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Duration

1.5 year/s full-time
3 year/s part-time
1.5 year/s full-time
3 year/s part-time

Intake

Semester 1
On campus - No
Online - Semester 1

Locations

Online
Online

Credit points required

120

Course code

SHEPR1
SATAC/UAC codes

Overview

Our Master in Health Emergency Preparedness and Response (HEPR) course provides health professionals with the unique opportunity to explore and develop knowledge of the health aspects of preparedness and response to health emergencies including natural disasters, human made disasters and communicable diseases. Providing a unique focus on the health response element of emergency management including the fundamentals of health preparedness, health coordination and health response from an operational and clinical perspective across the three health emergency pillars.

The course is developed and delivered by experts from the health emergency workforce within Australia in partnership with Charles Darwin University and the National Critical Care and Trauma Response Centre (NCCTRC) - the home of Australia's health emergency response capability. This course draws on the experience and knowledge developed over many years at the NCCTRC and provides the required advanced level of knowledge for health professionals to lead within their organisation in the field of preparing and responding to the next health emergency event locally, nationally, and internationally. The course is delivered online with one residential week in each of two core units - HEPR - Human made Disasters unit and HEPR - Communicable Diseases unit.

Credit transfers and advanced standing

Pathways


Pathways for Higher Education to Higher Education

For information about credit transfer available to students with complete or incomplete study at this or other Institutions refer to Pathways for Higher Education to Higher Education

Credit transfer

For further information on credit transfer and how to apply visit ASK CDU

Credit transfers and advanced standing

Credit transfer

For further information on credit transfer and how to apply visit ASK CDU

Fees

Non-Commonwealth supported places

Full fee paying places are available in this course.
Information about fees and charges can be found at Fees and Payments.

International tuition fees

The annual tuition fee for full time study is AUD $29,520.00. This equates to $3,690.00 per 10 credit point unit (0.125 EFTSL).
These fees are subject to increases annually, effective at the start of each calendar year.

You can find a list of International fees and payments you can expect to pay as part of your studies in Australia.

CDU offers a number of scholarships to international students to assist with the cost of study.

Stephen Kho - Public Health Research

Why study a health course at CDU?

As an increasingly in-demand industry, there's never been a better time to upskill in the field of healthcare. Advance your career with CDU's wide range of postgraduate health courses to develop specialist skills and knowledge that help you transition into leadership roles.

  • #2 Australian university for postgraduate employment outcomes (GUG 2023)
  • Placements and research opportunities in the NT, across Australia, and around the world
  • Uniquely positioned to explore Indigenous and Asia-Pacific health, tropical medicine and other issues of international importance
Stephen Kho - Public Health Research

Why study a health course at CDU?

As an increasingly in-demand industry, there's never been a better time to find a career in healthcare. Become a qualified health professional with CDU's wide range of courses and gain the skills and knowledge to make an impact on the wellbeing of your community.

  • #2 Australian university for postgraduate employment outcomes (GUG 2023)
  • Placements and research opportunities in the NT, across Australia, and around the world
  • Uniquely positioned to explore Indigenous and Asia-Pacific health, tropical medicine and other issues of international importance
Stephen Kho - Public Health Research

Why study a health course at CDU?

As an increasingly in-demand industry, there's never been a better time to upskill in the field of healthcare. Advance your career with CDU's wide range of postgraduate health courses to develop specialist skills and knowledge that help you transition into leadership roles.

  • #2 Australian university for postgraduate employment outcomes (GUG 2023)
  • Placements and research opportunities in the NT, across Australia, and around the world
  • Uniquely positioned to explore Indigenous and Asia-Pacific health, tropical medicine and other issues of international importance
Stephen Kho - Public Health Research

Why study a health course at CDU?

As an increasingly in-demand industry, there's never been a better time to find a career in healthcare. Become a qualified health professional with CDU's wide range of courses and gain the skills and knowledge to make an impact on the wellbeing of your community.

