International Public Health
Degree resolutions
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Master of International Public Health
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Course resolutions
1 Course codes
| Code | Course title |
|---|---|
| MAINPUHE-02 | Master of International Public Health |
2 Attendance pattern
3 Master's type
0.
The master's degree in these resolutions is a professional master's course, as defined by the Coursework Rule.
4 Admission to candidature
(1)
Available places will be offered to qualified applicants according to the following admissions criteria. In exceptional circumstances the Dean may admit applicants without these qualifications who, in the opinion of the School, have qualifications, evidence of experience and achievement sufficient to successfully undertake the award.
(a)
A bachelor’s degree with honours, or a graduate certificate or a graduate diploma from the University of Sydney or an equivalent qualification;
(b)
A bachelor’s degree in the field of medicine, nursing, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, optometry, pharmacy, dentistry, veterinary science, psychology, biological science, medical science, international relations, international development, education, social science, political science, communication and journalism, civil engineering, law, economics or mathematics from the University of Sydney or an equivalent qualification;
(c)
A bachelor’s degree in an unrelated field, plus two years professional work experience in health or international development.
5 Requirements for award
(1)
The units of study that may be taken for the courses are set out in the Tables of Units of Study: International Public Health.
(2)
To qualify for the award of the Master of International Public Health, a candidate must successfully complete 48 credit points, comprising:
(b)
18 credit points of elective units of study, with a minimum of 6 credit points from Part 1 of the International Public Health table of units of study.