Master of Culture, Health and Medicine

The Australian National University

The Master of Culture, Health and Medicine is the only program of its kind in Australia. Drawing on anthropological and other social science perspectives, and technical expertise in health-related research and practice, you will understand the nature of health, sickness, and healing in a local and global context. You will emerge with the skills to undertake social and cultural analysis of health practices and policy.Employment OpportunitiesThe MCHAM may advance your career in health-related fields in development, policy and education, in government, non-government, and international organisations.Learning OutcomesEngage in informed debate demonstrating a critical understanding of the historical, political, institutional and cultural factors that frame health, illness and medical careSynthesise research, literature and other texts from a range of disciplinary perspectives to develop insight into contemporary health and medical issues andDevelop a practical research plan in the fields of clinical care, public health or health promotion, incorporating a range of methodologies and theoretical perspectives.

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