Monash University

Areas of study by faculty: Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences

Students who commenced study in 2013 should refer to this area of study entry for direction on the requirments; to check which units are currently available for enrolment, refer to the unit indexes in the the current edition of the Handbook. If you have any queries contact the managing faculty for your area of study.

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This area of study entry applies to students commencing this course in 2013 and should be read in conjunction with the relevant course entry in the Handbook. Any units listed for this area of study relate only to the 'Requirements' outlined in the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences component of any bachelors double degrees.

Managing facultyFaculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
Offered bySchool of Psychology and Psychiatry
Campus(es)Clayton

Notes

  • Unit codes that are not linked to their entry in the Handbook are not available for study in the current year.

Description

Behavioural neuroscience is an exciting biomedical science that addresses the biological basis of behaviour and cognition. In recent years there has been a rapid expansion of knowledge concerning the biochemical, anatomical and physiological correlates of brain function and dysfunction. This knowledge has substantially enhanced our understanding of the way the brain influences behaviour and cognition, and vice versa.

Students wishing to specialise in this field can complete a degree in psychology or science and progress into postgraduate research in the area of behavioural neuroscience. Through site visits and discussions with clinicians, students acquire an appreciation of the central role that neuroscience plays in the treatment of neurological and psychiatric disorders. Students gain practical laboratory skills and learn to record, analyse and critically evaluate scientific data, and how to present their findings as oral, written or web-based reports.

Units

For the schedule of units required to complete a given course in this area of study, refer to the Handbook entry for the relevant course.

Contact details

Relevant courses

3514 Honours degree of Bachelor of Behavioural Neuroscience


Managing facultyFaculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
Campus(es)City (Melbourne)

Notes

  • Unit codes that are not linked to their entry in the Handbook are not available for study in the current year.

Description

This interdisciplinary area of study covers areas such as comparative moral theory, research bioethics in an international setting, quantitative and qualitative research methodology, critical appraisal techniques and relevant law topics.

At Monash, particular emphasis is given to ethical issues associated with research in developing countries in the Asia-Pacific Region. Students gain a strong theoretical framework, significant experience with ethics committees and considerable involvement with local organisations concerned with the development of bioethical policy and its implementation.

Units

For the schedule of units required to complete a given course in this area of study, refer to the Handbook entry for the relevant course.

Contact details

Research Degrees Office: telephone +61 3 9905 4313; email med-research.degrees@monash.edu or visit http://www.med.monash.edu.au/pgrad/research

Relevant courses

  • 2970 Master of Biomedical Science (Part 1)*
  • 2977 Master of Biomedical Science*
  • 3438 Master of Philosophy*
  • 0047 Doctor of Philosophy*
  • 3852 Doctor of Medicine (Supervised)*

* By research.


Managing facultyFaculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
Campus(es)Caulfield, City (Melbourne), Clayton

Notes

  • Unit codes that are not linked to their entry in the Handbook are not available for study in the current year.

Description

Biomedical science is an interdisciplinary area of study and includes aspects of anatomy, biochemistry, cell biology, clinical medicine, epidemiology, genetics, immunology, microbiology, molecular biology, pharmacology and preventive medicine, and physiology.

Courses in this area of study have been designed to provide the student with the skills necessary to understand and investigate the functions of humans and other mammals and include aspects of the traditional biomedical sciences.

Units

For the schedule of units required to complete a given course in this area of study, refer to the Handbook entry for the relevant course.

Contact details

Research Degrees Office: telephone +61 3 9905 4313; email med-research.degrees@monash.edu or visit http://www.med.monash.edu.au/pgrad/research

Relevant courses

  • 2970 Master of Biomedical Science (Part 1)*
  • 2977 Master of Biomedical Science*
  • 3438 Master of Philosophy*
  • 3852 Doctor of Medicine (Supervised)*
  • 0047 Doctor of Philosophy*

* By research.

This area of study entry applies to students commencing this course in 2013 and should be read in conjunction with the relevant course entry in the Handbook. Any units listed for this area of study relate only to the 'Requirements' outlined in the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences component of any bachelors double degrees.

Managing facultyFaculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
Offered bySchool of Biomedical Sciences
Campus(es)Clayton

Notes

  • Unit codes that are not linked to their entry in the Handbook are not available for study in the current year.

Description

Biomedical science is an interdisciplinary area of study and includes aspects of anatomy and developmental biology, biochemistry, cell biology, clinical medicine, epidemiology, genetics, immunology, microbiology, molecular biology, pharmacology and preventive medicine, and physiology.

The core units in courses offering this area of study have been designed to provide the student with the skills necessary to understand and investigate the functions of humans and other mammals and include aspects of the traditional biomedical sciences.

Biomedical science at Monash includes major contributions from many of the departments of the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences and the Faculty of Science.

Units

For the schedule of units required to complete a given course in this area of study, refer to the Handbook entry for the relevant course.

Contact details

Telephone +61 3 9902 9400; email: biomed@monash.edu or visit http://www.med.monash.edu.au/biomed

Relevant courses

  • 2230 Bachelor of Biomedical Science
  • 3975 Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Scholar Program)
  • 3976 Bachelor of Biomedical Science Advanced with Honours
  • 4417 Bachelor of Biomedical Science and Bachelor of Commerce
  • 3879 Bachelor of Biomedical Science and Bachelor of Engineering
  • 3356 Bachelor of Biomedical Science and Bachelor of Laws
  • 3528 Bachelor of Biomedical Science and Bachelor of Science
  • 3418 Honours degree of Bachelor of Biomedical Science

Managing facultyFaculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
Offered bySchool of Public Health and Preventive Medicine
Campus(es)City (Melbourne)
CoordinatorProfessor Andrew Forbes

Notes

  • Unit codes that are not linked to their entry in the Handbook are not available for study in the current year.
  • Offered by the Department of Epidemiology and Preventive Medicine in conjunction with Biostatistics Consortium Australia.

Description

Biostatistics is the application of the concepts and practicies of statistics to the various fields of biology. Medical biostatisticians frequently work within the pharmaceutical industry, in public health and in clinical research.

At Monash, courses in this area provide a sound understanding of the theory and application of biostatistics relevant to professional practice. Students acquire skills and experience in complex statistical analyses, identifying and implementing appropriate statistical methodology, communicating biostatistical results and understanding biostatistical literature, and develop the technical skills for commencement in a professional career as a biostatistician.

Units

For the schedule of units required to complete a given course in this area of study, refer to the Handbook entry for the relevant course.

Contact details

Postgraduate Office: telephone +61 3 9903 0563; email pgradenq@monash.edu. or visit http://www.med.monash.edu or /epidemiology/pgrad/

Research Degrees Office: telephone +61 3 9905 4313; email med-research.degrees@monash.edu or visit http://www.med.monash.edu.au/pgrad/research

Relevant courses

  • 3420 Graduate Certificate in Biostatistics
  • 3421 Graduate Diploma in Biostatistics
  • 2970 Master of Biomedical Science (Part 1)*
  • 2977 Master of Biomedical Science*
  • 3422 Master of Biostatistics
  • 3438 Master of Philosophy*
  • 3852 Doctor of Medicine (Supervised)*
  • 0047 Doctor of Philosophy*

* By research.


This area of study entry applies to students commencing this course in 2013 and should be read in conjunction with the relevant course entry in the Handbook. Any units listed for this area of study relate only to the 'Requirements' outlined in the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences component of any bachelors double degrees.

Managing facultyFaculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
Offered bySchool of Biological Sciences
Campus(es)Clayton

Notes

  • Unit codes that are not linked to their entry in the Handbook are not available for study in the current year.

Description

Studies in biotechnology at Monash provides graduates with a strong foundation in the science disciplines of biology, chemistry and mathematics as well as skills and techniques in molecular biology, microbiology and biochemistry. Students complete units specifically addressing issues relevant to the biotechnology industry, including ethics, business and law.

Units

For the schedule of units required to complete a given course in this area of study, refer to the Handbook entry for the the relevant course.