  • #2 Australian university for postgraduate employment outcomes (GUG 2023)
  • Placements and research opportunities in the NT, across Australia, and around the world
  • Uniquely positioned to explore Indigenous and Asia-Pacific health, tropical medicine and other issues of international importance

What will I study?

This 120 credit point course consists of core units building on the foundation of specialist knowledge and skills, evidence-based practice, cultural safety and research appraisal. Units in this program are also offered in other courses across the College. This maximizes opportunities and enables students to diversify between courses if they so wish.

Course structure




A candidate must successfully complete units totalling 120 credit points as detailed below. All units are valued at 10 credit points unless otherwise indicated.

Unit type

Credit Points

Specific requirements
Core
(6 units)

60cp

Compulsory Core units totalling 60 credit points selected from the units listed below:

HEA585 Fundamentals of Health Emergency Preparedness and Response
HEA586 Health Emergency Preparedness and Response to Natural Disasters
HEA587 Health Emergency Preparedness and Response to Human Made Disasters
HEA588 Health Emergency Preparedness and Response to Communicable Disease Outbreaks 
DEM511 Emergency and Disaster Management in Context
DEM513 Leadership in Emergency and Disaster Management
 

Specialist
Electives

(4 - 6 units)

60cp

Specialist Elective units totalling 60 credit points selected from the units listed below:

HEA583 Domestic and International Logistics
HEA584 Human System Extremes
PHM516 Indigenous Health
PHM567 Public Health
PHM592 Global Health
HEA572 Applied Health Project A (20cp)
HEA573 Applied Health Project B (20cp)
DEM514 Cultural, Social and Psychological Aspects of Emergency and Disaster Management (new to course from S2 2023)
PHM570 Epidemiology and Control of Communicable Disease (new to course from S2 2023)
PHM593 Tropical Child and Adolescent Health (new to course from S2 2023)
 

 

120cp

Total Credit Points

Course Rules (unless otherwise indicated in the above course structure)

Course Changes from 2023

• HEA572 and HEA573 moved from Core units to Specialist Elective units.
• Due to HEA572 and HEA573 moving from Core to Specialist Elective units; Core unit requirements have decreased from 100 credit points to 60 credit points and Specialist Elective units have increased from 20 credit points to 60 credit points.
• DEM514, PHM570 and PHM593 added as Specialist Elective units from Semester 2.
 

Study plan


Full-Time Study Plan

The Recommended Study Plan provided below is suitable for a student commencing in semester 1 each year and enrolling in a standard full time load. Students enrolling in a reduced or part time load should use the table as a guide for planning and individual program of study.

Legend:CO = Core UnitSE = Specialist Elective

 

Semester 1Semester 2
Year 1
HEA585 Fundamentals of Health Emergency Preparedness and ResponseCOHEA587 Health Emergency Preparedness and Response to Human Made DisastersCO
HEA586 Health Emergency Preparedness and Response to Natural DisastersCODEM513 Leadership in Emergency and Disaster ManagementCO
DEM511 Emergency and Disaster Management in Context COHEA588 Health Emergency Preparedness and Response to Communicable Disease OutbreaksCO
Specialist Elective 1 (10cp)SESpecialist Elective 2 (10cp)SE
Year 2
Specialist Elective 3 (10cp)SE  
Specialist Elective 4 (10cp)SE  
Specialist Elective 5 (10cp)SE  
Specialist Elective 6 (10cp)SE  

Part-Time Study Plan

The Recommended Study Plan provided below is suitable for a student commencing in semester 1 each year and enrolling in a part-time study load.

