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

Addiction studies develops academic skills and knowledge in addiction science and produce graduates who have a strong theoretical and practical foundation in current perspectives and advances in the addiction field. This includes the biopsychosocial aspects of addictive behaviours, the historical, political, economic and social factors that affect addictive behaviours, evidence based models of intervention for addiction disorders and the development, implementation and evaluation of policy for addictive behaviours. Students also have the opportunity to develop practical skills in addiction research.

This program provides doctoral (PhD) students with the opportunity to focus on developing knowledge and expertise in their chosen doscipline, as well as developing professional skills that will support their career ambitions.

Each student's research will be supported by the development of a range of skills that will help them to become more efficient researchers, ultimately improving the quality of the research and developing generic/transferable skills of value to prospective employers.

This program is also applicable to students studying externally.

Studies in biostatistics at Monash 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 to develop the technical skills for commencement in a professional career as a biostatistician.

The Biostatistics coursework programs of the faculty are part of a national consortium of universities known as the Biostatistics Collaboration of AustraliaBiostatistics Collaboration of Australia (http://www.bca.edu.au/howthebcaworksnutshell.html). The units studied in the various degree programs are delivered in off campus mode (distance education) by staff of Monash University and of other universities in the Collaboration.

Postgraduate study in this 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.

This program provides doctoral (PhD) students with the opportunity to focus on developing knowledge and expertise in their chosen discipline, as well as developing professional skills that will support their career ambitions.

Each student's research will be supported by the development of a range of skills that will help them to become more efficient researchers, ultimately improving the quality of the research and developing generic/transferable skills of value to prospective employers.

This program is also applicable to students studying externally. The program is run in conjunction with the Faculty of Education.

Depending on the location, the provision of treatment and transport of patients suffering a medical emergency can fall to paramedics, nurse or doctors. In the out-of-hospital setting, the clinical role is in 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 emergency health encompasses clinical practice areas of relevance to other health professionals, including nurses and doctors who practice within or have an interest in aeromedical retrieval, emergency preparedness and disaster health.

Forensic medicine aims to develop academic standards of medical and dental practitioners in 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.

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.

Studies in health services management at Monash are offered by the Department of Epidemiology and Preventive Medicine and provides professionals currently in, or seeking to be in, middle and senior health care management positions who wish to expand their knowledge and skills in the management of health services.

Many of the courses offered in this area of study cater for the special needs of 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.

The Master of Health Services Management satisfies the requirements of The Royal Australasian College of Medical Administrators (RACMA) Fellowship providing the successful completion of designated core units; MPH5040, MPH5041, MPH5213 and MPH5283, and is accredited by the Australasian College of Health Service Management (ACHSM) for College entry and advancement purposes.

International health considers health in the 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 have the opportunity to learn about human rights, ethics, law and development. Course content is also informed by field experiences gained by Monash University and Burnet Institute staff in their wide range of health developement projects in more than 20 countries in Asia, the Pacific and Africa.

The design, implementation and evaluation of programs that address the major public health priorities of communities in developing countries are examined.

Ultrasound imaging is used to demonstrate a person's internal body structures as a cross-sectional or 3D real-time picture on a monitor. A highly skilled professional, known as a sonographer, uses an ultrasound machine to emit high-frequency sound waves and record the reflected echoes, from within the human body to create the diagnostic images. Ultrasound is commonly used to study the developing fetus in almost all pregnant women, and to also demonstrate structures such as abdominal and pelvic organs, muscles and joints, the heart, blood vessels and blood flow. Sonographers need to complete post graduate studies approved by the Australian Sonographers Accreditation Registry, such as the Monash University Master of Medical Ultrasound program, in order to become accredited for clinical practice in Australia.

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.

This program provides doctoral (PhD) students with the opportunity to focus on developing knowledge and expertise in their chosen discipline, as well as developing professional skills that will support their career ambitions.

Each student's research will be supported by the development of a range of skills that will help them to become more efficient researchers, ultimately improving the quality of the research and developing generic/transferable skills of value to prospective employers.

This program is also applicable to students studying externally.

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.

This program provides doctoral (PhD) students with the opportunity to focus on developing knowledge and expertise in their chosen discipline, as well as developing professional skills that will support their career ambitions.

Each student's research will be supported by the development of a range of skills that will help them to become more efficient researchers, ultimately improving the quality of the research and developing generic/transferable skills of value to prospective employers.

This program is also offered at Notting Hill, Clayton, and Monash University Malaysia, and is also applicable to students studying externally.

This program provides doctoral (PhD) students with the opportunity to focus on developing knowledge and expertise in their chosen discipline, as well as developing professional skills that will support their career ambitions.

Each student's research will be supported by the development of a range of skills that will help them to become more efficient researchers, ultimately improving the quality of the research and developing generic/transferable skills of value to prospective employers.

This program is also applicable to students studying externally.

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. Courses with health specialisation streams are offered in clinical research methods, disease prevention and health promotion, health economics, health services management, international health, occupational and environmental health and research.

This program provides doctoral (PhD) students with the opportunity to focus on developing knowledge and expertise in their chosen discipline, as well as developing professional skills that will support their career ambitions.

Each student's research will be supported by the development of a range of skills that will help them to become more efficient researchers, ultimately improving the quality of the research and developing generic/transferable skills of value to prospective employers.

This program is offered off-campus with on-campus components at the Alfred Hospital, and at Monash University Malaysia, and is also applicable to students studying externally.

Postgraduate study in the area of reproductive sciences 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.

Social workers assist individuals, 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.

The main focus is for the student to establish an appreciation that fundamental scientific questions may have multidisciplinary clinical answers. Other core learning outcomes are through understanding how scientific concepts can be marketed and communicated effectively through research pipeline procedures and the responsibilities of the researcher that may be derived from this.

This program provides doctoral (PhD) students with the opportunity to focus on developing knowledge and expertise in their chosen discipline, as well as developing professional skills that will support their career ambitions.

Each student's research will be supported by the development of a range of skills that will help them to become more efficient researchers, ultimately improving the quality of the research and developing generic/transferable skills of value to prospective employers.

This program is located at the Alfred Hospital and Monash Medical Centre. It is offered by Central Clinical SchoolCentral Clinical School (http://www.med.monash.edu.au/cecs/), Eastern Clinical SchoolEastern Clinical School (http://www.med.monash.edu.au/ehcs/), and School of Clinical Sciences at Monash HealthSchool of Clinical Sciences at Monash Health (http://www.med.monash.edu.au/scs/). The program is also applicable to students studying externally.