Masters of Global Health/Infectious Disease Intelligence | U

Master's Degree Public Health Full Time

Masters of Global Health/Master of Infectious Disease Intelligence

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

CRICOS course code

096229G

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 years

Tuition (whole course)

A$88,500 total

Per year

A$44,250/yr

Intake

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

About this program

The Masters of Global Health/Master of Infectious Disease Intelligence at the University of New South Wales in Sydney is a comprehensive dual degree designed for professionals aiming to shape responses to global health challenges and infectious disease threats. This rigorous two-year programme equips students with critical analytical and leadership skills required in diverse health settings in Australia and internationally. The curriculum integrates advanced coursework in epidemiology, health systems, disease surveillance, and outbreak investigation, as well as evidence-based policy and practice for infectious disease prevention and control.

Structured as a coursework master’s degree, you will undertake a carefully curated series of units of study, which cumulatively accrue the designated credit points required for graduation. The programme typically uses trimesters or semesters, with flexible study sequences to accommodate professional commitments. Students may have opportunities to complete a capstone project or engage in significant work-integrated learning through optional professional placements, ensuring real-world competency and connections to public health agencies and non-governmental organisations active in Australia and the Asia-Pacific region.

Graduates will emerge with advanced knowledge in global health systems and infectious diseases, skills in program design and management, scenario planning, critical problem solving, and cross-cultural communication. The combination of theoretical learning with applied research or fieldwork ensures that students are workplace-ready and responsive to the changing needs of the sector. This programme is ideal for health professionals, researchers, and policy-makers seeking to advance or pivot their careers in a fast-evolving area of public health.

International students benefit from UNSW’s strong industry and research partnerships, access to work rights of 48 hours per fortnight while studying, and eligibility for the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) post-study work stream. It is important to confirm specific course structure, professional opportunities, and English proficiency requirements on the university’s official 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

Global health advisor in government and international agencies
Epidemiologist in public health networks and research institutes
Infectious disease program manager for NGOs and hospitals
Policy and strategy consultant for health departments
Research officer in universities or public health organisations
Health project officer in global development agencies

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Masters of Global Health/Master of Infectious Disease Intelligence at University of New South Wales?

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

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$88,500 total. Fees change yearly, confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Global health advisor in government and international agenciesEpidemiologist in public health networks and research institutesInfectious disease program manager for NGOs and hospitalsPolicy and strategy consultant for health departmentsResearch officer in universities or public h...

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