Bachelor of Public Health and Health Promotion (Honours)

About the course

This honours year builds on prior public health study or relevant experience through an in-depth research project in an area you choose. You’ll work closely with a supervisor, strengthen research design and ethics knowledge, and develop practical skills such as communication, data management and reporting. The course provides advanced preparation for roles in health promotion, policy and planning, and is also a pathway into masters or doctoral research in public health.

Career outcome

Graduates may pursue roles across government, community and private health organisations where research and evidence-based practice are valued. Typical directions include health promotion and education, public health project or program work, policy and planning support, and research assistant or officer roles. The honours research experience can also support progression into postgraduate research training, leading to research-focused careers in the public health and health promotion sector.

Living Costs in Melbourne**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 15 - 20	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,583 - 2,094	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,207 - 1,596
Transportation (Daily) A$ 7 - 9	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 240 - 318

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

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***Source: PayScale.com (2026)