Courses by faculty: Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences

Biomedical science combines the fields of biology and medicine in order to focus on the health of humans. A biomedical sciences degree opens up career opportunities in biotechnology, the pharmaceutical industry, research centres, product development and technology.

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. Electives allow you to design a specialised program around any of these areas, or you can choose units from other faculties to broaden your horizon. Whatever your choice, you will gain the skills you need to understand and investigate human biology and make a difference to human health in a wide variety of career paths. You may also progress to a research-based honours year where you could contribute to our world-renowned work such as using, treat bowel cancer or repair damaged brains in babies.

Very high achieving students can apply to be admitted to the Bachelor of Biomedical Science Scholars Program. Biomedical Science Scholars complete the same academic program as other students but also have access to a range of development opportunities. Depending on prior experience and capabilities (such as previous tertiary study, including secondary school year 12 enhancement studies), students in the Scholars program may be given exemptions from some core units for appropriate enhancement studies, allowing them to accelerate their studies and complete the course in less than three years. Students may also overload their enrolment from first year to further shorten the time frame to complete the course. Each student's program will be planned according to student interest and with consideration of academic background.

Whether or not you join the Scholars Program, this course is your invitation to join one of the largest and most successful medical research hubs in Australia and the world. Our multidisciplinary approach, presence in major hospitals, and links to international researchers is making a difference to people's lives worldwide. As a graduate, you may find work in the hospital and medical sector, including in medical diagnostic laboratories, in secondary and tertiary teaching, in media and communications, and in the government sector in such areas as health promotion and health economics.

If you are interested in the Medicine program at Monash, undertaking the Bachelor of Biomedical Science will provide the best pathway option with at least 50 places being reserved in the course for Monash Biomedical Science graduates (as of 2017).

Double degrees

The Bachelor of Biomedical Science can be taken in combination with the following courses:

• Bachelor of Commerce
• Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)
• Bachelor of Laws (Honours)
• Bachelor of Science (the biomedical science and genetics majors are not available within the Bachelor of Science component)

This will lead to the award of two degrees - your Biomedical Science degree and the degree awarded by the partner course. Students should refer to the course entry for the partner course in their double degree for the requirements of the other degree.

These course outcomes are aligned with the Australian Qualifications Framework level 7, the Bologna Cycle 1 and Monash Graduate AttributesAustralian Qualifications Framework level 7, the Bologna Cycle 1 and Monash Graduate Attributes (http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/handbooks/alignmentofoutcomes.html).

Upon successful completion of this course it is expected that you will be able to:

1. demonstrate a broad knowledge in the area of biomedical science spanning the molecular, cellular, organ and body systems levels
2. demonstrate an in depth knowledge in the area of biomedical science
3. demonstrate technical skills relevant to the area of biomedical science
4. develop, apply, integrate and generate biomedical science knowledge in professional contexts to analyse challenges and to develop effective solutions
5. collect, organise, analyse and interpret biomedical science data meaningfully using experimental and computational approaches
6. communicate ideas and results effectively to diverse audiences and in a variety of formats
7. work and learn in both independent and collaborative ways with others to encompass diverse abilities and perspectives
8. exercise personal, professional and social responsibility as a global citizen.

The course provides an interdisciplinary approach to study of biomedical science, with five central themes: molecular and cellular biology, body systems, infection and immunity, disease and society, and diagnostic and research tools. These themes are interwoven in units throughout the course.

A. Molecular and cellular biology

Through these studies you will learn how the cell functions and replicates itself in health and disease, particularly considering the structure of the cell and its evolution, the function of cells, DNA, genes and proteins, and the regulation of metabolism.

B. Body systems

This theme addresses the principles of major body systems. You will learn how cells come together to form tissues and organs and how they work together in the body to provide it with its metabolic needs and remove waste products. You will study how structure follows function; homeostasis; the nutritional and GI system; the neural system and senses; endocrine, reproductive and renal systems; and cardiovascular and respiratory systems.

C. Infection and immunity

The focus of these studies is the functional immune system of multicellular organisms and the disease states that result from pathogen infection and from autoimmunity. You will learn about molecular genetics and recombinant DNA (both important tools for the study of microbial disease and immunity), inflammation and disease, and infection and infection control.

D. Disease and society

In these studies you will learn about disease states that result from abnormal function in various body systems, including the cellular, genetic and molecular causes of the disease, with a focus on mechanisms of disease and patterns of disease and treatment. In studying the basis for human disease, you will also consider the societal and personal impacts of past, present and future diseases and the social, economic and environmental factors that are determinants of health.

E. Diagnostic and research tools

These studies address both the molecular and cellular tools, including specialist imaging techniques, that can be used to study and diagnose diseases.

In addition:

F. Free elective study

This will enable you to broaden and deepen your knowledge of aspects of biomedical science, or to select units from across the University in which you are eligible to enrol.

The course comprises 144 points, of which 96 points are from Biomedical Science study and 48 points are available to provide additional depth or breadth through elective study. The course develops through theme studies in Biomedical science covering: A. Molecular and cellular biology, B. Body systems, C. Infection and immunity, D. Disease and society, and E. Diagnostic and research tools. These themes are interwoven in units throughout the course.

Electives may be at any level but no more than 10 units (60 points) at level 1 may be credited to the course and a minimum 24 points must be at level 3.

The course progression mapcourse progression map (http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/2016handbooks/maps/map-m2003.pdf) will assist you to plan to meet the course requirements, and guidance on unit enrolment for each semester of study.

Units are six credit points unless otherwise stated.

A. Biomedical science studies (96 points)

Students complete

• BMS1011 Biomedical chemistry
• BMS1021 Cells, tissues and organisms
• BMS1031 Medical biophysics
• BMS1042 Public health and preventive medicine
• BMS1052 Human neurobiology
• BMS1062 Molecular biology
• BMS2011 Structure of the human body: An evolutionary and functional perspective
• BMS2021 Biochemistry in human function
• BMS2031 Body systems
• BMS2042 Human genetics
• BMS2052 Microbes in health and disease
• BMS2062 Introduction to bioinformatics
• BMS3031 Molecular mechanisms of disease (12 points)
• BMS3052 Biomedical basis and epidemiology of human disease (12 points)

B. Free elective study (48 points)

These elective units may be chosen from across the faculty and include those with the prefixes BCH, BME, DEV, GEN, HUP, IMM, MIC, MIS, PHA and PHY. Refer to the index of units by code in the current edition of the Handbook.

Elective units may also be used to sample disciplines from across the University or to complete a major or minor(s) from another course if you have the required prerequisites and there are no restrictions on enrolment into the units. The faculties of Arts, Business and Economics, Engineering, Information Technology and Science offer units particularly suitable as electives.

The units may be at any level, however, no more than 10 units (60 points) are to be completed at level 1 in the course. For students in double degree courses, some units required for the partner degree are credited as electives towards the Biomedical Science degree.

Successful completion of the Bachelor of Biomedical Science may provide an opportunity for progression into the one-year honours degree leading to the Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Honours) course or into the graduate entry Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) program at Monash.

This is a high-profile course designed for talented students who expect to pursue a career in biomedical research. It is an advanced version of the Bachelor of Biomedical Science course, providing opportunities for you to develop research, communication and team-work skills during your undergraduate studies.

Biomedical science combines the fields of biology and medicine in order to focus on the health of humans. A degree in biomedical sciences opens up career opportunities in research centres, biotechnology, the pharmaceutical industry, product development and technology.

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. Electives allow you to design a specialised program around any of these areas, or you can choose units from other faculties to broaden your horizon. Whatever your choice, you will gain the skills you need to understand and investigate human biology and make a difference to human health in a wide variety of career paths.

The course is your invitation to join one of the largest and most successful medical research hubs in Australia and the world. Our multidisciplinary approach, presence in major hospitals and links to international researchers is making a difference to people's lives worldwide. Your research is guided by leading researchers and, in your research-based honours year, you could contribute to our world-renowned work such as, treat bowel cancer or repair damaged brains in babies.

As a graduate, you will be in a position to pursue an international research career. You may also elect to work in the hospital and medical sector, including in medical diagnostic laboratories, in secondary and tertiary teaching, in media and communications, or in the government sector in areas such as health promotion and health economics.

If you are interested in the Medicine program at Monash, undertaking the Bachelor of Biomedical Science Advanced (Honours) will provide the best pathway option with at least 50 places being reserved in the course for Monash Biomedical Science graduates as of 2017.

These course outcomes are aligned with the Australian Qualifications Framework level 8, the Bologna Cycle 1 and Monash Graduate AttributesAustralian Qualifications Framework level 8, the Bologna Cycle 1 and Monash Graduate Attributes (http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/handbooks/alignmentofoutcomes.html).

Upon successful completion of this course it is expected that you will be able to:

1. demonstrate a broad knowledge in the area of biomedical science spanning the molecular, cellular, organ and body systems levels
2. demonstrate an in depth knowledge in the area of biomedical science
3. demonstrate technical skills relevant to the area of biomedical science
4. demonstrate advanced knowledge and technical skills in a focussed area of biomedical science
5. develop, apply, integrate and generate biomedical science knowledge in professional contexts to analyse challenges and to develop effective solutions
6. demonstrate understanding of the importance of biomedical science to human health and society
7. collect, organise, analyse and interpret biomedical science data, meaningfully using experimental and computational approaches
8. work independently to undertake a scientific literature review and work collaboratively to design, develop and implement a research project
9. communicate ideas and results effectively to diverse audiences and in a variety of formats
10. work and learn in both independent and collaborative ways with others to encompass diverse abilities and perspectives
11. exercise personal, professional and social responsibility as a global citizen.

The course provides an interdisciplinary approach to the study of biomedical science with five central themes: molecular and cellular biology, body systems, infection and immunity, disease and society, and diagnostic and research tools. These themes are interwoven in units throughout the course.

Part A. Molecular and cellular biology

Through these studies you will learn how the cell functions and replicates itself in health and disease, particularly considering the structure of the cell and its evolution, the function of cells, DNA, genes and proteins, and the regulation of metabolism.

Part B. Body systems

This theme addresses the principles of major body systems. You will learn how cells come together to form tissues and organs and how they work together in the body to provide it with its metabolic needs and remove waste products. You will study how structure follows function; homeostasis; the nutritional and GI system; the neural system and senses; endocrine, reproductive and renal systems; and cardiovascular and respiratory systems.

Part C. Infection and immunity

The focus of these studies is the functional immune system of multicellular organisms and the disease states that result from pathogen infection and from autoimmunity. You will learn about molecular genetics and recombinant DNA (both important tools for the study of microbial disease and immunity), inflammation and disease, and infection and infection control.

Part D. Disease and society

In these studies you will learn about disease states that result from abnormal function in various body systems, including the cellular, genetic and molecular causes of the disease, with a focus on mechanisms of disease and patterns of disease and treatment. In studying the basis for human disease, you will also consider the societal and personal impacts of past, present and future diseases and the social, economic and environmental factors that are determinants of health.

Part E. Diagnostic and research tools

These studies address both the molecular and cellular tools, including specialist imaging techniques that can be used to study and diagnose diseases.

Part F. Honours research program

This will extend your discipline knowledge and develop your ability to critically evaluate biomedical research and to apply appropriate methodologies to conduct independent research in biomedical science. It will develop strong problem solving skills and the ability to apply analytical thinking.

In addition:

Part G. Free elective study

These elective units will enable you to broaden and deepen your knowledge of biomedical science, and to select units from across the faculty or the University in which you are eligible to enrol.

This course comprises 192 points, of which 156 points are from Biomedical Science study and 36 points are used to provide additional depth or breadth through elective study. The course develops through theme studies in Biomedical science covering: A. Molecular and cellular biology, B. Body systems, C. Infection and immunity, D. Disease and society, and E. Diagnostic and research tools. These themes are interwoven in units throughout the course and culminate in F. Honours research program.

Electives may be at any level but no more than 10 units (60 points) are to be completed at level 1 and a minimum 24 points must be at each of level 3 and level 4.

To remain in the course you are required to maintain at least a distinction average (70 percent) across your best 48 points of biomedical science units in each calendar year. If you do not meet this standard you will be required to transfer to the Bachelor of Biomedical Science.

The course progression mapcourse progression map (http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/2016handbooks/maps/map-m3004.pdf) will assist you to plan to meet the course requirements, and guidance on unit enrolment for each semester of study.

Units are 6 credit points unless otherwise stated.

Biomedical science studies (108 points)

Students complete

(a.) The following core units (96 points)

• BMS1011 Biomedical chemistry
• BMS1021 Cells, tissues and organisms
• BMS1031 Medical biophysics
• BMS1042 Public health and preventive medicine
• BMS1052 Human neurobiology
• BMS1062 Molecular biology
• BMS2011 Structure of the human body: An evolutionary and functional perspective
• BMS2021 Biochemistry in human function
• BMS2031 Body systems
• BMS2042 Human genetics
• BMS2052 Microbes in health and disease
• BMS2062 Introduction to bioinformatics
• BMS3031 Molecular mechanisms of disease (12 points)
• BMS3052 Biomedical basis and epidemiology of human disease (12 points)

(b.) Two Level 3 Biomedical Science units (12 points) including at least one of the following:

• BCH3990 Action in biochemistry research project
• DEV3990 Action in developmental biology research project
• IMM3990 Immunology in action research project
• MIC3990 Action in microbiology research project
• PHA3990 Action in pharmacology research project
• PHY3990 Action in physiology research project

The remaining Biomedical Science electives from which a unit may be chosen to fulfil this requirement include all Level 3 units with the prefixes BCH, BME, DEV, GEN, HUP, IMM, MIC, PHA and PHY. Refer to the index of units by code in the current edition of the Handbook.

Research studies (48 points)

Students complete

• BMS4200 Advanced studies in biomedical science (12 points)
• BMS4100 Biomedical science research project (36 points)

Free elective study (36 points)

These elective units may be chosen from across the faculty or they may be used to sample disciplines from across the University or to complete a minor from another course if you have the required prerequisites and there are no restrictions on enrolment into the units. The faculties of Arts, Business and Economics, Engineering, Information Technology and Science offer units particularly suitable as electives. The units may be at any level, however, no more than 10 units (60 points) at level 1 may be credited to the course.

Successful completion of the Bachelor of Biomedical Science Advanced (Honours) may provide an opportunity for progression into the graduate entry Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) program at Monash. Students wishing to complete advanced research training should enrol for either a research Masters or PhD.

The Bachelor of Health Sciences will provide you with a sound foundation in health science and a broad overview of health care, and with skills in identifying, investigating, analysing and assessing health issues. This foundation leads to a number of specialisations enabling you to pursue a variety of allied and public health career paths. The course is suited to those who wish to undertake clinical work or research either immediately or after pursuing a post graduate degree, and those who wish to progress to the non-clinical health workforce including epidemiology, health promotion, planning or policy. The common thread is the commitment to an evidence based approach to delivering quality health care efficiently and effectively whether the focus is on individuals, families or communities.

Your studies commence at the Caulfield campus, where you will apply scientific approaches to the study and improvement of health, considering physiological, behavioural, developmental, social and environmental aspects of human health and disease. At the conclusion of the first semester of second year, you will continue with a chosen specialisation at its campus base of Peninsula, Caulfield or Clayton, developing an in-depth knowledge of the theory and practice of one of the following fields of health science:

• Emergency health and paramedic practice
• Human services
• Public health science
• Radiation sciences

Specialisations

Emergency health and paramedic practice

The Emergency Health and Paramedic Practice specialisation will prepare you for employment as paramedics in ambulance and community-based emergency health services (CBEH). Paramedics provide unscheduled health care for individuals experiencing a health emergency in the community, and initiate care and determine appropriate referral of patients to enable continuing care. Paramedics are also required to work with other emergency services to respond to a range of situations including mass casualty incidents.

Human services

The Human Services specialisation focuses on implementing and promoting child and family wellbeing programs and working with communities to build capacities. In particular, it looks towards improving the lives of people who are disadvantaged. The course covers cultural, psychological and environmental issues affecting human mental and physical health and the provision of human services. Students also undertake studies in human service practice relating to individuals, families, groups and communities.

There is an emphasis on current practice and participation in supervised professional practice which adds to the relevance of this degree. It also includes studies related to social work and human services research, social policy and management. Public Health Science

Public health science

The Public Health Science specialisation focuses on populations and communities rather than individuals, and spans the spectrum from promoting good health, through preventing disease, to managing illness and disability. The course includes aspects of biomedical sciences (such as physiology and pharmacology) and social sciences (such as sociology and program evaluation) along with epidemiology, biostatistics and research methods. It focuses on developing, implementing and evaluating programs and policies to promote health and prevent disease and injury; and undertaking public health research. The course has a global orientation, examining both Australian and international health challenges.

Radiation sciences

This specialisation combines scientific and technical knowledge with studies in health and patient care.

Radiation Therapy uses ionising radiations for the treatment of cancer and benign conditions.

Radiation physics and instrumentation, radiobiology, imaging anatomy, physiology, epidemiology, oncology, radiation therapy, cancer management strategies and patient care are covered. Beginner-level clinical skills are developed in the following areas: computerised tomography; radiation therapy planning; radiation therapy treatment; and patient care and management. Psychology, medico-legal and ethical aspects of health care, cultural and communicative competence, and occupational health and safety are also considered.

These course outcomes are aligned with the Australian Qualifications Framework level 7, the Bologna Cycle 1 and Monash Graduate AttributesAustralian Qualifications Framework level 7, the Bologna Cycle 1 and Monash Graduate Attributes (http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/handbooks/alignmentofoutcomes.html).

Upon successful completion of this course it is expected that graduates will be able to:

1. apply knowledge of human health, disease and promotion to a range of professional contexts
2. demonstrate in-depth knowledge of a specific health science discipline
3. develop, apply, integrate and generate health science knowledge in professional contexts to analyse challenges and to develop effective solutions
4. collect, organise, analyse, interpret and report health data
5. communicate effectively with diverse audiences and in a variety of formats
6. work and learn in both independent and collaborative ways with others to encompass diverse abilities and perspectives
7. exercise personal, professional and social responsibility as a global citizen

Special requirements

Police checks

Students must have a current Police check regarding their suitability to undertake placements. Refer to the faculty's police checks webpage.

Working with Children checks

Students must have a current Working with Children check regarding their suitability to undertake placements. Refer to the faculty's Working with Children checks webpage.

Immunisation and infection requirements

In accordance with the National Health and Medical Research Council recommendations, this course requires that students comply with the faculty's Immunisation and vaccination policy and procedures. These are designed to provide maximum protection against the increased risk of some vaccine preventable diseases for students, patients and workers in a health care setting.

This policy, and the associated procedures require that students have certain specified vaccinations, and have their blood borne virus status determined, before they commence a clinical placement. Students who have not complied with this policy may not be able to undertake clinical placement, with the attendant academic consequences.

Health check (Emergency health and paramedic practice students only)

The health and fitness assessment process involves a review of medical history and physical fitness. You need to carefully consider your full medical history and ask questions early. A medical issue that you may otherwise assume is not an issue, may prevent you meeting the medical history test. Similarly the fitness test involves a thorough physical examination and includes a fitness test that may require you to undertake fitness preparation. Details of the physical assessment can be found on the Clinical placement information website.

