How to apply: Master of Philosophy in Applied Epidemiology (MAE) (Domestic)
Understand the entry requirements
Please note that the Master of Philosophy in Applied Epidemiology Program places students in field placements in Australia. To be eligible to be placed in these organisations you are required to be an Australian citizen or an Australian permanent resident. If you do not meet these criteria, unfortunately we cannot consider your application.
- Check the admission dates
- Applications open 1 June 2025
- Applications close 22 July 2025
- Referee reports due 28 July 2025
- Applicants typically have several years of relevant work experience and should have a bachelor degree with at least one upper second class honours, or a graduate diploma or master degree with significant research thesis component. Learn more about admission requirements.
- You must also meet the University's English language admission requirements.
Review the MAE Application Guide
The application guide provides step by step instructions for completing your application.
Prepare references & supporting documents
You need to submit the supplementary questions as a supporting document in your application. Email the referee report form directly to your referees, and request they complete the form and email it to mae.nceph@anu.edu.au by 28 July 2025.
- Address the four questions listed in your Application Guide
- Resume/Curriculum Vitae
- Academic transcripts
For questions specific to the application process email the MAE Student Office: mae.nceph@anu.edu.au.
Submit an application
Start your application on the ANU Apply website.
Attend an interview
Applicants will be shortlisted on the basis of their academic achievements and referee reports. If you're shortlisted, the selection committee will invite you to attend a personal interview.
Receive an offer
Applicants who are successful at the interview will be offered places in the program. If you're offered a place, you will have a short period to accept the offer.
Accept your offer
Once you receive an offer it is very important that you accept it to ensure your place at ANU is reserved.