Sequence requirements

Students complete a major sequence to specialise in an area of biotechnology. The area of specialisation is selected after stage one and is in one of the following areas:

  • biomolecular processing
  • chemical biotechnology
  • medical biotechnology
  • materials and nanotechnology
  • plant and animal biotechnology
  • pharmaceutical chemistry.

At stage four of the course, students either complete an honours year program involving independent research, analysis and a combination of coursework and project unit covering application and commercialisation aspects of biotechnology, or a program of advanced coursework.

Contact details

Telephone + 61 3 9905 4604; email sci-enquiries@monash.edu

Relevant courses

3527 Bachelor of Biotechnology


Managing facultyFaculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
Offered bySchool of Psychology and Psychiatry
Campus(es)Caulfield, City (Melbourne)

Notes

  • Unit codes that are not linked to their entry in the Handbook are not available for study in the current year.

Description

Studies in child psychotherapy provide the professional skills required to undertake the assessment and psychotherapy of children, adolescents and parents who present with emotional and behavioural difficulties.

Units

For the schedule of units required to complete a given course in this area of study, refer to the Handbook entry for the relevant course

Contact details

Postgraduate course administrator: telephone +61 3 9903 4955; email childpsychotherapy@monash.edu or visit http://www.med.monash.edu.au/psych/course/pgrad/gd-cps-index.html

Research Degrees Office: telephone +61 3 9905 4313; email med-research.degrees@monash.edu or visit http://www.med.monash.edu.au/pgrad/research

Relevant courses

  • 2970 Master of Biomedical Science (Part 1)*
  • 2977 Master of Biomedical Science*
  • 4508 Master of Mental Health Science
  • 3438 Master of Philosophy*
  • 3852 Doctor of Medicine (Supervised)*
  • 0047 Doctor of Philosophy*

* By research.


Managing facultyFaculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
Campus(es)Clayton

Notes

  • Unit codes that are not linked to their entry in the Handbook are not available for study in the current year.

Description

Postgraduate study in the area provides science graduates and health professionals with advanced practical and theoretical training in clinical embryology and is designed to equip graduates with the knowledge and skills required to work in or manage an IVF facility.

A clinical embryologist requires knowledge and understanding of mammalian embryology, treatment strategies for infertility, all IVF processes, cryopreservation and pre-implantation diagnosis along with a clear understanding of total quality management and ethics in IVF.

At Monash, students undertake a range of activities which provide skills training in IVF processes such as embryo handling, andrology, IVF, slow feezing, vitrification, ICSI and biopsy, are provided the opportunity to experience training in research methods and statistics by undertaking a minor research project.

Units

For the schedule of units required to complete a given course in this area of study, refer to the Handbook entry for the relevant course.

Contact details

Postgraduate course administrator: telephone +61 3 9594 7374; email med-eprd@monash.edu or visit http://www.med.monash.edu.au/ob-gyn/research/eprd/

Research Degrees Office: telephone +61 3 9905 4313; email med-research.degrees@monash.edu or visit http://www.med.monash.edu.au/pgrad/research

Relevant courses

  • 0101 Graduate Diploma in Reproductive Sciences
  • 2970 Master of Biomedical Science (Part 1)*
  • 2977 Master of Biomedical Science*
  • 2309 Master of Clinical Embryology
  • 3438 Master of Philosophy*
  • 0100 Master of Reproductive Science
  • 3852 Doctor of Medicine (Supervised)*
  • 0047 Doctor of Philosophy*

* By research.


Managing facultyFaculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
Offered bySchool of Psychology and Psychiatry
Campus(es)Clayton

Notes

  • Unit codes that are not linked to their entry in the Handbook are not available for study in the current year.

Description

Clinical neuropsychology is a field which applies an understanding of the neural basis of cognition, behaviour and emotion to the assessment and treatment of adults and children with neurological disorders.

At Monash, courses prepare students for careers in a broad range of settings, including in acute hospitals, rehabilitation centres, aged care programs, psychiatric settings, paediatric facilities and private practice. Training in clinical neuropsychology is extended through specialisation in a choice of areas, including rehabilitation, forensic psychology, and child, adolescent, geriatric and psychiatric neuropsychology.

Units

For the schedule of units required to complete a given course in this area of study, refer to the Handbook entry for the relevant course.

Contact details

Research Degrees Office: telephone +61 3 9905 4313; email med-research.degrees@monash.edu or visit http://www.med.monash.edu.au/pgrad/research

Relevant courses

  • 2970 Master of Biomedical Science (Part 1)*
  • 2977 Master of Biomedical Science*
  • 3438 Master of Philosophy*
  • 3852 Doctor of Medicine (Supervised)*
  • 0047 Doctor of Philosophy*
  • 2932 Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Neuropsychology

* By research.


Managing facultyFaculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
Offered bySchool of Psychology and Psychiatry
Campus(es)Clayton

Notes

  • Unit codes that are not linked to their entry in the Handbook are not available for study in the current year.

Description

Postgraduate study in clinical psychology equips psychologists to work in the treatment of children and families, the assessment and management of people in the legal system, or to focus on the application of psychological knowledge to the promotion of health and the prevention and treatment of illness.

Units

For the schedule of units required to complete a given course in this area of study, refer to the Handbook entry for the relevant course.

Contact details

Research Degrees Office: telephone +61 3 9905 4313; email med-research.degrees@monash.edu or visit http://www.med.monash.edu.au/pgrad/research

Relevant courses

  • 2970 Master of Biomedical Science (Part 1)*
  • 2977 Master of Biomedical Science*
  • 3438 Master of Philosophy*
  • 3852 Doctor of Medicine (Supervised)*
  • 0047 Doctor of Philosophy*
  • 2116 Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Psychology*

* By research.


Managing facultyFaculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
Offered bySchool of Public Health and Preventive Medicine
Campus(es)City (Melbourne)

Notes

  • Unit codes that are not linked to their entry in the Handbook are not available for study in the current year.

Description

The area of clinical epidemiology assists health professionals to make rational evidence-based decisions in clinical practice, undertake clinical audits and clinical research projects. Clinical epidemiology attempts to answer clinical questions relevant to the daily practice of medicine and other health sciences, and to improve patient care. It focuses on individuals or groups of patients in clinical settings.

The courses offered in this area of study cover biostatistics, epidemiology, research methods clinical trials, clinical epidemiology, clinical measurement, ethics, good research practice and practical research skills.

Graduates may gain employment within clinical research units in medical, nursing, or allied health science or may apply their skills in their usual employment.

Units

For the schedule of units required to complete a given course in this area of study, refer to the Handbook entry for the relevant course.

Contact details

Postgraduate office: telephone +61 3 9903 0563; email pgradenq@monash.edu or visit http://www.med.monash.edu.au/epidemiology/prad/

Research Degrees Office: telephone +61 3 9905 4313; email med-research.degrees@monash.edu or visit http://www.med.monash.edu.au/pgrad/research

Relevant courses

  • 3416 Graduate Certificate in Clinical Research Methods
  • 0702 Graduate Diploma in Clinical Research Methods
  • 2311 Master of Clinical Research Methods
  • 3438 Master of Philosophy*
  • 0046 Master of Public Health
  • 3852 Doctor of Medicine (Supervised)*
  • 0047 Doctor of Philosophy*

* By research.


Managing facultyFaculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
Campus(es)Peninsula

Notes

  • Unit codes that are not linked to their entry in the Handbook are not available for study in the current year.

Description

The paramedic provides pre-hospital care and treatment for sick and injured people aimed at stabilising and/or improving the patient's condition in preparation for and during transportation to hospital.

Courses within this area of study support students to improve their clinical practice and knowledge related to the delivery of emergency health services, while also preparing them for leadership positions.

The field of community emergency health encompases clinical practice areas of relevance to other health professionals including nurses and doctors who practice within or have an interest in aeromedical retreival, emergency preparedness and disaster health.

Units

For the schedule of units required to complete a given course in this area of study, refer to the Handbook entry for the relevant course.