If you have any questions or concerns about your medical history or physical health and fitness, you must call Ambulance Victoria Medical Services Provider on telephone 1800 240 395 to obtain information and advice prior to enrolling in the emergency health and paramedic practice specialisation. Monash does not accept responsibility for students who enrol but cannot complete the course due to an inability to meet the medical and fitness tests imposed by Ambulance Victoria.

The course develops through four themes of personal and professional development; population, communities, health and illness; the scientific basis of health care and applied practice.

Part A. Personal and professional development

These studies will develop your understanding of the roles, responsibilities and expectations of health professionals and the personal and professional attributes you will need in the workplace. These include communication and interpersonal skills, teamwork, critical thinking, ethical and legal issues, and reflective practice. You will also learn about research methodologies and the application of research to the field of health.

Part B. Population, communities, health and illness

The focus of these studies is the social, environmental and behavioural contexts of ill health, disease and injury and broad societal issues such as health promotion, the application of epidemiology and statistics in the assessment of health risk in populations, public health, community diversity, population and global health. You will also develop a sound understanding of evidence-based practice.

Part C. Scientific basis of health care practice

These studies provide the foundation scientific knowledge of human systems and technology that you will require to become an expert in your area of health science. Depending upon your specialisation this will range over physical, biomedical, mathematical and behavioural sciences.

Part D. Professional practice skills

This theme addresses competencies for health science practice within your area of specialisation. The specific skills may relate to basic and advanced life support, building child and family well-being and capacities, programs to promote health and prevent disease, or radiation science. Whatever your specialist context, the focus will be on the incorporation of the best available research evidence with the clinical reasoning skills of assessment, management, evaluation and health care across the lifespan and across a spectrum of environments and circumstances.

In addition:

Part E. Free elective study

Where available, elective study will enable you to further develop your knowledge of Health Science or to select units from across the University in which you are eligible to enrol.

This course comprises 144 points, of which 54 points are common to all specialisations and 90 points are specialisation specific.

The course develops through four themes of: A. Personal and professional development; B. Population, communities, health and illness; C. Scientific basis of health care, and D. Professional practice skills.

Units are clustered under themes that show the main emphasis of the unit, however, most units address more than one theme and almost all address theme A.

Elective units may be at any level, however, no more than 10 units (60 points) at level 1 may be credited to the Health Sciences course.

The course progression mapcourse progression map (http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/2016handbooks/maps/map-m2002.pdf) will assist you to plan to meet the course requirements, and guidance on unit enrolment for each semester of study.

Units are six credit points unless otherwise stated.

Common units (54 points)

For the first year and a half students complete three common units (18 points) per semester at the Caulfield campus. During this time, one specialist unit per semester will also be completed at the home campus of the individual specialisation as indicated below. For the final year and a half students will be based at the home campus:

• Emergency health and paramedic practice - Peninsula
• Human services - Caulfield
• Public health science - Caulfield
• Radiation sciences - Clayton.

All students complete:

• BMA1011 Foundation of anatomy and physiology for health practice 1
• BMA1012 Foundations of anatomy and physiology for health practice 2
• HSC1100 Introduction to research and evidence
• HSC1200 Introduction to public health
• HSC1300 Human health and disease
• HSC1400 The Australian healthcare system
• HSC2100 Emerging challenges in health
• HSC2200 Health and the human lifespan
• HSC2300 Health promotion and disease prevention

Emergency health and paramedic practice (90 points)

Students complete:

• EPP1011 The contemporary paramedic
• EPP1012 Clinical concepts of paramedic practice 1
• EPP2011 Clinical concepts of paramedic practice 2
• EPP2012 Pharmacotherapy in community-based emergency health
• EPP2022 Paramedic management of cardiovascular conditions
• EPP2032 Paramedic clinical practice
• EPP2042 Paramedic management of trauma conditions
• EPP3011 Paramedic management of mental health
• EPP3012 Clinical Education, leadership and emergency preparedness
• EPP3021 Paramedic management of respiratory conditions
• EPP3022 Community care and paramedic practice
• EPP3030 Integrated clinical practice (12 points)
• EPP3031 Paramedic management of medical conditions
• EPP3032 Paramedic management of maternal and neonatal health

EPP units will be completed at the Peninsula campus.

Human services (90 points)

Students complete:

• ATS1254 Culture, power, difference: indigeneity and Australian identity
• ATS1366 The individual and society
• PSY1011 Psychology 1A
• SWK1011 Introduction to human services practice
• HSC2022 Culture, society and health
• SWK2001 Introduction to welfare state
• SWK2110 Social welfare and the law
• SWK2140 Social welfare practice with communities
• SWK3180 Supervised professional practice 1 (12 points)
• SWK3310 Social welfare practice and research
• SWK3400 Critical social work 1: frameworks for practice with children and families (12 points)
• SWK3440 Leadership in social work and human services
• SWK4031 Working with complexity

Public health (90 points)

Students complete:

• PBH2001 Foundations of epidemiology
• PBH2002 Foundations of Biostatistics
• PBH3001 Public health and clinical research methods

One of:

• PBH2003 Culture, society and health
• PBH2004 Health, law and ethics
• PBH2005 Health program planning
• PBH2006 Treatment and technologies

Two of:

• PBH3002 Disease prevention and control
• PBH3003 Environmental determinants of health and disease
• PBH3004 Health program evaluation
• PBH3005 Social and behavioural sciences in public health

One of:

• PBH3006 Action in public health research
• PBH3007 Health promotion practicum
• PBH3008 Case studies in global and public health

Two of:

• PBH3009 Chronic disease epidemiology and control
• PBH3010 Health data management
• PBH3011 Advanced biostatistics for public health
• PBH3012 Translating research into practice

Free elective study (36 points)

These units may be chosen from across the faculty or from across the University, including to complete a minor from another course, if you have the required prerequisites and there are no restrictions on enrolment.

Note: Students in the Public health science specialisation study at the Caulfield campus for the length of their course, however elective units may be undertaken at other Monash campuses. Elective units may be chosen from any discipline across Monash University as long as the required prerequisites, co-rerequisites and any other restrictions are met. No more than four level one elective units (24 points) may be completed.

Radiation sciences (90 points)

Students complete:

• BMS1031 Medical biophysics
• PSY1011 Psychology 1A
• PSY1022 Psychology 1B
• RTS2001 Professional practice in radiation therapy
• PBH2001 Foundations of epidemiology
• RAD2001 Medical imaging science (radiographic principles)
• RTS3001 Radiation therapy imaging anatomy
• RAD3002 Medical imaging science (computerised tomography)
• RAD3061 Medical imaging science (ultrasound)
• RAD3092 Magnetic resonance imaging (physics and technology)
• RTS4101 Radiation therapy science 1
• RTS4103 Radiation therapy science 3
• RTS4104 Radiation therapy principles and practice 1
• RTS4105 Radiation therapy principles and practice 2

Free elective study (6 points)

This unit may be chosen from across the faculty or from across the University if you have the required prerequisites and there are no restrictions on enrolment.

Students who successfully complete any specialisation in the Bachelor of Health Sciences course are eligible to apply for admission to M6012 Master of Social Work and M6004 Master of Radiation Therapy. For the latter you will need to achieve a credit average and pass a situational judgment test.

Students graduating with the Bachelor of Human Services and admitted to the Master of Social Work will be eligible to receive 24 points of credit toward it. Upon successful completion of the master's they will be eligible for accreditation with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW).

Students graduating with the Bachelor of Radiation Sciences and admitted to the Master of Radiation Therapy will be eligible to receive 24 points of credit towards it. Upon successful completion of the masters, they will be eligible for general registration as a radiation therapist from the Medical Radiation Practice Board of Australia.

The five-year Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) curriculum is designed as an integrated course incorporating four themes, within which units are taught in an interdisciplinary fashion by staff from across the faculty and in a wide range of learning environments (campus and clinical).

During the early years of the course, the basic medical and behavioural sciences (anatomy, biochemistry, genetics, immunology, microbiology, pathology, pharmacology, physiology, psychology and sociology) are introduced within interdisciplinary units.

The course features extended semester durations and requires approximately 25 formal contact hours per week in years one and two, though in years three to five, students will be expected to spend around 40 hours per week working in a clinical site. This provides students with time for self-directed study, the time and opportunity to be in control of their own learning, and to develop skills in problem-solving and the critical appraisal of information.

This degrees will be awarded at the honours standard. The grading of this award is based on academic achievement.

The Themes

The course has a four-theme structure. These themes are:

• Theme 1 - Personal and professional development
• Theme 2 - Population, society, health and illness
• Theme 3 - Scientific basis of clinical practice
• Theme 4 - Clinical skills

The four themes run through all years of the course, but will not be of equal weight; nor will they be of constant weight throughout the course.

Theme 1

'Personal and professional development' will focus on the doctor as an individual. This theme concentrates on the personal attributes and qualities needed by medical students and, ultimately, medical practitioners. It covers elements of health enhancement, professional responsibilities, communication skills, information technology, medical informatics and computing skills, ethics and legal issues, and clinical effectiveness.

Theme 2

'Population, society, health and illness' develops students' abilities to deal with broader society and population issues. Students will consider the social, environmental and behavioural contexts of illness and the practice of medicine, including an emphasis on rural and remote Australia. Other elements of this theme will be built around research skills, critical analysis, health promotion, epidemiology, public health, community diversity, population and global health, and a range of other societal issues. The history and philosophy of the scientific approach to medicine will also be included, extending this to approaches to knowledge and information, and an understanding of evidence-based medicine.

Theme 3

'Scientific basis of clinical practice' includes much of the human systems-based teaching in the course. The knowledge and concepts that underpin medicine, both in the basic medical sciences and in the clinical sciences, will be delivered within this theme. In later years, students are expected to develop more advanced knowledge in a self-selected discipline area relevant to their clinical placement.

Theme 4

The 'Clinical skills' theme encompasses the whole range of clinical skills. Practice in clinical skills (including procedural skills) is stressed early and often. The approach in clinical skills development will be to develop defined clinical competencies. This will begin with clinical aspects of communication skills and move through history taking and physical examinations to the more advanced clinical and procedural skills.

Rural practice

The five-year curriculum will include an experience in rural areas for all students. This includes one day in a rural community in first year and a two-week rural program undertaken in Year 2 of the course.

Awarding of honours grade

Students completing this degree may receive an overall honours grade based on a high level of academic achievement.

The honours grade is recorded in the unit MED5100 (Final MBBS grade) and is calculated from the results achieved in units studied as follows:

• 60 per cent of the result achieved for MED4000
• 30 per cent of the result achieved for MED2000
• 10 per cent of the overall average results achieved in year 5 of the course.

Students will receive an honours grade for the following scores:

• H1 - a result of 80 per cent or higher
• H2A - 79-75 per cent.

These course outcomes are aligned with the Australian Qualifications Framework level 8, the Bologna Cycle 1 and Monash Graduate AttributesAustralian Qualifications Framework level 8, the Bologna Cycle 1 and Monash Graduate Attributes (http://monash.edu/pubs/handbooks/alignmentofoutcomes.html).

The Monash University Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery program will strive to graduate doctors who:

• be knowledgeable, skilful, reflective and compassionate
• be innovative in their approach to and solution of problems
• be skilled at accessing, appraising, and applying the best available evidence to their everyday practice
• be able to critically review medical research literature
• be able to develop a focused research question
• apply data analysis methods appropriate for a research question
• demonstrate awareness of the social, ethical, economic and environmental context of health and illness and psychological wellbeing and delivery of care
• be committed to the health of populations as well as individuals
• be concerned with issues of equity, quality and humanity in health care and act as advocates for the disadvantaged and dispossessed
• maintain high standards throughout their professional life by a commitment to life-long learning and teaching
• have the skill to address the key questions relevant to the community and to medicine
• be capable of leadership and yet be comfortable working as a team member
• uphold the community's trust and expectations of the role of a doctor
• be advocates for health by practising preventative medicine and health promotion
• recognise the essential role and use of research in underpinning medical practice.

Special requirements

Students must refer to the information available on the special requirements outlined below. It is the responsibility of the student to ensure they have the correct documentation.

Police checks

Students must have a current Police check regarding their suitability to undertake placements. Refer to the faculty's police checkspolice checks (http://www.med.monash.edu.au/current/police-checks.html) webpage.

Working with Children checks

Students must have a current Working with Children check regarding their suitability to undertake placements. Refer to the faculty's Working with Children checksWorking with Children checks (http://www.med.monash.edu.au/current/wwc-check.html) webpage.

Immunisation and infection requirements

In accordance with the National Health and Medical Research Council recommendations, this course requires that students comply with the faculty's Immunisation and vaccination policy and proceduresImmunisation and vaccination policy and procedures (http://www.med.monash.edu.au/current/immunisation/). These are designed to provide maximum protection against the increased risk of some vaccine preventable diseases for students, patients and workers in a health care setting.

This policy, and the associated procedures require that students have certain specified vaccinations, and have their blood borne virus status determined, before they commence a clinical placement. Students who have not complied with this policy may not be able to undertake clinical placement, with the attendant academic consequences.

Prospective students are provided detailed information on the effect of blood borne virus infection on the scope of practice of health care workers. Students who test positive to a blood borne virus (including HIV, Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C) will be required to consult a specialist medical practitioner approved by the faculty to provide advice on any necessary restrictions on work practices to protect patients and others from infection.

First Aid Certificates

It is highly recommended that students hold or attain by the end of first semester a current registered Level 2 or Senior First Aid Certificate.

Student registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency

In keeping with a student's professional responsibilities, all MBBS students must be registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and must keep the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences informed of any matters that would impact on that registration.

Clinical practice units

This course requires students to undertake off-campus clinical placements. In the clinical setting students will have an opportunity to apply theory to practice under supervision. Attendance is mandatory for the clinical component of each unit.

Students must be aware of the faculty's Clinical Placement GuidelinesClinical Placement Guidelines (http://www.med.monash.edu.au/policies/docs/clinical-fieldwork-placement-guidelines.pdf).

Students will not be permitted to attend any clinical placements unless they have current valid Working With Children and Police checks, and have a satisfactory immunization status.

Clinical expenses

Students are responsible for all travel and accommodation expenses during clinical placements.

Years one and two

In the first week of the first year of the course, students will attend a residential transition program, designed to focus on transition to university life, personal ethics, healthy lifestyle, group support and introduction to communication skills.

Throughout the first two years, blocks of systems-based sub-units will be presented with a mix of basic medical science content, patient-based presentations and discussions in small groups. These sub-units combine basic content with generic skills and are set in appropriate clinical contexts, largely through the use of patient-oriented learning. Topics include:

• cardiovascular
• endocrinology
• gastrointestinal
• genomics
• human behaviour
• human development and growth
• immunology
• infection
• metabolism
• molecules, cells and tissues
• musculo-skeletal
• neurosciences
• nutrition
• renal
• reproduction
• respiratory.

Years three and four

Years three to five will be based at the Clinical School in Johor, with clinical studies centred in the Sultanah Aminah Hospital, a tertiary and referral hospital in Johor Bahru.

In the third and fourth years, the clinical content is delivered in blocks of clinical rotations, with a mix of advanced and applied medical science, patient-oriented presentations, and discussions in small tutorial groups. A variety of clinical settings are used, including a range of hospitals, ambulatory clinics and the rural environment. The emphasis will be on students gaining real clinical experience, participating in patient care and understanding how health care teams work.

In the third year, students will study integrated medicine and surgery and pathophysiology which will be taught together with a series of problem-based and core-based learning sessions. The fourth year will be largely taken up with the core clinical rotations of:

• children's health
• general practice
• psychological medicine
• women's health.

Year five

The fifth year of the course is focused on facilitating the transition of students into the medical workplace as trainee interns and will be structured as a series of clinical rotations. In order to comply with the Australian Medical Council (AMC) accreditation requirements students will be required to undertake a clinical rotation in Australia.*

Students will participate in a range of learning experiences designed to substantially enhance their clinical reasoning, diagnostic and case management skills. Students will consolidate and enhance their knowledge, clinical skills and professional behaviours in five clinically orientated rotations: aged care, emergency medicine, medical, surgical and specialty. In addition, students will undertake an elective rotation in a clinical area of personal interest, subject to faculty approval.

* Students choose from a range of placements offered by the faculty.

First year

Semester one

• MED1011 Medicine 1

Semester two

• MED1022 Medicine 2

Second year

Semester one

• MED2031 Medicine 3

Semester two

• MED2000 Year 1 and 2 final grade
• MED2042 Medicine 4

Third year

Semester one

• MED3051 Medicine and surgery 1

Semester two

• MED3062 Medicine and surgery 2

Full year unit

• MED3200 Introductory clinical studies

Fourth year

Semester two

• MED4000 Year 3B and 4C final grade

Full year unit

• MED4190 Specialty clinical practices
• MED4200 Integrated clinical studies

Fifth year

Semester one

• MED5091 Advanced clinical practice 1

Semester two

• MED5092 Advanced clinical practice 2
• MED5100 Final MBBS grade

Full year unit

• MED5102 Contemporary developments in clinical practice: Patient safety

Students may exit this course with a Bachelor of Human Sciences after successfully completing at least 144 points of study.

It's an exciting time to be studying medicine at Monash. We are the only Victorian university to offer a direct-from-school medical degree course, and we also offer graduate entry course leading to the same medical degree. Whichever your pathway to medicine at Monash, you will see the discoveries of our world-renowned researchers put into clinical practice and enjoy our links to the largest health-care provider network in Australia, which includes the Monash Medical Centre and The Alfred, Melbourne's major casualty hospital.

The course is designed as an integrated curriculum, with units taught in an interdisciplinary fashion by staff from across the faculty and in a wide range of learning environments, both campus and clinical. Interdisciplinary units introduce the basic medical and behavioural sciences of anatomy, biochemistry, genetics, immunology, microbiology, pathology, pharmacology, physiology, psychology and sociology.

These integrated medical and behavioural sciences are provided in one year of study (Year A) at the Monash University School of Rural Health located on the Gippsland campus of Federation University Australia. This is also largely campus-based, with rural clinical and community placements. The Churchill facilities include a clinical simulations centre and state of the art clinical training at Latrobe Regional hospital, Warragul, Sale, Leongatha and Wonthaggi hospitals.

Years B, C and D are conducted in clinical settings, generally in hospitals and practices across metropolitan Melbourne and rural Victoria. During this period you will spend around 40 hours per week working at a clinical site. This will provide you with time for self-directed study, and the time and opportunity to be in control of your own learning and to develop skills in problem-solving and the critical appraisal of information. Year D offers rotations through a number of clinical settings, such as aged care and emergency care, with the chance for elective and selective studies.

The graduate entry course is open only to applicants who have completed or are in the final year of a bachelor's degree with a significant biomedical science content at a recognised university. Note that there will be changes for 2017 entry, with only Monash specified degrees being accepted for entry. Information about relevant degrees and these changes can be found at online.

