Master of Public Health/Health Economics | Newcastle

Master's Degree Public Health Full Time

Master of Public Health/Master of Health Economics, Management and Policy

at University of Newcastle · Newcastle, New South Wales

CRICOS course code

113785M

CRICOS provider code

00109J

This course is registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students. Verify it yourself at cricos.education.gov.au before paying any fee.

Duration

2 years

Tuition (whole course)

A$91,564 total

Per year

A$45,782/yr

Intake

Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul)

About this program

The Master of Public Health/Master of Health Economics, Management and Policy at the University of Newcastle is a distinctive double master's degree designed to equip students with advanced knowledge and practical expertise across public health, economics, leadership, and health policy. Delivered over two years of full-time study, this combined programme integrates the scientific principles of public health with economic and management strategies, preparing graduates to tackle complex health issues in Australia and globally.

The course structure includes a series of core and elective units of study, typically totalling the equivalent of 160 credit points. Students explore topics in epidemiology, biostatistics, health systems, policy analysis, and economic evaluation. A capstone experience, which may take the form of a research project or a professional placement with an Australian health organisation, bridges academic theory and real-world application. The curriculum is designed according to the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF), ensuring depth and scope at the master's level.

Students gain critical skills in program planning, management, policy formulation, economic evaluation, and health data analysis. The interdisciplinary approach supports skill development in leadership, communication, and evidence-based decision-making. The programme appeals to recent graduates and health professionals seeking to progress or specialise in management and policy roles across the health sector.

Studying in Newcastle, students benefit from strong links to Australian public health agencies, government health departments, and the region’s active research environment. International students may be eligible to work up to 48 hours per fortnight during study and can explore post-study work options through the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485). For full programme details, including individual unit offerings, applicants are encouraged to consult the official university page.

Entry requirements

English: International applicants must evidence English proficiency. IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall is the common undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate standard, rising to 7.0–7.5 for teaching, nursing, medicine, law and social work. TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Cambridge C1 Advanced and the university’s own English programmes are accepted as equivalents; the Department of Home Affairs sets a separate English threshold for the Student visa itself.

International students: Registered on CRICOS for international students. A Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) for this course supports a Student visa (subclass 500) application; Overseas Student Health Cover is required for the full duration.

Career outcomes

Public health manager in government or non-profit health agencies
Health policy adviser with state or federal departments
Health economist in public or private sector consultancies
Programme evaluator or implementation scientist
Research and data analyst in universities or think tanks
Healthcare manager in hospitals or health services

Graduates are sought in Australia’s public health, healthcare management, research, consultancy, and policy sectors.

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Master of Public Health/Master of Health Economics, Management and Policy at University of Newcastle?

It typically takes 2 years, with intakes in Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul).

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$91,564 total. Fees change yearly, confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Public health manager in government or non-profit health agenciesHealth policy adviser with state or federal departmentsHealth economist in public or private sector consultanciesProgramme evaluator or implementation scientistResearch and data analyst in universities or think tank...

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