Master of Public Health Extension (Online Delivery available)

Course summary

The Master of Public Health Extension provides a comprehensive introduction to public health. The extended degree allows you to tailor your learning to your career aspirations by completing additional specialisations or elective subjects.

You will study four foundational (core) subjects in public health, as well as selecting at least one specialisation from the following:

  • Social Systems
  • Big Data and Decision Science
  • Indigenous Health
  • Public Health Practice
  • Public Health Research
  • Climate and Environment

You may then choose to complete an additional specialisation and/or public health electives from the above study areas.

Additionally, the Master of Public Health Extension has a strong focus on Work Integrated Learning, industry connections, and practical placements (available through the Public Health Practice specialisation), where you may apply theoretical knowledge into practice.

Fee subsidised places available

UOW is offering Commonwealth supported places (CSPs) for all of our postgraduate coursework degrees in 2025. This means the Australian government will subsidise your tuition fees by up to 75%. To be eligible for this fee subsidy, you must meet the following criteria: Be a domestic student, i.e. an Australian or New Zealand citizen, a permanent resident of Australia or a permanent Australian Humanitarian visa holder. LEARN MORE

Course information

Study area

Health & Medicine, Public Health

Campus

UOW Online Wollongong

Course Code

3051

Duration

2 years full-time or part-time equivalent

Delivery

Distance

Cricos

UAC Code

-

Admission, Key dates, and Fees

A range of admission options are available for students of all ages and academic backgrounds. The procedures governing admission are defined in UOW's Admissions Procedures, and the UOW College Admissions Policy.

For any specific advice or questions regarding an application, please contact the Future Students Team.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Admission to the Master of Public Health Extension requires a Bachelor degree from any discipline.

Entry to the Public Health Research specialisation requires a WAM of 75 or greater in your prior studies.

Students wishing to take PGPH940 Public Health Practice will require a WAM of 65 across all completed subjects.

CREDIT FOR PRIOR LEARNING

Applicants with the following qualifications may be admitted to the Master of Public Health Extension with 24 credit points of credit, enabling completion of the course with 1.5 years equivalent full-time study:


  • Honours Bachelor degree in Public Health or a related discipline;

  • A UOW Graduate Certificate in Public Health;

  • A UOW Graduate Certificate in Health Promotion, or

  • Bachelor degree with a minimum of two years' relevant work experience.

Credit for specific subjects will be granted following consultation with the Course Coordinator.

Students enrolled in the Master of Public Health, who have completed at least 24 credit points with at least a Credit average, may apply for transfer to the Master of Public Health Extension with full credit for completed studies.

FEES

CAMPUS

DELIVERY METHOD

SESSION FEE*

COURSE FEE*

UOW Online Wollongong

Distance

$12,624 (2025)

$50,496 (2025)

* Session fees are for one session for the year shown. Total course tuition fees shown are indicative, and are based on normal course length and progression.
These fees are subject to change from year to year. However, if you receive an offer to study at UOW, your fees will be fully confirmed at the time of your offer.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Admission to the Master of Public Health Extension requires a Bachelor degree from any discipline.

Entry to the Public Health Research specialisation requires a WAM of 75 or greater in your prior studies.

Students wishing to take PGPH940 Public Health Practice will require a WAM of 65 across all completed subjects.


ENGLISH REQUIREMENTS

The following level of English is required to gain admission to this program:

English Test

Overall Score

Reading

Writing

Listening

Speaking

IELTS Academic

6.5

6.0

6.0

6.0

6.0

UOW College: English for Tertiary Studies: Credit (weighted average mark of 65 overall and minimum 50 in Academic Reading and Writing)

Other qualifications may also be considered. Full details can be found on our English Language Requirements website.


CREDIT FOR PRIOR LEARNING

Applicants with the following qualifications may be admitted to the Master of Public Health Extension with 24 credit points of credit, enabling completion of the course with 1.5 years equivalent full-time study:


  • Honours Bachelor degree in Public Health or a related discipline;

  • A UOW Graduate Certificate in Public Health;

  • A UOW Graduate Certificate in Health Promotion, or

  • Bachelor degree with a minimum of two years' relevant work experience.

