Master of Global Public Health

at Griffith University

Modules:
 

• Global Health Systems
• Environment and Population Health 
• Epidemiology: Principles and Practices
• Global Health, Equity and Human Rights 
• Social Determinants of Health 
• Health Program Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation 
• Applied Field Methods in Public Health 

To be eligible for admission to the Master of Global Public Health, applicants must have:
 

• a related Bachelor degree from a recognised University (or another tertiary education institution of equivalent standing) with a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 4.0 (using a 7.0 point scale);
• OR a Graduate Certificate in Public Health* from Griffith University with a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 4.0 (using a 7.0 point scale);
• OR a related Graduate Certificate (or equivalent qualification) from a recognised University (or another tertiary education institution of equivalent standing) with a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 4.0 (using a 7.0 point scale).

The cost of studying at Griffith University varies largely depending on the type of university and the degree chosen. More often than not, humanities, arts, and education courses are less expensive than degrees in medical, engineering, or management. Furthermore, students who choose to study at the postgraduate level typically pay higher tuition fees, which again vary depending on the programme chosen.

Most universities provide scholarships or financial aid to students in order to help them offset their tuition costs. Students should be aware that additional course fees and incidental expenses may not be included in tuition. On average, international students can expect to pay AU $37,000 annually, to study in Griffith University.

There are diverse career opportunities for professionals interested in moving into the public health field, developing health research skills and/or furthering competency development in public health practice areas such as:
 

• International health
• Humanitarian aid
• Health program planning and evaluation
• Health promotion
• Health policy
• Epidemiology and biostatistics
• Environmental health management
• Maternal and child health
• Public health nutrition.