Master of Public Health - Health Policy

Monash University

This stream provides you with a comprehensive and practical understanding of health systems and the development of health policies in Australia and elsewhere, affording insight into the function of government departments of health. The focus will be on understanding and designing improvements to the key elements of healthcare delivery, including access to services, quality of health outcomes and cost-effectiveness. Learn to strategise and lead the improvement of healthcare delivery, and be prepared to address system level issues in healthcare delivery, either within government policy departments or through local health system leadership. This stream will also teach you strong skills in translating evidence into policy and practice.
This specialisation provides you with a comprehensive and practical understanding of health systems and the development of health policies in Australia and elsewhere, affording insight into the function of government departments of health. The focus will be on understanding and designing improvements to the key elements of healthcare delivery, including access to services, quality of health outcomes and cost-effectiveness. Learn to strategise and lead the improvement of healthcare delivery, and be prepared to address system level issues in healthcare delivery, either within government policy departments or through local health system leadership. This stream will also teach you strong skills in translating evidence into policy and practice.
Career opportunities
The Monash Master of Public Health is an optimum foundation for career development and for senior roles in public health and the health system. Graduates may develop and move into careers as diverse as public health or clinical research, government or non-government organisations, public sector management, international health, policy, health promotion, and health care.The Master of Public Health also fulfils the core discipline requirements of a Master of Public Health for the Australasian Faculty of Public Health Medicine, Royal Australasian College of Physicians.

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