The course is accredited by the Australian Medical Council. After successfully completing the medical course, you become eligible for provisional registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency and the Medical Board of Australia. After serving a compulsory internship year of residence in an approved hospital, you become eligible for final registration in Victoria and other states of Australia. You initially work as a doctor within the hospital system and can undertake further specialty training in a range of areas, such as general practice, obstetrics, paediatrics, psychiatry and surgery.

To broaden your options, you will have the opportunity to take intermission from your MBBS studies after Year A to undertake the Honours degree of Bachelor of Medical Science, and focus on an area of medical science research, before returning to the MBBS (Hons) course. This will place you in an excellent position to continue with medical research at a later stage, perhaps through a PhD, should you so wish.

Rural practice

All students are encouraged to spend time in rural areas. In order for the University to meet the requirements of the Australian Government Rural Clinical Training and Support (RCTS) program, all students that hold a Commonwealth-supported place (CSP) are required to undertake a minimum of four weeks experience in rural areas. Student placements in clinical years may be in metropolitan or rural locations. Students are allocated to particular locations (including rural placements) for up to 12 months. Students have the opportunity to spend up to two years in a rural site.

Awarding of honours grade

Students completing this degree may receive an overall honours grade based on a high level of academic achievement.

The honours grade is recorded in the unit MED5100 (Final MBBS grade) and is calculated from the results achieved in units studied as follows:

• 60 per cent of the result achieved for MED4000
• 30 per cent of the result achieved for GMA2000
• 10 per cent of the overall average results achieved in year 5 of the course.

Students will receive an honours grade for the following scores:

• H1 - a result of 80 per cent or higher
• H2A - 79-75 per cent.

These course outcomes are aligned with the Australian Qualifications Framework level 8, the Bologna Cycle 1 and Monash Graduate AttributesAustralian Qualifications Framework level 8, the Bologna Cycle 1 and Monash Graduate Attributes (http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/handbooks/alignmentofoutcomes.html).

Upon successful completion of this course it is expected that you will:

1. be knowledgeable, skilful, reflective and compassionate
2. be innovative in your approach to and solution of problems
3. be skilled at accessing, appraising, and applying the best available evidence to your everyday practice
4. be able to critically review medical research literature
5. be able to develop a focused research question
6. apply data analysis methods appropriate for a research question
7. demonstrate awareness of the social, ethical, economic and environmental context of health and illness and psychological wellbeing and delivery of care
8. be committed to the health of populations as well as individuals
9. be concerned with issues of equity, quality and humanity in health care and act as an advocate for the disadvantaged and dispossessed
10. maintain high standards throughout your professional life by a commitment to life-long learning and teaching
11. have the skill to address the key questions relevant to the community and to medicine
12. be capable of leadership and yet be comfortable working as a team member
13. uphold the community's trust and expectations of the role of a doctor
14. be an advocate for health by practising preventative medicine and health promotion
15. recognise the essential role and use of research which underpins medical practice.

Special requirements

Students must refer to the information available on the special requirements outlined below. It is the responsibility of the student to ensure they have the correct documentation.

Police checks

Students must have a current Police check regarding their suitability to undertake placements. Refer to the faculty's police checkspolice checks (http://www.med.monash.edu.au/current/police-checks.html) webpage.

Working with Children checks

Students must have a current Working with Children check regarding their suitability to undertake placements. Refer to the faculty's Working with Children checksWorking with Children checks (http://www.med.monash.edu.au/current/wwc-check.html) webpage.

Immunisation and infection requirements

In accordance with the National Health and Medical Research Council recommendations, this course requires that students comply with the faculty's Immunisation and vaccination policy and proceduresImmunisation and vaccination policy and procedures (http://www.med.monash.edu.au/current/immunisation/). These are designed to provide maximum protection against the increased risk of some vaccine preventable diseases for students, patients and workers in a health care setting.

This policy, and the associated procedures require that students have certain specified vaccinations, and have their blood borne virus status determined, before they commence a clinical placement. Students who have not complied with this policy may not be able to undertake clinical placement, with the attendant academic consequences.

Prospective students are provided detailed information on the effect of blood borne virus infection on the scope of practice of health care workers. Students who test positive to a blood borne virus (including HIV, Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C) will be required to consult a specialist medical practitioner approved by the faculty to provide advice on any necessary restrictions on work practices to protect patients and others from infection.

First Aid Certificates

It is highly recommended that students hold, or attain by the end of first semester, a current registered Level 2 or Senior First Aid Certificate.

Student registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency

In keeping with a student's professional responsibilities, all MBBS students must be registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency and must keep the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences informed of any matters that would impact on that registration.

Clinical practice units

This course requires students to undertake off-campus clinical placements. In the clinical setting students will have an opportunity to apply theory to practice under supervision. Attendance is mandatory for the clinical component of each unit. Students must be aware of the faculty's Clinical Placement GuidelinesClinical Placement Guidelines (http://www.med.monash.edu.au/policies/docs/clinical-fieldwork-placement-guidelines.pdf).

Clinical expenses

Students are responsible for all travel and accommodation expenses during clinical placements.

The course develops through theme studies in personal and professional development; population, society, health and Illness; scientific basis of clinical practice; and clinical skills, all of which come together in professional practice demonstrated in the clinical placement units.

Part A: Personal and professional development

These studies focus on the doctor as an individual. The focus will be on the personal attributes and qualities you will need as a medical student and, ultimately, a medical practitioner. It covers elements of health enhancement, professional responsibilities, communication skills, information technology, medical informatics and computing skills, ethics and legal issues, and clinical effectiveness.

Part B. Population, society, health and illness

The focus of these studies is the social, environmental and behavioural contexts of illness and the practice of medicine, especially in rural and remote areas, and broad societal issues such as health promotion, epidemiology, public health, community diversity, population and global health. You will also study the history and philosophy of the scientific approach to medicine, and approaches to knowledge and information, and hence develop a sound understanding of evidence-based medicine.

Part C. Scientific basis of clinical practice

These studies address human systems, and through them you will develop the knowledge and concepts that underpin both the basic medical sciences and in the clinical sciences.

Part D. Clinical skills

This theme encompasses the whole range of clinical skills and will develop defined clinical competencies. This will begin with clinical aspects of communication skills and move through history taking and physical examinations to the more advanced clinical and procedural skills.

Units are interdisciplinary, with themes woven through each semester.

Year A

Blocks of systems-based sub-units are presented with a mix of basic medical science content, patient-based presentations and discussions in small groups. These sub-units combine basic content with generic skills and are set in appropriate clinical contexts, largely through the use of patient-oriented learning. Topics include:

• cardiovascular system
• endocrinology
• gastrointestinal tract
• genomics
• human behaviour
• human development and growth
• immunology and infection
• metabolism
• molecules, cells and tissues
• musculo-skeletal system
• neurosciences
• nutrition
• urinary system
• reproduction
• respiratory system.

Years B and C

During this period, clinical content is delivered in blocks of clinical rotations, with a mix of advanced and applied medical science, patient-oriented presentations, and discussions in small tutorial groups. A variety of clinical settings are used, including a range of metropolitan and rural hospitals, ambulatory clinics and the rural environment. The emphasis will be on students gaining real clinical experience, participating in patient care and understanding how health care teams work. In the third year, you will study integrated medicine and surgery and pathology which will be taught together with a series of problem-based and core-based learning sessions. The fourth year will be largely taken up with the core clinical rotations of:

• children's health
• general practice
• psychological medicine
• women's health.

Year D

The final year of the course focuses on facilitating your transition into the medical workplace as a trainee intern and will be structured as a series of clinical rotations*. You will participate in a range of learning experiences designed to substantially enhance your clinical reasoning, diagnostic and case management skills. You will consolidate and enhance your knowledge, clinical skills and professional behaviours in five clinically orientated rotations:

• aged care
• emergency medicine
• medical
• surgical
• specialty.

In addition, you will undertake an elective rotation in a clinical area of personal interest, subject to faculty approval.

* Students may choose from a range of placements offered by the faculty or may arrange to undertake an elective rotation in another faculty-approved healthcare facility or university in Australia or overseas.

Students must complete 192 points.

The course progression mapcourse progression map (http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/2016handbooks/maps/map-4532.pdf) will assist you to plan to meet the course requirements, and guidance on unit enrolment for each semester of study.

Students complete:

• GMA1010 Foundations of medical practice (48 points)
• GMA2000 Final grade (0 points)
• MED3051 Medicine and surgery 1 (12 points)
• MED3062 Medicine and surgery 2 (12 points)
• MED3200 Introductory clinical studies (24 points)
• MED4000 Year 3B and 4C final grade (0 points)
• MED4190 Specialty clinical practices (24 points)
• MED4200 Integrated clinical studies (24 points)
• MED5091 Advanced clinical practice 1 (12 points)
• MED5092 Advanced clinical practice 2 (12 points)
• MED5100 Final MBBS grade (0 points)
• MED5102 Contemporary developments in clinical practice: Patient safety (24 points)

Prior to graduation, eligible students may intermit their studies and apply for admission to 0041 Bachelor of Medical Science (Honours) which provides a one year honours research compliment to the Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (Honours).

Students may exit this course with a Bachelor of Human Sciences after successfully completing at least 144 points of study.

It's an exciting time to be studying medicine at Monash. We are the only Victorian university to offer a direct-from-school medical degree course, and we also offer graduate entry course leading to the same medical degree. Whichever your pathway to medicine at Monash, you will see the discoveries of our world-renowned researchers put into clinical practice and enjoy our links to the largest health-care provider network in Australia, which includes the Monash Medical Centre and The Alfred, Melbourne's major casualty hospital.

The course is designed as an integrated curriculum, with units taught in an interdisciplinary fashion by staff from across the faculty and in a wide range of learning environments, both campus and clinical. For school leaver entry, the first two years are largely campus-based, although some city and rural clinical placements are possible. Interdisciplinary units introduce the basic medical and behavioural sciences of anatomy, biochemistry, genetics, immunology, microbiology, pathology, pharmacology, physiology, psychology and sociology.

Years 3 to 5 are conducted in clinical settings, generally in hospitals and practices across metropolitan Melbourne and rural Victoria. During this period you will spend around 40 hours per week working at a clinical site. This will provide you with time for self-directed study, and the time and opportunity to be in control of your own learning and to develop skills in problem-solving and the critical appraisal of information. Year 5 offers rotations through a number of clinical settings, such as aged care and emergency care, with the chance for elective and selective studies.

The course is accredited by the Australian Medical Council. After successfully completing the medical course, you become eligible for provisional registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency and the Medical Board of Australia. After serving a compulsory internship year of residence in an approved hospital, you become eligible for final registration in Victoria and other states of Australia. You initially work as a doctor within the hospital system and can undertake further specialty training in a range of areas, such as general practice, obstetrics, paediatrics, psychiatry and surgery.

To broaden your options, you will have the opportunity to take intermission from your MBBS studies after Year 2 to undertake the Honours degree of Bachelor of Medical Science, and focus on an area of medical science research, before returning to the MBBS (Hons) course. This will place you in an excellent position to continue with medical research at a later stage, perhaps through a PhD, should you so wish.

Rural practice

All students are encouraged to spend time in rural areas. In order for the University to meet the requirements of the Australian Government Rural Clinical Training and Support (RCTS) program, all students that hold a Commonwealth-supported place (CSP) are required to undertake a minimum of four weeks experience in rural areas. Student placements in clinical years may be in metropolitan or rural locations. Students are allocated to particular locations (including rural placements) for up to 12 months. A cohort of students will be given the opportunity to spend up to two years in a rural site.

Awarding of honours grade

Students completing this degree may receive an overall honours grade based on a high level of academic achievement.

The honours grade is recorded in the unit MED5100 (Final MBBS grade) and is calculated from the results achieved in units studied as follows:

• 60 per cent of the result achieved for MED4000
• 30 per cent of the result achieved for MED2000
• 10 per cent of the overall average results achieved in year 5 of the course.

Students will receive an honours grade for the following scores:

• H1 - a result of 80 per cent or higher
• H2A - 79-75 per cent.

These course outcomes are aligned with the Australian Qualifications Framework level 8, the Bologna Cycle 1 and Monash Graduate AttributesAustralian Qualifications Framework level 8, the Bologna Cycle 1 and Monash Graduate Attributes (http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/handbooks/alignmentofoutcomes.html).

Upon successful completion of this course it is expected that you will:

1. be knowledgeable, skilful, reflective and compassionate
2. be innovative in your approach to and solution of problems
3. be skilled at accessing, appraising, and applying the best available evidence to your everyday practice
4. be able to critically review medical research literature
5. be able to develop a focused research question
6. apply data analysis methods appropriate for a research question
7. demonstrate awareness of the social, ethical, economic and environmental context of health and illness and psychological wellbeing and delivery of care
8. be committed to the health of populations as well as individuals
9. be concerned with issues of equity, quality and humanity in health care and act as an advocate for the disadvantaged and dispossessed
10. maintain high standards throughout your professional life by a commitment to life-long learning and teaching
11. have the skill to address the key questions relevant to the community and to medicine
12. be capable of leadership and yet be comfortable working as a team member
13. uphold the community's trust and expectations of the role of a doctor
14. be an advocate for health by practising preventative medicine and health promotion
15. recognise the essential role and use of research which underpins medical practice.

Special requirements

Students must refer to the information available on the special requirements outlined below. It is the responsibility of the student to ensure they have the correct documentation.

Police checks

Students must have a current Police check regarding their suitability to undertake placements. Refer to the faculty's police checkspolice checks (http://www.med.monash.edu.au/current/police-checks.html) webpage.

Working with Children checks

Students must have a current Working with Children check regarding their suitability to undertake placements. Refer to the faculty's Working with Children checksWorking with Children checks (http://www.med.monash.edu.au/current/wwc-check.html) webpage.

Immunisation and infection requirements

In accordance with the National Health and Medical Research Council recommendations, this course requires that students comply with the faculty's Immunisation and vaccination policy and proceduresImmunisation and vaccination policy and procedures (http://www.med.monash.edu.au/current/immunisation/). These are designed to provide maximum protection against the increased risk of some vaccine preventable diseases for students, patients and workers in a health care setting.

This policy, and the associated procedures require that students have certain specified vaccinations, and have their blood borne virus status determined, before they commence a clinical placement. Students who have not complied with this policy may not be able to undertake clinical placement, with the attendant academic consequences.

Prospective students are provided detailed information on the effect of blood borne virus infection on the scope of practice of health care workers. Students who test positive to a blood borne virus (including HIV, Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C) will be required to consult a specialist medical practitioner approved by the faculty to provide advice on any necessary restrictions on work practices to protect patients and others from infection.

First Aid Certificates

It is highly recommended that students hold or attain by the end of first semester, a current registered Level 2 or Senior First Aid Certificate.

Student registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency

In keeping with a student's professional responsibilities, all MBBS students must be registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and must keep the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences informed of any matters that would impact on that registration.

Clinical practice units

This course requires students to undertake off-campus clinical placements. In the clinical setting students will have an opportunity to apply theory to practice under supervision. Attendance is mandatory for the clinical component of each unit.

Students must be aware of the faculty's Clinical Placement GuidelinesClinical Placement Guidelines (http://www.med.monash.edu.au/policies/docs/clinical-fieldwork-placement-guidelines.pdf).

Students will not be permitted to attend any clinical placements unless they have current valid Working With Children and Police checks, and have a satisfactory immunization status.

Clinical expenses

Students are responsible for all travel and accommodation expenses during clinical placements.

The course develops through theme studies in personal and professional development; population, society, health and Illness; scientific basis of clinical practice; and clinical skills, all of which come together in professional practice demonstrated in the clinical placement units.

Part A: Personal and professional development

These studies focus on the doctor as an individual. The focus will be on the personal attributes and qualities you will need as a medical student and, ultimately, a medical practitioner. It covers elements of health enhancement, professional responsibilities, communication skills, information technology, medical informatics and computing skills, ethics and legal issues, and clinical effectiveness.

Part B. Population, society, health and illness

The focus of these studies is the social, environmental and behavioural contexts of illness and the practice of medicine, especially in rural and remote areas, and broad societal issues such as health promotion, epidemiology, public health, community diversity, population and global health. You will also study the history and philosophy of the scientific approach to medicine, and approaches to knowledge and information, and hence develop a sound understanding of evidence-based medicine.

Part C. Scientific basis of clinical practice

These studies address human systems, and through them you will develop the knowledge and concepts that underpin both the basic medical sciences and in the clinical sciences.

Part D. Clinical skills

This theme encompasses the whole range of clinical skills and will develop defined clinical competencies. This will begin with clinical aspects of communication skills and move through history taking and physical examinations to the more advanced clinical and procedural skills.

Units are interdisciplinary, with themes woven through each semester.

Years 1 and 2

Blocks of systems-based sub-units are presented with a mix of basic medical science content, patient-based presentations and discussions in small groups. These sub-units combine basic content with generic skills and are set in appropriate clinical contexts, largely through the use of patient-oriented learning. Topics include:

• cardiovascular system
• endocrinology
• gastrointestinal tract
• genomics
• human behaviour
• human development and growth
• immunology and infection
• metabolism
• molecules, cells and tissues
• musculo-skeletal system
• neurosciences
• nutrition
• urinary system
• reproduction
• respiratory system.

Years 3 and 4

During this period, clinical content is delivered in blocks of clinical rotations, with a mix of advanced and applied medical science, patient-oriented presentations, and discussions in small tutorial groups. A variety of clinical settings are used, including a range of metropolitan and rural hospitals, ambulatory clinics and the rural environment. The emphasis will be on students gaining real clinical experience, participating in patient care and understanding how health care teams work. In the third year, you will study integrated medicine and surgery and pathology which will be taught together with a series of problem-based and core-based learning sessions. Year 4 will be largely taken up with the core clinical rotations of:

• children's health
• general practice
• psychological medicine
• women's health.

Year 5

The final year of the course focuses on facilitating your transition into the medical workplace as a trainee intern and will be structured as a series of clinical rotations*. You will participate in a range of learning experiences designed to substantially enhance your clinical reasoning, diagnostic and case management skills. You will consolidate and enhance your knowledge, clinical skills and professional behaviours in five clinically orientated rotations:

• aged care
• emergency medicine
• medical
• surgical
• specialty.

In addition, you will undertake an elective rotation in a clinical area of personal interest, subject to faculty approval.

* Students may choose from a range of placements offered by the faculty or may arrange to undertake an elective rotation in another faculty-approved healthcare facility or university in Australia or overseas.

The course develops through theme studies in personal and professional development; population, society, health and Illness; scientific basis of clinical practice; and clinical skills. These are integrated in units throughout the course and come together in professional practice demonstrated in the clinical placement units.

Students must complete 240 points.

The course progression mapcourse progression map (http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/2016handbooks/maps/map-4531.pdf) will assist you to plan to meet the course requirements, and guidance on unit enrolment for each semester of study.