Contact details

Telephone +61 3 9903 0690; visit http://www.med.monash.edu.au/cehpp

Research Degrees Office: telephone +61 3 9905 4313; email med-research.degrees@monash.edu or visit http://www.med.monash.edu.au/pgrad/research

Relevant courses

  • 3876 Graduate Certificate in Emergency Health
  • 3877 Graduate Diploma of Emergency Health
  • 2970 Master of Biomedical Science (Part 1)*
  • 2977 Master of Biomedical Science*
  • 3878 Master of Emergency Health
  • 3438 Master of Philosophy*
  • 3852 Doctor of Medicine (Supervised)*
  • 0047 Doctor of Philosophy*

* By research.


Managing facultyFaculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
Offered bySchool of Psychology and Psychiatry
Campus(es)Caulfield, Clayton

Notes

  • Unit codes that are not linked to their entry in the Handbook are not available for study in the current year.

Description

Courses in this area are suitable for health care professionals working within the mental health and psychiatric disability fields who wish to upgrade and develop their knowledge and skills in contemporary community mental health practice.

Units

For the schedule of units required to complete a given course in this area of study, refer to the Handbook entry for the relevant course.

Contact details

Postgraduate course administrator: telephone +61 3 9594 1478; email gcmhtp@med.monash.edu.au or visit http://www.med.monash.edu.au/spppm/pgrad/

Research Degrees Office: telephone +61 3 9905 4313; email med-research.degrees@monash.edu or visit http://www.med.monash.edu.au/pgrad/research

Relevant courses

  • 2970 Master of Biomedical Science (Part 1)*
  • 2977 Master of Biomedical Science*
  • 4508 Master of Mental Health Science
  • 3438 Master of Philosophy*
  • 3852 Doctor of Medicine (Supervised)*
  • 0047 Doctor of Philosophy*

* By research.


This area of study entry applies to students commencing this course in 2013 and should be read in conjunction with the relevant course entry in the Handbook. Any units listed for this area of study relate only to the 'Requirements' outlined in the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences component of any bachelors double degrees.

Managing facultyFaculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
Offered bySchool of Primary Health Care
Campus(es)Peninsula

Notes

  • Unit codes that are not linked to their entry in the Handbook are not available for study in the current year.

Description

Studies in emergency health at Monash prepares graduates to provide emergency health care to people in the community. Graduates are primarily employed by ambulance services or emergency medical services throughout Australia.

Course themes include personal and professional development, population health and illness in society, foundations of the paramedic clinician, community-based emergency health in integrated health and emergency systems, and science, knowledge and evidence.

Students also undertake clinical placements with ambulance services and with other health agencies.

Units

For the schedule of units required to complete a given course in this area of study, refer to the Handbook entry for the relevant course.

Contact details

Telephone +61 3 9904 4327; email enquiries.paramedics@monash.edu or visit http://www.med.monash.edu.au/beh

Relevant courses

  • 3445 Bachelor of Emergency Health (Paramedic)
  • 3892 Bachelor of Nursing and Bachelor of Emergency Health (Paramedic)
  • 3881 Honours Degree of Bachelor of Emergency Health (Paramedic)

Managing facultyFaculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
Campus(es)Clayton

Notes

  • Unit codes that are not linked to their entry in the Handbook are not available for study in the current year.

Description

The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners has described family medicine as "whole person care in the context of the family and the community. Continuing care drawing on biomedical, psychological, social and environmental understandings of health

Primary medical care in Australia, and in many other countries, is largely delivered by general practitioners and has a long and proud history as a clinical discipline. As medical information and knowledge develop, general practitioners/family physicians need to manage emerging concepts in practice as well as know how to access information and critically analyse literature.

Courses in this area of study are intended for general practitioners wishing to expand their knowledge and skills in areas relevant to general practice. Students gain critical appraisal skills in reference to the nature of the discipline, its daily practice, and its literature and research base, to meet their own personal and professional needs, as well as the needs of the patients and the community in which they practice.

Units

For the schedule of units required to complete a given course in this area of study, refer to the Handbook entry for the relevant course.

Contact details

Administrative officer, Graduate Studies - Department of General Practice: telephone +61 3 9902 4495; email: genprac@monash.edu or visit http://www.med.monash.edu.au/general-practice/teaching/pgrad.html

Research Degrees Office: telephone +61 3 9905 4313; email med-research.degrees@monash.edu or visit http://www.med.monash.edu.au/pgrad/research

Relevant courses

  • 2970 Master of Biomedical Science (Part 1)*
  • 2977 Master of Biomedical Science*
  • 0099 Master of Family Medicine
  • 2677 Master of Family Medicine (Clinical)
  • 3438 Master of Philosophy*
  • 3852 Doctor of Medicine (Supervised)*
  • 0047 Doctor of Philosophy*

* By research.


Managing facultyFaculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
Offered bySchool of Psychology and Psychiatry
Campus(es)Clayton

Notes

  • Unit codes that are not linked to their entry in the Handbook are not available for study in the current year.

Description

Forensic behavioural science is an emerging field of discourse at the interface of human services and criminal justice systems, which draws on a range of disciplines including psychology, psychiatry, nursing, criminology, law, social work and ethics.

The program in forensic behavioural science has been developed to enhance the knowledge and skills of a broad range of professionals working with people displaying antisocial and criminal behaviour. The program addresses both assessment and management issues, and assists professionals to incorporate 'best practice' principles into their daily work practices.

Units

For the schedule of units required to complete a given course in this area of study, refer to the Handbook entry for the relevant course.

Contact details

School of Psychology and Psychiatry: telephone +61 3 9905 3968; email mmhs.psych@monash.edu or visit http://www.med.monash.edu.au/psych/course/pgrad/mmhs-index.html

Research Degrees Office: telephone +61 3 9905 4313; email med-research.degrees@monash.edu or visit http://www.med.monash.edu.au/pgrad/research

Relevant courses

  • 2970 Master of Biomedical Science (Part 1)*
  • 2977 Master of Biomedical Science*
  • 4508 Master of Mental Health Science
  • 3438 Master of Philosophy*
  • 3972 Master of Social Work (Forensic Studies)
  • 3852 Doctor of Medicine (Supervised)*
  • 0047 Doctor of Philosophy*

* By research.


Managing facultyFaculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
Campus(es)Clayton

Notes

  • Unit codes that are not linked to their entry in the Handbook are not available for study in the current year.

Description

Forensic medicine aims to develop academic standards in clinical forensic medical practice and to produce graduates who have a sound knowledge of medico-legal principles. Students have the opportunity to develop practical skills in research as well as in providing clinical forensic services to the community.

Units

For the schedule of units required to complete a given course in this area of study, refer to the Handbook entry for the relevant course.

Contact details

Forensic Medicine: telephone +61 3 9684 4115, email debbie.hellings@monash.edu

Mental Health Science: telephone +61 3 9905 3968, email pg.psych@monash.edu

Research Degrees Office: telephone +61 3 9905 4313; email med-research.degrees@monash.edu or visit http://www.med.monash.edu.au/pgrad/research

Relevant courses

  • 2970 Master of Biomedical Science (Part 1)*
  • 2977 Master of Biomedical Science*
  • 3412 Master of Forensic Medicine
  • 4508 Master Mental Health Science
  • 3438 Master of Philosophy*
  • 3852 Doctor of Medicine (Supervised)*
  • 0047 Doctor of Philosophy*

* By research.


Managing facultyFaculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences

Notes

  • Unit codes that are not linked to their entry in the Handbook are not available for study in the current year.

Description

Courses in this area of study are designed for health professional educators wishing to study contemporary educational practices and to undertake educational coursework and/or research. Health professional education offers a strong foundation to develop a career path in clinical education at the level of planning, policy, delivery or research.

Units

For the schedule of units required to complete a given course in this area of study, refer to the Handbook entry for the relevant course.

Contact details

Course administrator: telephone +61 3 9905 0090; email courses.hpecourses@monash.edu or visit http://www.med.monash.edu.au/education/healthpeer/

Research Degrees Office: telephone +61 3 9905 4313; email med-research.degrees@monash.edu or visit http://www.med.monash.edu.au/pgrad/research

Relevant courses

  • 3973 Graduate Certificate in Clinical Simulation
  • 3413 Graduate Certificate in Health Professional Education
  • 2970 Master of Biomedical Science (Part 1)*
  • 2977 Master of Biomedical Science*
  • 3860 Master of Health Professional Education
  • 3438 Master of Philosophy*
  • 3852 Doctor of Medicine (Supervised)*
  • 0047 Doctor of Philosophy*

* By research.


