Master of Health Policy and Planning
University of Sydney · Sydney, Australia
About this programme
Our Master of Health Policy and Planning will provide you with a detailed and practical understanding of health systems and the policy-making process. It offers a strong and explicit focus on health policy, moving beyond administration and management to progress early-mid public service careers. Our course is designed for those who are engaged or planning a career in health policy wishing to extend their knowledge in health services, policymaking, leadership or conceptual modelling, as well as health practitioners who are interested in strategic decision making and systems thinking.
- Level
- Postgraduate
- Field
- Medicine
- Duration
- 1 year
- Study mode
- Full-time, Online, Part-time
Visa
- Visa required
- Student visa (subclass 500)
- Application fee
- AUD 2,500
- Proof of funds
- AUD 29,710/yr (12-month living cost)
Standard figures for this route. Some applicants pay a reduced fee or none at all — confirm your own case on the official visa page.
Scholarships available (15)
- Australia Awards ScholarshipsFully funded · Annual: varies by country (typically February-April)
- Australian Research Training Program (RTP)Fully funded · Deadline October each year (varies by university)
- China Scholarship Council Postgraduate Research Visiting ScholarshipFully funded
- Sydney Scholars India Equity ScholarshipFully funded
- Walter Mersh Strong Scholarship for Papua New GuineaFully funded
- Vice-Chancellor's International Scholarships SchemePartial funding
- Destination Australia ScholarshipsPartial funding · Varies by institution
- Sydney International Student AwardPartial funding · Rolling, multiple rounds per year