Master of Public Health - Master of Global Development
at James Cook University - Australia, Townsville City

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Master of Public Health - Master of Global Development
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Overview

One of the most famous programs at James Cook University - Australia is Master of Public Health - Master of Global Development at PG course with the duration of 2 years. Indian students applying for Master of Public Health - Master of Global Development program must submit all the required documents as per university guidelines. Indian students must submit proof of English proficiency exams such as IELTS and TOEFL. Indian students must apply as soon as possible, as the seats are limited. James Cook University - Australia tuition fee for first-year is AUD 41,240 (INR 2,821,641).

Duration	2 years
Tuition & Fees	₹20.47 Lakh Get Fees details
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Course Level	PG Degree

Master of Public Health - Master of Global Development

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Master of Public Health - Master of Global Development
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Fees

To get admission in Master of Public Health - Master of Global Development at James Cook University - Australia students need to cover tuition fees and living costs. The fee structure varies based on whether the student is domestic or international. For international students the tuition fee for the first year is AUD 41,240 (INR 2,821,641). In addition to these students should budget for

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These costs can differ based on lifestyle and personal choices. Students can plan their stay accordingly. Since the cost of living varies from student to student it’s important to plan accordingly. For a breakdown of the James Cook University - Australia Master of Public Health - Master of Global Development fees refer to the table mentioned below.

1st year tuition fees

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Tuition & fees	INR 20,46,881

Calculated at the exchange rate of 1 AUD = INR 64.12535 | Tuition & expenses were last updated on 14ᵗʰ September 2026

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Master of Public Health - Master of Global Development
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Entry Requirements

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Applicants bachelor degree in a relevant discipline, from this or another university; or Submission, as an exceptional case, of other evidence of professional and academic attainments, including employment for a minimum of five years in health related activities.

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Marks - 6.5/9
All applicants, must pass IELSTS test with score of 6.5 overalland no sub section below 6.5

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Master of Public Health - Master of Global Development
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Rankings

University Ranking

Rank	Rank Publisher
#326	University THE (Times Higher Education), 2027
#438	World University QS, 2027
#301	Universities ARWU (Shanghai Ranking), 2026

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James Cook University - Australia
Students Ratings & Reviews

3.9/5

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Student Views (Based on Reviews)

0% students never faced discrimination in this university

Vibe of Campus

Easy going

Friendly

Academically oriented

Internships3

Part time work4

Post study jobs5

Quality of faculty4

Student Life4

Value for money4

Public transportation4

Safety3

Indian Food4

Permanent Immigration4

Anonymous

Master of Marine Biology - Batch of 2024

3.4

Great university for international students.

Tips: JCU the multicultural college and is pretty easy-going. Talking to people from many nationalities has been a lovely experience. Studying a degree in marine sciences at JCU gives a lot more advantages as you are right on the GBR. Everyone at JCU is very friendly and that encourages students to ask questions. Most professors are lovely too. I'm quite satisfied with my university with the marine biology master's. Australia is a wonderful country to be in, especially if you love nature - here people love their 5-9s as much as they love their 9-5s.

Likes (Student Life): JCU has a very large student community and is very engaging. There are many events and clubs at uni that students enroll into and are very casual and outgoing. Events are quite regular on campus grounds and are very encouraging for people to meet. I must say the orientation program is at 10 on 10 with making people feel comfortable chatting.

Dislikes (Public transportation): The buses in Townsville are never on time and sometimes don't even arrive. It is quite recommended to have a car or life becomes very difficult. Not all areas of Townsville are connected by bus routes. Cabs are available but are very expensive and sometimes you don't get them. Travelling at night should not be done by bus as it can be pretty weird.

Total Monthly ExpenseAUD 3000

Prepping time for classes25 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryAUD

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026Read more

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Master of Global Development - Batch of 2025

3.9

A Supportive University Experience in Tropical Australia

Tips: If you're looking at JCU Cairns, the biggest thing to wrap your head around is the location. It's an incredibly supportive campus with a massive focus on hands-on research, but you’re literally living right on the doorstep of the Great Barrier Reef and the Daintree Rainforest. Moving here was a pretty smooth transition for me, though I’m not going to lie—adapting to the intense tropical heat and the way Aussie unis expect you to study completely independently took some serious getting used to. There’s definitely a bit of a culture shock when it comes to speaking up in class and adjusting to the laid-back lifestyle, but the university support teams and the huge mix of international students made it way easier to find my feet. I was lucky enough to score a scholarship based on my grades, which took a massive chunk out of my tuition fees. Looking back, I’m so glad I came here. Between the solid education, the welcoming vibes, and the chance to actually grow as a person, I’d absolutely tell anyone thinking about applying to just go for it.

Likes (Post study jobs): I gave post-study jobs a top 5/5 rating simply because the payoff was massive for me—I managed to land a really solid role with the Northern Territory Government right after finishing up my degree. The job market across Australia has plenty of openings, and a lot of employers are genuinely open to sponsoring you if your skills match what they're crying out for. Obviously, the number of companies willing to sort out visas shifts from year to year, but if you're in fields like engineering, IT, healthcare, education, or government sectors, you’ve got a massive head start. You see people jumping into everything from graduate officer and analyst roles to project coordination and engineering gigs. Plus, the money is seriously decent—you’re looking at anywhere from 60k to well over 100k Aussie dollars a year depending on where you land and your experience. Honestly, my own track record has been awesome; walking straight into a well-paying government job with a clear path to move up the ladder made the whole uni grind totally worth it

Dislikes (Internships): I gave internships a middle-of-the-road 3 out of 5 mostly because they weren't a mandatory part of my specific degree, so I didn't actually end up doing one myself. To be fair, JCU does have a career services team and some decent industry links to point you in the right direction if you're looking. But going off what a bunch of my mates who actually did placements said, the whole experience was completely hit-or-miss. A few of them felt like they were just pulling a shift without actually learning anything useful or getting any real, hands-on experience that mapped back to our classes. So while the openings are out there, it honestly feels like a total lottery depending on the company you end up with and the actual role they stick you in.

Total Monthly ExpenseAUD 675

Prepping time for classes18 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryAUD 95375

Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026Read more

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Master of Public Health - Master of Global Development
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JCU
Highlights

This joint degree is highly attuned to the development challenges of the next decade — which will be significantly shaped by the legacies of COVID-19.

Master of Public Health - Master of Global Development
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Important Dates

Sep , 2027

Course Commencement Date (Spring 2027)

Master of Public Health - Master of Global Development
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