Students complete:

• MED1011 Medicine 1 (24 points)
• MED1022 Medicine 2 (24 points)
• MED2000 Year 1 and 2 final grade (0 points)
• MED2031 Medicine 3 (24 points)
• MED2042 Medicine 4 (24 points)
• MED3051 Medicine and surgery 1 (12 points)
• MED3062 Medicine and surgery 2 (12 points)
• MED3200 Introductory clinical studies (24 points)
• MED4000 Year 3B and 4C final grade (0 points)
• MED4190 Specialty clinical practices (24 points)
• MED4200 Integrated clinical studies (24 points)
• MED5091 Advanced clinical practice 1 (18 points)
• MED5092 Advanced clinical practice 2 (24 points)
• MED5100 Final MBBS grade (0 points)
• MED5102 Contemporary developments in clinical practice: Patient safety (6 points)

Prior to graduation, eligible students may intermit their studies and apply for admission to 0041 Bachelor of Medical Science (Honours) which provides a one year honours research compliment to the Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (Honours).

Students may exit this course with a Bachelor of Human Sciences after successfully completing at least 144 points of study.

Monash nursing graduates are sought after worldwide because of our teaching quality, which ensures that our graduates possess valuable skills in clinical reasoning, client care, communication, judgement and research developed through extensive clinical experience in a variety of local and international health agencies. These are underpinned and strengthened by our links to world-class medical researchers and major teaching hospitals.

The Nursing course will prepare you for increasingly complex health care situations in Australia and internationally. As a graduate you will have acquired the knowledge and skills to be a competent beginning-level registered nurse who can provide leadership and care across the age continuum, and you will have the scope to provide care in multiple settings, including acute care, primary health care and health promotion.

You will develop knowledge for the safe practice of clinical skills in a variety of health care facilities and services over the course of your studies, and develop a broad range of knowledge in relevant disciplines, enabling you to critically analyse health care situations, concepts and perspectives. You will have plenty of opportunity for clinical experience in diverse settings throughout Victoria and you may also get the opportunity to study and undertake clinical placements in Sweden or the UK under our successful student exchange programs.

Your clinical and professional skills will be further developed through time spent working with students enrolled in other health science courses (ie, occupational therapy, physiotherapy, paramedic, medical imaging, nutrition and dietetics, social work) enabling you to experience interdisciplinary service delivery and inter-professional education.

Successful completion of the course will lead to eligibility for registration as a registered nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia. The nursing degree creates local, national and international opportunities in a range of health service areas, such as acute hospital care, mental health, rehabilitation, aged care, community-based care and rural and remote services.

It also provides an excellent foundation for further education and practice in specialist areas of acute medical/surgical nursing, emergency nursing, intensive care, midwifery, paediatrics, peri-operative, mental health, palliative care, oncology, wound care and other areas.

These course outcomes are aligned with the Australian Qualifications Framework level 7, the Bologna Cycle 1 and Monash Graduate AttributesAustralian Qualifications Framework level 7, the Bologna Cycle 1 and Monash Graduate Attributes (http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/handbooks/alignmentofoutcomes.html).

Upon successful completion of this course graduates will be expected to:

1. meet currently accepted standards of nursing practice as set down in the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Council (ANMC) National Competencies for the registered nurse
2. provide holistic nursing care as a first-level practitioner in a variety of health care settings compatible with the broad health care needs and goals of Australia's multi-cultural society
3. encompass caring as a foundational concept for nursing practice
4. demonstrate effective communication in the health care setting
5. practice safely and maintain legal and ethical standards of practice
6. identify the health care needs and problems of individuals and groups of people in a variety of settings
7. set priorities in respect of health care needs and problems and make referrals when appropriate
8. plan, implement and evaluate care activities which encourage individuals and groups to achieve independence or self-help in achieving and maintaining optimal levels of health
9. demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of political, historical, cultural, social and professional forces which have influenced nursing in the past, and which provide the potential for change within nursing
10. understand the scientific principles underlying safe physical care of the client
11. appreciate the importance of participating in further education
12. understand and appreciate the importance of nursing research and critically analyse and apply research findings to nursing practice
13. develop an ability to work within a team and adopt a collaborative approach to health care, both at an interpersonal and an interdisciplinary level
14. participate in quality improvement programs to ensure quality care practices
15. participate in health teaching to individuals and groups.

Students who have successfully completed a TAFE:

• Certificate IV in Health (Nursing) may apply for credit for up to 24 credit points in the first year of the course
• Diploma of Nursing may apply for credit for up to 48 credit points in the first year of the course.

Students who have completed or commenced other relevant studies may also be considered for credit.

Special requirements

Students must refer to the information available on the special requirements outlined below. It is the responsibility of the student to ensure they have the correct documentation.

Police checks

Students must have a current Police check regarding their suitability to undertake placements. Refer to the faculty's police checkspolice checks (http://www.med.monash.edu.au/current/police-checks.html) webpage.

Working with Children checks

Students must have a current Working with Children check regarding their suitability to undertake placements. Refer to the faculty's working with children checksworking with children checks (http://www.med.monash.edu.au/current/wwc-check.html) webpage.

Immunisation and infection requirements

In accordance with the National Health and Medical Research Council recommendations, this course requires that students comply with the faculty's Immunisation and vaccination policy and proceduresImmunisation and vaccination policy and procedures (http://www.med.monash.edu.au/current/immunisation/). These are designed to provide maximum protection against the increased risk of some vaccine preventable diseases for students, patients and workers in a health care setting.

This policy, and the associated procedures require that students have certain specified vaccinations, and have their blood borne virus status determined, before they commence a clinical placement. Students who have not complied with this policy may not be able to undertake clinical placement, with the attendant academic consequences.

Prospective students are provided detailed information on the effect of blood borne virus infection on the scope of practice of health care workers. Students who test positive to a blood borne virus (including HIV, Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C) will be required to consult a specialist medical practitioner approved by the faculty to provide advice on any necessary restrictions on work practices to protect patients and others from infection.

Drug Administration Policy

Students should be aware of their legal responsibilities regarding the administration and storage of drugs in keeping with the Drugs Poisons and Controlled Substances Act 1981 (Vic) and the Drugs Poisons and Controlled Substances Regulations 2006 (Vic). The School of Nursing and Midwifery have formulated a policy and students should be aware of the drug administration policy relevant to their particular year of study. Refer to the faculty's clinical guidelinesclinical guidelines (http://www.med.monash.edu.au/nursing/current.html) webpage

This course requires students to undertake off-campus rural and metropolitan clinical placements. In the clinical setting students will have an opportunity to apply theory to practice under supervision. Attendance is mandatory for the clinical component of each unit. Where a student's skill or knowledge is found to be inadequate, access to the clinical component of the unit will be denied. A student may be withdrawn from a clinical practicum if required skills and knowledge are deemed inadequate, or on other grounds deemed appropriate by the head of school.

Clinical practice units

This course requires students to undertake off-campus clinical placements. In the clinical setting students will have an opportunity to apply theory to practice under supervision. Attendance is mandatory for the clinical component of each unit. All students in this course will be required to attend a variety of clinical placements. Travel to metropolitan and rural sites may be required. Clinical experience makes up approximately 50 per cent of the Bachelor of Nursing course. Clinical placements begin in the first year of the degree and will increase in duration and complexity as the student progresses.

Generally speaking, students on clinical experience will take on shift work, including weekend shifts and night duty, and work a supervised, unpaid 40 hour week. Make-up for time missed will be arranged in consultation with the clinical coordinator and unit coordinator on receipt of a medical certificate or other acceptable documentation.

A student may be denied access to or be withdrawn from a clinical practicum if required skills and knowledge are deemed inadequate, or on other grounds deemed appropriate by the head of school.

Clinical expenses

Students are responsible for all travel and accommodation expenses related to clinical placements. Uniforms and accessories are required for clinical placements and students will be notified regarding purchase arrangements upon commencement.

Successful completion of the course will lead to eligibility for registration as a registered nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia

Part A. Human bioscience

These studies provide the foundation knowledge of human anatomy and physiology relevant to the allied health professions of nursing and midwifery. You will learn about the biological basis of human health and the working of human body. You will also develop the capacity to critically evaluate evidence in relation to health.

Part B. Sociocultural context of health and illness

These studies focus on the social, economic, and environmental factors that are determinants of health and of access to health care. You will also consider how policy, planning, organisation and delivery of health and healthcare impacts individuals and communities differently and the political and economic imperatives that inform them.

Part C. Clinical assessment and nursing practice

These studies develop your clinical competencies for nursing practice. You will acquire the knowledge and skills needed for the care of individuals including the assessment of clients' health status in order to determine and deliver competent nursing care. You will cover medical and surgical nursing, including pharmacology, pain management, wound assessment and acute care. You will also cover mental health care and care across the age span, focussing on evidence based interventions and management strategies

Part D. Professional practice

These studies focus on your development as a professional who is able to function and communicate both as a member of a health care team and autonomously as required. It will develop your understanding of evidence-based practice in health care delivery and of your responsibility to make professional judgments that are soundly reasoned and well informed by the best available evidence. You will consider the ethical and legal frameworks for health practice and research, and the health professional's relationship and obligations to patients, patient families and professional colleagues in the various health care environments.

In addition:

Part E. Free elective study

This will enable you to further develop your knowledge of nursing or to select units from across the University in which you are eligible to enrol.

This course comprises 144 points, of which 132 points are prescribed Nursing study, and 12 points are available for elective study.

The course develops through theme studies in A. Human bioscience; B. Sociocultural context of health and illness; C. Clinical assessment and nursing practice; and D. Professional practice. Units are clustered under themes that show the main emphasis of the unit, however, most units address more than one theme.

The course progression mapcourse progression map (http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/2016handbooks/maps/map-0727.pdf) will assist you to plan to meet the course requirements, and guidance on unit enrolment for each semester of study.

Units are six credit points unless otherwise stated.

Part A: Human bioscience (12 points)

Students complete:

• BMA1901 Human structure and function
• BMA1912 Human bioscience in nursing

Part B. Sociocultural context for health care (6 points)

Students complete:

• NUR1205 Population and socio-cultural health research utilisation

Part C. Clinical assessment and nursing practice (72 points)

Students complete:

• NUR1010 Foundations of nursing and midwifery practice
• NUR1102 Health assessment in clinical practice
• NUR2106 Integrated nursing practice 1 (12 points)
• NUR2107 Person centred mental health care
• NUR2206 Integrated nursing practice 2 (12 points)
• NUR2207 Mental health clinical practice
• NUR3022 Integrated nursing practice 4
• NUR3005 Chronic illness management in primary care (12 points)

Part D. Professional practice (42 points)

Students complete:

• NUR1001 Professional and scholarly communication
• NUR1105 Foundations of leadership in practice
• NUR1202 Legal issues and concepts
• NUR3001 Evidence based health care
• NUR3003 Education for clinical practice
• NUR3004 Preparing for practice (12 points)

Part E. Free elective study (12 points)

These elective units may be chosen from across the faculty and include those with the prefixes BEH, BMA, MID, NUR and OCC. Refer to the index of units by code in the current edition of the Handbook. Elective units may also be used to sample from across the University if you have the required prerequisites and there are no restrictions on enrolment into the units. The units may be at any level, however, no more than 10 units (60 points) at level 1 can be credited to the course.

Students admitted to the course with credit may need to use these electives to complete required units. Consult with the appropriate course map or the Course Convenor.

Clinical practice

This course requires students to undertake off-campus clinical placements. Clinical experience makes up approximately 50 per cent of the Bachelor of Nursing course. Attendance (100%) is mandatory for the clinical component of each unit. All students will be required to attend a variety of clinical placements. Clinical placements begin in the first year of the course and will increase in duration and complexity as the course progresses. Travel to metropolitan and rural sites may be required.

Generally speaking, students on clinical experience will take on shift work, including weekend shifts and night duty, and work a supervised, unpaid 40 hour week. Make-up for time missed will be arranged in consultation with the clinical coordinator and unit coordinator on receipt of a medical certificate or other acceptable documentation.

A student may be denied access to or be withdrawn from a clinical practicum if required skills and knowledge are deemed inadequate, or on other grounds deemed appropriate by the head of school.

Graduates of the Bachelor of Nursing who achieve a 70 per cent average or higher across units at level 3 are eligible to apply to enrol in the one year Honours degree of Bachelor of Nursing.

Graduates of the Bachelor of Nursing are eligible to apply to enrol in the Master of Nursing.

Note: Students will not be admitted directly into this course in 2016. Instead students will be admitted to the Bachelor of Nutrition Science Scholars Program with the potential to transfer to the Bachelor of Nutrition and Dietetics (Honours) at the end of their second year.

Growing awareness of the link between diet and health is pushing dietitians to the forefront of health care. Research also shows how the right diet can help treat diseases, enabling dietitians to play an important role in the care of people with illness. This course prepares graduates with the professional and personal qualities required to be outstanding dietetic practitioners in a wide variety of such workplace settings. Integrated academic components and clinical practice offer a range of major studies in clinical nutrition, population health, research and food services management, giving you many career options.

The first half of the course is studied mainly on-campus, and the second half provides hands-on practical experience in a range of healthcare and research settings including hospitals, community health and local government setting and involving clinical, food service, community nutrition and public health functions.

This course has a strong foundation in nutrition covering the scientific basis of nutrient requirements and healthy eating, intertwined with practical elements such as assessing dietary intake, food chemistry and composition, and the complex regulatory requirements relating to food. The latter years focus on clinical practice, including dietetic assessment practices and case management and the development of research skills for professional practice.

You will learn from researchers who specialise in diverse areas including dietary intake and metabolism, public health nutrition, functional foods, sports nutrition and exercise science, body composition, hunger and satiety. Laboratory and practice based research takes place in the newly developed Be Active Sleep Eat (BASE) complex at Notting Hill, fully equipped with state of the art research equipment, and run by highly qualified and experienced investigators. Our facilities feature a commercial kitchen, exercise and fitness studio, phlebotomy room, sleep laboratory, body composition, metabolic testing and anthropometric suites plus consulting rooms.

The course is accredited by the Dietitians Association of Australia and meets its national competency standards for entry-level dieticians. Graduates are eligible to become Accredited Practicing Dietitians.

*Note that students will not be admitted directly into this course in 2016. Instead high achieving students (ATAR 90+) seeking a DAA accredited course for dietitians, will be admitted into the Bachelor of Nutrition Science Scholars Program as explained below.

Monash University has developed a new two year Master of Dietetics. The process for full Dieticians Association of Australian (DAA) accreditation of the new Masters has begun but it is a rigorous and lengthy process, not expected to be completed until 2017. The University's aim is to achieve accreditation prior to graduation of the first cohort of Scholars. All inquiries regarding the progress of the program's accreditation review should be directed to the Monash University Dietetic Program Coordinator.

Students admitted to the Bachelor of Nutrition Science Scholars Program will have the following potential outcomes:

1. Immediate enrolment as Scholars in the Bachelor of Nutrition Science. If the Masters of Dietetics is accredited by the DAA by the end of 2017, Scholars who complete the Bachelor of Nutrition Science with an average grade of Credit or above are guaranteed entry into the Master of Dietetics in 2019 (supported by CSP or equivalent) with subject credits that mean the Masters may be completed in 1.5 years full time. Graduates of this combined 4.5 year program will be awarded a Bachelor of Nutrition Science (Scholars Program) and the DAA accredited Master of Dietetics.

2. If the Master of Dietetics is not accredited by the DAA by the end of 2017, Scholars will be transferred to the Bachelor of Nutrition and Dietetics, a 4 year DAA accredited course, at the end of 2017. Graduates of this 4 year program will be awarded the DAA accredited Bachelor of Nutrition and Dietetics (Honours).

Students who do not qualify for the scholars' program may be offered admission to the Bachelor of Nutrition Science and, as graduates, will be eligible to compete for entry into the 1.5 year Masters in Dietetics.

These course outcomes are aligned with the Australian Qualifications Framework level 7, the Bologna Cycle 1 and Monash Graduate AttributesAustralian Qualifications Framework level 7, the Bologna Cycle 1 and Monash Graduate Attributes (http://www.monash.edu/pubs/handbooks/alignmentofoutcomes.html).

Upon successful completion of this course it is expected that graduates will be able to:

1. fulfil (and potentially surpass) the National Competency Standards for Entry Level Dietitians as defined by the Dietitians Association of Australia (DAA) 2009 and apply professional, safe and ethical conduct as outlined in the DAA Code of Professional Conduct
2. integrate and utilise associations between nutrition and health and disease to the practice of nutrition and dietetics for the health of populations as well as individuals
3. integrate advanced food knowledge and food skills into their professional practice
4. independently demonstrate initiative, creativity and responsibility in the application of quality research principles and methods within the science and practice of nutrition and dietetics
5. demonstrate flexible and appropriate oral and, written communication skills, including the ability to present coherent argument, critical enquiry, negotiate effectively and conflict management with peers, professionals, clients and the public
6. demonstrate the ability to work effectively and flexibly with a diverse range of people and function well within teams across a range of settings
7. demonstrate cultural competence, reflective practice empathy and compassion showing concern for issues of equity, equality, humanity and social justice
8. advocate on behalf of individuals, groups and the profession influencing the wider environment about factors which affect eating behaviour and nutrition
9. describe the social, ethical, economic, political and environmental context of food and eating, nutrition, health and illness and psychological wellbeing, and delivery of care
10. practice using a client-centred approach, respecting the right of clients and support networks to collaborate in decision-making.

Special requirements

Students must refer to the information available on the special requirements outlined below. It is the responsibility of the student to ensure they have the correct documentation.

Police checks

Students must have a current Police check regarding their suitability to undertake placements. Refer to the faculty's police checkspolice checks (http://www.med.monash.edu.au/current/police-checks.html) webpage.

Working with Children checks

Students must have a current Working with Children check regarding their suitability to undertake placements. Refer to the faculty's Working with Children checksWorking with Children checks (http://www.med.monash.edu.au/current/wwc-check.html) webpage.

Immunisation and infection requirements

In accordance with the National Health and Medical Research Council recommendations, this course requires that students comply with the faculty's Immunisation and vaccination policy and proceduresImmunisation and vaccination policy and procedures (http://www.med.monash.edu.au/current/immunisation/). These are designed to provide maximum protection against the increased risk of some vaccine preventable diseases for students, patients and workers in a health care setting.

This policy, and the associated procedures require that students have certain specified vaccinations, and have their blood borne virus status determined, before they commence a clinical placement. Students who have not complied with this policy may not be able to undertake clinical placement, with the attendant academic consequences.

Prospective students are provided detailed information on the effect of blood borne virus infection on the scope of practice of health care workers. Students who test positive to a blood borne virus (including HIV, Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C) will be required to consult a specialist medical practitioner approved by the faculty to provide advice on any necessary restrictions on work practices to protect patients and others from infection.

Professional practice units

This course requires students to undertake off-campus supervised practice placements in the third and fourth year at which attendance is mandatory. In the practice setting students apply theory to practice under supervision. Placement may occur in metropolitan or rural settings. Where a student''s skill or knowledge is found to be inadequate, access to the placement component of the unit will be denied. A student may be withdrawn from a practicum if required skills, knowledge and professional behaviour are deemed inadequate, or on other grounds deemed appropriate by the head of school.

Clinical expenses

Students are responsible for all travel and accommodation expenses during clinical placement.

This course comprises 192 points of specified study.

The course provides an interdisciplinary approach to the maintenance of health and prevention of disease. It is structured in themes to develop your personal/professional capabilities and your knowledge about public health and nutrition, nutrition fundamentals of health and disease, and food science. The themes are drawn together in dietetic research and practice in the final semester.