This area of study entry applies to students commencing this course in 2013 and should be read in conjunction with the relevant course entry in the Handbook. Any units listed for this area of study relate only to the 'Requirements' outlined in the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences component of any bachelors double degrees.

Managing facultyFaculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
Campus(es)Berwick, Caulfield, South Africa

Notes

  • Unit codes that are not linked to their entry in the Handbook are not available for study in the current year.

Description

Health science is a multi-disciplinary field of study that involves applying scientific approaches to the study of health. It includes aspects of biomedical sciences such as physiology, epidemiology, preventive medicine, and pharmacology, and aspects of social sciences such as sociology, program development and evaluation, and policy analysis.

Undergraduate studies in health science are designed to provide students with foundation skills and knowledge in determinants of health and disease, epidemiology, health care systems, health promotion and disease prevention, policy analysis and health sociology. Courses have a distinctly global orientation, examining Australian and international health challenges. Monash's health science programs are flexible, offering the opportunity to study electives from across the University, and include double degree options with social work or business.

Graduates have a solid foundation for a professional health career in the wide range of public and private sector organisations working to improve health. Employment may be found in public and private sector health organisations, government health departments, non-government health agencies and research centres. Students may also take the course as a pathway to postgraduate clinical programs (e.g. medicine, social work, nursing and allied health) as well as honours and higher degrees by research.

Units

Bachelor of Health Science and Bachelor of Business

To meet the requirements of a health science major in this course, students complete:

(a.) two units from:

  • HSC2041 Working with people
  • HSC2051 Health program planning
  • HSC2062 Communicating health
  • HSC2092 Community development and partnerships
  • HSC2102 Introduction to clinical research
  • HSC2111 Treatments and technologies
  • HSC2142 Research methods in the health sciences

(b.) four units from:

  • HSC3001 Health, law and ethics
  • HSC3011 Contemporary health challenges
  • HSC3041 Disease prevention and control
  • HSC3052 Health promotion in community and organisational settings
  • HSC3061 Health program evaluation
  • HSC3072 Health policy and politics
  • HSC3082 Health promotion practicum
  • HSC3102 Environmental determinants of health and disease
  • HSC3131 Quantitative research design and analysis
  • HSC3132 Action in public health research

For the schedule of units required to complete any other course in this area of study, refer to the Handbook entry for the relevant course.

Contact details

Telephone +61 3 9903 1657; email med-sphpm-ugenq@monash.edu

Relevant courses

  • 3882 Bachelor of Health Science
  • 4503 Bachelor of Health Science and Bachelor of Business
  • 3870 Bachelor Health Science and Bachelor of Social Work
  • 3965 Bachelor Health Science and Bachelor of Social Work (with Honours)
  • 4502 Bachelor of Public Health
  • 3971 Honours degree of the Bachelor of Health Science

Managing facultyFaculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
Offered bySchool of Public Health and Preventive Medicine
Campus(es)City (Melbourne)

Notes

  • Unit codes that are not linked to their entry in the Handbook are not available for study in the current year.

Description

Health services management is aimed at professionals currently in, or seeking to be in, middle or senior health care management positions, and who want to expand their knowledge and skills in the management of health services. It and is particularly suitable for medical and general hospital administrators, clinical doctors, quality assurance managers, team leaders, senior nursing administrators, unit managers and a range of general task coordinators within the health care system.

Units

For the schedule of units required to complete a given course in this area of study, refer to the Handbook entry for the relevant course.

Contact details

Postgraduate office: telephone +61 3 9903 0563; email pgradenq@monash.edu or visit http://www.med.monash.edu.au/epidemiology/pgrad

Research Degrees Office: telephone +61 3 9905 4313; email med-research.degrees@monash.edu or visit http://www.med.monash.edu.au/pgrad/research

Relevant courses

  • 2870 Graduate Certificate in Health Services Management
  • 2314 Graduate Diploma in Health Services Management
  • 2970 Master of Biomedical Science (Part 1)*
  • 2977 Master of Biomedical Science*
  • 2872 Master of Health Services Management
  • 3438 Master of Philosophy*
  • 0046 Master of Public Health
  • 3852 Doctor of Medicine (Supervised)*
  • 0047 Doctor of Philosophy*

* By research.


Managing facultyFaculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
Offered bySchool of Public Health and Preventive Medicine
Campus(es)City (Melbourne), Clayton
CoordinatorAssociate Professor Bebe Loff

Notes

  • Unit codes that are not linked to their entry in the Handbook are not available for study in the current year.
  • Offered in collaboration with the Centre for International Health at the Burnet Institute for Medical Research and Public Health.

Description

International health studies examine the design, implementation and evaluation of programs that address the major public health priorities of communities in developing countries.

Public health issues are presented in the broader context of economic and social development, stressing cultural, political, gender and environmental influences, and the impact of armed conflict and population migration. During their studies students also have the opportunity to learn about human rights, ethics, law and development. Course content is informed by actual field experiences gained by the Burnet Institute in their wide range of health developement projects in more than 20 countries in Asia, the Pacific and Africa.

Units

For the schedule of units required to complete a given course in this area of study, refer to the Handbook entry for the relevant course.

Contact details

Postgraduate office: telephone +61 3 9903 0563; email pgradenq@monash.edu or visit http://www.med.monash.edu.au/epidemiology/pgrad/

Research Degrees Office: telephone +61 3 9905 4313; email med-research.degrees@monash.edu or visit http://www.med.monash.edu.au/pgrad/research

Relevant courses

  • 1884 Graduate Diploma in International Health
  • 2970 Master of Biomedical Science (Part 1)*
  • 2977 Master of Biomedical Science*
  • 3874 Master of International Health
  • 3438 Master of Philosophy*
  • 0046 Master of Public Health
  • 3852 Doctor of Medicine (Supervised)*
  • 0047 Doctor of Philosophy*

* By research.


Managing facultyFaculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
Campus(es)Clayton

Notes

  • Unit codes that are not linked to their entry in the Handbook are not available for study in the current year.

Description

Medical acupuncture is a method of encouraging the body to promote natural healing and to improve functioning. Medical acupuncture is the term used to describe the use of various techniques from the ancient art of acupuncture performed by a doctor trained and licensed in Western medicine, but who has also had training in acupuncture as a specialty practice. Such doctors can use either approach or a combination of both as the need arises. Large numbers of general practice patients have chronic complaints, often exacerbated by drug management; medical acupuncture is an alternative method of care that frequently helps the chronically ill patient.

Suitable for general practitioners, this area of study explores the interlocking role of acupuncture with modern medical care and provides the necessary tools to develop non-pharmacological pain management strategies and promote self-appraisal of drug prescribing/referral patterns for patients with pain. Knowledge and skills gained, in addition to the practical guidance provided, equip general practitioners to practise medical acupuncture with confidence in appropriate clinical conditions.

Units

For the schedule of units required to complete a given course in this area of study, refer to the Handbook entry for the relevant course.

Contact details

Postgraduate office: telephone +61 3 9902 4495; email genprac@monash.edu or visit http://www.med.monash.edu.au/general-practice/teaching/acupuncture.html

Research Degrees Office: telephone +61 3 9905 4313; email med-research.degrees@monash.edu or visit http://www.med.monash.edu.au/pgrad/research

Relevant courses

2678 Graduate Certificate in Medical Acupuncture


Managing facultyFaculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
Campus(es)Clayton

Notes

  • Unit codes that are not linked to their entry in the Handbook are not available for study in the current year.

Description

This area of study provides graduates interested in medical radiations, with the academic, clinical and professional framework that will enable them to be employed in their chosen discipline as competent and qualified medical sonographers or radiation therapists in both the public and private health sectors.

Postgraduate study in medical radiations offers stream-specific study in the disciplines of medical ultrasound and radiation therapy.

Units

For the schedule of units required to complete a given course in this area of study, refer to the Handbook entry for the relevant course.

