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We translate discoveries into breakthrough cures, therapies and treatment strategies. We seek to innovate the way medicine is taught, we scrutinise modern healthcare systems and we adapt new technologies. You will learn alongside renowned clinicians and globally recognised researchers in some of Australia's finest hospitals. Our prestigious research centres and institutes collaborate nationally and internationally to solve complex global health challenges. Our unique approach will give you the competitive edge for global career success.
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Medical Science
Medicine
Psychiatry
Public Health and Community Medicine
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Postgraduate options82
Medical Science8
Doctor of Philosophy (Anatomy)
Degree code : 1750
- Minimum years
- 3 to 4 Years
- Entry
- February and September
- Career Opportunities
- The School of Medical Sciences (SoMS) is the largest School within the Faculty of Medicine, and one of the largest at UNSW Australia. It is a vibrant school, a place of work for over 200 staff, more than 100 higher degree research students, and many thousands of undergraduate students in over 90 separate courses and 5 programs. The School is based largely within the Wallace Wurth (Medicine) Building on the Kensington campus, but also includes the Museum of Human Disease in the Samuels Building and the UNSW Lifestyle Clinic on High Street, Randwick. The 120 Conjoint staff of the School also contribute significantly to our work, from their bases within all major teaching hospitals and Medical Research Institutes affiliated with UNSW. Many of the School's staff are recognised internationally as leaders in their fields. They have strong links with colleagues in Asia, North America and Europe, and regular exchanges occur between the School and these international laboratories. The School also features excellent facilities for research and teaching and is involved in projects ranging from molecular and cell biology to neuroscience.
Doctor of Philosophy (Kirby Institute)
Degree code : 1774
- Minimum years
- 3 to 4 Years
- Entry
- February and September
- Career Opportunities
- We have active partnerships with many basic science and clinical research groups across the globe, including a range of collaborations with clinical centres and laboratories in Thailand and growing collaborations with PNG. We have an especially strong connection to the department of Immunology and Infectious Diseases at St Vincent's Hospital, fostering the bench to bedside approach for which the Kirby Institute is renowned.
Doctor of Philosophy (Medical Education)
Degree code : 1851
- Minimum years
- 3 to 4 Years
- Entry
- February and September
- Career Opportunities
- The School of Medical Sciences (SoMS) is the largest School within the Faculty of Medicine, and one of the largest at UNSW Australia. It is a vibrant school, a place of work for over 200 staff, more than
Doctor of Philosophy (Pathology)
Degree code : 1780
- Minimum years
- 3 to 4 Years
- Entry
- February and September
- Career Opportunities
- The School of Medical Sciences (SoMS) is the largest School within the Faculty of Medicine, and one of the largest at UNSW Australia. It is a vibrant school, a place of work for over 200 staff, more than 100 higher degree research students, and many thousands of undergraduate students in over 90 separate courses and 5 programs. The School is based largely within the Wallace Wurth (Medicine) Building on the Kensington campus, but also includes the Museum of Human Disease in the Samuels Building and the UNSW Lifestyle Clinic on High Street, Randwick. The 120 Conjoint staff of the School also contribute significantly to our work, from their bases within all major teaching hospitals and Medical Research Institutes affiliated with UNSW. Many of the School's staff are recognised internationally as leaders in their fields. They have strong links with colleagues in Asia, North America and Europe, and regular exchanges occur between the School and these international laboratories. The School also features excellent facilities for research and teaching and is involved in projects ranging from molecular and cell biology to neuroscience.
Doctor of Philosophy (Physiology and Pharmacology)
Degree code : 1790
- Minimum years
- 3 to 4 years
- Entry
- February and September
- Career Opportunities
- The School of Medical Sciences (SoMS) is the largest School within the Faculty of Medicine, and one of the largest at UNSW Australia. It is a vibrant school, a place of work for over 200 staff, more than 100 higher degree research students, and many thousands of undergraduate students in over 90 separate courses and 5 programs. The School is based largely within the Wallace Wurth (Medicine) Building on the Kensington campus, but also includes the Museum of Human Disease in the Samuels Building and the UNSW Lifestyle Clinic on High Street, Randwick. The 120 Conjoint staff of the School also contribute significantly to our work, from their bases within all major teaching hospitals and Medical Research Institutes affiliated with UNSW. Many of the School's staff are recognised internationally as leaders in their fields. They have strong links with colleagues in Asia, North America and Europe, and regular exchanges occur between the School and these international laboratories. The School also features excellent facilities for research and teaching and is involved in projects ranging from molecular and cell biology to neuroscience.