Part A. Personal development and professional practice

Through these studies you will develop your understanding of the roles, responsibilities and expectations of nutrition professionals and the personal and professional attributes needed in the workplace. These include communication, critical thinking and reflective practice. You will also learn about research methodologies and the application of research to the field of nutrition.

Part B. Determinants and influences of public health and nutrition

The focus of these studies is on a population view of nutrition and disease, the social determinants of health, the application of epidemiology and statistics in the assessment of disease risk in populations and the outcomes of nutrition interventions. You will consider the broad context of public health, for example, food sustainability, advocacy and program evaluation.

Part C. Nutrition fundamentals of health and disease

These studies develop the concepts underlying human nutrition including the physiology and chemistry of the human body in growth and development and the impact of dietary intake on cellular and metabolic processes. You will learn about the role and function of macro and micronutrients essential for human health and the role of diet, physical activity and human behaviour in the causation and treatment of chronic diseases.

Part D. Food: from science to systems

These studies provide the foundation scientific knowledge for you to become an expert in the area of food - from the cellular scientific makeup and composition to food microbiology, food regulations and standards. This is coupled with skill-based acquisition where you will analyse the diversity of food and eating practices, assess nutritional status and evaluate the food supply, with application to nutrition practice.

Part E. Elective study

This elective will enable you to further develop your knowledge of nutrition science or to select a unit from across the university in which you are eligible to enrol.

All students must complete 192 points.

The course provides is structured through theme studies in: A. Personal development and professional practice; B. Determinants and influences of public health and nutrition; C. Nutrition fundamentals of health and disease; and D. Food: from science to systems. Units are clustered under themes that show the main emphasis of the unit, however, most units address more than one theme and almost all address theme A. Refer to the course map for course progression advice.

Units are six credit points unless otherwise stated.

Years 1 and 2

These studies are in common with the Bachelor of Nutrition Science.

Part A. Personal development and professional practice (12 points)

Students complete:

• NUT1001 Personal and professional perspectives in nutrition
• NUT2002 Applied research methods in nutrition

Part B. Determinants and influences of public health and nutrition (12 points)

Students complete:

• NUT1002 Evaluating the evidence: nutrition and population health (12 points)

Parts C./D. Nutrition fundamentals of health and disease/Food: from science to systems (66 points)

Students complete:

• NUT1101 Science foundations (12 points)
• NUT2102 Food: science, composition and skills (12 points)
• NUT1010 Introduction to nutrition science
• NUT1102 Food science
• NUT2001 Health across the lifespan (12 points)
• NUT2103 Integrated science systems (18 points)

Part E. Elective study (6 points)

The elective unit may be chosen from the faculty with those with prefixes NUT, BND, xxx being most appropriate. Refer to the index of units by code in the current edition of the Handbook. It may also be chosen across the University so long as you have the prerequisites and there are no restrictions on enrolment in the units. The unit may be at any level, however, no more than 60 points at level 1 may be credited to the Bachelor of Nutrition Science/Bachelor Of Nutrition And Dietetics (Honours).

Years 3 and 4

Parts A., C. and D. Professional practice integrated with nutrition fundamentals and food science

• BND3101 Evidence based case management (12 points)
• BND3102 Introduction to dietetics practice (12 points)
• BND3202 Food for dietetic practice (12 points)
• BND3302 Dietetic practice 1 (12 points)
• BND4102 Practice and research in dietetics (12 points)
• BND4402 Dietetic practice 2 (12 points)

B. Determinants and influences of public health and nutrition (30 points)

• BND4082 Improving population nutrition
• BND4092 Practice and research in public health nutrition (18 points)

Students completing this qualification are eligible for admission to an expert master degree course with only one year to complete.

You may exit with M2001 Bachelor of Nutrition Science after successfully completing the first two years of this course and the appropriate third year units of that course.

Studies in nutrition science at Monash will provide you with a comprehensive education that taps into the multi-faceted discipline of human nutrition and includes an appreciation of the broad scope of food in society, in-depth knowledge of nutritional and biomedical science and the role of nutrition in health and disease. This course will prepare you to become a nutrition scientist and for a career in the food industry, nutrition research, government and non-government agencies or public health. It may also lead to postgraduate study in the Master of Dietetics.

Very high achieving students (those with an ATAR of 90 or above) can apply to be admitted to the Bachelor of Nutrition Science Scholars Program which will provide a direct pathway to a Dietitians Association of Australia (DAA) accredited course that enables graduates to apply for accreditation as dietitians. The details are described below*.

The course has a strong scientific and nutrition foundation in the first two years, covering the scientific basis of nutrient requirements and healthy eating, with significant reference to nutritional physiology, biochemistry and immunology, intertwined with practical elements such as assessing dietary intake, food chemistry and composition, and the complex regulatory requirements relating to food.

In the final year you will have the opportunity to focus your interest on either nutrition research, public health nutrition or a food industry placement. Nutrition research skills, the importance of nutrition policies and the challenges associated with the increase in chronic disease are a prominent feature of the third year.

You will learn from researchers who specialise in diverse areas including dietary intake and metabolism, public health nutrition, functional foods, sports nutrition and exercise science, body composition, hunger and satiety. Some research projects will be conducted within Be Active Sleep Eat (BASE) complex at Notting Hill, fully equipped with state of the art research equipment, and run by highly qualified and experienced investigators. Our facilities feature a commercial kitchen, exercise and fitness studio, phlebotomy room, sleep laboratory, body composition, metabolic testing and anthropometric suites plus consulting rooms.

Graduates may be eligible to apply for registration as an Associate Nutritionist with the letters ANutr. Suitability for Associate Registration is determined by the Registration Committee of the Nutrition Society Australia and applies to qualified graduates with a Bachelor of Science or other suitable qualification in nutrition or an appropriate subject.

* Monash University has developed a new two year Master of Dietetics. The process for full Dieticians Association of Australian (DAA) accreditation of the new Masters has begun but it is a rigorous and lengthy process, not expected to be completed until 2017. The University's aim is to achieve accreditation prior to graduation of the first cohort of Scholars. All inquiries regarding the progress of the program's accreditation review should be directed to the Monash University Dietetic Program Coordinator.

Students admitted to the Bachelor of Nutrition Science Scholars Program will have the following potential outcomes:

(1.) Immediate enrolment as Scholars in the Bachelor of Nutrition Science. If the Masters of Dietetics is accredited by the DAA by the end of 2017, Scholars who complete the Bachelor of Nutrition Science with an average grade of Credit or above are guaranteed entry into the Master of Dietetics in 2019 (supported by CSP or equivalent) with subject credits that mean the Masters may be completed in 1.5 years full time. Graduates of this combined 4.5 year program will be awarded a Bachelor of Nutrition Science (Scholars Program) and the DAA accredited Master of Dietetics.

(2.) If the Master of Dietetics is not accredited by the DAA by the end of 2017, Scholars will be transferred to the Bachelor of Nutrition and Dietetics, a 4 year DAA accredited course, at the end of 2017. Graduates of this 4 year program will be awarded the DAA accredited Bachelor of Nutrition and Dietetics (Honours).

Students who do not qualify for the scholars' program may be offered admission to the Bachelor of Nutrition Science and, as graduates, will be eligible to compete for entry into the 1.5 year Masters in Dietetics.

These course outcomes are aligned with the Australian Qualifications Framework level 7, the Bologna Cycle 1 and Monash Graduate AttributesAustralian Qualifications Framework level 7, the Bologna Cycle 1 and Monash Graduate Attributes (http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/handbooks/alignmentofoutcomes.html).

Upon successful completion of this course it is expected that graduates will be able to:

1. integrate and apply the associations between nutrition, health and disease to the practice of food and nutrition science, nutrition assessment, food safety and health promotion.
2. be skilled human nutrition scientists innovative in their approach to scientific inquiry for analysis critical thinking, problem-solving and evaluation
3. possess appropriate oral, written and IT skills, including the ability to present coherent argument and negotiate effectively
4. describe and discuss in detail the role of food and nutrients in relation to human physiology and function for health and well-being.
5. advocate on behalf of individuals, groups and the profession influencing the wider environment about factors which affect eating behaviour and nutrition standards
6. demonstrate awareness of the, economic, legislative, political, environmental , cultural, social and ethical context of food and eating.
7. maintain high standards in professional life through a commitment to life-long learning and excellence of practice.

This course comprises 144 points, of which 114 points are prescribed, 12 points are selected from a research project, extended study or placement and 18 points are free elective study.

The course provides an interdisciplinary approach to the maintenance of health and prevention of disease. It is structured in themes that develop your personal/professional capabilities and your knowledge about public health and nutrition, nutrition fundamentals of health and disease, and food science. The themes are drawn together in the final research project, extended study or placement.

Part A. Personal development and professional practice

Through these studies you will develop your understanding of the roles, responsibilities and expectations of nutrition professionals and the personal and professional attributes needed in the workplace. These include communication, critical thinking and reflective practice. You will also learn about research methodologies and the application of research to the field of nutrition.

Part B. Determinants and influences of public health and nutrition

The focus of these studies is on a population view of nutrition and disease, the social determinants of health, the application of epidemiology and statistics in the assessment of disease risk in populations and the outcomes of nutrition interventions. You will consider the broad context of public health, for example, food sustainability, advocacy and program evaluation.

Part C. Nutrition fundamentals of health and disease

These studies develop the concepts underlying human nutrition including the physiology and chemistry of the human body in growth and development and the impact of dietary intake on cellular and metabolic processes. You will learn about the role and function of macro and micronutrients essential for human health and the role of diet, physical activity and human behaviour in the causation and treatment of chronic diseases.

Part D. Food: from science to systems

These studies provide the foundation scientific knowledge for you to become an expert in the area of food from the cellular scientific makeup and composition to food microbiology, food regulations and standards. This is coupled with skill-based acquisition where you will analyse the diversity of food and eating practices, assess nutritional status and evaluate the food supply, with application to nutrition practice.

Part E. Elective study

This will enable you to further develop your knowledge of nutrition science or to select units from across the university in which you are eligible to enrol.

All students must complete 144 points.

The course is structured through theme studies in: A. Personal development and professional practice; B. Determinants and influences of public health and nutrition; C. Nutrition fundamentals of health and disease; and D. Food: from science to systems. The themes are drawn together in the final research project, extended study or placement. Units are clustered under themes that show the main emphasis of the unit, however, most units address more than one theme and almost all address theme A.

The course progression mapcourse progression map (http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/2016handbooks/maps/map-m2001.pdf) will assist you to plan to meet the course requirements, and guidance on unit enrolment for each semester of study.

Units are six credit points unless otherwise stated.

Part A. Personal development and professional practice (18/24 points)

Students complete

• NUT1001 Personal and professional perspectives in nutrition
• NUT2002 Applied research methods in nutrition

and one of the following three choices:

• NUT3001 Evidence based nutrition (full year unit 12 points)
• NUT3004 Nutrition controversies*
• NUT3007 Placement (12 points)

*Students choosing NUT3004 also complete NUT3003 from D.

Part B. Determinants and influences of public health and nutrition (24 points)

Students complete

• NUT1002 Evaluating the evidence: nutrition and population health (12 points)
• NUT3006 Food and environment
• NUT3082 Public health nutrition

Part C./D Nutrition fundamentals of health and disease/Food: from science to systems (78/84 points)

Students complete

• NUT1101 Science foundations (12 points)
• NUT2102 Food: science, composition and skills (12 points)
• NUT1010 Introduction to nutrition science
• NUT1102 Food science
• NUT2001 Health across the lifespan (12 points)
• NUT2103 Integrated science systems (18 points)
• NUT3002 Nutrition, activity and health in chronic disease
• NUT3005 Nutrition assessment
• NUT3003 Sport and exercise nutrition*

*Students doing NUT3004 must complete this unit also.

Part E. Elective study (18 points)

Elective units may be chosen from across the faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences, those with prefixes NUT, PHY, HSC, BCH being most appropriate. Refer to the index of units by code in the current edition of the Handbook. Electives may also be chosen across the University so long as you have the prerequisites and there are no restrictions on enrolment in the units. Elective units may be at any level, however, no more than 60 points at level 1 may be credited to the Bachelor of Nutrition Science.

Successful completion of the Bachelor of Nutrition Science may provide an opportunity for progression into the Bachelor of Nutrition (Honours) course.

Students who successfully complete the Bachelor of Nutrition Science will be eligible to apply to enrol in course M6002 Master of Dietetics and if admitted would receive block credit for a maximum of 24 points.

Occupational therapy is a client-centred health profession concerned with promoting people's health and wellbeing through occupation aimed at enabling people to participate in the activities of everyday life. As the World Federation of Occupational Therapist explains, this is achieved by working with people and communities to enhance their ability to engage in the occupations they want to, need to, or are expected to do, or by modifying the occupation or the environment to better support their occupational engagement.

This internationally recognised course uses a combination of traditional and scenario-based learning methods and teaching techniques. You will develop expertise in working cooperatively to seek out information and apply your learning to situations relevant to occupational therapy practice. Your studies will draw from the disciplines of occupational science (the study of humans as occupational beings), as well as the biomedical, behavioural and social sciences.

You will begin your study with foundation units in occupational science, anatomy, physiology, psychology, inter-professional education, understanding health and occupational therapy practice. You will then develop and apply this knowledge to the assessment and intervention processes used by occupational therapists when working with clients and client groups. Fieldwork education in various practice settings will provide further opportunities to apply your knowledge and skills, while appreciating the relevance of ongoing learning in the context of supervised health service delivery.

You will also undertake fieldwork placements in second, third and fourth year of the course, and some inter-professional education during the course. The latter involves working with students enrolled in other health science courses around structured academic content focused on mutual understanding, collaboration and teamwork. In the final years of the course you will undertake either an honours research project or an honours participatory community practice project.

The program is located on the Monash Peninsula campus where the teaching, research and community focus of the campus is on health and well being. Your clinical and professional skills will be further developed through time spent working with students enrolled in other health science courses (i.e. physiotherapy, paramedic, medical imaging, nutrition and dietetics, social work) enabling you to experience interdisciplinary service delivery and inter-professional education.

The Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours) is accredited by the Occupational Therapy Council (Australia & New Zealand) Ltd (OTC) and the World Federation of Occupational Therapists. This enables graduates to work worldwide subject to registration requirements of that country. International students should note that an IELTS of 7 is required to register to practice in Australia.

These course outcomes are aligned with the Australian Qualifications Framework level 8, the Bologna Cycle 1 and Monash Graduate AttributesAustralian Qualifications Framework level 8, the Bologna Cycle 1 and Monash Graduate Attributes (http://monash.edu/pubs/handbooks/alignmentofoutcomes.html).

Upon successful completion of this course it is expected that graduates will be able to:

1. demonstrate the knowledge, skills and attributes appropriate for a competent entry level occupational therapy practitioner
2. develop strategies to enable individuals, groups and communities to participate in everyday occupations that they want and need to do
3. appraise barriers to people's participation and devise strategies to overcome these
4. articulate the unique professional contribution of occupational therapy
5. demonstrate a client-centred approach to occupational therapy practice
6. critically appraise the nature and meaning of occupation, the occupational nature of human beings and the theories and basic principles related to enabling occupation and occupational performance
7. explain biomedical and social sciences concepts underpinning occupational therapy practice
8. demonstrate a proactive approach in prevention-oriented and health promotion practice, demonstrating commitment to the health of populations as well as individuals
9. describe different research approaches and be skilled at applying the best available evidence to everyday practice
10. demonstrate occupational therapy practice that is ethical, respectful and collaborative, and assume leadership, supervisory and management roles as appropriate
11. create personal strategies to maintain high standards in professional life and contribute to the professional occupational therapy community and engage in lifelong learning
12. recognise the intrinsic value of people irrespective of culture, values, beliefs and socio-economic status.

Applicants applying for credit must clearly demonstrate that the content of their previous studies is at least equivalent to the Monash Bachelor of Occupational Therapy course components for which they are seeking credit.

Special requirements

Students must refer to the information available on the special requirements outlined below. It is the responsibility of the student to ensure they have the correct documentation.

Police checks

Students must have a current Police check regarding their suitability to undertake placements. Refer to the faculty's police checkspolice checks (http://www.med.monash.edu.au/current/police-checks.html) webpage.

Working with Children checks

Students must have a current Working with Children check regarding their suitability to undertake placements. Refer to the faculty's Working with Children checksWorking with Children checks (http://www.med.monash.edu.au/current/wwc-check.html) webpage.

Immunisation and infection requirements

In accordance with the National Health and Medical Research Council recommendations, this course requires that students comply with the faculty's Immunisation and vaccination policy and proceduresImmunisation and vaccination policy and procedures (http://www.med.monash.edu.au/current/immunisation/). These are designed to provide maximum protection against the increased risk of some vaccine preventable diseases for students, patients and workers in a health care setting.

This policy, and the associated procedures require that students have certain specified vaccinations, and have their blood borne virus status determined, before they commence a clinical placement. Students who have not complied with this policy may not be able to undertake clinical placement, with the attendant academic consequences.

Prospective students are provided detailed information on the effect of blood borne virus infection on the scope of practice of health care workers. Students who test positive to a blood borne virus (including HIV, Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C) will be required to consult a specialist medical practitioner approved by the faculty to provide advice on any necessary restrictions on work practices to protect patients and others from infection.

Fieldwork placements

This course requires students to complete a total of 1000 hours of fieldwork education, as required by the World Federation of Occupational Therapists (WFOT). Participation in fieldwork education is integral to learning and is a requirement of the program in all years. Off-campus placements are completed in a mix of metropolitan and rural health services. In practice settings, students will have an opportunity to apply theory to practice under the supervision of qualified occupational therapy staff. Attendance is mandatory for the practice education component. All students will undertake one rural fieldwork education placement sometime during the second, third or fourth year of their bachelor's course. Students should take these matters into consideration when considering casual employment.

Fieldwork expenses

Students are responsible for all travel and accommodation expenses during clinical placement. Uniforms and accessories may be required for clinical placements and students will be notified regarding purchase arrangements upon commencement.

The course develops through theme studies in foundation occupation and health, enabling occupation and evidence, research and practice, which come together in professional practice and are demonstrated in the final placement and portfolio examination.

Part A. Foundation occupation and health studies

These are related studies that are not unique to occupational therapy but that supplement, define and guide the main elements of occupational therapy practice. You will develop your understanding of this related knowledge, theory and policy supporting the practice of occupational therapy. You will also address the meaning of 'occupation' and the field of occupational science.

Part B. Enabling occupation studies

These studies will develop your competencies for practice as an occupational therapist. You will learn to incorporate the best available research evidence with the clinical reasoning knowledge and skills of assessment, developing goals, planning intervention or project implementation, evaluation and reporting, in enabling occupation for individuals, groups and communities across the lifespan, and across a range of environments. Case scenarios are used to support and enhance the learning in 1000 hours of placements, including community-based project work.

Part C. Evidence, research and practice studies

These studies will provide the knowledge and skills to locate, interpret and critically evaluate research relevant to practice in occupational therapy. You will learn the skills needed for evidence based practice and proceed in your final two years to either an honours research project or a participatory community practice project both of which contribute to developing practice.