Legend:CO = Core UnitSE = Specialist Elective

 

Semester 1Semester 2
Year 1
HEA585 Fundamentals of Health Emergency Preparedness and ResponseCOHEA587 Health Emergency Preparedness and Response to Human Made DisastersCO
HEA586 Health Emergency Preparedness and Response to Natural DisastersCOHEA588 Health Emergency Preparedness and Response to Communicable Disease OutbreaksCO
Year 2
DEM511 Emergency and Disaster Management in Context CODEM513 Leadership in Emergency and Disaster ManagementCO
Specialist Elective 1 (10cp)SESpecialist Elective 2 (10cp)SE
Year 3
Specialist Elective 3 (10cp)SESpecialist Elective 4 (10cp)SE
Specialist Elective 5 (10cp)SESpecialist Elective 6 (10cp)SE

Specialist Elective (SE) units may be selected from the following:

Semester 1Semester 2
HEA583 Domestic and International Logistics10cpHEA584 Human System Extremes10cp
PHM516 Indigenous Health10cpDEM514 Cultural, Social and Psychological Aspects of Emergency and Disaster Management10cp
PHM592 Global Health10cpPHM570 Epidemiology and Control of Communicable Disease10cp
PHM567 Public Health10cpPHM593 Tropical Child and Adolescent Health 10cp
HEA572 Applied Health Project A20cpHEA573 Applied Health Project B 20cp

 

Entry requirements

Admission criteria

Successful completion of a recognised bachelor degree, graduate certificate, graduate diploma, master's degree, or equivalent international qualification in a suitable area of study, ie. health, medicine, nursing or paramedicine, environmental health, logistic or health emergency.

Essential requirements

English language requirements

To gain entry into Charles Darwin University, all Higher Education applicants must satisfy the University's English Language Proficiency Requirements for their chosen course of study. International applicants will be required to supply evidence of this at the time of application.

The minimum English language requirement for this course is met by either undertaking previous education in an English-speaking country or undertaking one of the following English language tests and obtaining the minimum requirements listed below.

CDU English for Academic Purposes 4 (ZEAP40)Successful completion of EAP004 English for Academic Purposes 4
IELTS Academic ModuleA minimum overall score of 6.5 with no band less than 6.0.
Cambridge Advanced English (CAE)A minimum overall score of 176, with no skill below 169.
Common European Framework Certificate of English ProficiencyA minimum overall grade of C1, valid for three years from the date of the test to the date of commencement at CDU.
Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic moduleA minimum overall score of 58 with no score lower than 50.
TOEFL Internet-based Test (iBT)A minimum overall score of 79 with a minimum writing score of 21.

* All tests are valid for two years from the date of the test to the date of commencement at CDU, unless otherwise specified.
* Where applicable, international applicants must also satisfy the Department of Home Affairs (DHA) English language requirements for student visa applications.

Do you have a question regarding English requirements at CDU? Please email: international@cdu.edu.au.
 

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My advice for anyone who is considering studying a health or science degree at CDU is if you are thinking about it, just do it.

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Course details

Accreditation

This course is accredited by the University in accordance with the Higher Education Standards.

Australian qualification framework

This course is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework at Level 9.

Additional information

Can offers be deferred?
Yes
Award
Master of Health Emergency Preparedness and Response
Faculty/College
Faculty of Health
Sector
HE
Area of study
Health, Humanitarian, Emergency and Disaster Management, Nursing and Midwifery

Contact details

For further information about the course, enrolment procedures, closing dates and other administrative issues please contact Student Central on:

Email:Student.Central@cdu.edu.auPhone:1800 061 963 (free call)

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You make CDU

Together we are a positive force for change in our communities and the world.

You make CDU

Our students choose to study with us because we share the same vision – to make a positive change. Whatever your motivation is, we can guide you in the right direction.

How to apply

There are many ways to apply to CDU. The method you use depends on your course type, where you live and whether you are a new or returning student to CDU.

Remember to apply early for your best chance at securing an offer to study with us.

SATAC

SATAC is the application channel for residents of NT, ACT, SA, WA, QLD, VIC or TAS.

UAC

UAC is the application channel for residents of NSW.

SATAC/UAC codes

Location
SATAC Code
UAC Code
Online (FF)
1CM625
873232
* CSP = Commonwealth supported place
FF = Full fee

CRICOS codes

Location
CRICOS Code
Online

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