Credit for specific subjects will be granted following consultation with the Course Coordinator.

Students enrolled in the Master of Public Health, who have completed at least 24 credit points with at least a Credit average, may apply for transfer to the Master of Public Health Extension with full credit for completed studies.

FEES

Tuition fees are reviewed annually: fees payable are dependent on the year of commencement and are subject to increase during the period of study.

Additional Fees:


In addition to tuition, there are other fees and costs you will need to consider, including but not limited to:



  • Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)

  • Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF)

For more details on fees and other costs, please visit Fees and Assistance.

CAMPUS

DELIVERY METHOD

SESSION FEE*

COURSE FEE*

UOW Online Wollongong

Distance

$17,880 (2025)

$71,520 (2025)

* Session fees are for one session for the year shown. Total course tuition fees shown are indicative, and are based on normal course length and progression.
These fees are subject to change from year to year. The fees outlined in your Letter of Offer of Admission to the University are correct at the point of offer, but are indicative and subject to change without notice. The indicative total course tuition fee is an estimate, based on normal course length and progression and current course fees.

Admission Profile


INDICATIVE ENROLMENT



STUDENT PROFILE

This table shows the breakdown of the applicant background of the student group at UOW for this course. It provides data on students that commenced undergraduate study and continued study beyond the census date at UOW in 2023.

Applicant background

2023 intake

2023 intake (%)

Higher education study Students who have studied a University course, or completed a bridging or enabling course.

-

-

Vocational education & training study Students who have undertaken vocational education or training since leaving school.

-

-

Work & life experience Students admitted on the basis of previous achievement other than higher education study, vocational education & training, or recent secondary education.

-

-

Recent secondary education

ATAR Only Students admitted only on the basis of ATAR including any applied adjustment factors.

-

-

ATAR plus additional criteria Students who were admitted on the basis of both ATAR and additional criteria (e.g. an audition or individual subject results).

-

-

Other criteria only (non-ATAR) These students were admitted on the basis of other criteria where ATAR was not a factor (e.g. UOW Early Admission).

-

-

International students All other students.

-

-

All students

-

-

< 5: Number of students is less than 5
N/A: Data not available for this item
N/P: Not published (hidden to prevent calculation of other numbers less than 5)


ATAR PROFILE

This table relates to all students selected on the basis of ATAR alone or ATAR in combination with adjustment factors. For more information on adjustment factors commonly available to applicants, see ‘ATAR-based admission’.

ATAR profile of ATAR-based offers in 2023

ATAR The unadjusted, raw ATARs for students offered a place wholly or partly on the basis of ATAR. Selection Rank The ATARs of the same student group, including the impact of adjustment factors.
Highest rank to receive an offer

-

-

Median rank to receive an offer

-

-

Lowest rank to receive an offer

-

-

< 5: Less than 5 ATAR-based offers made
N/A: Data not available for this item
N/P: Not published (less than 5 ATAR-based offers made)

More Information

For more information about UOW admission pathways, see UOW Admission Information.

Key Dates

SESSION

CAMPUS

SESSION DETAILS

2025 Autumn

UOW Online Wollongong

Session: 03 March - 27 June 2025

Applications Close

  • Domestic Applicants (Direct): 31 December 2024*
  • International Applicants: 9 December 2024*

*Applications must be complete with all required documentation.

Late applications may be assessed for future sessions if an outcome for the requested session is not available.

2025 Spring

UOW Online Wollongong

Session: 28 July - 20 November 2025

Applications Close

  • Domestic Applicants (Direct): 31 May 2025*
  • International Applicants: 5 May 2025*

*Applications must be complete with all required documentation.

Late applications may be assessed for future sessions if an outcome for the requested session is not available.

Course Structure

(Current year structure - subject to change)

Course Handbook

Accreditation & professional recognition

UOW is seeking accreditation with the Agency for Public Health Education Accreditation (APHEA).

Why choose this course

UOW is home to public health researchers who are leaders in their field in Australia and internationally. At UOW you will have the opportunity to develop your practical public health skills, experiences, and professional networks so that you are competitive in the workforce. UOW’s Master of Public Health is one of the only degrees of its kind in Australia that includes optional practical placements built into the program.