Part D. Professional practice

Occupational therapy fieldwork education provides you with the opportunity to integrate philosophical and theoretical knowledge, values, beliefs, ethics, and skills for broad application in a range of practice settings. The goal of fieldwork education is to progressively develop competent, entry- level practitioners who can function and thrive in a rapidly changing and dynamic health and human service delivery system as well as to meet the minimum entry-level competency standards.

In addition:

Part E. Free elective study

This will enable you to further develop your knowledge of occupational therapy or to select units from across the University in which you are eligible to enrol.

This course comprises 192 points, of which 162 points are prescribed Occupational Therapy study, 24 points are an honours research project or a community practice project, and 6 points are available for an elective unit.

The course develops through theme studies in: A. Foundation occupation and health, B. Enabling occupation, C. Evidence, research and practice based, and D. Professional practice.

The course progression mapcourse progression map (http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/2016handbooks/maps/map-m3001.pdf) will assist you to plan to meet the course requirements, and guidance on unit enrolment for each semester of study.

Units are six credit points unless otherwise stated.

Part A. Related knowledge on occupation and health (42 points)

Students complete:

• BMA1901 Human structure and function 1 (6 points)
• BMA1902 Human structure and function 2 (6 points)
• IPE1011 Foundations of health (6 points)
• OCC1012 Occupational science (6 points)
• OCC1021 Psychology for occupational therapy (6 points)
• OCC1032 Development across the lifespan (6 points)
• OCC3061 Health promotion in occupational therapy (6 points)

Part B. Enabling occupation (66 points)

Students complete:

• OCC1022 Foundations of occupational therapy practice (6 points)
• OCC2011 Occupational performance, capabilities and components (24 points)
• OCC2020 Enabling occupation 1A: Performance challenges (12 points)
• OCC3031 Enabling occupation 1B: Performance challenges (12 points)
• OCC3052 Enabling occupation II: Performance challenges in population health (12 points)

Part C. Evidence, research and practice (42 points)

Students complete:

• OCC2022 Skills for evidence-based practice 1 (12 points)
• OCC3041 Skills for evidence-based practice 2 (6 points)
• OCC3072 Occupational therapy honours research project 1* (12 points) OR OCC3062 Participatory community practice project 1: Development (12 points)
• OCC4091 Occupational therapy honours research project 2* (12 points) OR OCC4071 Participatory community practice project 2: Implementation (12 points)

*Students who may wish to progress to a higher degree by research should complete OCC3072/OCC4091

Part D. Professional practice (36 points)

Students complete:

• OCC1011 Professional issues (6 points)
• OCC3000 Enabling occupation 1B: Performance challenges fieldwork experience (0 points)
• OCC4081 Transition to practice 1 (6 points)
• OCC4092 Transition to practice 2 (12 points)
• OCC4082 Advanced professional practice (12 points)

Note: fieldwork is also integrated with academic studies in OCC2011, OCC3062/OCC3072 and OCC4071 and OCC4091

Part E. Free elective study (6 points)

One unit selected from across the University or from the following:

• OCC4111 Introduction to hand therapy theory, principles and practice
• OCC4121 Adaptive and assistive technology
• OCC4131 Assessment of children: Methods, policy, ethics and issues
• OCC4141 Occupational therapy for children with a disability and their families

All graduates of the Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours) are eligible to apply to enrol in the Master of Advanced Health Care Practice specialising in the occupational therapy stream and receive block credit enabling them to complete the qualification in the equivalent of one full time year of study.

Graduates of the Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours) who successfully complete the honours research units OCC3072/OCC4091 are eligible to apply for admission to higher degrees by research.

You may exit this course early and apply to graduate with the following, provided you have satisfied the award requirements:

• Bachelor of Human Sciences after successful completion of 144 credit points of study (a minimum of 48 credit points must be at level 3 or higher).

Physiotherapists are health care professionals who use exercise, movement analysis, manual therapy and specialist techniques to restore, improve and promote health. This course will develop the knowledge and skills you need to practice as a physiotherapist, preparing you for a range of career opportunities working independently or as part of a team of healthcare professionals.

The focus of the early part of the course is on the conditions for which people typically seek physiotherapy. You will study the biomedical and behavioural sciences (anatomy, biomechanics, kinesiology, pathology, pharmacology, physiology, psychology, radiology, sociology) and lay the foundations for physiotherapy practice and research, using a problem-based and patient-centred approach to learning.

In the later years you move to the clinical setting, developing core knowledge and skills and practice in the delivery of physiotherapy services under the supervision of experienced physiotherapists. This clinical education will occur in a diversity of settings, including metropolitan and rural health services, with challenges increasing in years three and four.

Your skills will be developed through small group learning with some time each semester spent working with students enrolled in other health science courses (ie, occupational therapy, nursing, paramedic, medical imaging, nutrition and dietetics, social work), enabling you to experience interdisciplinary service delivery and inter-professional education.

You will learn from highly trained and experienced physiotherapists who are skilled in education and research and gain exposure to areas in which you could later specialise, such as:

• cardiorespiratory care - to help to people with heart or lung problems
• gerontology - to keep older people at their physical best
• neurology - to provide rehabilitation to people following strokes, spinal cord injury, Parkinson's disease and multiple sclerosis
• musculoskeletal care - often delivered in sports or spinal physiotherapy, arthritis management and rehabilitation after reconstructive or joint replacement surgery.

After successfully completing this course, you will be eligible to apply for registration with the Physiotherapy Board of Australia, which enables graduates to practice in all states and territories. Physiotherapists are in demand across all fields of modern health care. Physiotherapists work in public and private hospitals, health centres, sports medicine clinics, maternity hospitals, rehabilitation centres, aged-care facilities and in private practices, as well as in health promotion, education, management and research. This course offers the potential of a lifetime of challenges, opportunities and rewards.

These course outcomes are aligned with the Australian Qualifications Framework level 8, the Bologna Cycle 1 and Monash Graduate AttributesAustralian Qualifications Framework level 8, the Bologna Cycle 1 and Monash Graduate Attributes (http://monash.edu/pubs/handbooks/alignmentofoutcomes.html).

Upon successful completion of this course it is expected that you will:

1. have a standard of knowledge, skills and technical competency appropriate for an entry level practitioner in physiotherapy
2. be prepared to maintain high standards in your professional life through a commitment to lifelong learning
3. be aware of the latest advances in physiotherapy and related fields, and be positioned to engage in the expanding knowledge base
4. appreciate the value of research and be skilled at accessing, critically appraising and applying the best available evidence to your everyday practice
5. be an effective user of relevant technology
6. understand and show respect for the roles of other professionals and be able to work collaboratively within the discipline of physiotherapy and as part of a multidisciplinary team
7. have the knowledge and skills to practise in a safe and ethical manner in relation to yourself, your clients and the community
8. be client-centred in your approach, respecting the right of clients and their support networks to participate in decision-making
9. demonstrate awareness that people's health encompasses their activities and participation as well as their body structures and functions, personal and environmental factors
10. be able to supervise, manage and take responsibility, as appropriate, when working in collaboration with other professionals, students, clients and their support networks
11. achieve a breadth of education with a tolerance for ambiguity and differing views
12. be reflective and compassionate, with a concern for issues of equity, equality, humanity and social justice
13. have the ability to learn independently and be innovative in your approach to analysis, critical thinking, problem-solving and evaluation
14. be able to effectively and efficiently communicate with other professionals, clients and the public
15. possess appropriate oral, written and IT skills, including the ability to present coherent argument, negotiate effectively and manage conflict
16. demonstrate awareness of the social, ethical, economic, political and environmental context of illness, health and wellbeing
17. be committed to the health of populations as well as individuals and be proactive in prevention-oriented physiotherapy practice and health promotion
18. understand the social and ethical dimensions of physiotherapy professional activities
19. integrate knowledge of relevant public policy and health and social care systems into your practice
20. be able to work effectively with a diverse range of people and settings
21. demonstrate research literacy, critical appraisal skills, and the ability to conduct quality research projects.

Research

There is an advanced version of this course M3003 Bachelor of Physiotherapy Advanced - Research (Honours) which provides a research pathway for students wishing to take Masters by Research or PhD courses in the future. If you complete the first year of this course with consistently high performance (top 10%) in PTY1011 Physiotherapy 1 and PTY1022 Physiotherapy 2 and in sub-unit assessment of research related activities you will be eligible for admission to Year 2 of the Advanced - Research course.

Special requirements

Students must refer to the information available on the special requirements outlined below. It is the responsibility of the student to ensure they have the correct documentation.

Police checks

Students must have a current Police check regarding their suitability to undertake placements. Refer to the faculty's police checkspolice checks (http://www.med.monash.edu.au/current/police-checks.html) webpage.

Working with Children checks

Students must have a current Working with Children check regarding their suitability to undertake placements. Refer to the faculty's Working with Children checksWorking with Children checks (http://www.med.monash.edu.au/current/wwc-check.html) webpage.

Immunisation and infection requirements

In accordance with the National Health and Medical Research Council recommendations, this course requires that students comply with the faculty's Immunisation and vaccination policy and proceduresImmunisation and vaccination policy and procedures (http://www.med.monash.edu.au/current/immunisation/). These are designed to provide maximum protection against the increased risk of some vaccine preventable diseases for students, patients and workers in a health care setting.

This policy, and the associated procedures require that students have certain specified vaccinations, and have their blood borne virus status determined, before they commence a clinical placement. Students who have not complied with this policy may not be able to undertake clinical placement, with the attendant academic consequences.

Prospective students are provided detailed information on the effect of blood borne virus infection on the scope of practice of health care workers. Students who test positive to a blood borne virus (including HIV, Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C) will be required to consult a specialist medical practitioner approved by the faculty to provide advice on any necessary restrictions on work practices to protect patients and others from infection.

First aid

In addition to the units outlined below, students will complete their 'Apply First Aid' certificate as part of their studies.

Clinical practice units

This course requires students to undertake off-campus rural and metropolitan clinical placements. In the clinical setting students will have an opportunity to apply theory to practice under supervision. Attendance is mandatory for the clinical component of each unit.

Where a student's skill or knowledge is found to be inadequate, access to the clinical component of the unit will be denied. A student may be withdrawn from a clinical practicum if required skills and knowledge are deemed inadequate, or on other grounds deemed appropriate by the head of department.

Clinical expenses

You are responsible for all travel and accommodation expenses during clinical placement. Uniforms and accessories are required for clinical placements and you will be notified regarding purchase arrangements upon commencement.

The course provides an interdisciplinary approach to study of physiotherapy, with five themes that combine to underpin physiotherapy practice: personal and professional development; population, society and health; fundamental knowledge for health sciences; applied practice and research. These themes are interwoven in units throughout the course.

Part A. Personal and professional development

Through these studies you will develop the personal attributes and skills to make the transition from student to physiotherapist. These include verbal and written communication skills, relevant ethical and legal issues, and understanding the physiotherapy profession.

Part B. Population society and health

These studies address the broader society and population context and issues that impact upon physiotherapy practice, underpinned by an internationally accepted socio-ecological model of health.

Part C. Fundamental knowledge for the health sciences

This theme provides the knowledge and skills required for physiotherapy clinical practice. It includes biomedical and behavioural sciences as well as the theory of physiotherapy practice.

Part D. Applied practice

This theme addresses clinical competencies for physiotherapy practice. It focuses on the incorporation of the best available research evidence with the clinical reasoning skills of assessment, management, evaluation and health care across the lifespan and across a spectrum of patient environments and circumstances.

Part E. Research

Studies under this theme develop the knowledge and skills to locate, interpret and critically evaluate research relevant to physiotherapy practice.

This course comprises 192 points of prescribed physiotherapy study.

The course develops through five themes that combine to underpin physiotherapy practice: personal and professional development; population, society and health; fundamental knowledge for health sciences; applied practice and research. These themes are interwoven in the units throughout the course.

The course progression mapcourse progression map (http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/2016handbooks/maps/map-m3002.pdf) will assist you to plan to meet the course requirements, and guidance on unit enrolment for each semester of study.

Students complete:

• PTY1011 Physiotherapy 1 (24 points)
• PTY1022 Physiotherapy 2 (24 points)
• PTY2031 Physiotherapy 3 (24 points)
• PTY2042 Physiotherapy 4 (24 points)
• PTY3051 Physiotherapy 5 (24 points)
• PTY3162 Physiotherapy 6A: clinical (6 points)
• PTY3262 Physiotherapy 6B: clinical (6 points)
• PTY3362 Physiotherapy 6C: clinical (6 points)
• PTY3462 Clinical placement (6 points)
• PTY4171 Physiotherapy 7A: clinical (12 points)
• PTY4172 Physiotherapy 7B: clinical (12 points)
• PTY4281 Physiotherapy 8A: clinical (6 points)
• PTY4282 Physiotherapy 8B: clinical (6 points)
• PTY4283 Physiotherapy 8C: campus (12 points)

You may exit this course early and apply to graduate with the Bachelor of Human Sciences, provided you have successfully completed at least 144 credit points of the program including the following units: PTY1011, PTY1022, PTY2031, PTY2042, PTY3051, PTY3162, PTY3262, PTY3362, PTY3462 (or equivalent level 3 units with permission).

This course provides students with the opportunity to develop research skills beyond the extensive research component already existing within M3002 Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours). Students undertaking this course will be well placed with regard to applying for scholarships to pursue higher degrees by research, obtaining formal post graduate research opportunities and applying complex research skills in clinical practice.

Course themes

Personal and professional development

This theme focuses on the development of personal attributes and skills that assist the student in the transition from student to physiotherapist. It includes verbal and written communication skills and developing an understanding of the importance of relevant ethical and legal issues and the physiotherapy profession.

Population, society and health

This theme provides the structure to learn about and deal with broader society and population issues and is underpinned by an internationally accepted socio-ecological model of health.

Fundamental knowledge of health science

This theme provides the knowledge and skills required for physiotherapy clinical practice. It includes biomedical and behavioural sciences as well as the theory of physiotherapy practice.

Applied practice

This theme develops clinical competencies for physiotherapy practice. It focuses on the incorporation of the best available research evidence with the clinical reasoning skills of assessment, management, evaluation and health care across the lifespan and across a spectrum of patient environments and circumstances.

Research

This theme provides opportunities to gain the knowledge and skills to locate, interpret and critically evaluate research relevant to physiotherapy practice.

These course outcomes are aligned with the Australian Qualifications Framework level 8, the Bologna Cycle 1 and Monash Graduate AttributesAustralian Qualifications Framework level 8, the Bologna Cycle 1 and Monash Graduate Attributes (http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/handbooks/alignmentofoutcomes.html).

Upon successful completion of this course it is expected that graduates will:

• have a standard of knowledge, skills and technical competency appropriate for an entry level practitioner in physiotherapy
• be prepared to maintain high standards in their professional life through a commitment to lifelong learning
• be aware of the latest advances in physiotherapy and related fields, and be positioned to engage in the expanding knowledge base
• appreciate the value of research and be skilled at accessing, critically appraising and applying the best available evidence to their everyday practice
• be effective users of relevant technology
• understand and show respect for the roles of other professionals and be able to work collaboratively within the discipline of physiotherapy and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• have the knowledge and skills to practise in a safe and ethical manner in relation to themselves, their clients and the community
• be client-centred in their approach, respecting the right of clients and their support networks to participate in decision-making
• demonstrate awareness that people's health encompasses their activities and participation as well as their body structures and functions, personal and environmental factors
• supervise, manage and take responsibility, as appropriate, when working in collaboration with other professionals, students, clients and their support networks
• achieve a breadth of education with a tolerance for ambiguity and differing views
• be reflective and compassionate, with a concern for issues of equity, equality, humanity and social justice
• have the ability to learn independently and be innovative in their approach to analysis, critical thinking, problem-solving and evaluation
• effectively and efficiently communicate with other professionals, clients and the public
• demonstrate appropriate oral, written and IT skills, including the ability to present coherent argument, negotiate effectively and manage conflict
• demonstrate awareness of the social, ethical, economic, political and environmental context of illness, health and wellbeing
• be committed to the health of populations as well as individuals and be proactive in prevention-oriented physiotherapy practice and health promotion
• understand the social and ethical dimensions of physiotherapy professional activities
• integrate knowledge of relevant public policy and health and social care systems into their practice
• work effectively with a diverse range of people and settings
• sustain collaboration with an academic supervisor
• develop a focused research question
• complete a sophisticated and comprehensive search for relevant information
• construct a systematic review using the principles argued by the Cochrane Collaboration
• extract relevant data from studies included in a review using systematic methods
• apply knowledge of appropriate research design in the development of a high quality research proposal
• demonstrate an understanding of the principles of ethical research through the development and submission of an ethics application to conduct research
• determine and apply data analysis methods appropriate for a research question
• implement a focused research project
• demonstrate the ability to collect, manage and analyse data collected during the conduct of research
• demonstrate the ability to accurately document research findings and develop defensible conclusions
• demonstrate the ability to present research findings and respond in an educated way to enquiries about the research findings
• utilise feedback appropriately
• write a scholarly account of a research project in a 10,000-12,000 word thesis
• demonstrate the ability to adhere to project timelines
• archive relevant documents arising from the conduct of research
• write a final report to the approving ethics committee describing project completion.

Special requirements

Students must refer to the information available on the special requirements outlined below. It is the responsibility of the student to ensure they have the correct documentation.

Police checks

Students must have a current Police check regarding their suitability to undertake placements. Refer to the faculty's police checkspolice checks (http://www.med.monash.edu.au/current/police-checks.html) webpage.

Working with Children checks

Students must have a current Working with Children check regarding their suitability to undertake placements. Refer to the faculty's Working with Children checksWorking with Children checks (http://www.med.monash.edu.au/current/wwc-check.html) webpage.

Immunisation and infection requirements

In accordance with the National Health and Medical Research Council recommendations, this course requires that students comply with the faculty's Immunisation and vaccination policy and proceduresImmunisation and vaccination policy and procedures (http://www.med.monash.edu.au/current/immunisation/). These are designed to provide maximum protection against the increased risk of some vaccine preventable diseases for students, patients and workers in a health care setting.

This policy, and the associated procedures require that students have certain specified vaccinations, and have their blood borne virus status determined, before they commence a clinical placement. Students who have not complied with this policy may not be able to undertake clinical placement, with the attendant academic consequences.

Prospective students are provided detailed information on the effect of blood borne virus infection on the scope of practice of health care workers. Students who test positive to a blood borne virus (including HIV, Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C) will be required to consult a specialist medical practitioner approved by the faculty to provide advice on any necessary restrictions on work practices to protect patients and others from infection.

First aid

In addition to the units outlined below, students will complete their 'Apply First Aid' certificate as part of their studies.

Clinical practice units

This course requires students to undertake off-campus rural and metropolitan clinical placements. In the clinical setting students will have an opportunity to apply theory to practice under supervision. Attendance is mandatory for the clinical component of each unit.

Where a student's skill or knowledge is found to be inadequate, access to the clinical component of the unit will be denied. A student may be withdrawn from a clinical practicum if required skills and knowledge are deemed inadequate, or on other grounds deemed appropriate by the head of school.