Master of Science (Anatomy) (Research)
Degree code : 2800
- Minimum years
- 2 years
- Entry
- February and September
- Career Opportunities
- As a central element of the biomedical research precinct at UNSW, our School features modern laboratory facilities and leading-edge research infrastructure. Our staff and students use their disciplinary expertise in molecular and cellular biology, experimental physiology, pharmacology and tissue pathology to explore the causes and treatment of a wide range of diseases important to our community. They have a strong commitment to assisting the next generation of biomedical researchers gain expertise through higher degree studies, and are supported in their work by an integrated team of research support staff.
Master of Science (Pathology) (Research)
Degree code : 2840
- Minimum years
- 2 years
- Entry
- February and September
- Career Opportunities
- The School of Medical Sciences (SoMS) is the largest School within the Faculty of Medicine, and one of the largest at UNSW Australia. It is a vibrant school, a place of work for over 200 staff, more than 100 higher degree research students, and many thousands of undergraduate students in over 90 separate courses and 5 programs. The School is based largely within the Wallace Wurth (Medicine) Building on the Kensington campus, but also includes the Museum of Human Disease in the Samuels Building and the UNSW Lifestyle Clinic on High Street, Randwick. The 120 Conjoint staff of the School also contribute significantly to our work, from their bases within all major teaching hospitals and Medical Research Institutes affiliated with UNSW. Many of the School's staff are recognised internationally as leaders in their fields. They have strong links with colleagues in Asia, North America and Europe, and regular exchanges occur between the School and these international laboratories. The School also features excellent facilities for research and teaching and is involved in projects ranging from molecular and cell biology to neuroscience.
Master of Science (Physiology and Pharmacology) (Research)
Degree code : 2850
- Minimum years
- 2 years
- Entry
- February and September
- Career Opportunities
- The School of Medical Sciences (SoMS) is the largest School within the Faculty of Medicine, and one of the largest at UNSW Australia. It is a vibrant school, a place of work for over 200 staff, more than 100 higher degree research students, and many thousands of undergraduate students in over 90 separate courses and 5 programs. The School is based largely within the Wallace Wurth (Medicine) Building on the Kensington campus, but also includes the Museum of Human Disease in the Samuels Building and the UNSW Lifestyle Clinic on High Street, Randwick. The 120 Conjoint staff of the School also contribute significantly to our work, from their bases within all major teaching hospitals and Medical Research Institutes affiliated with UNSW. Many of the School's staff are recognised internationally as leaders in their fields. They have strong links with colleagues in Asia, North America and Europe, and regular exchanges occur between the School and these international laboratories. The School also features excellent facilities for research and teaching and is involved in projects ranging from molecular and cell biology to neuroscience.
Medicine9
Doctor of Philosophy in Medicine (Prince of Wales Clinical School)
Degree code : 1770
- Minimum years
- 3 to 4 Years
- Entry
- February and September
- Career Opportunities
- Prince of Wales Clinical School (POWCS) has a long tradition of integrating research, teaching, and clinical care. We have world class research facilities, based in the Prince of Wales Hospital in the clinically related disciplines of neurology, nephrology, respiratory, surgery, oncology, amongst others. We also have close affiliations with many centres of renown such as the St Vincent's Hospital and Garvan Institute. We provide excellent infrastructure and support to our postgraduate students to pursue high quality research. We encourage you to peruse the information that follows, which we hope may attract you to join us in what we believe will be a rewarding, educational and collegial experience for you.
Doctor of Philosophy in Medicine (South Western Sydney Clinical School)
Degree code : 1771
- Minimum years
- 3 to 4 Years
- Entry
- February and September
- Career Opportunities
- UNSW Australia provides an excellent opportunity for students to undertake either a Doctor of Philosophy or Master of Science, Medicine or Surgery through the South Western Sydney Clinical School. The School is located in the fastest growing parts of the Sydney and is located in some of the busiest clinical services in NSW. Liverpool and Bankstown Hospitals, along with the Ingham Institute for Applied Medical Research, provide excellent venues for undertaking a higher degree in a range of clinical disciplines.
Doctor of Philosophy in Medicine (St George and Sutherland Clinical School)
Degree code : 1772
- Minimum years
- 3 to 4 Years
- Entry
- February and September
- Career Opportunities
- A higher degree that has a substantial clinical interface can best be undertaken in an atmosphere where there is access to top quality clinicians and scientists who work in a collaborative manner advancing and innovating in health and disease. St George Clinical School provides for that vibrant and dynamic environment with nearly 200 active clinicians participating in research and education. Our Research Supervisors have outstanding international reputations and work in a wide range of areas from immune malfunctions to gastro enteric pathology to disorders of bone joints and spine along with a very active research program in cancer diagnostic and treatment. Collaborations and interdisciplinary interactions are a hallmark.
