Public Health

CQUniversity Master of Public Health admission requirements are given below and the applicants must meet one of the following requirements:

• A completed AQF equivalent bachelor’s degree or higher equivalent qualification OR
• Current Registration as a Registered Nurse (Division 1) with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulatory Authority and a letter of employment showing a minimum 3 years employment in a setting that requires the use of nursing skills are also accepted

English Language Proficiency Score

If students were not born in Australia, New Zealand, Canada, UK, Ireland, South Africa or USA, then they are required to meet the below-given ELP requirements:

Applicants are required to provide evidence of completion with the last 5 years of:

• A secondary qualification (Year 11 or 12, or equivalent) OR
• A bachelor’s level qualification study for a period of minimum 2 years full-time with a minimum of overall GPA of 4.0

Completed within Canada, Australia, New Zealand, UK, South Africa, Ireland, USA will meet the English language proficiency.

Studying an MPH (Master of Public Health) course can certainly lead to career changes for a nursing officer, even at the age of 45. While transitioning to a new career path may require some adjustments, an MPH can open doors to various opportunities within the healthcare sector. For instance, one could pursue roles in healthcare management, health policy analysis, epidemiology, public health research, or health education. Additionally, the combination of nursing experience and an MPH can be particularly valuable in roles related to healthcare administration, programme management, or public health leadership. It's essential to network, gain relevant experience, and tailor your job search to your newfound skills and interests.