93.2% employed within four months of graduating.
(Graduate Outcomes Survey 2020-2022)
Degree overview
Address global health challenges and population health issues.
This program is a unique blend of public health and healthcare management. Designed for public health practitioners, healthcare leaders, project planners, managers, and policy makers.
You will leverage your prior learning and develop new skills that will equip you to:
- Be an effective leader in the industry
- Lead and conduct research and healthcare data analysis
- Plan and lead projects
- Evaluate programs and policies
- Engage with stakeholders and work on real world issues.
Our program covers diverse aspects of public health and healthcare management, providing a well-rounded understanding of the field. You will learn from public health practitioners, health promotion professionals, epidemiologists, biostatisticians, and researchers.
We focus on practical and real-life learning experiences that will support your career. You will graduate empowered to make a significant impact at community, research, organisation, and policy levels.
World top 200
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for Public Health
World top 175
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for business and economics
Career opportunities
Graduates are prepared for a wide range of roles within the national and international health sector. You will have the potential for career advancement into mid-high level positions.
Potential career paths include:
- Program planning and management
- Local councils and health districts
- Government departments
- Education
- Health insurers
- Regulatory agencies.
Graduates will also be skilled in research and professional practice in:
- Population health practice
- Health promotion and management
- Research methodology
- Medical statistics.
$1,938 median weekly income before tax.
(Labourmarketinsights.gov.au)
The Master of Health Economics, Management and Policy is accredited by CIFAL.
What you will study
This program combines Public Health, Health Economics, Management, and Policy courses. It equips you with a broad understanding of public health practice including:
- Disease prevention
- Health promotion
- Health systems.
You’ll study topics including, but not limited to:
- Health economics and policy
- Aboriginal health issues
- Healthcare organizations
- International and national health law
- Health information technology
- Healthcare data analytics
- Stakeholder communication in the healthcare sector.
Student experience
Student experience
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How to apply
How to apply
Apply as a domestic student
Before you get started
To ensure a smooth application process, please complete the following steps before applying:
- Review the Program Handbook.
- Review the Admission Requirements.
- Review the Program fees and costs.
- Decide on your preferred commencement date.
Note: Applicants must demonstrate that they meet the University of Newcastle’s English Language Proficiency requirements.
You are a domestic student if you are:
- An Australian or New Zealand citizen (including dual citizens)
- A permanent resident of Australia
- A holder of a permanent Australian visa.
Apply as an international student
Before you get started
To ensure a smooth application process, please complete the following steps before applying:
- Review the Program Handbook.
- Review the Admission Requirements.
- Review the Program fees and costs.
- Decide on your preferred commencement date.
Note: Applicants must demonstrate that they meet the University of Newcastle’s English Language Proficiency requirements.
English proficiency requirements
Applicants who do not speak English as a first language must demonstrate that they meet the University's English proficiency requirement. Further information regarding English language proficiency requirements can be found at the English Language Proficiency for Admission Policy.
- IELTS overall minimum - 6.5
- IELTS section minimum - 6.0
- About English Language Pathways
Apply to the University via our online application portal.
In the application portal, you can enter the program you wish to study and upload relevant documents needed as part of your application. It is recommended you submit your application a minimum of 12 weeks before your intended semester of trimester start date.
If you are applying through an education agent, they can also apply through the application portal. Ensure your agent is contracted to the University to avoid delays with your application.
Once you have started your application you will be provided with a reference number. You or your education agent will be able to track your application as it progresses.
Scholarships
Scholarships
If you are a current student, or planning to study with us, we encourage you to apply for all scholarships you meet the criteria for.
Scholarships are available for current, future and international students, Asylum seekers, Graduate research, abroad and exchange study and opportunities with external providers.
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The Master of Health Economics, Management and Policy is accredited by CIFAL.
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