Doctor of Philosophy in Medicine (St Vincents Clinical School)
Degree code : 1773
- Minimum years
- 3 to 4 Years
- Entry
- February and September
- Career Opportunities
- Our association with the staff of St Vincent's Hospital and its co-located research institutes and facilities allows our students and staff opportunities to thrive in an atmosphere of dedication and excellence. State of the art clinical skill, information and computing resources are available on site. Our School's Strategic Plan (list the website link) outlines our broad and detailed goals in the areas of student experience, research, community engagement and capabilities and resources. We aim to refine and improve our performance in teaching, strengthen the breadth and depth of our research performance, actively participate in community service initiatives and provide efficient and effective support systems for professional development.
Master of Medicine (Research)
Degree code : 2515
- Minimum years
- 2 years
- Entry
- February and September
- Career Opportunities
- This is a Masters level research program for postgraduate medical students in the Faculty of Medicine. Candidates must demonstrate ability to undertake research by the submission of a thesis embodying the results of an original investigation. Candidates must have at least three years' experience of in the practice of medicine and be currently so engaged.
Master of Science in Medicine (Prince of Wales Clinical School) (Research)
Degree code : 2820
- Minimum years
- 2 years
- Entry
- February and September
- Career Opportunities
- Prince of Wales Clinical School (POWCS) has a long tradition of integrating research, teaching, and clinical care. We have world class research facilities, based in the Prince of Wales Hospital in the clinically related disciplines of neurology, nephrology, respiratory, surgery, oncology, amongst others. We also have close affiliations with many centres of renown such as the St Vincent's Hospital and Garvan Institute. We provide excellent infrastructure and support to our postgraduate students to pursue high quality research. We encourage you to peruse the information that follows, which we hope may attract you to join us in what we believe will be a rewarding, educational and collegial experience for you.
Master of Science in Medicine (South Western Sydney School) (Research)
Degree code : 2821
- Minimum years
- 2 years
- Entry
- February and September
- Career Opportunities
- UNSW Australia provides an excellent opportunity for students to undertake either a Doctor of Philosophy or Master of Science, Medicine or Surgery through the South Western Sydney Clinical School. The School is located in the fastest growing parts of the Sydney and is located in some of the busiest clinical services in NSW. Liverpool and Bankstown Hospitals, along with the Ingham Institute for Applied Medical Research, provide excellent venues for undertaking a higher degree in a range of clinical disciplines.
Master of Science in Medicine (St George and Sutherland Clinical School) (Research)
Degree code : 2822
- Minimum years
- 2 years
- Entry
- February and September
- Career Opportunities
- A higher degree that has a substantial clinical interface can best be undertaken in an atmosphere where there is access to top quality clinicians and scientists who work in a collaborative manner advancing and innovating in health and disease. St George Clinical School provides for that vibrant and dynamic environment with nearly 200 active clinicians participating in research and education. Our Research Supervisors have outstanding international reputations and work in a wide range of areas from immune malfunctions to gastro enteric pathology to disorders of bone joints and spine along with a very active research program in cancer diagnostic and treatment. Collaborations and interdisciplinary interactions are a hallmark.
Master of Science in Medicine (St Vincents Clinical School)
Degree code : 2823
- Minimum years
- 2 years
- Entry
- February and September
- Career Opportunities
- Our association with the staff of St Vincent's Hospital and its co-located research institutes and facilities allows our students and staff opportunities to thrive in an atmosphere of dedication and excellence. State of the art clinical skill, information and computing resources are available on site. Our School's Strategic Plan (list the website link) outlines our broad and detailed goals in the areas of student experience, research, community engagement and capabilities and resources. We aim to refine and improve our performance in teaching, strengthen the breadth and depth of our research performance, actively participate in community service initiatives and provide efficient and effective support systems for professional development.
Psychiatry6
Doctor of Philosophy (Psychiatry)
Degree code : 1800
- Minimum years
- 3 to 4 Years
- Entry
- February and September
- Career Opportunities
- The School of Psychiatry attaches the highest priority to the attainment of research excellence and to the advancement of knowledge relevant to psychiatry as a scientific and professional discipline. Accordingly it aims to foster an intellectually stimulating learning environment and to ensure that the requisite infrastructure support is provided. Postgraduate students are seen as vitally important contributors to the development and maintenance of the intellectual activities of the School and the School's research reputation. Postgraduate students are considered to be members of a research team lead by their supervisor(s). Wherever appropriate the students should be allowed to use the full range of expertise and facilities available within the School to support the conduct of their research. They are strongly encouraged to present their research findings at suitable scientific and professional meetings and to submit their work for review and publication in refereed journals of international stature. On completion of their degrees, they should see themselves and be seen by others, as professional medical researchers who are capable of carrying out high quality research on questions of genuine significance and thus fully prepared to contribute to the advancement of knowledge within the discipline.