Contact details

School of Biomedical Sciences office: telephone +61 3 9905 8635; email radiation.sciences@monash.edu or visit http://www.med.monash.edu.au/radiography/postgrad/

Research Degrees Office: telephone +61 3 9905 4313; email med-research.degrees@monash.edu or visit http://www.med.monash.edu.au/pgrad/research

Relevant courses

  • 2970 Master of Biomedical Science (Part 1)*
  • 2977 Master of Biomedical Science*
  • 3889 Master of Medical Radiations
  • 3433 Master of Medical Ultrasound
  • 3438 Master of Philosophy*
  • 3852 Doctor of Medicine (Supervised)*
  • 0047 Doctor of Philosophy*

* By research.


Managing facultyFaculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
Campus(es)Clayton

Notes

  • Unit codes that are not linked to their entry in the Handbook are not available for study in the current year.

Description

Medical Ultrasound is a method of the many 'modalities' that is encountered in the medical imaging department. Its distinctive feature is that it uses high frequency ultrasound to construct an image rather than the traditional x-ray. This means that it is a safe, non-invasive means of creating cross sectional images of the human body. It is also a relatively cost-effective means of imaging.

Ultrasound is used in abdominal, gynaecological and paediatric assessment. The technology enables us to see the movement of organs, see their structure in 3D, and image their microvasculature.

In obstetrics, nearly all pregnant women at some stage see their developing fetus with this technology. While this is going on, they also experience an important medical test which will assist their management. Ultrasound however is used with great diversity beyond obstetrics.

Vascular ultrasound, for instance, allows us to see the blood flow in real-time thus making it possible to discern stenoses in the arteries, or thrombosis of the veins. Musculoskeletal ultrasound allows us to image tiny tendons and nerves for degeneration or tears.

Units

For the schedule of units required to complete a given course in this area of study, refer to the Handbook entry for the relevant course.

Contact details

Relevant courses

  • 2970 Master of Biomedical Science (Part 1)*
  • 2977 Master of Biomedical Science*
  • 3433 Master of Medical Ultrasound
  • 3889 Master of Medical Radiations
  • 3438 Master of Philosophy*
  • 3852 Doctor of Medicine (Supervised)*
  • 0047 Doctor of Philosophy*

* By research.


This area of study entry applies to students commencing this course in 2013 and should be read in conjunction with the relevant course entry in the Handbook. Any units listed for this area of study relate only to the 'Requirements' outlined in the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences component of any bachelors double degrees.

Managing facultyFaculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
Campus(es)Clayton, Gippsland, Sunway

Notes

  • Unit codes that are not linked to their entry in the Handbook are not available for study in the current year.

Description

Undergraduate medicine at Monash examines the individual, population and societal aspects of health and illness, and explores the history and philosophy of the scientific approach to medicine, and the knowledge and concepts that underpin medical and clinical science.

In preparing students to become medical practitioners, studies in this discipline also concentrate on the personal attributes and qualities needed to work as a doctor. Students develop clinical sckills by interacting with a range of healthcare professionals through general practice and rural visits, and gain experience in a wide range of medical work places including accident and emergency, anaesthesia, palliative care, infectious diseases and more.

Units

For the schedule of units required to complete a given course in this area of study, refer to the Handbook entry for the the relevant course.

Medicine courses

Monash University offers the Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) to school leavers via a five-year program of studies at its Clayton and Sunway campuses, and also offers a four-year graduate entry MBBS at Gippsland.

Graduate entry program students will need to have completed (or be in the process of completing) a three-year degree (or equivalent qualification) obtained from an Australian university or a recognised (as determined by Monash University) international higher education institution.

Contact details

Telephone +61 3 9905 2048; fax +61 3 9905 9327; email medicineadmissions@monash.edu

Relevant courses

  • 0040 Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery *
  • 3856 Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery **
  • 3952 Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery ***
  • 1074 Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery and Bachelor of Laws *
  • 0041 Honours degree of Bachelor of Medical Science

* Clayton

** Sunway

*** Gippsland


Managing facultyFaculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences

Notes

  • Unit codes that are not linked to their entry in the Handbook are not available for study in the current year.

Units

For the schedule of units required to complete a given course in this area of study, refer to the Handbook entry for the relevant course.

Contact details

Master of Medicine: Dr Joel Symons: j.symons@alfred.org.au, telephone +61 3 9076 3176; Dr Rishi Mehra: r.mehra@alfred.org.au, telephone +61 3 9076 3176;Professor Paul Myles: p.myles@alfred.org.au, telephone +61 3 9076 3176

Research Degrees Office: telephone +61 3 9905 4313; email med-research.degrees@monash.edu or visit http://www.med.monash.edu.au/pgrad/research

Relevant courses

  • 2970 Master of Biomedical Science (Part 1)*
  • 2977 Master of Biomedical Science*
  • 3896 Master of Medicine
  • 3438 Master of Philosophy*
  • 3443 Master of Surgery*
  • 3852 Doctor of Medicine (Supervised)*
  • 0047 Doctor of Philosophy*

* By research.


Managing facultyFaculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
Campus(es)Clayton, Gippsland, Peninsula

Notes

  • Unit codes that are not linked to their entry in the Handbook are not available for study in the current year.

Description

The study of midwifery at Monash prepares graduates to help women during pregnancy, childbirth and the early parenting period. Midwives work with women to give the necessary support, care, advice and education during pregnancy, labour and the postpartum period.

Midwives can work in a variety of settings such as clinics, hospitals, birthing centres or in the home environment.

Units

For the schedule of units required to complete a given course in this area of study, refer to the Handbook entry for the relevant course.

Contact details

Graduate Diploma of Midwifery

+ Gippsland: administrative officer (postgraduate): telephone +61 3 5122 6936; fax +61 3 9902 6527

+ Clayton: administrative office (postgraduate): telephone +61 3 9905 5428; fax +61 3 9905 4837

+ Visit http://www.med.monash.edu.au/nursing/info-4-students/postgraduate

3565 Master of Clinical Midwifery

+ Peninsula: administrative officer (postgraduate): telephone +61 3 9904 4260; fax +61 3 9904 4655

Research Degrees Office: telephone +61 3 9905 4313; email med-research.degrees@monash.edu or visit http://www.med.monash.edu.au/pgrad/research

Relevant courses

  • 1240 Graduate Diploma of Midwifery
  • 2970 Master of Biomedical Science (Part 1)*
  • 2977 Master of Biomedical Science*
  • 3565 Master of Clinical Midwifery
  • 1396 Master of Nursing (Research)*
  • 3438 Master of Philosophy*
  • 3852 Doctor of Medicine (Supervised)*
  • 0047 Doctor of Philosophy*

* By research.


Managing facultyFaculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
Offered bySchool of Nursing and Midwifery
Campus(es)Berwick, Clayton, Gippsland, Hong Kong, Peninsula

Notes

  • Unit codes that are not linked to their entry in the Handbook are not available for study in the current year.

Description

Postgraduate study in nursing prepares advanced practice nurses with leadership skills to plan, implement and coordinate and evaluate health care, as well as formulate policy for a diverse and multicultural society. Graduates will be well equipped to contribute to the health of individuals, families, communities and the development of the profession.

Units

For the schedule of units required to complete a given course in this area of study, refer to the Handbook entry for the relevant course.

Contact details

Master of Nursing

+ Gippsland: administrative officer (postgraduate): telephone +61 3 99026454; fax +61 3 9902527

+ Peninsula: administrative officer (postgraduate): telephone +61 3 9904 4260; fax +61 3 9904 4655 or visit http://www.med.monash.edu.au/nursing/postgraduate/

+ Clayton: administrative office (postgraduate): telephone +61 3 9905 5428; fax +61 3 9905 4837 or visit http://www.med.monash.edu.au/nursing/postgraduate/

Master of Nursing Practice

+ Clayton: administrative office (postgraduate): telephpone +61 3 9905 5428; fax +61 3 9905 4837

+ Gippsland: administrative officer (postgraduate): telephone +61 3 99026454; fax +61 3 9902527

Research Degrees Office: telephone +61 3 9905 4313; email med-research.degrees@monash.edu or visit http://www.med.monash.edu.au/pgrad/research

Relevant courses

  • 2970 Master of Biomedical Science (Part 1)*
  • 2977 Master of Biomedical Science*
  • 1250 Master of Nursing
  • 1396 Master of Nursing (Research)*
  • 3966 Master of Nursing Practice
  • 3438 Master of Philosophy*
  • 3852 Doctor of Medicine (Supervised)*
  • 0047 Doctor of Philosophy*

* By research.


