research.

Entry requirements

Requirements are recorded per intake year and per audience. Meeting them does not guarantee an offer.

1. Master of Philosophy - MDHS (Population and Global Health) : Entry requirements - The University of Melbourne Skip to main content 1. Study 2. Find a course 3. Master of Philosophy - MDHS (Population and Global Health) 4. Entry requirements Graduate Research Master of Philosophy - MDHS (Population and Global Health) - #2 in Australia for Public Health (ShanghaiRanking)(link opens in new window) - #17 in the world for Public Health (ShanghaiRanking)(link opens in new window) - Course code: MR-PHILPGH Showing information for Domestic students International students Duration 2 years full time / 4 years part time Mode (Location) On campus (Parkville) Intake Flexible See How to apply Fees Australian Government Research Training Program (RTP) places available Learn more How to apply Enquire Register for updates Master of Philosophy - MDHS (Population and Global Health)How to applyEnquire Entry requirements OverviewEntry requirementsCourse structureCareer outcomesStudent experienceFees & scholarshipsHow to apply Entry requirements Entry requirements for the Master of Philosophy - MDHS (Population and Global Health) 1. In order to be considered for entry, you must have completed: - a four-year bachelor degree in a relevant discipline which includes a substantial research component equivalent to at least 25% of one year of full-time study and have achieved a minimum weighted average of (University of Melbourne) 75% or higher; or - a masters degree in a relevant discipline which includes a substantial research component equivalent to at least 25% of one year of full-time study and achieved a minimum weighted average of (University of Melbourne) 75% or higher. Meeting these requirements does not guarantee selection. 2. In ranking applications, the selection committee will consider: - prior academic performance and, if relevant, professional qualifications; - performance at interview; - understanding of the research question to be explored; - motivation and capacity to complete the course in a timely manner; - relevant prior research and/or professional experience ; and - referee reports. 3. The Selection Committee may seek further information to clarify any aspect of an application in accordance with the Academic Boardrules on the use of selection instruments. English Language Criteria All applicants to the University of Melbourne must satisfy theEnglish language requirements. This may be achieved in a number of ways, including recognised previous study taught and assessed entirely in English or an approved English language test. Please see theGraduate English language requirements page for more information. Course overview Course structure How can we help? Find a course How to apply Support centre Contact us Acknowledgement of Country We acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as the Traditional Owners of the unceded lands on which we work, learn and live. We pay respect to Elders past, present and future, and acknowledge the importance of Indigenous knowledge in the Academy. Read about our Indigenous priorities - About us - Careers at Melbourne - Safety and respect - Newsroom - Contact - Campus locations Contact details Phone13 MELB (13 6352) International+61 3 9035 5511 Address The University of Melbourne Grattan Street, Parkville Victoria 3010 Australia Connect with us - Visit University of Melbourne on Facebook - Visit University of Melbourne on LinkedIn - Visit University of Melbourne on Instagram - Visit University of Melbourne on WeChat - Visit University of Melbourne on TikTok - Emergency - Terms and privacy - Accessibility - Privacy The University of Melbourne (Australian University) PRV12150 CRICOS: 00116K ABN: 84 002 705 224 This site uses and shares cookies and similar technologies to personalise your experience, advertise to you where you have opted in and provide content from third-parties as well as analyse our usage. You consent to our use of such technologies by proceeding. You can change your mind or consent choices at any time. Visit our Privacy Statement for further information. Accept cookies Cookie preferences 2. which includes a substantial research component equivalent to at least 25% of one year of full-time study and have achieved a minimum weighted average of (University of Melbourne) 75% or higher; or - a masters degree in a relevant discipline which includes a substantial research component equivalent to at least 25% of one year of full-time study and achieved a 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

75%

75%

English language

Band minimums apply in addition to the overall score.