Graduate Certificate in Forensic Mental Health
Degree code : 7312
- Minimum years
- 1 year part-time by distance
- Entry
- February and September
- Career Opportunities
- Private practice in Forensic Mental Health in the areas of health, law and criminology. Other stakeholders, include government bodies such as Corrections, Community Services, Fire Brigade and the Police Force. Further opportunities can be found in the judiciary, legal agencies and the Attorney-Generals department. Juvenile Justice and District Mental Health Services provide additional employment.
Graduate Diploma in Forensic Mental Health
Degree code : 5512
- Minimum years
- 0.8 years by distance
- Entry
- February and September
- Career Opportunities
- Private practice in Forensic Mental Health in the areas of health, law and criminology. Other stakeholders, include government bodies such as Corrections, Community Services, Fire Brigade and the Police Force. Further opportunities can be found in the judiciary, legal agencies and the Attorney-Generals department. Juvenile Justice and District Mental Health Services provide additional employment.
Master of Forensic Mental Health
Degree code : 9012
- Minimum years
- 1 year by distance
- Entry
- February and September
- Career Opportunities
- Private practice in Forensic Mental Health in the areas of health, law and criminology. Other stakeholders, include government bodies such as Corrections, Community Services, Fire Brigade and the Police Force. Further opportunities can be found in the judiciary, legal agencies and the Attorney-Generals department. Juvenile Justice and District Mental Health Services provide additional employment.
Master of Philosophy in Forensic Mental Health
Degree code : 2712
- Minimum years
- 1.7 years
- Entry
- February and September
- Career Opportunities
- The Master of Philosophy in Mental Health is a research degree designed to provide research training for candidates wishing to progress to a PhD, or who wish to develop competence in researching Forensic Mental Health.
Master of Science (Psychiatry) (Research)
Degree code : 2880
- Minimum years
- 2 years
- Entry
- February and September
- Career Opportunities
- The School of Psychiatry attaches the highest priority to the attainment of research excellence and to the advancement of knowledge relevant to psychiatry as a scientific and professional discipline. Accordingly it aims to foster an intellectually stimulating learning environment and to ensure that the requisite infrastructure support is provided. Postgraduate students are seen as vitally important contributors to the development and maintenance of the intellectual activities of the School and the School's research reputation. Postgraduate students are considered to be members of a research team lead by their supervisor(s). Wherever appropriate the students should be allowed to use the full range of expertise and facilities available within the School to support the conduct of their research. They are strongly encouraged to present their research findings at suitable scientific and professional meetings and to submit their work for review and publication in refereed journals of international stature. On completion of their degrees, they should see themselves and be seen by others, as professional medical researchers who are capable of carrying out high quality research on questions of genuine significance and thus fully prepared to contribute to the advancement of knowledge within the discipline.
Public Health and Community Medicine41
Doctor of Philosophy (Medical Education)
Degree code : 1841
- Minimum years
- 3 to 4 Years
- Entry
- February and September
- Career Opportunities
- Many of our alumni are leaders in the health sector, and these relationships place us at the forefront of translation of research into practice. We seek to promote health, prevent disease and strengthen health systems in Australia and the region, and continually work at the interface of research translation. We have a vibrant and active research culture, evidenced in the activities of our many research students (currently over 140 enrolled) and academic staff, our track record of high impact publications, our successful history of research grants, and the transdisciplinary backgrounds and experience of our academic, research and conjoint staff.
Doctor of Philosophy (Public Health & Community Medicine)
Degree code : 1835
- Minimum years
- 3 to 4 Years
- Entry
- February and September
- Career Opportunities
- Many of our alumni are leaders in the health sector, and these relationships place us at the forefront of translation of research into practice. We seek to promote health, prevent disease and strengthen health systems in Australia and the region, and continually work at the interface of research translation. We have a vibrant and active research culture, evidenced in the activities of our many research students (currently over 140 enrolled) and academic staff, our track record of high impact publications, our successful history of research grants, and the transdisciplinary backgrounds and experience of our academic, research and conjoint staff.
Graduate Certificate in Health Management
Degree code : 7360
- Minimum years
- 0.7 year full-time or 1 year part-time by distance learning
- Entry
- February, June and September
- Professional recognition
- This program is recognised by the Australasian College of Health Service Management.
Graduate Certificate in Infectious Diseases Intelligence
Degree code : 7362
- Minimum years
- 0.7 year full-time or 1 year part-time
- Entry
- February and September
Graduate Certificate in International Public Health
Degree code : 7367
- Minimum years
- 0.7 year full-time or 1 year part-time
- Entry
- February, June and September
Graduate Certificate in Public Health
Degree code : 7368
- Minimum years
- 0.7 year full-time or 1 year part-time by distance learning
- Entry
- February, June and September
Graduate Diploma in Health Management
Degree code : 5509
- Minimum years
- 0.7 year full-time or 2 years part-time
- Entry
- February, June and September
- Professional recognition
- This program is recognised by the Australasian College of Health Service Management.
