Overview

The intercalated Doctor of Medicine/Master of Public Health (MD/MPH) program is designed for students with a strong interest in medicine and a commitment to understanding the broader determinants of health beyond clinical practice.

The MD/MPH is available to current students enrolled in the University of Melbourne MD. Through a suite of compulsory subjects, the MPH component equips MD students with essential skills in epidemiology, biostatistics, leadership and management, research methods, and public health program planning. Students can tailor their studies by choosing up to 4 elective subjects from a wide range of options across 11 elective streams within the Melbourne School of Population and Global Health.

Through this integrated program, students can explore and develop areas of interest early in their careers, positioning them to become future leaders in disease prevention, health promotion, and the advancement of population wellbeing.

Graduates of the MD/MPH program are uniquely prepared for careers that bridge clinical practice and public health. They may pursue roles in health research, advocacy, policy development, and health system reform, while work directly with communities as medical professionals. This dual qualification provides a powerful foundation for a rewarding career dedicated to improving health outcomes at local, national, and global levels.