Prepare for a rewarding career managing and improving health services and systems with the Master of Health Leadership and Management / Master of Public Health at UNSW. This master’s program combines two sought-after double degrees, equipping you with the skills and confidence to carry out diverse leadership and management roles in healthcare.
Solve multi-faceted challenges and focus on real-world outcomes through core courses related to strategic planning, policy development, change management, quality enhancement and decision-making, coupled with core public health courses in epidemiology, biostatistics, health promotion, health policy and planning and management. There’s also the option to apply for a research extension to further your knowledge and prepare for future studies, including a PhD.
Master of Health Leadership and Management / Master of Public Health graduates go on to pursue a range of roles across healthcare. From government ministries and Departments of Health to NGOs, hospital settings and primary care and community healthcare services, you’ll have the skills, knowledge and confidence to make an impact and contribute to better health outcomes across Australia.
Accredited program The Master of Health Leadership and Management / Master of Public Health is accredited by the Australasian College of Health Service Management , opens in a new window (ACHSM). It also provides the core competencies provisionally recognised for individuals wishing to apply for Royal Australasian College of Medical Administrators , opens in a new window (RACMA) Fellowship.
Flexible study pathways Tailor your degree to suit your interests and career goals by choosing either a broad program of study or a focused public health specialisation. We offer specialisations in one of four areas where we have extensive expertise: Aboriginal Health & Wellbeing , Epidemiology , Health Economic Evaluation or Public Security .
Research extension options Extend your knowledge and skills in health services or public health research by adding a research extension to one of your degrees. You’ll complete additional research methodology courses and/or an advanced research project on a related topic. Follow an area of interest to prepare for specialist roles or design your program to be eligible to apply to pursue a PhD with the School of Population Health.
There are two pathways for entry and a third exceptional pathway. These include:
Applications for domestic students (Australian citizens, Australian permanent residents, Australian permanent humanitarian visa holders and New Zealand citizens) are processed through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) Postgraduate , opens in a new window .
Application closing dates vary by program and intake. For information about application deadlines and how to apply, please visit the UAC Postgraduate website , opens in a new window .