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    Master of Health Policy and Planning

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    Sydney, AUMHealthPolPlanIn-person1 year
    A$61,700.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    48
    Credits
    A$150.00
    App fee

    Master of Health Policy and Planning at The University of Sydney is a 48-credit, 1-year, in-person MHealthPolPlan program based in Sydney, AU. Tuition is A$61,700.

    About the program

    The program provides a detailed understanding of health systems and the policy-making process with a focus on health policy. It covers health services, policymaking, leadership, conceptual modelling, strategic decision making and systems thinking.

    Focus: coursework
    Times Higher Education 53
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Semester 1 2027
    Dec 18, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    optional
    Min 85 overall (minimum 19 in Writing and 17 in Reading, Listening, and Speaking)
    IELTS
    optional
    Min A minimum result of 6.5 overall and a minimum result of 6.0 in each band

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    Not eligible for the standard Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) as the program is only 1 year long (requires 2 academic years of study).

    A$24,505.00
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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Health Policy and Planning at The University of Sydney cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Health Policy and Planning at The University of Sydney is A$61,700 across 48 required credits.
    Is Master of Health Policy and Planning at The University of Sydney online or in-person?
    Master of Health Policy and Planning at The University of Sydney is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Health Policy and Planning at The University of Sydney take to complete?
    Master of Health Policy and Planning at The University of Sydney is structured around 1 year and 48 credits.
    What GPA is required for Master of Health Policy and Planning at The University of Sydney?
    Per the program's published guidance: First or second class honours
    What work-permit options follow Master of Health Policy and Planning at The University of Sydney?
    Post-completion work rights for Master of Health Policy and Planning at The University of Sydney: Not eligible for the standard Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) as the program is only 1 year long (requires 2 academic years of study).