GraduateNursing & Health Sciences
Master of Public Health
University of Southern Queensland, Toowoomba, QLD, Australia
About this program
Be prepared to address the emerging healthcare challenges of the 21st century with UniSQ’s Master of Public Health, developing skills to make an impact within communities at a local and global level. Gain the expertise to address complex health issues and shape the future of healthcare by studying epidemiology, social and behavioural determinants of health, health systems, environmental and physical determinants of health, as well as health promotion. Develop high-level analytical, research, and communication skills and have the opportunity to apply these skills to real-life scenarios by undertaking public health practice in the community. Benefit from industry placements that provide a rich learning experience, be ideally positioned to grasp employment opportunities with your own emerging networks of colleagues. Tailor your study by choosing the coursework option or the coursework plus research, where you will be able to complete a research project. This option is ideal if you're wanting to pursue further research as you will meet the eligibility requirements for a PhD.
Cost & duration
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Course structure
1 term of coursework
- A postgraduate university degree typically comprises of advanced coursework and research opportunities
- allowing you to deepen your expertise in a specific field while building upon foundational knowledge. Coursework + Research Track (16 Units) Students can choose between the Coursework + Research track
- or the Coursework only track. Core Courses (6 Units) PUH8010 - Integrated Public Health Core A (2 Units) PUH8020 - Integrated Public Health Core B (2 Units) PUH8030 - Public Health in Practice A (Case-based Learning) (1 Unit) HEA6302 - Culture as Determinant of Health (1 Unit) Placement courses (2 Units) PUH8070 - Public Health Industry Placement A (1 Unit) PUH8080 - Public Health Industry Placement B (1 Unit) <div class="d-fl
Career & PR pathway
Occupations this degree typically leads to, and their skilled-migration list status
Registered Nurse (Aged Care)ANZSCO 254412
On both MLTSSL and CSOL, supporting 189/190/491 and the employer-sponsored 482/186. Needs registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia, assessed against ANMAC's standards.
Assessed by Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC)
Registered Nurse (Medical)ANZSCO 254418
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491, via ANMAC assessment and NMBA registration. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC)
Registered Nurse (Mental Health)ANZSCO 254422
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491, via ANMAC assessment and NMBA registration. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC)
Registered Nurse (Community Health)ANZSCO 254414
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491, via ANMAC assessment and NMBA registration. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC)
Nurse PractitionerANZSCO 254411
On both MLTSSL and CSOL, supporting 189/190/491 and the employer-sponsored 482/186. Requires advanced NMBA endorsement on top of standard registration.
Assessed by Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC)
MidwifeANZSCO 254111
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491, via ANMAC assessment and NMBA registration. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC)
PhysiotherapistANZSCO 252511
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491, via an Australian Physiotherapy Council assessment. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Australian Physiotherapy Council
Occupational TherapistANZSCO 252411
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491, via an Occupational Therapy Council assessment. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Occupational Therapy Council of Australia
DietitianANZSCO 251111
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491, via a Dietitians Australia assessment. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Dietitians Australia
List membership changes over time and does not guarantee an invitation. See the skilled occupation lists guide and the points calculator before relying on this for a visa decision.
Admissions
Completed a 3-year or 4-year bachelor degree, or equivalent, in the area of health with a 4.8 GPA or higher; or completed a 3-year or 4-year bachelor degree, or equivalent, in a different discipline with a 4.8 GPA or higher, and completed 1 year of full-time work experience in a healthcare setting; or completed UniSQ's Graduate Certificate of Public Health or Graduate Diploma of Public Health with a 4.8 GPA or higher.
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