Bachelor of International Public Health

The Bachelor of International Public Health is designed for students who are interested in improving the health and wellbeing of populations across the globe, and in the prevention of disease and disability. Public health focuses on improving and protecting the health and wellbeing of communities, with an emphasis on prevention among large groups of people.

This degree focuses on supporting you to develop the practical skills and knowledge required to investigate local and global public health problems, as well as the ability to design and implement innovative new approaches to emerging issues. It will provide you with a solid understanding of the different health needs of communities, the social and environmental factors that influence health and how to reduce the risks and inequities.

This three-year degree will expose you to a range of public health challenges designed to prepare you for a variety of roles within the field of public health, as well as support you to develop your skills in critical thinking, research, communication and leadership.

With flexible learning options including on-campus and online (full-time and part-time), you can tailor the program to suit your needs. Our multidisciplinary teaching team has extensive experience in global public health and have active roles in influencing health policies and strategies to support population health in Australia and overseas.

• Wide range of career opportunities
  The knowledge and skillset you’ll acquire will equip you for professional careers in a wide range of settings. You’ll be ready to work in Australian public health roles or in community agencies, government or international aid organisations. This degree also provides a pathway to further study, including graduate medicine or a master’s program.

• Professional recognition
  This degree is consistent with U.S. accreditation standards and recommendations of the Council of Academic Public Health Institutions Australasia (CAPHIA).

• Flexible dual mode delivery
  This degree offers dual mode delivery, which means you have the option to study on campus or to complete the degree fully online. You can also choose to study full-time or part-time, at a pace that suits your needs. You can commence your studies at multiple entry points across the year.

• Capstone experience
  You’ll complete a capstone experience in your final year, which may include the option of either an internship placement, study abroad tour or research project.

Bring a global perspective to your education
Our degree is taught by academic staff who have extensive work experience in developing and delivering public health programs and policy within various international and domestic settings. This includes working with agencies such as the World Health Organisation (WHO), regional WHO offices, governments from around the world and non-government agencies. In your third year, you’ll have the opportunity to study courses offered by Arizona State University as part of the UNSW Plus Alliance or consider a student exchange at one of our many overseas partner universities. Moving away from the traditional classroom, this degree will immerse you in a global learning environment, where you’ll study alongside students from Australia, the United States and around the world.  

Join a sector-leading population health community
Join a community that’s playing a key role in enhancing population health and healthcare systems. This program is delivered by the School of Population Health – a dynamic, international community of staff, alumni, practitioners and students. Our multidisciplinary teaching and research staff have research and practitioner experience in local, national and international settings. Research and collaboration opportunities are available for students in our internationally recognised research centres and institutes. You'll be part of a community involved in translating groundbreaking research into disease prevention and response strategies and informing health policy.