Graduate Diploma in Infectious Diseases Intelligence
Degree code : 5362
- Minimum years
- 0.7 year full-time or 2+ years part-time
- Entry
- February, June and September
Graduate Diploma in International Public Health
Degree code : 5567
- Minimum years
- 0.7 year full-time or 1 year part-time
- Entry
- February, June and September
Graduate Diploma in Public Health
Degree code : 5507
- Minimum years
- 0.7 year full-time or 1 year part-time
- Entry
- February, June and September
Master of Health Administration (Research)
Degree code : 2960
- Minimum years
- 2 years
- Entry
- February and September
- Career Opportunities
- Many of our alumni are leaders in the health sector, and these relationships place us at the forefront of translation of research into practice. We seek to promote health, prevent disease and strengthen health systems in Australia and the region, and continually work at the interface of research translation. We have a vibrant and active research culture, evidenced in the activities of our many research students (currently over 140 enrolled) and academic staff, our track record of high impact publications, our successful history of research grants, and the transdisciplinary backgrounds and experience of our academic, research and conjoint staff.
Master of Health Management
Degree code : 8901
- Minimum years
- 1 year full-time or 2 years part-time by distance learning
- Entry
- February and September
- Professional recognition
- This program is recognised by the Royal Australasian College of Medical Administrators and the Australasian College of Health Service Management.
Master of Health Management (Extension)
Degree code : 8902
- Minimum years
- 1.7 years full-time or 3 years part-time
- Entry
- February, June and September
- Professional recognition
- This program is recognised by the Royal Australasian College of Medical Administrators and the Australasian College of Health Service Management.
Master of Health Management (Extension)/Infectious Disease Intelligence
Degree code : 9368
- Minimum years
- 2 years full-time
- Entry
- February, June and September
Master of Health Management (Extension)/International Public Health
Degree code : 9058
- Minimum years
- 2 years
- Entry
- February, June and September
Master of Health Management/Infectious Diseases Intelligence (Extension)
Degree code : 9365
- Minimum years
- 2 years full-time
- Entry
- February, June and September
Master of Health Management/Master of Infectious Disease Intelligence
Degree code : 9041
- Minimum years
- 1.7 years full-time or 3 years part-time
- Entry
- February, June and September
Master of Health Professions Education (Research)
Degree code : 2885
- Minimum years
- 2 years
- Entry
- February and September
- Career Opportunities
- The School of Public Health and Community Medicine is a leading Australian and regional school for the related disciplines of public health, health management and community medicine, with an extensive alumni network in Australia and the Asia Pacific region. Many of our alumni are leaders in the health sector, and these relationships place us at the forefront of translation of research into practice. We seek to promote health, prevent disease and strengthen health systems in Australia and the region, and continually work at the interface of research translation. We have a vibrant and active research culture, evidenced in the activities of our many research students (currently over 140 enrolled) and academic staff, our track record of high impact publications, our successful history of research grants, and the transdisciplinary backgrounds and experience of our academic, research and conjoint staff.
Master of Infectious Diseases Intelligence
Degree code : 8362
- Minimum years
- 0.7 year full-time or 2 years part-time
- Entry
- February, June and September
- Career Opportunities
- The Master of Infectious Diseases Intelligence (MIDI) is essential for a career in health emergencies, outbreaks, infectious diseases risk assessment and emergency response related to infectious diseases and other threats.
Master of Infectious Diseases Intelligence (Extension)
Degree code : 9362
- Minimum years
- 1.7 years
- Entry
- February, June and September
Master of International Public Health
Degree code : 9048
- Minimum years
- 1 year full-time or 2 years part-time
- Entry
- February, June and September
Master of International Public Health (Extension)
Degree code : 9051
- Minimum years
- 1.5 years
- Entry
- February, June and September
Master of International Public Health (Extension) / Health Management
Degree code : 9053
- Minimum years
- 2 years
- Entry
- February, June and September
Master of International Public Health (Extension)/Infectious Diseases Intelligence
Degree code : 9367
- Minimum years
- 2 years full-time
- Entry
- February, June and September
Master of International Public Health / Health Management
Degree code : 9044
- Minimum years
- 1.7 years full-time
- Entry
- February, June and September
Master of International Public Health / Master of Public Health (Extension)
Degree code : 9054
- Minimum years
- 2 years
- Entry
- February, June and September
Master of International Public Health / Public Health
Degree code : 9043
- Minimum years
- 1.7 years full-time or 3 years part-time
- Entry
- February, June and September
Master of International Public Health/Infectious Diseases Intelligence (Extension)
Degree code : 9364
- Minimum years
- 2 years full-time
- Entry
- February, June and September
Master of International Public Health/Master of Infectious Disease Intelligence
Degree code : 9042
- Minimum years
- 1.7 years full-time or 3 years part-time
- Entry
- February, June and September
Master of Philosophy in Public Health
Degree code : 2713
- Minimum years
- 1.7 years
- Entry
- February and September
- Career Opportunities
- Candidates develop competence in undertaking research in the field of public health through a combination of coursework and research. MPhil candidates can upgrade to a PhD, subject to School and Faculty approval.
