Master of Public Health (MPH)

at University of Otago

Modules
 

• Population Health  
• Foundations of Epidemiology  
• Health Promotion    
• Health Policy and Politics: Global and Local    
• Hauora Māori: Challenges and Opportunities  
• Epidemiology of Global Health Conditions

• Admission to the programme shall be subject to the approval of the Pro-Vice Chancellor (Health Sciences).
• be a graduate or possess an appropriate professional qualification requiring at least three years of full-time tertiary study; and
• have completed the Postgraduate Diploma in Public Health or equivalent with grades averaging B or better; and
• have passed approved research methods papers worth 30 points; they must include a 15-point research methods paper, passed with a grade of B+ or better, relevant to the candidate's intended research design; and
• provide evidence of ability for an advanced level of academic study.
• have been admitted to the degrees of Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery of a university in New Zealand or hold an equivalent medical qualification approved by the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Health Sciences); and
• be registered for medical practice in New Zealand; and
• have completed four approved papers, each with a grade of B+ or better.

The cost of studying at University of Otago 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 NZ$47,556 annually, to study in University of Otago.

Graduates majoring in Public Health will have the knowledge and skills to work in a range of areas in the wider health sector, including government and non-government organisations in areas such as hauora Māori, health policy, and health promotion.