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About the course
This doctoral research degree develops your ability to generate original knowledge through advanced investigation in public health. You’ll work primarily on an in-depth thesis under supervision, with any coursework kept secondary to research. The program emphasises applying theory and concepts to practical solutions for real-world health problems, supported by access to faculty resources and opportunities to engage with local and international research networks. This is a PhD by research in Health Sciences (Public Health).
What you might learn
You’ll develop expert theoretical understanding and critically reflect on knowledge and practice. You’ll learn to evaluate existing ideas, undertake systematic investigation, and generate original contributions to the field. The course builds advanced skills to critique methodologies and conclusions, communicate complex research to specialist and public audiences, and design, implement and analyse research suitable for external examination against international standards in public health research.
Career outcome
Graduates typically pursue research and leadership careers across universities, health services and government agencies, as well as roles in policy, population health and evaluation. The program supports pathways into academic research and teaching, research fellowships, consultancy, and specialist positions in public health programs and health systems improvement. Outcomes also include roles in industry or NGOs where advanced evidence generation and translation are required. This is a PhD by research in Health Sciences (Public Health).
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