Master of Epidemiology (MEpi)
Information valid for students commencing 2017
Duration
1.5 Years full-time (or part-time equivalent)
Commencing 2017
Semester 1 (27 Feb, 2017)
Semester 2 (24 Jul, 2017)
Summer Semester (01 Dec, 2017)
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
24
Program code
5481
Faculty
Teaching Location
Herston
Delivery mode
External, Internal
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Applicants must:
- Hold an approved degree with a GPA of 5+; or
- A degree in another discipline with a GPA of 5+ & have completed 12 months FT work in an approved healthcare setting; or
- The GCEpi and/or GDipEpi from the University (or equivalent).
- Passed a tertiary quantitative research methods course with a grade of 5+; or
- Demonstrate an active contribution to a research publication; or
- Provide a referee/research mentor report confirming skills & experience with health-related quantitative research.
Additional application information
A degree in one of the following disciplines would normally meet the "approved degree" requirement:
- Allied health (Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy)
- Behavioural and social sciences (Sociology, Psychology, Counselling)
- Biomedical Sciences
- Biostatistics
- Dentistry, Oral Health
- Development Studies
- Environmental Health
- Exercise and Sport Science
- Food Science
- Health Economics
- Health Management
- Medicine, Medical sciences
- Nursing
- Nutrition
- Occupational Health and Safety
- Pharmacy
- Public Health or Health Sciences
- Science
- Veterinary sciences
AQF level
AQF level 9
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to Apply
Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.
Closing Date
To commence study in Semester 1 - January 31 of the year of commencement.
To commence study in Semester 2 - June 30 of the year of commencement.
To commence study in summer - October 31 of the year of enrolment.
Enquiries for Australian students
School of Public Health
Email: med.enquiries@uq.edu.au
Phone: 07 3346 4922
Duration
1.5 Years full-time
Commencing 2017
Semester 1 (27 Feb, 2017)
Semester 2 (24 Jul, 2017)
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
24
Program code
5481
Faculty
Teaching Location
Herston
Delivery mode
External, Internal
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Applicants must:
- Hold an approved degree with a GPA of 5+; or
- A degree in another discipline with a GPA of 5+ & have completed 12 months FT work in an approved healthcare setting; or
- The GCEpi and/or GDipEpi from the University (or equivalent).
- Passed a tertiary quantitative research methods course with a grade of 5+; or
- Demonstrate an active contribution to a research publication; or
- Provide a referee/research mentor report confirming skills & experience with health-related quantitative research.
CRICOS Code: 066287A
English Proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ,
view the English proficiency policy.AQF level
AQF level 9
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 2 - May 30 of the year of commencement.
To commence study in semester 1 - November 30 of the previous year.
Enquiries for International students
International Student Advisor
Phone: Outside Australia: + 61 3 8676 7004
Within Australia (Free Call): 1800 671 980
Why study the Master of Epidemiology?
This program aims to provide structured coursework developing epidemiological, biostatistical and methodological skills to an advanced level.
All expenses incurred with dissertation are the responsibility of the student.
Limited Summer Semester entry is available to domestic students only as elective courses only are offered in that semester.
What you can study
Courses and requirements
See the courses and requirements for courses that can be studied as part of the Master of Epidemiology.
Click on the course code to view the Course Profile, for further information including advice of courses with shared teaching activities.
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
Prerequisites
Applicants must:
- Hold an approved degree with a GPA of 5+; or
- A degree in another discipline with a GPA of 5+ & have completed 12 months FT work in an approved healthcare setting; or
- The GCEpi and/or GDipEpi from the University (or equivalent).
- Passed a tertiary quantitative research methods course with a grade of 5+; or
- Demonstrate an active contribution to a research publication; or
- Provide a referee/research mentor report confirming skills & experience with health-related quantitative research.
Additional application information
A degree in one of the following disciplines would normally meet the "approved degree" requirement:
- Allied health (Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy)
- Behavioural and social sciences (Sociology, Psychology, Counselling)
- Biomedical Sciences
- Biostatistics
- Dentistry, Oral Health
- Development Studies
- Environmental Health
- Exercise and Sport Science
- Food Science
- Health Economics
- Health Management
- Medicine, Medical sciences
- Nursing
- Nutrition
- Occupational Health and Safety
- Pharmacy
- Public Health or Health Sciences
- Science
- Veterinary sciences
Entry requirements for International students
Prerequisites
Applicants must:
- Hold an approved degree with a GPA of 5+; or
- A degree in another discipline with a GPA of 5+ & have completed 12 months FT work in an approved healthcare setting; or
- The GCEpi and/or GDipEpi from the University (or equivalent).
- Passed a tertiary quantitative research methods course with a grade of 5+; or
- Demonstrate an active contribution to a research publication; or
- Provide a referee/research mentor report confirming skills & experience with health-related quantitative research.
Visa requirements
CRICOS Code: 066287A
English proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ,
View the English proficiency policy.How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 2 - May 30 of the year of commencement.
To commence study in semester 1 - November 30 of the previous year.
What it costs
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
What you can do with a Master of Epidemiology
Careers
UQ's Epidemiology program is geared toward individuals interested in pursuing careers as independent investigators in either public health (standard plan) or clinical research (clinical epidemiology plan). Four main areas of work hire epidemiologists and these are clinical/academia, health departments, industry and infection control.
Program rules for the Master of Epidemiology
To complete the Master of Epidemiology
To fulfil the requirements of the Master of Epidemiology, a student must complete the requisite number of courses chosen from the course list in accordance with the Program Rules.
For more information on program requirements, please contact the Faculty.
Students should be aware of the University of Queensland policies and rules which govern the conduct of UQ programs. These may be found on the UQ policies and rules page on the my.UQ website.
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