Clinical expenses

Students are responsible for all travel and accommodation expenses during clinical placement. Uniforms and accessories are required for clinical placements and students will be notified regarding purchase arrangements upon commencement.

Upon successful completion of this course, graduates are eligible to apply for registration with the Physiotherapy Board of Australia.

This course consists of 17 compulsory units.

First year

Semester one

• PTY1011 Physiotherapy 1

Semester two

• PTY1022 Physiotherapy 2

Second year

Semester one

• PTY2031 Physiotherapy 3

Semester two

• PTY2042 Physiotherapy 4

Full year unit

• PTY2000 Honours systematic review

Third year

Semester one

• PTY3051 Physiotherapy 5

Semester two

• PTY3162 Physiotherapy 6A: clinical
• PTY3262 Physiotherapy 6B: clinical
• PTY3362 Physiotherapy 6C: clinical
• PTY3462 Clinical placement

Full year unit

• PTY3000 Honours research proposal

Fourth year

Semester one

• PTY4171 Physiotherapy 7A: clinical
• PTY4172 Physiotherapy 7B: clinical

Semester two

• PTY4281 Physiotherapy 8A: clinical
• PTY4282 Physiotherapy 8B: clinical
• PTY4283 Physiotherapy 8C: campus

Full year unit

• PTY4000 Honours thesis

Students may exit this course with a Bachelor of Human Sciences after successfully completing at least 144 points of study.

This course is designed for students who wish to study psychological science and pursue a career in a diverse range of fields including research, clinical psychology, human resources, community services and counselling, education and health services.

In addition to studies in Psychology you will be introduced to knowledge and skills in other disciplines which inform the practice of psychology in society.

You will focus your study of psychology either on Psychology and its Application in a Global Context (Malaysia campus) or Neuroscience (Clayton campus).

Students focussing on Psychology and its Application in a Global Context will develop a detailed knowledge of the practice of psychology in society. The understanding you will gain will form the preparation toward a career in applied psychology fields or the basis of knowledge for the pursuit of further studies in diverse areas of psychology.

[Note: At the Clayton campus, the Bachelor of Psychological Science is available only as an exit award for students enrolled in the Bachelor of Psychological Science Advanced (Honours)].

These course outcomes are aligned with the Australian Qualifications Framework level 7, the Bologna Cycle 1 and Monash Graduate AttributesAustralian Qualifications Framework level 7, the Bologna Cycle 1 and Monash Graduate Attributes (http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/handbooks/alignmentofoutcomes.html).

Upon successful completion of this course, it is expected that you will be able to:

1. describe and discuss theories and research, and investigate and critically evaluate issues in the core discipline areas of psychology perception, cognition, learning, motivation, emotion, language, social and biological bases of behaviour, abnormal psychology, lifespan development, individual differences, history and philosophy of psychology, testing, assessment, intercultural and indigenous psychology
2. contribute to discipline knowledge through research, including critical review of scientific literature, identification of research problems, design and conduct of research, application of statistical analyses to evaluate research outcomes, and clear communication of findings according to the professional requirements of the discipline
3. describe and discuss the ethical standards and legislative frameworks governing research and practice in psychology, and demonstrate an appreciation of the role of ethics in maintaining the integrity of the profession
4. recognise the importance of the relationship between knowledge of the scientific discipline of psychology and the application of this knowledge in the practice of psychology, and to demonstrate this understanding across a number of applications of the discipline
5. demonstrate the skills required to maintain professional competence by keeping up with recent developments and contemporary issues in the field and appreciate the importance of ongoing professional development and training and demonstrate a foundation knowledge in a selected range of related discipline areas that complement the theoretical and practical application of psychology.

The course develops through three themes of psychology fundamentals and foundational skills, research methods and critical thinking, and psychology in practice and society. These together underpin the discipline of psychology.

Part A. Psychology fundamentals and foundational skills

These studies will develop your understanding of core areas of psychology, including knowledge of the theoretical and empirical basis of our current understanding of human psychology.

Part B. Research methods and critical thinking

These studies will assist you to develop an understanding of the scientific method and use this knowledge in order to critically evaluate contemporary and historical claims relating to human behaviour and mental processes and to apply this knowledge to the generation of new research questions.

Part C. Psychology in practice and society

This is the component of the course through which you will develop further skills and knowledge in psychology or study units in supporting disciplines that underpin your particular area of focus for practice.

Part D. Free elective study

This will enable you to further develop your knowledge of psychology through electives covering contemporary topics in the field, or to select units in which you are eligible to enrol from across the faculty or the University.

The course comprises 144 points, of which 126 points are focussed on the study of psychological science and 18 points are free electives.

The course develops through theme studies in: A. Psychology fundamentals and foundational skills, B. Research methods and critical thinking, and C. Psychology in practice and society.

The course progression mapcourse progression map (http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/2016handbooks/maps/map-m2004.pdf) will assist you to plan to meet the course requirements, and guidance on unit enrolment for each semester of study.

Units are six credit points unless otherwise stated.

Part A. Psychology fundamentals and foundational skills (72 points)

Students complete:

(a.) The following nine units (54 points):

• BIO1011 Biology I
• BIO1022 Biology II
• PSY1011 Psychology I A
• PSY1022 Psychology I B
• PSY2061 Biological psychology
• PSY2071 Developmental psychology
• PSY2042 Personality and social psychology
• PSY3032 Abnormal psychology
• PSY3051 Perception and cognitive psychology

(b.) One of the following sets of three units (18 points):

Global context stream (Malaysia campus)

• AMU1325 Contemporary worlds I
• AMU1326 Contemporary worlds II
• PSY3150 Contemporary social psychology

Neuroscience stream (Clayton campus, available only as an exit award)

• PHY2011 Neuroscience of sensory and control systems in the body
• MCB2011 Molecular biology and the cell
• PHY3012 Integrative neuroscience

Part B. Research methods and critical thinking (6 points)

Students complete:

• PSY3062 Research methods and theory

Part C. Psychology in practice and society (48 points)

Students complete:

(a.) The following four units (24 points):

• PMH1011 Mental health in the community
• PSY3041 Psychological testing, theories of ability and ethics
• PSY3130 Health psychology or PSY3180 Human neuropsychology: Developmental and neurodegenerative disorders
• PSY3120 Introduction to counselling

(b.) One of the following sets of four units (24 points):

Global context stream (Malaysia campus)

• SCI2010 Scientific practice and communication
• AMU2814 Transforming community: Project design and public relations for social campaigns
• AMU2625 Borders, people and identity: Migration in the 21st century
• PSY3250 Positive psychology

Neuroscience stream (Clayton campus, available only as an exit award)

• BMS1042 Biomedical sciences and society
• PHA2022 Drugs and society
• BME3032 Introduction to the health system
• PSY3190 Addiction studies

Part D. Free elective study (18 points)

Elective units may be chosen from psychology (code PSY) or across the University so long as you have the prerequisites and there are no restrictions on admission to the units. The units may be at any level, however, no more than 10 units (60 points) at level 1 can be credited to this course.

To be eligible for provisional registration as a psychologist in Australia you must meet the requirements of the Psychology Board of Australia. The first step to becoming a psychologist is to complete four years of approved study in psychology. This normally comprises a bachelor degree (or graduate diploma) that includes the three-year APAC accredited sequence of 10 units in psychology, followed by an accredited fourth year course in psychology. The Bachelor of Psychological Science provides the three-year APAC accredited sequence and the honours degree of the Bachelor of Psychological Science will provide this fourth year.

In order to be eligible for general registration as a psychologist, a further minimum two years of approved study must be undertaken at Masters or Doctoral level or alternatively two years of supervised practice.

By satisfying Victorian registration, students will comply with the registration requirements of other states in Australia.

This course is designed for those with a growing passion for the understanding of human cognition and behaviour. It provides you with a comprehensive understanding of human psychology from normal to abnormal psychology and from the genetic/molecular level to the individual and group behavioural level. The study of human psychology is ever-growing and changing and the program provides you with up-to-date thinking on our understanding of the human brain, thought and behaviour. The knowledge gained in this course will give you the foundations to make your own new and exciting scientific discoveries, help to promote mental health and to influence how those in the community think about mental health and the workings of the human brain and mind.

You will gain broad, interdisciplinary knowledge of psychology and a deep understanding of specific areas, such as addiction, brain injury & rehabilitation, memory & consciousness, neurodevelopment, neurodegeneration and psychopathology, as well as how sleep and circadian rhythms influence cognition and mental health. Your required study includes the core sequence of units accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) and neuroscience-related units designed to give you a deep understanding of the biological basis of human cognition and behaviour. Through a focus on neuroscience study, you will gain an in-depth knowledge of brain function and dysfunction. This understanding will form the basis of knowledge for the pursuit of research in the cognitive neurosciences and/or clinical psychology.

Your lecturers are active researchers, many of whom are world-leaders in their fields. They will teach cutting-edge research, often not yet seen in textbooks, giving you up-to-date information on our understanding of neuroscience, psychology and mental health treatment.

Many opportunities exist for our graduates, including academic and industry research, teaching, clinical neuropsychology and many other related careers. You could also undertake further steps to qualify to practise as a professional psychologist or pursue work as a researcher, participating in the revolution taking place in psychology, thanks to unparalleled advances in molecular genetics, developmental cognitive neuroscience, neuropsychology and brain imaging.

Please note: The Bachelor of Psychological Science Advanced (Honours) is currently accredited as the 'Bachelor of Psychology (with Honours)' by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC). The name change is subject to APAC approval.

These course outcomes are aligned with the Australian Qualifications Framework level 8, the Bologna Cycle 1 and Monash Graduate AttributesAustralian Qualifications Framework level 8, the Bologna Cycle 1 and Monash Graduate Attributes (http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/handbooks/alignmentofoutcomes.html).On successful completion of the course you will be expected to able to:

1. describe and discuss theories and research, and investigate and critically evaluate issues in the core discipline areas of psychology perception, cognition, learning, motivation, emotion, language, social and biological bases of behaviour, abnormal psychology, lifespan development, individual differences, history and philosophy of psychology, testing, assessment, intercultural and indigenous psychology
2. contribute to discipline knowledge through research, including critical review of scientific literature, identification of research problems, design and conduct of research, application of statistical analyses to evaluate research outcomes, and clear communication of findings according to the professional requirements of the discipline
3. describe and discuss the ethical standards and legislative frameworks governing research and practice in psychology, and demonstrate an appreciation of the role of ethics in maintaining the integrity of the profession
4. recognise the importance of the relationship between knowledge of the scientific discipline of psychology and the application of this knowledge in the practice of psychology, and to demonstrate this understanding across a number of applications of the discipline
5. demonstrate the skills required to maintain professional competence by keeping up with recent developments and contemporary issues in the field and appreciate the importance of ongoing professional development and training and demonstrate a foundation knowledge in a selected range of related discipline areas that complement the theoretical and practical application of psychology.

The course develops through three themes of psychology fundamentals and foundational skills, research methods and critical thinking and psychology in practice and society, that together underpin the discipline of psychology.

Part A. Psychology fundamentals and foundational skills

These studies will address core areas of psychology, including the theoretical and empirical basis of our current understanding of human psychology, brain function and evidence-based approaches to psychological intervention. Building a strong foundation in your understanding of psychology and neuroscience will enable you to appreciate the major challenges in psychology today and in the future.

Part B. Research methods and critical thinking

These studies will develop your understanding of scientific methodology and its application in psychology. You will learn to critically evaluate contemporary and historical claims relating to human behaviour and mental processes and apply your understanding to the generation of new research questions.

Part C. Psychology in practice and society

These studies will enable you to understand and apply psychological principles to personal, social, organisational, technological and global issues and use knowledge of psychology and its practice in an ethical manner, for the benefit of society in general. They will introduce you to the real-world practice of psychology in today's society.

Part D. Free elective study

This will enable you to further develop your knowledge of psychology through a choice of electives covering contemporary topics in the field, or to select units in which you are eligible to enrol from across the faculty or the University.

The course comprises 192 points, of which 174 points are focussed on the study of psychological science and neuroscience and 18 points are free electives.

The course develops through theme studies in: A. Psychology fundamentals and foundational skills, B. Research methods and critical thinking, and C. Psychology in practice and society.

Students must normally complete 144 credit points and achieve a minimum of a distinction average (70 per cent) in PSY3041, PSY3051, PSY3032 and PSY3062 in order to proceed to the fourth year of study. Students who successfully complete the first three years (144 points) of the course but do not meet the academic standard hurdle for the fourth year will graduate with the Bachelor of Psychological Science. You may then apply for other fourth-year psychology programs at Monash, in particular, the Graduate Diploma in Professional Psychology.

The course progression mapcourse progression map (http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/2016handbooks/maps/map-m3005.pdf) will assist you to plan to meet the course requirements, and guidance on unit enrolment for each semester of study.mpletion.

Units are six credit points unless otherwise stated.

A. Psychology fundamentals and foundational skills (72 points)

Students complete:

• BIO1011 Biology I
• BIO1022 Biology II
• PSY1011 Psychology I A
• PSY1022 Psychology I B
• PSY2061 Biological psychology
• PSY2071 Developmental psychology
• PSY2042 Personality and social psychology
• PSY3032 Abnormal psychology
• PSY3051 Perception and cognitive psychology
• PHY2011 Neuroscience of sensory and control systems in the body
• MCB2011 Molecular biology and the cell
• PHY3012 Integrative neuroscience

B. Research methods and critical thinking (36 points)

Students complete:

• PSY3062 Research methods and theory
• PSY4100 Psychology honours: Research project (24 points)
• PSY4210 Statistics and research design for professional psychology

C. Psychology in practice and society (66 points)

Students complete:

(a.) The following 10 units (60 points)

• PMH1011 Mental health in the community
• PSY3041 Psychological testing, theories of ability and ethics
• PSY3120 Introduction to counselling
• BMS1042 Public health and preventive medicine
• PHA2022 Drugs and society
• BMS2042 Human genetics
• PSY3180 Human neuropsychology: Developmental and neurodegenerative disorders
• PSY3190 Addiction studies
• PSY4220 Ethical and professional issues in psychology
• PSY4270 Psychological assessment

(b.) One unit (6 points) from the following:

• PSY4110 Psychology in society
• PSY4120 Mental health and illness
• PSY4130 Developmental psychology and clinical neuroscience

D. Free elective study (18 points)

Elective units may be chosen from the faculty or across the University so long as you have the prerequisites and there are no restrictions on admission to the units. The units may be at any level, however, no more than 10 units (60 points) at level 1 can be credited to this course.

To be eligible for provisional registration as a psychologist in Australia you must meet the requirements of the Psychology Board of Australia. The first step to becoming a psychologist is to complete four years of approved study in psychology. This normally comprises a bachelor degree (or graduate diploma) that includes the three-year APAC accredited sequence of 10 units in psychology, followed by an accredited fourth year course in psychology. The honours year of the Bachelor of Psychological Science Advanced (Honours) provides this fourth year, as does the Graduate Diploma of Professional Psychology.

In order to be eligible for general registration as a psychologist, a further minimum two years of approved study must be undertaken at Masters or Doctoral level or alternatively two years of supervised practice.

By satisfying Victorian registration, students will comply with the registration requirements of other states in Australia.

Should you successfully complete the first three years of the program (144 points) and either choose to not enter the Honours year or not meet the hurdle requirement for the fourth year (honours) year, you will be awarded a Bachelor of Psychological Science. You may then apply for other fourth-year psychology programs at Monash, in particular, the Graduate Diploma of Professional Psychology.

This course is intended for students who wish to apply psychological training to work in a business environment. Students acquire a fundamental understanding of the major principles of psychology and are exposed to a broad cross section of topics relevant to applied and professional psychology. They also acquire a basic knowledge of core business disciplines and specialised knowledge in one business area, and develop an understanding of psychology in a business environment.

Students will enhance their ability to develop careers in psychology, and/or business through the development of effective interpersonal and communication skills, the mastering of essential research design procedures, statistical analyses and methods of written and oral communication relevant to the fields of psychology and business.

These course outcomes are aligned with the Australian Qualifications Framework level 7, the Bologna Cycle 1 and Monash Graduate AttributesAustralian Qualifications Framework level 7, the Bologna Cycle 1 and Monash Graduate Attributes (http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/handbooks/alignmentofoutcomes.html).

On completion of this course, students will have:

• acquired a fundamental understanding of the major principles of psychology
• been exposed to a broad cross section of topics relevant to applied and professional psychology
• acquired a basic knowledge of core business disciplines and specialised knowledge in one business area
• developed effective interpersonal and communication skills
• mastered the essential research design procedures, statistical analyses and methods of written and oral communication relevant to the fields of psychology and business
• developed an understanding of psychology in a business environment
• acquired skills in modern information technologies, which will enhance their effectiveness in employment
• the ability to commence or develop careers in psychology, marketing, management, human resources, or other business areas
• the skills and encouragement to progress to postgraduate studies and/or research.

This course is accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council.

This degree does not make students eligible to register as a psychologist. A career in psychology will require further study and training after completion of the Bachelor of Psychological Science and Business.

The course consists of:

• a ten unit major in psychology from the School of Psychological Sciences
• six core business units from the Faculty of Business and Economics
• a major of eight units (48 points)* from the majors offered by the Faculty of Business and Economics at Monash University Malaysia listed under 'Business majors' below.

* Depending on the major chosen, one or more of the units in the major may have already been studied as part of the business units studied in first and second year - where this is the case, students will complete electives to meet the required number of points in the business component of this course.

First year

Semester one

• ACW1000 Principles of accounting and finance
• MGW1010 Introduction to management
• MKW1120 Marketing theory and practice
• PSY1011 Psychology 1A

Semester two

• BTW1042 Malaysian business law
• ECW1101 Introductory microeconomics
• ETW1102 Business statistics
• PSY1022 Psychology 1B

Second year

Semester one

• PSY2061 Biological psychology
• PSY2071 Developmental psychology
• two business major units

Semester two

• PSY2042 Personality and social psychology
• PSY2112 Organisational psychology
• two business major units

Third year

Semester one

• PSY3041 Psychological testing, theories of ability and ethics
• PSY3051 Perception and cognition
• two business major units

Semester two

• PSY3032 Abnormal psychology
• PSY3062 Research methods and theory
• two business major units

Business majors

• Accountancy
• Applied economics
• Banking and financial management
• Business law and taxation
• Econometrics and business statistics
• International business management
• Management
• Strategic marketing

This course is a multidisciplinary, flexible degree that provides students with the opportunity to learn key principles in public health, leading to a wide range of careers. It also provides a pathway to graduate entry and postgraduate clinical programs (for example medicine, social work, nursing and allied health) as well as honours and higher degrees by research.

These course outcomes are aligned with the Australian Qualifications Framework level 7, the Bologna Cycle 1 and Monash Graduate AttributesAustralian Qualifications Framework level 7, the Bologna Cycle 1 and Monash Graduate Attributes (http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/handbooks/alignmentofoutcomes.html).

