Western Sydney University

Master of Epidemiology

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

Be the supermind that takes on superbugs with our Master of Epidemiology. Find the solutions to challenging epidemics with our Master of Epidemiology. To lead the charge in combating disease, improve global health and establish effective public health policy, reserve your place at Western now.

Delivery mode

Western Sydney University offers this course through the following delivery modes:

Blended

Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.


Locations
  • Victoria Rd, Rydalmere

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

There are three entry pathways into the program:

Entry Pathway A (80 credit points)

Applicants must have successfully completed:

  • a Bachelors (Honours) degree, or higher in a health, welfare or aged care discipline (including the embedded Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma in Epidemiology); OR
  • a Bachelors degree, or equivalent in a health, welfare or aged care discipline; AND 2 years’ full time equivalent documented relevant professional experience OR 5 years’ full-time work-experience in a related field

Entry Pathway B (120 credit points)

Applicants must have successfully completed

  • a Bachelors degree or equivalent in a health, welfare or aged care discipline; OR
  • a Bachelors degree in any discipline; AND 2 years’ full time equivalent documented relevant professional experience OR 5 years’ full-time work-experience in a related field

Entry Pathway C (160 credit points)

Applicants must have successfully completed

  • a Bachelors degree, or higher, in any discipline; OR
  • An advanced diploma, or equivalent, in a related discipline AND five years full-time equivalent work experience at a managerial or professional level in roles in a health, welfare or aged care discipline

There are three entry pathways into the program:

Entry Pathway A (80 credit points)

Applicants must have successfully completed:

  • a Bachelors (Honours) degree, or higher in a health, welfare or aged care discipline (including the embedded Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma in Epidemiology); OR
  • a Bachelors degree, or equivalent in a health, welfare or aged care discipline; AND 2 years’ full time equivalent documented relevant professional experience OR 5 years’ full-time work-experience in a related field

Entry Pathway B (120 credit points)

Applicants must have successfully completed

  • a Bachelors degree or equivalent in a health, welfare or aged care discipline; OR
  • a Bachelors degree in any discipline; AND 2 years’ full time equivalent documented relevant professional experience OR 5 years’ full-time work-experience in a related field

Entry Pathway C (160 credit points)

Applicants must have successfully completed

  • a Bachelors degree, or higher, in any discipline; OR
  • An advanced diploma, or equivalent, in a related discipline AND five years full-time equivalent work experience at a managerial or professional level in roles in a health, welfare or aged care discipline

English Language Entry Requirements

  • IELTS (ACADEMIC VERSION): 6.5 overall score, Minimum 6.0 in each subtest
  • TOEFL INTERNET-BASED SCORE: Total score 82, Writing 21, Speaking 18, Reading 13, Listening 13
  • PEARSON TEST OF ENGLISH (PTE) ACADEMIC: 58 overall, No communication skills less than 50
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $23,420 - $66,320 Fees are based on full-time study.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
Standard Tuition:
$23,420
Full Fee Tuition:
$66,320
Enquire with Western Sydney University to find out more.
Study mode Blended
Duration 24 Months
Estimated fee* $23,420 - $66,320 Support may be available

Career opportunities

The Master of Epidemiology will prepare you for the following roles.

Biostatistician

A Biostatistician collects and analyses data to find trends affecting public health. You might provide information to health services to assist wit...

Avg yearly income $121,992
Entry barriers Low

Epidemiologist

An Epidemiologist studies the patterns, causes, and effects of diseases and health conditions in populations. You might work in public health depar...

Avg yearly income $76,388
Entry barriers Low

Health Policy Analyst

A Health Policy Analyst researches and evaluates health policies to improve public health outcomes. You might work for government agencies, non-pro...

Avg yearly income $98,800
Entry barriers Low

Public Health Analyst

A Public Health Analyst evaluates data related to health trends and issues to inform public health policies and programmes. You might work in gover...

Avg yearly income $81,120
Entry barriers Low

Research Scientist

A Research Scientist collects and analyses information from scientific tests, trials and experiments. You might work in a particular field of scien...

Avg yearly income $104,000
Entry barriers Low

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