This area of study entry applies to students commencing this course in 2013 and should be read in conjunction with the relevant course entry in the Handbook. Any units listed for this area of study relate only to the 'Requirements' outlined in the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences component of any bachelors double degrees.

Managing facultyFaculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
Offered bySchool of Nursing and Midwifery
Campus(es)Berwick, Gippsland, Peninsula

Notes

  • Unit codes that are not linked to their entry in the Handbook are not available for study in the current year.

Description

Studies in Nursing at Monash prepares graduates to provide care and education to patients around clinical reasoning, client care, communication, judgement and research in a range of health service areas.

Graduates are prepared to work in a diverse range of settings including hospitals, community settings, general practices, prisons, homes and residential settings.

Units

For the schedule of units required to complete a given course in this area of study, refer to the Handbook entry for the relevant course.

Contact details

Telephone +61 3 9904 4260 (Peninsula); +61 3 9902 6454 (Gippsland); +61 3 9904 7140 (Berwick); email nursing.enquiries@monash.edu or visit http://www.med.monash.edu.au/nursing

Relevant courses

  • 0727 Bachelor of Nursing
  • 4506 Bachelor of Nursing (Community Health)
  • 3892 Bachelor of Nursing and Bachelor of Emergency Health (Paramedic)
  • 3963 Bachelor of Nursing Practice
  • 3953 Bachelor of Nursing Practice and Bachelor of Midwifery
  • 3564 Honours degree of Bachelor of Midwifery
  • 1249 Honours degree of Bachelor of Nursing

This area of study entry applies to students commencing this course in 2013 and should be read in conjunction with the relevant course entry in the Handbook. Any units listed for this area of study relate only to the 'Requirements' outlined in the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences component of any bachelors double degrees.

Managing facultyFaculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
Campus(es)Clayton

Notes

  • Unit codes that are not linked to their entry in the Handbook are not available for study in the current year.

Description

Studies in nutrition provide strong biomedical science training, development of research skills and a comprehensive understanding of the role of food in our society.

All students study health promotion and public health, and depending on the course may undertake a community placement and clinical and food service experience in a range of settings, or a research project.

Graduates will be well equipped to meet a broad range of vocational and academic opportunities and challenges.

Units

For the schedule of units required to complete a given course in this area of study, refer to the Handbook entry for the relevant course.

Contact details

Relevant courses

  • 3404 Bachelor of Nutrition and Dietetics
  • 3956 Bachelor of Nutrition Science
  • 3865 The honours degree of Bachelor of Nutrition and Dietetics

Managing facultyFaculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
Offered bySchool of Public Health and Preventive Medicine
Campus(es)City (Melbourne)
CoordinatorProfessor Malcolm Sim

Notes

  • Unit codes that are not linked to their entry in the Handbook are not available for study in the current year.

Description

Courses in this area are designed to equip workplace professionals with the skills and knowledge to prevent and manage occupational health problems, and evaluate health problems in communities thought to be associated with industrial activities. It is particularly suitable for medical practitioners, nurses, allied health personnel, scientists and occupational health and safety managers.

Units

For the schedule of units required to complete a given course in this area of study, refer to the Handbook entry for the relevant course.

Contact details

Postgraduate office: telephone +61 3 9903 0563; email pgradenq@monash.edu; visit http://www.med.monash.edu.au/epidemiology/pgrad/

Research Degrees Office: telephone +61 3 9905 4313; email med-research.degrees@monash.edu or visit http://www.med.monash.edu.au/pgrad/research

Relevant courses

  • 2868 Graduate Certificate in Occupational Health
  • 0160 Graduate Diploma in Occupational and Environmental Health
  • 2312 Master of Occupational and Environmental Health
  • 3438 Master of Philosophy*
  • 0046 Master of Public Health
  • 3852 Doctor of Medicine (Supervised)*
  • 0047 Doctor of Philosophy*

* By research.


This area of study entry applies to students commencing this course in 2013 and should be read in conjunction with the relevant course entry in the Handbook. Any units listed for this area of study relate only to the 'Requirements' outlined in the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences component of any bachelors double degrees.

Managing facultyFaculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
Offered bySchool of Primary Health Care
Campus(es)Peninsula

Notes

  • Unit codes that are not linked to their entry in the Handbook are not available for study in the current year.

Description

Occupational therapy is a health profession concerned with enabling people of all ages who may have physical, mental, developmental and/or social challenges to participate in their activities of everyday life, thereby, promoting their health and well-being through occupation. Enhancing someone's ability to participate in everyday activities is a central part of occupational therapy practice. 'Occupation' addresses the range of activities that people want or need to do in their everyday lives, such as looking after themselves (self-care), enjoying life (play and leisure), and contributing to the social and economic fabric of their communities (productivity, going to school, being employed).

The occupational therapy curriculum taught at Monash uses a combination of traditional and scenario-based learning methods and teaching techniques and incorporates knowledge from the disciplines of occupational science as well as the biomedical, behavioural and social sciences.

Units

For the schedule of units required to complete a given course in this area of study, refer to the Handbook entry for the relevant course.

Contact details

Telephone +61 3 9904 4466; email occupationaltherapy@monash.edu or visit http://www.med.monash.edu.au/ot

Relevant courses

3869 Bachelor of Occupational Therapy


This area of study entry applies to students commencing this course in 2013 and should be read in conjunction with the relevant course entry in the Handbook. Any units listed for this area of study relate only to the 'Requirements' outlined in the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences component of any bachelors double degrees.

Managing facultyFaculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
Offered bySchool of Primary Health Care
Campus(es)Peninsula

Notes

  • Unit codes that are not linked to their entry in the Handbook are not available for study in the current year.

Description

This program prepares students to graduate as physiotherapists; health care professionals who focus on prevention, assessment and treatment of physical disorders and the promotion of movement and health. Physiotherapists manage the health of people across the lifespan - from the very young to the very old.

Physiotherapy studies include, but are not restricted to, aspects of sports physiotherapy, post-surgical care, trauma and emergency care and the management of strokes and neurological disorders in adults and children.

In physiotherapy studies at Monash, fundamental biomedical and behavioural sciences are introduced alongside the foundations of physiotherapy practice and research, in the context of a case based approach to learning. Students also engage in inter-professional education, where they learn from and about other health disciplines to foster understanding and to assist the development of professional roles and team work in the clinical setting. As studies progress, the emphasis moves to a clinical focus and learning is undertaken primarily in the clinical environment where students gain knowledge and practical experience in the delivery of physiotherapy as a member of the multidisciplinary health care team.

Units

For the schedule of units required to complete a given course in this area of study, refer to the Handbook entry for the relevant course.

Contact details

Telephone +613 9904 4466; email physiotherapy@monash.edu

Relevant courses

  • 3868 Bachelor of Physiotherapy
  • 3891 Bachelor of Physiotherapy (with Honours)

Managing facultyFaculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
Offered bySchool of Psychology and Psychiatry
Campus(es)Clayton

Notes

  • Unit codes that are not linked to their entry in the Handbook are not available for study in the current year.

Description

Courses in this area are designed to equip medical practitioners with training in the academic aspects of psychiatry within the context of a broad clinical training in psychological medicine.

Units

For the schedule of units required to complete a given course in this area of study, refer to the Handbook entry for the relevant course

Contact details

Postgraduate administrative officer: telephone +61 3 9903 4955; email psychological.medicine@monash.edu or visit http://www.med.monash.edu.au/psych/course/pgrad/mpm-index.html

Research Degrees Office: telephone +61 3 9905 4313; email med-research.degrees@monash.edu or visit http://www.med.monash.edu.au/pgrad/research

Relevant courses

  • 2970 Master of Biomedical Science (Part 1)*
  • 2977 Master of Biomedical Science*
  • 3438 Master of Philosophy*
  • 3852 Doctor of Medicine (Supervised)*
  • 0047 Doctor of Philosophy*

* By research.


