Griffith University

Master of Global Public Health

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

This program helps you to develop and further your career in public health practice, research and/or management. It allows you to re-orient your work interests in health to disease prevention and health promotion and is widely recognised both nationally and internationally as the public health credential for careers in public health.

The program focuses on the socio-ecological model of public health that emphasises and analyses the important interactions between the social, biological, economic and environmental determinants of health. They enable you to apply this analytical skill set to plan, implement and evaluate population based interventions that protect and promote health.

The program has a strong focus on global health and provides you with the opportunity to focus your public health studies by selecting from a range of electives in areas such as public health nutrition, health promotion, climate change, international health, environmental health, and health services management.

Delivery mode

Griffith University offers this course through the following delivery modes:

Blended

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


Locations
  • Parklands Dr, Southport

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

To be eligible for admission to the Master of Global Public Health, applicants must have:

  • a related Bachelor degree from a recognised University (or another tertiary education institution of equivalent standing) with a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 4.0 (using a 7.0 point scale);
  • OR a Graduate Certificate in Public Health* from Griffith University with a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 4.0 (using a 7.0 point scale);
  • OR a related Graduate Certificate (or equivalent qualification) from a recognised University (or another tertiary education institution of equivalent standing) with a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 4.0 (using a 7.0 point scale).

To be eligible for admission to the Master of Global Public Health, applicants must have:

  • a related Bachelor degree from a recognised University (or another tertiary education institution of equivalent standing) with a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 4.0 (using a 7.0 point scale);
  • OR a Graduate Certificate in Public Health* from Griffith University with a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 4.0 (using a 7.0 point scale);
  • OR a related Graduate Certificate (or equivalent qualification) from a recognised University (or another tertiary education institution of equivalent standing) with a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 4.0 (using a 7.0 point scale).

The minimum English language requirements for entry to this program are as follows:

  • A minimum overall band score of 6.5 on IELTS (Academic) with no sub-score of less than 6.0
  • OR a minimum score of 575 on TOEFL
  • OR an internet-based (iBT) TOEFL score of 79 (no sub-score less than 19)
  • OR no score less than 3+ in each skill of the ISLPR (conducted by ISLPR Language Services only)
  • OR a minimum overall score of 176 (no score less than 169) on C1 Advanced (formerly Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English) or C2 Proficiency (formerly Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English)
  • OR an overall score of 58 in the Pearson Test of English (Academic) with no score less than 50.
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $45,000 - $74,000 Fees are based on full-time study.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
Standard Tuition:
$45,000
Full Fee Tuition:
$74,000
Enquire with Griffith University to find out more.
Study mode Blended
Duration 24 Months
Estimated fee* $45,000 - $74,000 Support may be available

Career opportunities

The Master of Global Public Health will prepare you for the following roles.

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 Consultant

A Public Health Consultant advises on strategies and programmes to improve community health and prevent disease. You might work for government agen...

Avg yearly income $72,800
Entry barriers Low

Global Health Advisor

A Global Health Advisor develops and implements strategies to improve health outcomes on an international scale. You might work with governmental a...

Avg yearly income $91,260
Entry barriers Low

Public Health Officer

Public Health Officers raise community awareness of current health issues and seek to improve the overall health and wellbeing of the general publi...

Avg yearly income $130,000
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

About Griffith University

Since 1975, our teaching and research have been focused on addressing the most important social and environmental issues of our time. Today, that mission is as relevant as ever.

Social and environmental responsibility drive everything we do, from pioneering teaching in modern Asian studies and environmental science to our long-time support for First Peoples, social justice and sustainable practices.

Consistently ranking in the top 2 per cent of universities globally, our degrees are designed with industry in mind, the future in our sights, and social impact at heart.

With more than 55,000 students, our community spans five campuses across South East Queensland plus our Digital campus, complemented by a global alumni network of over 200,000 graduates.

We know the world can, and should, be a better place—for everyone. And in helping thousands of different people create a brighter future for themselves, we're doing our part to create a brighter future for all.