Master of Public Health
Degree code : 9045
- Minimum years
- 1 year full-time or 2 years part-time
- Entry
- February, June and September
Master of Public Health (Extension)
Degree code : 9046
- Minimum years
- 1.7 years
- Entry
- February, June and September
Master of Public Health (Extension) / Health Management
Degree code : 9056
- Minimum years
- 2 years
- Entry
- February, June and September
Master of Public Health (Extension)/Infectious Diseases Intelligence
Degree code : 9366
- Minimum years
- 2 years full-time
- Entry
- February, June and September
Master of Public Health (Research)
Degree code : 2845
- Minimum years
- 2 years
- Entry
- February and September
- Career Opportunities
- The School of Public Health and Community Medicine is a leading Australian and regional school for the related disciplines of public health, health management and community medicine, with an extensive alumni network in Australia and the Asia Pacific region. Many of our alumni are leaders in the health sector, and these relationships place us at the forefront of translation of research into practice. We seek to promote health, prevent disease and strengthen health systems in Australia and the region, and continually work at the interface of research translation. We have a vibrant and active research culture, evidenced in the activities of our many research students (currently over 140 enrolled) and academic staff, our track record of high impact publications, our successful history of research grants, and the transdisciplinary backgrounds and experience of our academic, research and conjoint staff.
Master of Public Health / Health Management
Degree code : 9047
- Minimum years
- 1.7 years
- Entry
- February, June and September
Master of Public Health / Master of Health Management (Extension)
Degree code : 9057
- Minimum years
- 2 years
- Entry
- February, June and September
Master of Public Health/Infectious Diseases Intelligence (Extension)
Degree code : 9363
- Minimum years
- 2 years full-time
- Entry
- February, June and September
Master of Public Health/International Public Health (Extension)
Degree code : 9052
- Minimum years
- 2 years
- Entry
- February, June and September
Master of Public Health/Master of Infectious Diseases Intelligence
Degree code : 9059
- Minimum years
- 1.7 years full-time
- Entry
- February, June and September
Master of Science (Community Medicine) (Research)
Degree code : 2810
- Minimum years
- 2 years
- Entry
- February and September
- Career Opportunities
- Many of our alumni are leaders in the health sector, and these relationships place us at the forefront of translation of research into practice. We seek to promote health, prevent disease and strengthen health systems in Australia and the region, and continually work at the interface of research translation. We have a vibrant and active research culture, evidenced in the activities of our many research students (currently over 140 enrolled) and academic staff, our track record of high impact publications, our successful history of research grants, and the transdisciplinary backgrounds and experience of our academic, research and conjoint staff.
Rural Health2
Doctor of Philosophy (Rural Health)
Degree code : 1795
- Minimum years
- 3 to 4 Years
- Entry
- February and September
- Career Opportunities
- Many of our alumni are leaders in the health sector, and these relationships place us at the forefront of translation of research into practice. We seek to promote health, prevent disease and strengthen health systems in Australia and the region, and continually work at the interface of research translation. We have a vibrant and active research culture, evidenced in the activities of our many research students (currently over 140 enrolled) and academic staff, our track record of high impact publications, our successful history of research grants, and the transdisciplinary backgrounds and experience of our academic, research and conjoint staff.
Master of Science (Rural Health) (Research)
Degree code : 2835
- Minimum years
- 2 years
- Entry
- February and September
- Career Opportunities
- Many of our alumni are leaders in the health sector, and these relationships place us at the forefront of translation of research into practice. We seek to promote health, prevent disease and strengthen health systems in Australia and the region, and continually work at the interface of research translation. We have a vibrant and active research culture, evidenced in the activities of our many research students (currently over 140 enrolled) and academic staff, our track record of high impact publications, our successful history of research grants, and the transdisciplinary backgrounds and experience of our academic, research and conjoint staff.
Surgery8
Doctor of Philosophy in Surgery (Prince of Wales Clinical School)
Degree code : 1810
- Minimum years
- 3 to 4 Years
- Entry
- February and September
- Career Opportunities
- Prince of Wales Clinical School (POWCS) has a long tradition of integrating research, teaching, and clinical care. We have world class research facilities, based in the Prince of Wales Hospital in the clinically related disciplines of neurology, nephrology, respiratory, surgery, oncology, amongst others. We also have close affiliations with many centres of renown such as the St Vincent's Hospital and Garvan Institute. We provide excellent infrastructure and support to our postgraduate students to pursue high quality research. We encourage you to peruse the information that follows, which we hope may attract you to join us in what we believe will be a rewarding, educational and collegial experience for you.
