198702 v.4 Doctor of Public Health

Introduction

This research based higher doctorate provides a broad common conceptual and research foundation with an opportunity to undertake advanced study and research in a defined area of public health. Individuals are prepared to assume leadership positions in the field of professional public health practice, teaching and research.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites

The most common background will be a Bachelor of Science (Honours), or Masters degree (MSc, MPH) usually with several years of experience in Public Health. Based on the premise that a student must have at least seven years of study and work experience inthe field of public health for entry to the Doctor of Public Health a student shall have - A) A Master of Science or master of Public Health degree from the School of Public Health or another equivalent Master's degree, together with at least two years of relevant work experience in public health OR, B) A relevant honours degree (normally Class 1 or 2A), together with at least three years of relevant work experience in public health, OR C) Superior performance in a School of Public Health Postgraduate Diploma, equivalent to a first class honours degree (CWA >70 per cent) as well as three years of relevant work experience in public health, OR D) Other qualifications and background which warrant special consideration by the Head of School of Public Health and the Divisional Graduate Studies Committee. The University's regulations for Doctoral Degrees apply.

Duration and Availability

This research course is three years full-time or up to seven years part-time. This course is available by distance and some units are available on-line. Prior to commencement of their thesis, students should have completed most of the coursework component and have submitted their proposal to gain candidacy.

Course Organisation

This course is studied as a research degree. The content of the degree should be determined in consultation with the Postgraduate Coordinator, School of Public Health. Students without prior studies in research methods and statistical data analysis will be required to undertake relevant preparatory units. This will increase the stated course duration.

Additional Course Expenses

Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other vital study materials. In addition, students may also need to contribute some of the cost of consumables, which varies depending on the area of study.

Special Note

It is a requirement that two-thirds of this course is undertaken by research and only one-third by coursework.

Availability

The information displayed above refers to study periods and locations where the course is available for first time entry. Students are normally only offered or admitted to a course once.

*The course itself may not be available either solely internally or externally but individual units may be offered in either or both of those modes. Prospective students should contact the Course Coordinator for further information.