Managing facultyFaculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
Offered bySchool of Psychology and Psychiatry
Campus(es)Caulfield, Clayton

Notes

  • Unit codes that are not linked to their entry in the Handbook are not available for study in the current year.

Description

Psychology is the study of mind and behaviour. It is a broad scientific discipline that includes investigations of the brain, learning, memory, reasoning, decision making, language, developmental and social processes, personality, and mental health and well being.

Units

For the schedule of units required to complete a given course in this area of study, refer to the Handbook entry for the relevant course

Contact details

Clinical psychology and clinical neuropsychology

+ School of Psychology and Psychiatry: telephone +61 3 9905 3968; email hdr.psych@monash.edu or visit http://www.med.monash.edu.au/psych/course/

Psychology

+ Telephone +61 3 9905 3965; email ug/psych@monash.edu or visit http://www.med.monash.edu.au/psych//course/ugrad/graddippsych-index.html

Research Degrees Office: telephone +61 3 9905 4313; email med-research.degrees@monash.edu or visit http://www.med.monash.edu.au/pgrad/research

Relevant courses

  • 2088 Graduate Diploma in Psychology
  • 2970 Master of Biomedical Science (Part 1)*
  • 2977 Master of Biomedical Science*
  • 4508 Master of Mental Health Science
  • 3438 Master of Philosophy*
  • 2116 Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Psychology
  • 2932 Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Neuropsychology
  • 3852 Doctor of Medicine (Supervised)*
  • 0047 Doctor of Philosophy*

* By research.

This area of study entry applies to students commencing this course in 2013 and should be read in conjunction with the relevant course entry in the Handbook. Any units listed for this area of study relate only to the 'Requirements' outlined in the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences component of any bachelors double degrees.

Managing facultyFaculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
Offered bySchool of Psychology and Psychiatry
Campus(es)Caulfield, Clayton, Sunway

Notes

  • Unit codes that are not linked to their entry in the Handbook are not available for study in the current year.

Description

NOTE: This area of study entry has had one or more changes made to it since publication on 1 October 2012. For details of changes, please consult the 2013 Handbook change registerHandbook change register (http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/2013handbooks/2013-change-register.html).

Psychology is the study of mind and behaviour. It is a broad scientific discipline that includes investigations of the brain, learning, memory, reasoning, decision making, language, developmental and social processes, personality, and mental health and well being. It is also concerned with the practical and ethical applications of psychology research to the profession.

Curriculum

The Monash psychology curriculum is based on the principle that training in the discipline of psychology should follow the scientist-practitioner model, where learning about professional practice is taught within the scientific perspective. Students are then able to make informed choices about psychology-related careers and further training at the fourth year and postgraduate level, which is a requirement to practice as a psychologist in Australia. The School of Psychology and Psychiatry offers a common psychology curriculum across all campuses and modes of study.

Accredited major

The School of Psychology and Psychiatry offers students an undergraduate psychology program comprising a 60 credit-point major sequence which is accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) and approved for registration purposes by the Psychology Board of Australia.

This program is the accredited sequence leading to further study at honours and postgraduate levels.

Non-accredited major

A 48-point major in psychology may be sufficient to satisfy the requirements for a major sequence in psychology in single or double degrees offered by other faculties, but is not APAC-accredited and will not permit entry to fourth-year programs in psychology.

Units

Students wishing to take the APAC-accredited major sequence in psychology must complete ten 6-credit-point units (nine core units and one elective unit) from the lists of units offered in an APAC-accredited degree.

Students may take an elective unit at second year, and up to four elective units at third year. Some third-year electives may be undertaken at second year, providing prerequisites and corequisites are met. The electives offered may vary from year to year depending on staff availability.

Core units

  • PSY1011 Psychology 1A
  • PSY1022 Psychology 1B
  • PSY2031 Developmental and biological psychology
  • PSY2042 Cognitive and social psychology
  • PSY2051 Research design and analysis
  • PSY3032 Abnormal psychology
  • PSY3041 Psychological testing, theories of ability and ethics
  • PSY3051 Perception and personality
  • PSY3062 Research methods and theory

Elective units

  • BNS3052 Drugs, brain and altered awareness
  • BNS3062 Imaging and brain disorders
  • PSY2112 Organisational psychology
  • PSY3120 Introduction to counselling
  • PSY3130 Health psychology
  • PSY3150 Contemporary social psychology
  • PSY3180 Human neuropsychology: Developmental and neurodegenerative disorders
  • PSY3190 Addiction studies
  • PSY3230 Psychological foundations of the law
  • PSY3240 Psychology of music
  • PSY3250 Positive psychology
  • PSY3260 Advances in psychology, mental health and neuroscience
  • PSY3270 Neuroscience of cognition behaviour
  • PSY3280 The neuronal basis of consciousness

Contact details

Telephone +61 3 9905 3965; email ug.psych@monash.edu or visit http://www.med.monash.edu.au/psych

Relevant courses

Psychology can be studied in many undergraduate courses offered by different faculties. However only studies undertaken within an APAC-accredited degree will lead to the further training required to practice/register as a psychologist. Note: double degrees are grouped under the faculty heading corresponding to the component of the double degree in which the major is available.

Faculty of Arts

  • 0002 Bachelor of Arts***
  • 3920 Bachelor of Arts*
  • 3910 Bachelor of Arts (Global)
  • 1712 Bachelor of Arts (Psychology)***
  • 1638 Bachelor of Arts as a Participant in the Dean's Scholars Program
  • 3277 Bachelor of Aerospace Engineering and Bachelor of Arts
  • 4403 Bachelor of Arts (Global) and Bachelor of Commerce
  • 1798 Bachelor of Arts (Psychology) and Bachelor of Social and Community Welfare
  • 0550 Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Business (Accounting)
  • 0553 Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Business (Banking and Finance)
  • 0555 Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Business (Management)
  • 0556 Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Business (Marketing)
  • 1807 Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Business and Commerce**
  • 0542 Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Commerce
  • 0170 Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Economics
  • 1541 Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Education - Primary
  • 1641 Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Education - Secondary
  • 0080 Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Laws
  • 3054 Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Music
  • 0530 Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science**
  • 1806 Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Social and Community Welfare**
  • 3426 Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Social Work
  • 3779 Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Visual Arts
  • 1719 Bachelor of Behavioural Science***
  • 0116 Bachelor of Engineering and Bachelor of Arts
  • 3281 Bachelor of Mechatronics Engineering and Bachelor of Arts

Faculty of Business and Economics

  • 3806 Bachelor of Business
  • 4407 Bachelor of Business (Psychology)***

Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences

  • 3883 Bachelor of Psychology (with Honours)***
  • 3863 Bachelor of Psychological Science and Business***
  • 3954 Honours degree of Bachelor of Psychological Science and Business (Psychology)
  • 2088 Graduate Diploma of Psychology***

Faculty of Science

  • 3278 Bachelor of Aerospace Engineering and Bachelor of Science
  • 0530 Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science**
  • 3528 Bachelor of Biomedical Science and Bachelor of Science
  • 1469 Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Science
  • 3282 Bachelor of Mechatronics Engineering and Bachelor of Science
  • 0050 Bachelor of Science***
  • 1120 Bachelor of Science (Science Scholar Program)
  • 3520 Bachelor of Science Advanced with Honours
  • 3517 Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Computer Science
  • 3711 Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Education - Primary
  • 1633 Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Education - Secondary
  • 0085 Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Engineering
  • 0086 Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Laws

* Sunway

** Psychology can only form the major in one component of this double degree.

*** The 60-point APAC accredited major sequence is available in this course.


Managing facultyFaculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
Offered bySchool of Public Health and Preventive Medicine
Campus(es)Caulfield, City (Melbourne), Clayton

Notes

  • Unit codes that are not linked to their entry in the Handbook are not available for study in the current year.
  • The Doctor of Public Health: - requires applicants to have exensive relevant professional experience in the public health field (minimum of two years);- requires attendance at off-campus practical placements which may occur in a range of locations.The Master of Public Health - International students can only take this course in on-campus mode - this course requires all students to attend a number of compulsory on-campus/on-site study days

Description

Postgraduate study in public health provides students with the full range of quantitative, analytical and communication skills necessary to work in the broad domain of public health. It especially focuses on developing skills in the quantitative methods of the population-based health sciences and their problem-solving application for primary care provision, both in Australia and for developing countries. Health specialisation streams are offered in clinical epidemiology, clinical research, health economics, health services management, international health, occupational and environmental health and research.

