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 full-time or 3-5 years part-time
Campuses
Melbourne
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
Application
Apply direct to the University. Late applications accepted until the end of January 2012 (full-fee places only). Visit our postgraduate website to download an application form.
A supplementary application form (PDF 138KB) is also required for this course.
Applications close on 31 October 2011.
Fee type
Both Commonwealth Supported & full fee places available
Annual (or Total) Tuition Fee (AUD)
Indicative (2012): $15,770 per 120 credit points.
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/postgraduatesPrerequisites
Three-year undergraduate degree and at least two years' professional experience in the health system. Applicants are also required to submit a one-page statement of their reasons for applying, with two supporting references. Applicants may be required to participate in an interview.
Semester starts
Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
Career opportunities
The program is designed for professionals currently at work in a health services setting, who are seeking to expand their career pathways into senior public health management roles in both public and private sector organisations.
Professional recognition
The MHA is accredited by the Australian College of Health Service Executives and the Royal Australian College of Medical Administrators. The MPH is an internationally recognised professional qualification in public health settings. The double degree program is recognised accordingly (and in line with recognition of the members of other universities delivering the course).