Postgraduate

Join a community of world-leading academics as a postgraduate student at the National Centre for Epidemiology and Population Health.

Elevate your career through postgraduate study

The postgraduate programs at the National Centre for Epidemiology and Population Health (NCEPH) offer advanced study options for those looking to make a significant impact in public health. Our Master’s degrees provide specialised training in epidemiology, biostatistics, and global health, equipping students with the expertise needed to address complex health issues. For those interested in research, our PhD and MPhil programs offer the opportunity to conduct original research under the guidance of leading experts, contributing to advancements in population health. Whether through coursework or research, NCEPH's postgraduate programs prepare graduates to become leaders in public health, policy, and academia, with the skills to influence health outcomes locally and globally.

Postgraduate degree programs

Master of Philosophy in Applied Epidemiology

The Master of Philosophy in Applied Epidemiology (MAE) is Australia's only accredited field epidemiology program, training future public health leaders. Over 22 months, students gain hands-on experience through field placements and coursework intensives at ANU.

Master of Public Health

Passionate about improving population health and wellbeing? Our Master of Public Health prepares you for a career in public health, either in research or the workforce. Specialise in areas like environment and climate change, global health, and health policy, with internship opportunities.

Master of Philosophy (MPhil)

During the MPhil program you will work with increased independence, under the direction of a supervisory panel of experts in the field to make an original and important contribution to human knowledge, research and development.

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

During the PhD program you will get access to the highest quality research training in a stimulating and active research environment and interact with internationally renowned researchers to tackle issues of national and international significance.