AU · Master's
University of Melbourne
Master of Public Health
University of Melbourne
Course Overview
Melbourne's Master of Public Health is run by the Melbourne School of Population and Global Health — consistently ranked the top public health school in Australia and inside the global top 20. Sri Lankan applicants come from medicine, nursing, biomedical sciences, and even policy backgrounds; the program is structured to accommodate all of them through a foundation core before specialisation.
Students choose from 9 streams including Epidemiology, Global Health, Health Economics, Indigenous Health, and Health Policy, with a capstone applied research project. Strong placement pipeline into the Department of Health & Human Services Victoria, WHO Western Pacific, Burnet Institute, and international NGOs working across South Asia — relevant if you plan to return to Sri Lanka's health sector.
Entry Requirements
Academic
- check_circle Bachelor's degree in a health, science, social science, or related discipline with weighted average mark of 65%+.
- check_circle No work experience required, though relevant clinical or public health experience strengthens the application.
- check_circle Personal statement (300-500 words) outlining career intent in public health.
English Proficiency
- check_circle IELTS Academic: 6.5 Overall (min 6.0 in each section).
- check_circle TOEFL iBT: 79 Overall (min 21 writing, 18 speaking, 13 reading, 13 listening).
- check_circle PTE Academic: 58-64 Overall accepted.
Estimated Cost of Study
| Expense Category | Amount (AUD) | Approx. LKR |
|---|---|---|
| Annual Tuition Fee | AUD 66,976 | Rs. 14,065,000 |
| Living Expenses (12 months) | AUD 29,710 | Rs. 6,239,100 |
| OSHC Health Cover + Visa | AUD 2,800 | Rs. 588,000 |
| Total Year 1 Investment | AUD 99,486 | Rs. 20,892,100 |
*LKR conversion based on current bank rates. Subject to change.
Career Outcomes & PR
MPH graduates are eligible for the 2-year 485 Temporary Graduate Visa. Roles in epidemiology, biostatistics, and health policy are increasingly listed on regional skilled occupation pathways. Melbourne alumni work at the Victorian Department of Health, Burnet Institute, WHO, Médecins Sans Frontières, and major Australian hospital networks at AUD 70k-95k starting packages.
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