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About the course
The Master of Public Health (Extended) provides broad training in public health to prepare graduates for work across diverse settings. You’ll build skills to understand population health issues, evaluate evidence, and contribute to policy and program development. The extended format supports deeper study for students seeking a wider public health preparation at masters level in Health Sciences. The programme develops advanced clinical reasoning, health leadership, and evidence-based practice for complex care environments.
Career outcome
Graduates may pursue roles across government, health services, NGOs and research organisations, working to improve population health and reduce health inequities. Typical opportunities include public health officer, health promotion or program coordinator, policy or evaluation roles, and positions supporting epidemiology and health research. Outcomes align with masters-level practice in Health Sciences. Preparing graduates for clinical leadership, health management, and advanced nursing or allied health specialist roles.
Living Costs in Canberra**
Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 23 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,584 - 2,095 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,253 - 1,657 |
Transportation (Daily) A$ 4 - 10 |
Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 264 - 348 |
Average Salary***
