Working in the international development context is becoming increasingly complex. The Master of Health and International Development acknowledges this. In particular, it addresses the need for a more thorough understanding of international development by those working in the health sector, and the need for a more informed understanding of the role of health in development for international development managers and practitioners.
The course is designed for people working in government, non-government organisations or private consulting organisations either in Australia or overseas. The content has been developed to meet the needs of both external advisers and local health and/or development personnel.
Specifically, the course aims to provide you with:
Master of Health and International Development graduates will be better equipped to plan health and development interventions, undertake gender assessments and evaluate project outcomes.
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Master of Health and International Development
Duration: 2 years
Delivery mode:
On campus
Online
Availability:
Full-time
Part-time
Start dates:
March
July
SATAC code: 2CM044
Annual indicative fees (2020):
$26,100 (Full fee paying)
Master of Health and International Development
Duration: 2 years
Delivery mode:
On campus
External
Start dates:
March
July
CRICOS code: 051002J
Annual fees:
2020: $36,000
2021: $37,500
Health and international development is a fast-growing area with long-term trends shaping the sector including an ageing population and advancements in healthcare.
Formal training in international development is becoming increasingly important for people wishing to obtain employment in development settings.
The course enables you to better plan, develop, manage and evaluate health initiatives and programs. It gives you an understanding of international development issues, and of public health and comprehensive primary health care as it applies in the developing world. You will gain critical insights into the contexts that shape health and development issues, research, policy and practice. Topics cover areas such as development problems, policies and programs; gender mainstreaming; social determinants of health and wellbeing; primary health care practice in developing countries; public health care practice development; gender analysis; and action on social determinants of health.
Applicants must normally hold an approved bachelor degree or equivalent qualification. Applicants who hold the Graduate Certificate in Primary Health Care in Developing Countries, the Graduate Certificate in International Development, the Graduate Diploma in International Development, the Graduate Diploma in Primary Health Care, the Graduate Diploma in Public Health or an approved equivalent are also eligible.
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