Units

For the schedule of units required to complete a given course in this area of study, refer to the Handbook entry for the relevant course.

Contact details

Postgraduate Office: telephone +61 3 9903 0563; email pgradenq@monash.edu or visit http://www.med.monash.edu.au/epidemiology/pgrad/

Research Degrees Office: telephone +61 3 9905 4313; email med-research.degrees@monash.edu or visit http://www.med.monash.edu.au/pgrad/research

Relevant courses

  • 2970 Master of Biomedical Science (Part 1)*
  • 2977 Master of Biomedical Science*
  • 3438 Master of Philosophy*
  • 0046 Master of Public Health
  • 3852 Doctor of Medicine (Supervised)*
  • 0047 Doctor of Philosophy*
  • 3403 Doctor of Public Health*

* By research.


This area of study entry applies to students commencing this course in 2013 and should be read in conjunction with the relevant course entry in the Handbook. Any units listed for this area of study relate only to the 'Requirements' outlined in the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences component of any bachelors double degrees.

Managing facultyFaculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
Offered bySchool of Biomedical Sciences
Campus(es)Clayton
CoordinatorMrs Imelda Williams

Notes

  • Unit codes that are not linked to their entry in the Handbook are not available for study in the current year.

Description

Radiography and medical imaging as taught at Monash offers students the opportunity to study topics including:

  • methodologies of radiographic, medical, sonographic and breast imaging
  • digital image processing
  • radiologic physics and biology
  • dosimetry and safety
  • pharmacology
  • professional skills and cinical studies
  • research and advanced topics in medical imaging.

Students are prepared for effective and ethical professional practice in a diverse range of modern medical imaging modalities and to pursue careers in medical imaging, research and management. Students are also actively encouraged to engage in a process of lifelong learning and contribute to the development of radiography as a research-based profession.

Units

For the schedule of units required to complete a given course in this area of study, refer to the Handbook entry for the relevant course.

Contact details

Relevant courses

1963 Bachelor of Radiography and Medical Imaging


Managing facultyFaculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
Campus(es)Clayton

Notes

  • Unit codes that are not linked to their entry in the Handbook are not available for study in the current year.

Description

Postgraduate study in the area of reproduction and development provides graduates in science, biomedical and health sciences, including nursing, medicine and veterinary science professionals, with a detailed understanding of advanced theory in and clinical applications of the reproductive sciences, including emerging biotechnologies. Students also receive training in laboratory skills and research experience.

Research supervision is available in a range of areas including human reproduction, animal reproduction, women's health, fetal and neonatal physiology, embryology, development, molecular and cellular endocrinology, stem cell biology, and reproductive toxicology.

Units

For the schedule of units required to complete the two courses in this area of study, refer to the Handbook entry for the relevant course.

Contact details

Postgraduate course administrator: telephone +61 3 9594 7360; email med-eprd@monash.edu or visit http://www.monashinstitute.org/eprd

Research Degrees Office: telephone +61 3 9905 4313; email med-research.degrees@monash.edu or visit http://www.med.monash.edu.au/pgrad/research

Relevant courses

  • 0101 Graduate Diploma in Reproductive Sciences
  • 2970 Master of Biomedical Science (Part 1)*
  • 2977 Master of Biomedical Science*
  • 2309 Master of Clinical Embryology
  • 3438 Master of Philosophy*
  • 0100 Master of Reproductive Sciences*
  • 3852 Doctor of Medicine (Supervised)*
  • 0047 Doctor of Philosophy*

* By research.


Managing facultyFaculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences

Notes

  • Unit codes that are not linked to their entry in the Handbook are not available for study in the current year.

Description

This area of study focuses on specialist areas of research relevant to rural health including:

  • community development and capacity building
  • evidence based practice.
  • gender issues in health medicine
  • general practice
  • health policy
  • health promotion
  • health quality assurance
  • health service delivery
  • health service needs in rural/urban Australia
  • Indigenous health
  • integrative medicine
  • interprofessional collaborative practice
  • mental health
  • migrant health
  • nursing
  • service delivery models
  • sustainable health
  • the health workforce
  • wellbeing and wellness.

Units

For the schedule of units required to complete a given course in this area of study, refer to the Handbook entry for the relevant course.

Contact details

School of Rural Health: telephone +61 3 9905 3091; fax +61 3 9905 8012; email rural.health@monash.edu or visit http://www.med.monash.edu.au/srh/

Research Degrees Office, telephone +61 3 9905 4313; email med-research.degrees@monash.edu or visit http://www.med.monash.edu.au/pgrad/research

Relevant courses

  • 2970 Master of Biomedical Science (Part 1)*
  • 2977 Master of Biomedical Science*
  • 3438 Master of Philosophy*
  • 3852 Doctor of Medicine (Supervised)*
  • 0047 Doctor of Philosophy*

* By research.


Managing facultyFaculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
Campus(es)Caulfield, Clayton

Notes

  • Unit codes that are not linked to their entry in the Handbook are not available for study in the current year.

Description

Social workers assist people, groups and communities to address their problems. With its focus on helping people in need, social work is a profession committed to social justice and respect for human rights. Social workers provide a wide range of services to help people who are distressed or overwhelmed by problems such as poverty, substance abuse, homelessness, conflict or parental difficulties.

Units

For the schedule of units required to complete a given course in this area of study, refer to the Handbook entry for the relevant course.

Contact details

School of Social Work: telephone +61 3 9903 2610; fax +61 3 9903 1141; email social.work@med.monash.edu.au or visit http://www.med.monash.edu.au/socialwork/postgraduate/

Research Degrees Office: telephone +61 3 9905 4313; email med-research.degrees@monash.edu or visit http://www.med.monash.edu.au/pgrad/research

Relevant courses

  • 3438 Master of Philosophy*
  • 0019 Master of Social Work
  • 3972 Master of Social Work (Forensic Studies)
  • 3969 Master of Social Work (Qualifying)
  • 2698 Master of Social Work (Research)*
  • 3852 Doctor of Medicine (Supervised)*
  • 0047 Doctor of Philosophy*

* By research.

This area of study entry applies to students commencing this course in 2013 and should be read in conjunction with the relevant course entry in the Handbook. Any units listed for this area of study relate only to the 'Requirements' outlined in the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences component of any bachelors double degrees.

Managing facultyFaculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
Campus(es)Berwick, Caulfield

Notes

  • Unit codes that are not linked to their entry in the Handbook are not available for study in the current year.

Description

Social workers assist people, groups and communities to address their problems. With its focus on helping people in need, social work is a profession committed to social justice and respect for human rights. Social workers provide a wide range of services to help people who are distressed or overwhelmed by problems such as poverty, substance abuse, homelessness, conflict or parental difficulties.

Social work studies at Monash equip students with a sound general foundation for beginning social work practice. The double degrees combine a professional qualification in social work with the achievement of an second degree. Social work at Monash seeks to comply with, and where possible exceed, the minimum requirements established by the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) for social work educational courses leading to a first qualification in the area.

Units

For the schedule of units required to complete a given course in this area of study, refer to the Handbook entry for the relevant course.

Contact details

Telephone +61 3 9903 1047; email social.work@monash.edu or visit http://www.med.monash.edu.au/bsw

Relevant courses

  • 3426 Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Social Work
  • 3964 Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Social Work (with Honours)
  • 3870 Bachelor of Health Science and Bachelor of Social Work
  • 3965 Bachelor of Health Science and Bachelor of Social Work (with Honours)
  • 0004 Bachelor of Social Work
  • 3864 Bachelor of Social Work (with Honours)