149904 v.3 Master of Health Promotion
MHlthProm(Curtin)
Course CRICOS Code: 027228B
Registered full-time Duration for International Onshore Students on student visas:
1.5 Years
Introduction
This course has been developed to further knowledge and increase skills in the major principles pertaining to health promotion. Current issues in optimising health and prevention of disease are addressed, research skills are developed, and planning, implementation and evaluation of health promotion programs in various settings are undertaken.
Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites
A relevant bachelor degree plus two years of relevant post-bachelor degree work experience. Work experience is assessed on the basis of the following - level of seniority and responsibility, job description, work-based referee report, publications or other written reports, short courses or conference attendance.
Specific Requirements
Applicants for this course should refer to the Communicable Diseases and Criminal Record Screening and Clearance Section of this publication.
Recognition of Prior Learning
Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis.
Duration and Availability
This fee-paying course is three semesters' full-time or equivalent part-time study and is available both in internal and external modes.
Intermediate Awards 1
A student who has successfully completed the requirements of an approved intermediate award may apply for graduation in that award subject to approval of Head of School/Department. Fees apply. Intermediate award(s) approved for this course are:
Intermediate Awards II
Graduate Certificate in Health Promotion; Postgraduate Diploma in Health Promotion; Postgraduate Diploma in Public Health; Graduate Certificate in Public Health.
Course Organisation
This course has been developed to further knowledge and increase skills in the major principles pertaining to health promotion. Current issues in optimising health and prevention of disease are addressed, research skills are developed, and planning, implementation and evaluation of health promotion programs in various settings are undertaken. The research component of the course is taken under appropriate academic supervision and tailored to meet the needs of the student.
Career Opportunities
Employment can be found at local, state, national and international government agencies, and non-government agencies such as the National Heart Foundation, Cancer Council, Health Department, Main Roads, local government, the Western Australian Divisions of General Practice and the AIDS Council.
Additional Course Expenses
Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other essential study materials.
Course Structure Disclaimer
Curtin University reserves the right to alter the internal composition of any course to ensure learning outcomes retain maximum relevance. Any changes to the internal composition of a course will protect the right of students to complete the course within the normal timeframe and will not result in additional cost to students through a requirement to undertake additional units.
| Course Structure | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 Semester 1 | |||||
| 13152 | v.3 | Health Research Methods 681 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 13157 | v.4 | Health Promotion Planning 681 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 13169 | v.3 | Health Promotion Methods 682 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| SELECT 1 OPTION | 25.0 | ||||
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 1 Semester 2 | |||||
| 13170 | v.4 | Health Promotion, Media and Advocacy 680 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 13171 | v.3 | Evaluation of Health Promotion 687 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 6103 | v.9 | Epidemiology and Biostatistics 682 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| SELECT 1 OPTION | 25.0 | ||||
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 2 Semester 1 | |||||
| 13179 | v.3 # | Research Project 650 | 8.0 | 50.0 | |
| OR | |||||
| 13151 | v.4 # | Research Dissertation 600 | 16.0 | 50.0 | |
| SELECT 2 OPTIONS | 50.0 | ||||
| 100.0 | |||||
| Optional Units to Select from in Year 1 | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
| 11938 | v.3 | International Health 581 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 13162 | v.2 | Public Health Nutrition 681 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 13172 | v.3 | Health Promotion Methods 683 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 13181 | v.3 | Injury Control 694 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 13182 | v.3 | Mental Health Promotion 690 | 2.0 | 25.0 | |
| 13184 | v.3 | Physical Activity and Health 692 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 13230 | v.3 | Foundations of Public Health 681 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 306308 | v.2 | Health Research Methods 781 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 309553 | v.1 | Behaviour Change Communication 685 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 309594 | v.3 | Health Promotion Partnerships, Politics and Power 688 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 311908 | v.1 | Sexology Attitudes and Values 680 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 311910 | v.1 | Sexology Challenges and Opportunities 682 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 313447 | v.1 | Professional Practice of Public Health 683 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 313456 | v.1 | Drugs, Policy and Public Health 500 | 25.0 | ||
| 6238 | v.10 | Health Project 590 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
# In Year 2, Semester 1, students will complete either Research Dissertation 600 and 601 or Research Project 650 and two options.
Availability
| Year | Location | Period | All* | Internal | Partially Online Internal^ | External | Fully Online# |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | Bentley Campus | Semester 1 | Y | ||||
| 2012 | Bentley Campus | Study Period 7 | Y | ||||
| 2012 | Bentley Campus | Semester 2 | Y |
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.
^ Course and associated units are offered in this mode permitting International Onshore student enrolment.
# Course and associated units are offered in this online only mode and DO NOT permit International Onshore student enrolment.