Doctor of Philosophy in Surgery (South Western Sydney Clinical School)
Degree code : 1811
- Minimum years
- 3 to 4 years
- Entry
- February and September
- Career Opportunities
- UNSW Australia provides an excellent opportunity for students to undertake either a Doctor of Philosophy or Master of Science, Medicine or Surgery through the South Western Sydney Clinical School. The School is located in the fastest growing parts of the Sydney and is located in some of the busiest clinical services in NSW. Liverpool and Bankstown Hospitals, along with the Ingham Institute for Applied Medical Research, provide excellent venues for undertaking a higher degree in a range of clinical disciplines.
Doctor of Philosophy in Surgery (St George and Sutherland Clinical School
Degree code : 1812
- Minimum years
- 3 to 4 Years
- Entry
- February and September
- Career Opportunities
- A higher degree that has a substantial clinical interface can best be undertaken in an atmosphere where there is access to top quality clinicians and scientists who work in a collaborative manner advancing and innovating in health and disease. St George Clinical School provides for that vibrant and dynamic environment with nearly 200 active clinicians participating in research and education. Our Research Supervisors have outstanding international reputations and work in a wide range of areas from immune malfunctions to gastro enteric pathology to disorders of bone joints and spine along with a very active research program in cancer diagnostic and treatment. Collaborations and interdisciplinary interactions are a hallmark.
Doctor of Philosophy in Surgery (St Vincents Clinical School)
Degree code : 1813
- Minimum years
- 3 to 4 years
- Entry
- February and September
- Career Opportunities
- Our association with the staff of St Vincent's Hospital and its co-located research institutes and facilities allows our students and staff opportunities to thrive in an atmosphere of dedication and excellence. State of the art clinical skill, information and computing resources are available on site. Our School's Strategic Plan (list the website link) outlines our broad and detailed goals in the areas of student experience, research, community engagement and capabilities and resources. We aim to refine and improve our performance in teaching, strengthen the breadth and depth of our research performance, actively participate in community service initiatives and provide efficient and effective support systems for professional development.
Master of Surgery (Research) (Prince of Wales Clinical School)
Degree code : 2860
- Minimum years
- 2 years
- Entry
- February and September
- Career Opportunities
- Prince of Wales Clinical School (POWCS) has a long tradition of integrating research, teaching, and clinical care. We have world class research facilities, based in the Prince of Wales Hospital in the clinically related disciplines of neurology, nephrology, respiratory, surgery, oncology, amongst others. We also have close affiliations with many centres of renown such as the St Vincent's Hospital and Garvan Institute. We provide excellent infrastructure and support to our postgraduate students to pursue high quality research. We encourage you to peruse the information that follows, which we hope may attract you to join us in what we believe will be a rewarding, educational and collegial experience for you.
Master of Surgery (Research) (South Western Sydney Clinical School)
Degree code : 2861
- Minimum years
- 2 years
- Entry
- February and September
- Career Opportunities
- UNSW Australia provides an excellent opportunity for students to undertake either a Doctor of Philosophy or Master of Science, Medicine or Surgery through the South Western Sydney Clinical School. The School is located in the fastest growing parts of the Sydney and is located in some of the busiest clinical services in NSW. Liverpool and Bankstown Hospitals, along with the Ingham Institute for Applied Medical Research, provide excellent venues for undertaking a higher degree in a range of clinical disciplines.
Master of Surgery (Research) (St George and Sutherland Clinical School)
Degree code : 2862
- Minimum years
- 2 years
- Entry
- February and September
- Career Opportunities
- A higher degree that has a substantial clinical interface can best be undertaken in an atmosphere where there is access to top quality clinicians and scientists who work in a collaborative manner advancing and innovating in health and disease. St George Clinical School provides for that vibrant and dynamic environment with nearly 200 active clinicians participating in research and education. Our Research Supervisors have outstanding international reputations and work in a wide range of areas from immune malfunctions to gastro enteric pathology to disorders of bone joints and spine along with a very active research program in cancer diagnostic and treatment. Collaborations and interdisciplinary interactions are a hallmark.
Master of Surgery (Research) (St Vincents Clinical School)
Degree code : 2863
- Minimum years
- 2 years
- Entry
- February and September
- Career Opportunities
- Our association with the staff of St Vincent's Hospital and its co-located research institutes and facilities allows our students and staff opportunities to thrive in an atmosphere of dedication and excellence. State of the art clinical skill, information and computing resources are available on site. Our School's Strategic Plan (list the website link) outlines our broad and detailed goals in the areas of student experience, research, community engagement and capabilities and resources. We aim to refine and improve our performance in teaching, strengthen the breadth and depth of our research performance, actively participate in community service initiatives and provide efficient and effective support systems for professional development.
