195603 v.6 Master of Health AdministrationMHA(Curtin) IntroductionThis research course requires two years full-time or equivalent part-time study. Applicants undertake a thesis which requires them to conduct an applied research project. Course Entry Requirements/PrerequisitesA Postgraduate Diploma in Health Administration or an equivalent qualification. Evidence of high academic performance and an adequate background in research methodology. If the latter requirement is not met, the student will be required to complete appropriate research methods units. Duration and AvailabilityThis course is by research and normally requires one to two years of full-time or equivalent part-time study. Course OrganisationThis 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 willbe required to undertake relevant preparatory units. This will increase the stated course duration. Additional Course ExpensesStudents 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 NoteIt is a requirement that two-thirds of this course is undertaken by research and only one-third by coursework. Students should not enrol in this research course to receive a related Postgraduate Diploma.
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