Public Health/Health Administration
This course information is for local students only
Year
2012
Award
Master of Public Health/ Master of Health Administration
Length
2.5 years
Campuses
Melbourne (City)
Course description
This course is designed for professionals currently working in health services settings who seek to expand their career pathways into senior management roles in both public and private sectors, and to develop comprehensive skills in public health and management.
Course structure
Students complete nine subjects (135 credit points) from the Master of Health Administration (MHA) program and 12 subjects (180 credit points) from the Master of Public Health (MPH) program. Students are required to complete compulsory subjects and electives to ensure coverage of essential areas. MPH graduates are eligible for Advanced Standing (credit) for appropriate prior learning and experience for up to four subjects (one semester equivalent).
Subject details
Overseas study opportunities
Overseas study opportunities are available.
Please see
www.latrobe.edu.au/international/exchange
for more information
Fee type
Fees (Fee-Help available)
Annual (or Total) Tuition Fee (AUD)
24 790
Scholarships
A variety of scholarships and prizes are available for postgraduate students at La Trobe. Visit the postgraduate scholarships webpage for details http://www.latrobe.edu.au/scholarships/postgraduatesSelection
IELTS (Academic) - minimum overall band score of 6.5 with no individual band score less than 6.0; or
TOEFL Computer-Based Test - A minimum score of 233 with a score of 5 in essay writing; or
TOEFL Paper-based Test - A minimum score of 575 with a score of 5 or more in the test of Written English; or
TOEFL Internet-based Test - A minimum score of 88 with no individual score less than 22; or
Completion of the English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B certificate at PG (postgraduate) level available from La Trobe Melbourne; or
Approved equivalent.
Academic entry requirements
A three-year undergraduate degree and a minimum of two years professional experience in the health system. Applicants are also required to submit a one-page statement of reasons for study and be supported by two referees.
Extra requirements
Applicants for this course must also complete Supplementary Application Form from the website
Semester starts
Semester 1 and 2 (February and July)
Additional information
This course is delivered at the Franklin Street (Melbourne city) campus. Applications for this course close on 31 October 2011 for Semester 1 commencement.
Professional recognition
The Master of Public Health is an internationally-recognised professional qualification in public health settings. The Master of Health Administration is accredited by the Australasian College of Health Service Management (ACHSM) and the Royal Australasian College of Medical Administrators. The double-degree program is recognised accordingly.