  • IELTS AcademicOverall 6.5

Additional requirements

  • Academic entry requirement

    1. Master of Philosophy - MDHS (Population and Global Health) : Entry requirements - The University of Melbourne Skip to main content 1. Study 2. Find a course 3. Master of Philosophy - MDHS (Population and Global Health) 4. Entry requirements Graduate Research Master of Philosophy - MDHS (Population and Global Health) - #2 in Australia for Public Health (ShanghaiRanking)(link opens in new window) - #17 in the world for Public Health (ShanghaiRanking)(link opens in new window) - Course code: MR-PHILPGH Showing information for Domestic students International students Duration 2 years full time / 4 years part time Mode (Location) On campus (Parkville) Intake Flexible See How to apply Fees Australian Government Research Training Program (RTP) places available Learn more How to apply Enquire Register for updates Master of Philosophy - MDHS (Population and Global Health)How to applyEnquire Entry requirements OverviewEntry requirementsCourse structureCareer outcomesStudent experienceFees & scholarshipsHow to apply Entry requirements Entry requirements for the Master of Philosophy - MDHS (Population and Global Health) 1. In order to be considered for entry, you must have completed: - a four-year bachelor degree in a relevant discipline which includes a substantial research component equivalent to at least 25% of one year of full-time study and have achieved a minimum weighted average of (University of Melbourne) 75% or higher; or - a masters degree in a relevant discipline which includes a substantial research component equivalent to at least 25% of one year of full-time study and achieved a minimum weighted average of (University of Melbourne) 75% or higher. Meeting these requirements does not guarantee selection. 2. In ranking applications, the selection committee will consider: - prior academic performance and, if relevant, professional qualifications; - performance at interview; - understanding of the research question to be explored; - motivation and capacity to complete the course in a timely manner; - relevant prior research and/or professional experience ; and - referee reports. 3. The Selection Committee may seek further information to clarify any aspect of an application in accordance with the Academic Boardrules on the use of selection instruments. English Language Criteria All applicants to the University of Melbourne must satisfy theEnglish language requirements. This may be achieved in a number of ways, including recognised previous study taught and assessed entirely in English or an approved English language test. Please see theGraduate English language requirements page for more information. Course overview Course structure How can we help? Find a course How to apply Support centre Contact us Acknowledgement of Country We acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as the Traditional Owners of the unceded lands on which we work, learn and live. We pay respect to Elders past, present and future, and acknowledge the importance of Indigenous knowledge in the Academy. Read about our Indigenous priorities - About us - Careers at Melbourne - Safety and respect - Newsroom - Contact - Campus locations Contact details Phone13 MELB (13 6352) International+61 3 9035 5511 Address The University of Melbourne Grattan Street, Parkville Victoria 3010 Australia Connect with us - Visit University of Melbourne on Facebook - Visit University of Melbourne on LinkedIn - Visit University of Melbourne on Instagram - Visit University of Melbourne on WeChat - Visit University of Melbourne on TikTok - Emergency - Terms and privacy - Accessibility - Privacy The University of Melbourne (Australian University) PRV12150 CRICOS: 00116K ABN: 84 002 705 224 This site uses and shares cookies and similar technologies to personalise your experience, advertise to you where you have opted in and provide content from third-parties as well as analyse our usage. You consent to our use of such technologies by proceeding. You can change your mind or consent choices at any time. Visit our Privacy Statement for further information. Accept cookies Cookie preferences 2. which includes a substantial research component equivalent to at least 25% of one year of full-time study and have achieved a minimum weighted average of (University of Melbourne) 75% or higher; or - a masters degree in a relevant discipline which includes a substantial research component equivalent to at least 25% of one year of full-time study and achieved a

Intakes and tuition

Tuition is recorded per intake with the institution's own basis. Superseded rows are kept so fee changes stay visible.

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2027 · Rolling intake———$64,042per yearInternational students

Where it is taught

  • The University of Melbourne

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    Swanston St, PARKVILLE, VIC

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  • Parkville

    Grattan Street, Parkville, VIC, 3010, Parkville, VIC

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References

Official course page, institution website and the sources behind this profile.

  1. Master of Philosophy - MDHS (Population and Global Health)study.unimelb.edu.au
  2. The University of Melbourneunimelb.edu.au
  3. CRICOS provider recordOfficial source
  4. Information for international students from ChinaOfficial source
  5. English language requirementsOfficial source
  6. Graduate coursework entry requirements for international applicantsOfficial source
  7. Graduate research entry requirements for international applicantsOfficial source
  8. Undergraduate entry requirements for international applicantsOfficial source
  9. Australian Year 12 international entry score guideOfficial source
  10. GCE A Levels entry score guideOfficial source
  11. International Baccalaureate entry score guideOfficial source
  12. Trinity College Foundation Studies entry score guideOfficial source
  13. Official course catalogue and course-specific entry requirementsOfficial source
  14. QS World University Rankings 2027Official source

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