The Master of Global Health (Extension)/Master of Public Health offers an innovative approach to postgraduate health education, enabling you to specialise in public health in international developing country contexts as well as Australia and other developed countries.
The Master of Global Health (Extension) provides an opportunity for high-achieving students to extend their studies by completing additional courses and a research project in global health. The Master of Public Health is recognised as essential for a career in population health. Studying this combination of degrees will cultivate sophisticated knowledge and skills in public health that you can apply to a broad range of highly complex population health issues in local and global settings. It meets a well-recognised need to strengthen public health capacities within Australia and internationally.
You will be able to contribute immediately to improving public health outcomes in diverse settings, drawing on a global health perspective.
We're a global leader in research and impact Recognised for our excellence, we rank #17 globally for public health research (Shanghai Ranking's Global Ranking of Academic Subjects (GRAS), 2025). Our research addresses both existing and emerging complex health challenges in Australia and across the world. By leveraging cross-disciplinary partnerships, innovation and a health system-level approach, we strive to improve health outcomes for all.
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 .