Master of Health Leadership & Infectious Disease | UNSW

Master's Degree Health Administration Full Time

Master of Health Leadership and Management/Master of Infectious Disease Intelligence (Extension)

at University of New South Wales · Sydney, New South Wales

CRICOS course code

0100680

CRICOS provider code

00098G

This course is registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students. Verify it yourself at cricos.education.gov.au before paying any fee.

Duration

2.5 years

Tuition (whole course)

A$119,000 total

Per year

A$50,721/yr

Intake

Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul)

About this program

The Master of Health Leadership and Management/Master of Infectious Disease Intelligence (Extension) at the University of New South Wales is uniquely designed for professionals aspiring to advance their careers in health administration, management, and infectious disease control. This combined master's degree provides students with a comprehensive understanding of leadership, policy implementation, organisational behaviour, health systems, and the management of infectious diseases in both Australian and global contexts.

Structured across 2.5 years, the programme is delivered in semesters, comprising a series of core and elective units of study, accumulating to the required number of credit points for master's level qualification as per the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF). Students undertake advanced coursework in public health management, epidemiology, infection prevention strategies, and emergency response within health systems. An extension allows participants to deeply explore a particular interest area through a capstone project or independent research, fostering analytical and critical thinking skills directly applicable to the field.

The curriculum is designed to develop robust leadership, strategic planning, risk communication, and analytical skills relevant to tackling contemporary health challenges, particularly in infectious diseases. It balances theoretical foundations with practical application, including opportunities for work-integrated learning or professional placements in health departments, government agencies, NGOs, and research centres, reflecting the strong industry and research partnerships that are a hallmark of the Australian health sector.

This double degree is ideal for clinicians, public health professionals, policy advisors, or recent graduates seeking leadership roles or specialist expertise in healthcare administration and infectious disease intelligence. International students benefit from Australia's post-study work rights, including opportunities via the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) and the allowance to work up to 48 hours per fortnight while enrolled. Exact unit and credit point structures, as well as entry requirements, should always be confirmed on the official university website.

Entry requirements

English: International applicants must evidence English proficiency. IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall is the common undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate standard, rising to 7.0–7.5 for teaching, nursing, medicine, law and social work. TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Cambridge C1 Advanced and the university’s own English programmes are accepted as equivalents; the Department of Home Affairs sets a separate English threshold for the Student visa itself.

International students: Registered on CRICOS for international students. A Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) for this course supports a Student visa (subclass 500) application; Overseas Student Health Cover is required for the full duration.

Career outcomes

Health service manager in hospitals and healthcare organisations
Policy advisor in government health departments
Infectious disease intelligence and surveillance specialist
Public health project manager for NGOs and international agencies
Consultant in healthcare management and infectious diseases
Programme coordinator in global health and disease control initiatives

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Master of Health Leadership and Management/Master of Infectious Disease Intelligence (Extension) at University of New South Wales?

It typically takes 2.5 years, with intakes in Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul).

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$119,000 total. Fees change yearly, confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Health service manager in hospitals and healthcare organisationsPolicy advisor in government health departmentsInfectious disease intelligence and surveillance specialistPublic health project manager for NGOs and international agenciesConsultant in healthcare management and infec...

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