Course

Master of Public Health

Griffith University, Queensland · Gold Coast · Gold Coast · Science, Medicine & Health

Masters Blended

Key facts

Campus
Gold Coast · Southport
City
Gold Coast, Queensland
Qualification
Masters
Delivery
Blended
Next start
2 Nov 2026 · Trimester 3 2026
Annual tuition · 2026
AUD 39,000 (indicative)

Start dates

  • Trimester 3 2026, 2026 Starts 2 November 2026 Gold Coast
  • Trimester 1 2027, 2027 Starts 1 March 2027 Gold Coast
  • Trimester 2 Gold Coast

English language requirements

  • IELTS Academic — 6.5 overall (no band below 6)

    English language requirements apply to International applicants and other applicants whose previous study was undertaken in a language other than English. The minimum English language requirements for such applicants 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 an overall score of 79 in the internet-based (iBT) TOEFL with no sub-score less than 19 (applies to tests taken prior to 21 January 2026) OR an overall score of 4 in the internet-based (iBT) TOEFL with a minimum score of 4 in each of the listening, reading, and writing skills, and a minimum score of 3.5 in speaking skills (applies to tests taken on or after 21 January 2026) 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 Cambridge C1 Advanced or Cambridge C2 Proficiency OR an overall score of 58 in the Pearson Test of English (Academic) with no score less than 50 (applies to tests taken prior to 7 August 2025) OR an overall score of 55 in the Pearson Test of English (Academic) with no score less than 47 (applies to tests taken on or after 7 August 2025) OR an overall score of 70 in the LanguageCert Academic OR an overall score of 59 in the Michigan English Test (MET) English test results must be no more than two years old. International students who successfully complete the Direct Entry Program (DEP) will satisfy the English Language requirements for this Griffith degree. The Direct Entry Program (DEP) is not available for Domestic students. Applicants should refer to the English language requirements section of the following University procedure for exceptions to these overall requirements: Admission Procedure If you do not meet the University's specified English language requirements, you may wish to contact the Griffith English Language Institute to increase your eligibility for entering a Griffith University program. This Institute offers a number of English language and other courses at both its Brisbane and Gold Coast branches. Griffith English Language Institute

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About this course

Public health professionals play a critical role in improving population wellbeing, shaping health policy, and responding to complex global health challenges. Griffith's Master of Public Health equips you with the knowledge, analytical skills and practical capabilities to design, deliver and evaluate public health programs that make a real-world impact. You'll learn how social conditions, environments and systems shape health - and how to apply this understanding to reduce inequities, prevent disease and improve health outcomes across complex and varied community and policy contexts. This program is ideal if you're seeking to advance your career in health policy and planning, build population-level expertise to complement clinical or allied health experience, pursue public health roles locally or internationally, or transition into public health from a health or science background. Highlights of studying the Master of Public Health Gain a strong foundation in population health, epidemiology and health policy Apply analytical and epidemiological skills to plan, implement and evaluate population-based interventions Analyse population health data to support evidence-based public health decision making Explore international and global health contexts, including equity, community engagement and human rights Design and evaluate health promotion and disease prevention programs across diverse settings Communicate public health evidence effectively to inform practice, policy and stakeholders Build practical skills through applied assessment tasks, case studies and project-based learning that reflect current public health practice. Lead change with purpose Griffith is ranked #1 in Australia and #2 globally in the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)*, so as a Master of Public Health graduate you'll be prepared to deliver life-changing outcomes for individuals and communities across Australia and internationally. *Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings 2026

Master of Public Health is a masters course at Griffith University, Queensland in Gold Coast, Queensland. Published intakes include Trimester 3 2026, 2026, Trimester 1 2027, 2027, Trimester 2. Annual tuition is listed at AUD 39,000 for 2026 (indicative). The published English requirement is IELTS Academic 6.5 (no band below 6).

Course details come from the Educircle verified catalogue, sourced from official university publications. Where a figure is not shown, the university has not published it — an Educircle counsellor confirms it with the institution before you apply.

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Administrative details

Course code
5263
CRICOS
002408D

You will need these when you apply. CRICOS is the code under which this course is registered for international students.

Source: Educircle verified course catalogue. Last updated October 2026. Tuition is set by the university and can change.