Women's and Children's Health9
Doctor of Philosophy (Obstetrics and Gynaecology)
Degree code : 1820
- Minimum years
- 3 to 4 Years
- Entry
- February and September
- Career Opportunities
- The School of Women's and Children's Health offers a diverse range of Masters by Research and PhD programs to local and international candidates. Students can develop their research career under internationally recognised researchers in many sub-specialties of Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Paediatrics, Perinatal & Reproductive epidemiology and statistics, and based at Children's Cancer Institute Australia. Research programs can be undertaken in clinical, laboratory or epidemiological studies.
Doctor of Philosophy (Paediatrics)
Degree code : 1830
- Minimum years
- 3 to 4 Years
- Entry
- February and September
- Career Opportunities
- The School of Women's and Children's Health offers a diverse range of Masters by Research and PhD programs to local and international candidates. Students can develop their research career under internationally recognised researchers in many sub-specialties of Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Paediatrics, Perinatal & Reproductive epidemiology and statistics, and based at Children's Cancer Institute Australia. Research programs can be undertaken in clinical, laboratory or epidemiological studies.
Graduate Certificate in Reproductive Medicine
Degree code : 7379
- Minimum years
- 0.7 year full-time or 1+ years part-time
- Entry
- February and September
- Career Opportunities
- The reproductive medicine postgraduate programs will enhance the career prospects of doctors and trainees in obstetrics and gynaecology who wish to specialise in reproductive medicine and surgery. Some will see this as part of the lead up to registration for CREI training, others will use it as part of a more general enhancement of their understanding of this area of practice. However, the opportunities presented by this program are far broader than this.
Graduate Certificate in Women's Health Medicine
Degree code : 7014
- Minimum years
- 0.7 year full-time or 1 year part-time by distance learning
- Entry
- February and September
Graduate Diploma in Reproductive Medicine
Degree code : 5508
- Minimum years
- 0.7 year full-time or 2+ years part-time
- Entry
- February and September
- Career Opportunities
- The reproductive medicine postgraduate programs will enhance the career prospects of doctors and trainees in obstetrics and gynaecology who wish to specialise in reproductive medicine and surgery. Some will see this as part of the lead up to registration for CREI training, others will use it as part of a more general enhancement of their understanding of this area of practice. However, the opportunities presented by this program are far broader than this.
Master of Reproductive Medicine
Degree code : 9065
- Minimum years
- 1 year
- Entry
- February and September
- Professional recognition
- The reproductive medicine postgraduate programs are not produced in collaboration with RANZCOG or RCOG. However the course content is recognised by both these bodies as being applicable to those wishing to register for CREI or some specialised training in reproductive medicine.
- Career Opportunities
- The reproductive medicine postgraduate programs will enhance the career prospects of doctors and trainees in obstetrics and gynaecology who wish to specialise in reproductive medicine and surgery. Some will see this as part of the lead up to registration for CREI training, others will use it as part of a more general enhancement of their understanding of this area of practice. However, the opportunities presented by this program are far broader than this.
Master of Science (Obstetrics and Gynaecology) (Research)
Degree code : 2830
- Minimum years
- 2 years
- Entry
- February and September
- Career Opportunities
- The School of Women's and Children's Health offers a diverse range of Masters by Research and PhD programs to local and international candidates. Students can develop their research career under internationally recognised researchers in many sub-specialties of Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Paediatrics, Perinatal & Reproductive epidemiology and statistics, and based at Children's Cancer Institute Australia. Research programs can be undertaken in clinical, laboratory or epidemiological studies.
Master of Science (Paediatrics) (Research)
Degree code : 2805
- Minimum years
- 2 years
- Entry
- February and September
- Career Opportunities
- The School of Women's and Children's Health offers a diverse range of Masters by Research and PhD programs to local and international candidates. Students can develop their research career under internationally recognised researchers in many sub-specialties of Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Paediatrics, Perinatal & Reproductive epidemiology and statistics, and based at Children's Cancer Institute Australia. Research programs can be undertaken in clinical, laboratory or epidemiological studies.
Master of Women's Health Medicine
Degree code : 9014
- Minimum years
- 1 year full-time or 2+ years part-time
- Entry
- February and September
- Career Opportunities
- This program provides you with an opportunity to develop and expand your knowledge in the field of woman's health medicine, whether you are presently working in this field or are intending to do so. This depth of knowledge may be particularly useful to you if you are working in areas such as clinical education, policy and procedure development and if you are committed to a high standard of contemporary clinical practice. Successful completion of this postgraduate study program may also provide you with a competitive advantage if you are seeking employment in this field
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