Master of Public Health / Master of Infectious Diseases Intelligence

About the course

This dual master’s degree combines public health training with specialist capability in infectious diseases intelligence. You’ll build skills in epidemiology, surveillance, outbreak investigation and using data to inform prevention and response strategies. The program is designed for health professionals seeking advanced expertise to support health systems and population health decision-making. This is a Master coursework qualification in health sciences. The programme develops advanced clinical reasoning, health leadership, and evidence-based practice for complex care environments.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue roles in public health agencies and health services focused on infectious disease control, surveillance and outbreak response. Career pathways may include epidemiologist, public health officer, surveillance or intelligence analyst, biosecurity or communicable disease coordinator, and roles in government, NGOs and research or policy teams. This is a Master coursework qualification in health sciences. Preparing graduates for clinical leadership, health management, and advanced nursing or allied health specialist roles.

Living Costs in Sydney**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 22	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 2,207 - 2,918	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,599 - 2,115
Transportation (Daily) A$ 9 - 10	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 219 - 290

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

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***Source: PayScale.com (2026)