The Bachelor of Public Health strives to graduate entry-level practitioners in the fields of public health programs, policy and/or research who can:

1. identify and explain the determinates of illness, health and wellbeing
2. develop, implement and evaluate public health programs
3. recognise social and cultural diversity and the skills and apply the skills and resources required for working across diverse populations in global and African contexts
4. demonstrate awareness of equity, human rights and social justice in relation to health in Africa and international contexts
5. access, critically appraise and apply the best available evidence to the professional practice of public health
6. conduct ethical research using appropriate paradigms
7. integrate knowledge of relevant public policy and health and social care systems into practice
8. demonstrate professional skills such as, critical thinking, problem-solving, effective communication, working in a team, operating from an ethical framework, reflective practice and ongoing professional development.

Credit may be granted for formal learning, such as a course offered by a professional body, enterprise, private educational institution, or by any other accredited provider recognised by Monash South Africa.

The maximum amount of credit that can be granted is 72 credit points.

Special requirements

Students must refer to the information available on the special requirements outlined below. It is the responsibility of the student to ensure they have the correct documentation.

Immunisation and infection requirements

In accordance with the National Health and Medical Research Council recommendations, this course requires that students comply with the faculty's Immunisation and vaccination policy and proceduresImmunisation and vaccination policy and procedures (http://www.med.monash.edu.au/current/immunisation/). These are designed to provide maximum protection against the increased risk of some vaccine preventable diseases for students, patients and workers in a health care setting.

This policy, and the associated procedures require that students have certain specified vaccinations, and have their blood borne virus status determined, before they commence a clinical placement. Students who have not complied with this policy may not be able to undertake clinical placement, with the attendant academic consequences.

Prospective students are provided detailed information on the effect of blood borne virus infection on the scope of practice of health care workers. Students who test positive to a blood borne virus (including HIV, Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C) will be required to consult a specialist medical practitioner approved by the faculty to provide advice on any necessary restrictions on work practices to protect patients and others from infection.

This course requires students in some units to undertake off-campus site visits and clinical placements.

The Bachelor of Public Health is accredited by the Higher Education Quality Committee (HEQC). Graduates of this course are eligible to join the Public Health Association of South Africa (PHASA).

This course develops through the themes of population, communities, health and illness; the scientific basis of healthcare and professional practice skills.

Part A. Population, communities, health and illness

The focus of these studies is the social, environmental and behavioural contexts of ill health, disease and injury and broad societal issues such as health promotion, the application of epidemiology and statistics in the assessment of health risk in populations, public health, community diversity, population and global health. You will also develop a sound understanding of evidence-based practice.

Part B. Scientific basis of healthcare

These studies provide the foundation scientific knowledge of human systems and technology that you will require to become an expert in public health.

Part C. Professional practice skills

This theme addresses competencies for public health science practice and programs to promote health and prevent disease. The focus will be on the incorporation of the best available research evidence with the clinical reasoning skills of assessment, management, evaluation and health care across the lifespan and across a spectrum of environments and circumstances.

Part D. Elective study

Elective units can be chosen from the school at Monash South Africa. Electives must be taken at first, second and third year levels as appropriate to the course year. Suitable units can be identified using the index of units by faculty (school) in the current edition of the Handbook. Note: Some units may require permission from the owning school. The level of the unit is indicated by the first number in the unit code; undergraduate units are those that commence with the numbers 1-3.

This course comprises 144 points, of which 114 points are from Public Health study and 30 points are available to provide additional depth and breadth through elective study.

The course develops through theme studies in: A. Population, communities, health and illness, B. Scientific basis of healthcare, and C. Professional practice skills etc.

Electives must be taken at first, second and third year levels as appropriate to the course year.

The course progression mapcourse progression map (http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/2016handbooks/maps/map-4502.pdf) will assist you to plan to meet the course requirements, and guidance on unit enrolment for each semester of study.

Units are six credit points unless otherwise stated.

PART A. Population, communities, health and illness

Students complete:

• PHH1061 Data, evidence and critical thinking in health
• PHH1081 Foundations of public health
• PHH1052 Health care systems: Global and local
• PHH1102 Biological bases of health and disease 2
• PHH1112 Global health: Opportunities and challenges
• PHH2101 Health promotion: Global and local
• PHH2142 Research methods in the health sciences
• PHH3011 Contemporary health challenges
• PHH3002 Health for all in a global world
• PHH3072 Health policy and politics

PART B/C. Scientific basis of healthcare and Professional Practice skills

Students complete:

• PHH1101 Biological bases of health and disease 1
• PHH2141 Analysing patterns of health and disease
• PHH2111 Treatment and technologies
• PHH2022 Culture, society and health
• PHH2051 Health program planning
• PHH3041 Disease prevention and control
• PHH3061 Health program evaluation
• PHH3001 Health, law and ethics
• PHH3082 Health promotion practicum

PART D. Elective study (30 points)

Elective units can be chosen from the school at Monash South Africa. Electives must be taken at first, second and third year levels as appropriate to the course year. Suitable units can be identified using the index of units by faculty (school) in the current edition of the Handbook. Note: Some units may require permission from the owning school. The level of the unit is indicated by the first number in the unit code; undergraduate units are those that commence with the numbers 1-3.

To be eligible to apply for entry into the Honours degree of Bachelor of Public Health, students must have completed a major within their chosen Honours area of study and obtained a distinction grade average (70 percent) or above in 24 points of studies in relevant units at level two and three, of which 18 points must be at level three in the major in which they wish to undertake honours. For some majors, completion of specific units or their equivalent is required for admission to honours. The details are provided with the requirements for each major to which this applies.

Radiographers facilitate patient diagnosis and management by using X-rays, ultrasound and magnetic resonance imaging modalities to create diagnostic images for analysis and interpretation. They play a pivotal role in selecting and implementing the most appropriate examination protocols to answer clinical questions. In the Radiography and Medical Imaging (Honours) course you will develop the knowledge and skills to enter the radiography profession.

Throughout the course all imaging and methods, radiologic biology and professional skills units are closely related and integrated with the clinical studies. The study of the biological sciences are closely integrated with radiologic science so you study sectional anatomy when learning about generating sectional images. You will learn how to assess and manage patients, while studying general radiography, digital vascular imaging, computed tomography, general ultrasound and magnetic resonance imaging, and developing clinical competency in general radiography and computed tomography.

The program prides itself on the strong links it creates between the classroom and the clinical work place: periods of related clinical studies commence in first semester of first year and continue throughout all four years of the course. State of the art on-campus facilities include general radiography laboratories and an ultrasound skills lab enable you to gain practical experience before entering clinical centres and undertake experiments around radiation sciences. You will gain practical experience at a wide variety of clinical institutions ranging from Victorian Rural and Regional Hospitals to major metropolitan Melbourne Hospitals and private radiology practices and there are also opportunities for interstate placements.

In the final year, you will complete either a research project in an aspect of medical imaging and radiation sciences of interest to you or extended study in either CT, ultrasound, paediatric imaging, MRI or Hybrid Imaging, and an in-depth literature review of a selected medical imaging topic.

The course incorporates novel teaching approaches including a case-based learning program to assist in clinical decision making (iSAP Integrating Science and Practice), a personal learning and assessment system which includes a clinical e-portfolio (PebblePad), a clinical relevant scenario-based program focusing on cultural, ethical and moral issues (Values Exchange) and the Health Workforce Australia Simulated Learning Environment (SLE) where students engage with 'Avatars' to support clinical training.

Completion of the course will enable you to apply for registration as a radiographer with the Medical Radiation Practice Board of Australia. This registration is national and recognised in all states and territories of Australia. Graduates from the BRadMedImag (Honours) are eligible to apply for a Statement of Accreditation from the Australian Institute of Radiography.

These course outcomes are aligned with the Australian Qualifications Framework level 8, the Bologna Cycle 1 and Monash Graduate AttributesAustralian Qualifications Framework level 8, the Bologna Cycle 1 and Monash Graduate Attributes (http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/handbooks/alignmentofoutcomes.html).

Upon successful completion of this course it is expected that graduates will be able to:

1. demonstrate broad knowledge and understanding of the scientific concepts and instrumentation underpinning modern radiologic physics and biomedical sciences relevant to radiographic practice
2. critically apply ethical concepts, relevant aspects of the theories informing the psychosocial basis of illness and disease together with knowledge of the Australian medico- legal framework to the practice of radiography while adhering to the Code of Conduct for Registered Health Practitioners promulgated by the Medical Radiation Practice Board of Australia
3. implement knowledge of professional communication theories and evidence informed radiographic patient care including the responsible use of radiographic contrast media in various medical imaging contexts maintaining cognisance of cultural diversity
4. communicate to non-specialist audiences the biological consequences of ionising and non-ionising radiation and scientific principles informing radiation dosimetry
5. synthesise knowledge and understanding of radiologic instrumentation and radiation protection with the independent and competent application and adaptation of radiographic positioning and image evaluation methodology across diverse clinical settings
6. identify and critically evaluate anatomical features and gross patho-physiological processes as demonstrated on medical images with reference to the clinical presentation and exercise professional judgement in respect to providing an informed comment concerning these images
7. demonstrate knowledge of the theoretical concepts underpinning digital image processing and associated workstation applications in angiography, computed tomography, sonography and magnetic resonance imaging and perform quality assurance measures relevant to each modality
8. use advanced knowledge of radiographic and multi-slice computed tomographic imaging methods and protocols including dose reduction strategies in a problem-solving capacity across a diverse range of clinical settings and patients including paediatrics
9. describe angiographic, mammographic and magnetic resonance imaging protocols and possess the capacity to engage in inter-professional clinical practice within these modalities
10. demonstrate knowledge of the scientific research paradigm, distinguish between fact and assertion and critically evaluate the ethical and legal implications of research within medical radiation science
11. demonstrate initiative and responsibility in the application of research methodologies to project work or discrete evidence based research within medical radiation science, an ability to communicate new knowledge to specialist audiences and identify ongoing professional development needs especially in relation to emerging technologies.

The course develops professional expertise through studies in human biology, the digital technology underpinning radiography and medical imaging, radiographic and medical imaging science with extended periods of evidence based professional practice and research.

Part A. Human biology

This theme integrates the principles of human biology, the structure and the function of the body in health and disease together with their radiographic appearances in planar and sectional radiographic and medical radiation images.

Part B. Radiation physics and safety

This theme develops the principles of medical radiation physics and instrumentation underpinning general radiography, computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), medical ultrasound and digital vascular imaging integrated with principles of radiation protection and MRI safety and statutory requirements. It will also introduce you to radiation dosimetry, radiation therapy and hybrid imaging.

Part C. Radiographic science and practice

These studies will develop your clinical competency in general radiography. They integrate radiographic positioning techniques appropriate to different body regions and provide extended clinical practice including fluoroscopy, theatre and mobile radiography, paediatrics, digital image processing, radiographic image interpretation and advanced clinical decision making. You will develop the knowledge and skills to implement CT imaging protocols, general ultrasound of the abdomen, vascular imaging and basic MRI methods.

Part D. Professional practice and research

This theme addresses evidence-based practice in medical imaging. It will develop your skills to exercise professional judgement, reflect upon advanced radiographic practice, identify on-going professional development needs and provide advanced radiographic patient management. You will learn to differentiate between different research methods, evaluate the veracity of research claims, understand current trends in medical imaging research and draw implications for evidence based health care.

This course comprises 192 points, of which 168 points are prescribed and 24 points are selected from either a research project or extended study.

The course develops through theme studies in: A. Human biology, B. Radiation physics and safety, C. Radiographic science and practice, and D. Professional practice and research.

The course progression mapcourse progression map (http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/2016handbooks/maps/map-m3006.pdf) will assist you to plan to meet the course requirements, and guidance on unit enrolment for each semester of study.

Units are six credit points unless otherwise stated.

Part A. Human biology (30 points)

Students complete:

• RAD1031 Radiologic biology 1
• RAD1082 Radiologic biology 2
• RAD2061 Radiologic biology 3 (12 points)
• RAD2092 Radiologic biology 4 and sectional anatomy

Part B. Radiation physics and safety (18 points)

Students complete:

• RAD1021 Radiologic physics and radiation protection
• RAD3061 Medical imaging science (ultrasound)
• RAD3092 Magnetic resonance imaging (physics and technology)

Part C. Radiographic science and practice (96 points)

Students complete:

• RAD1061 Radiographic science and practice 1 (12 points)
• RAD1012 Radiographic science and practice 2 (18 points)
• RAD2051 Radiographic science and practice 3 (12 points)
• RAD2012 Radiographic science and practice 4 (18 points)
• RAD3051 Medical imaging science and practice 1 (18 points)
• RAD3042 Medical imaging science and practice 2 (18 points)

Part D. Professional practice and research (48 points)

Students complete:

• RAD4070 Research in medical imaging (24 points), or RAD4080 Selected topics in medical imaging (24 points)
• RAD4160 Advanced medical imaging and clinical skills (24 points)
• RAD4000 Radiography and medical imaging work experience (0 points)

Students completing this qualification are eligible for admission to a Master of Advanced Health Care Practice or a Master of Medical Ultrasound. Postgraduate opportunities exist to apply for entry to a higher degree by research at either MPhil or PhD level.

Biomedical science is one of the most contemporary areas of medicine - think IVF, a cure for cancer, and new life-saving vaccines. This rapidly-growing industry requires people with the skills to commercialise biomedical research, or apply commercial knowledge and understanding in research environments.

Within this double degree course you have the opportunity to develop the technical and research skills required in the biomedical fields, while also developing a strong understanding of the realities of research as a commercial endeavour.

You can combine your majors to explore areas of interest or develop new ones:

• Study human genetics and actuarial studies to look at the implications of genetic disease for health providers or insurance companies.
• Combine immunology with economics to gain an understanding of how disease impacts political, legal, social, cultural activities around the world.
• Use your marketing skills to promote medical research or health campaigns.
• Work in a business development role in international biomed companies to create new opportunities for research.

Double degree courses include the features of the component degree courses, except that electives may be reduced.

Commerce

B2001 Bachelor of Commerce is a comprehensive course, structured in three equal parts. In the double degree course you complete:

Part A. Commerce specified study

This will provide you with a broad foundation for your study of commerce and expose you to several commerce disciplines. This will contribute breadth to your knowledge of commerce and address the graduate course outcomes. It will also give you the opportunity to learn more about each discipline before finalising your choice of major.

Part B. Commerce listed major

This will provide you with a focused program of study that will develop your expertise in one discipline area. You will develop, apply and communicate an advanced level of understanding of the concepts and theoretical frameworks that constitute the knowledge base of your major area of study.

Biomedical science

M2003 Bachelor of Biomedical Science is a specialist course that provides an interdisciplinary approach to study of biomedical science, with five central themes: molecular and cellular biology, body systems, infection and immunity, disease and society and diagnostic and research tools. These themes are interwoven in units throughout the course.

Part A. Molecular and cellular biology

Through these studies you will learn how the cell functions and replicates itself in health and disease, particularly considering the structure of the cell and its evolution, the function of cells, DNA, genes and proteins, and the regulation of metabolism.

Part B. Body systems

This theme addresses the principles of major body systems. You will learn how cells come together to form tissues and organs and how they work together in the body to provide it with its metabolic needs and remove waste products. You will study how structure follows function; homeostasis; the nutritional and GI system; the neural system and senses; endocrine, reproductive and renal systems; and cardiovascular and respiratory systems.

Part C. Infection and immunity

The focus of these studies is the functional immune system of multicellular organisms and the disease states that result from pathogen infection and from autoimmunity. You will learn about molecular genetics and recombinant DNA (both important tools for the study of microbial disease and immunity), inflammation and disease, and infection and infection control.

Part D. Disease and society

In these studies you will learn about disease states that result from abnormal function in various body systems, including the cellular, genetic and molecular causes of the disease, with a focus on mechanisms of disease and patterns of disease and treatment. In studying the basis for human disease, you will also consider the societal and personal impacts of past, present and future diseases and the social, economic and environmental factors that are determinants of health.

Part E. Diagnostic and research tools

These studies address both the molecular and cellular tools, including specialist imaging techniques, that can be used to study and diagnose diseases.

Students must complete 192 points, of which 96 points are from the Bachelor of Commerce (including all the requirements in Part A and B for the single degree) and 96 points are from the Bachelor of Biomedical Science (including all of the requirements in Part A, B, C, D and E for the single degree).

The course progression mapcourse progression map (http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/2016handbooks/maps/map-b2021.pdf) will assist you to plan to meet the course requirements, and guidance on unit enrolment for each semester of study.

Units are six credit points unless otherwise stated.

Students may be eligible to exit the double degree program and graduate with either a Bachelor of Commerce or a Bachelor of Biomedical Science after three years, depending on the units studied.

Students who wish to graduate with a Bachelor of Commerce prior to the completion of the double degree must have completed at least 144 points of studies, including all of the requirements in Part A and B for the Bachelor of Commerce degree.

Students who wish to graduate with a Bachelor of Biomedical Science prior to the completion of the double degree must have completed at least 144 points of studies, including all of the requirements in Part A, B, C, D and E for the Bachelor of Biomedical Science degree.

This double degree course in Engineering and Biomedical Science can lead to a rewarding career designing medical technology to improve human lives. Advances in biological sciences and demand for technological solutions are creating new opportunities for engineers. In the next 25 years, engineering will be transformed as it fuses with developments in biomedical science.

Monash University has pioneered this emerging field. Some examples include the Monash Vision Group's work on the bionic eye and our new 4D lung-imaging method. Join our scientists and engineers in developing the latest biomedical innovations and improving lives.

The course lets you to combine one of six engineering disciplines with aspects of anatomy, biochemistry, clinical medicine, epidemiology and preventative medicine, genetics, immunology, microbiology, pharmacology, physiology and psychology. This will give you the skills you need to help solve challenging medical problems.

You will showcase your biomedical and engineering knowledge in a final project and can then choose from an abundance of rewarding and exciting career options.

Double degree courses include the features of the component degree courses, except that electives may be reduced.

Engineering

E3001 Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) is a specialist course that develops through four themes that combine to underpin engineering practice: Fundamentals and foundational skills, Design, Knowledge and applications, and Professional Practice.

Part A. Engineering fundamentals and foundational skills

These will develop your understanding of natural and physical sciences, mathematics, numerical analysis, statistics, and computer and information sciences that underpin all engineering disciplines.

Part B. Engineering design

This will develop the engineering techniques, tools and resources for the conduct, design and management of engineering design processes and projects, both in the industrial setting and in the development of research experiments.

Part C. Engineering knowledge and application

This will provide in-depth knowledge of the specific engineering methods of a branch of engineering, and will integrate the specific engineering methods and discipline knowledge into practice. You will develop skills to identify and apply knowledge of contextual factors impacting the engineering discipline. Additionally, your studies will focus on your understanding and application of the scope, principles, norms, accountabilities and bounds of contemporary engineering practice in your discipline.

Part D. Professional practice

This will develop your skills in readiness for the engineering workplace. You will develop skills in effective team membership and team leadership, the use and management of commercially relevant data, and the legal responsibilities of engineers. This study will integrate the theme 'Engineering knowledge and application' with your specialist field of engineering.

Biomedical science

M2003 Bachelor of Biomedical Science is a specialist course that provides an interdisciplinary approach to study of biomedical science, with five central themes: molecular and cellular biology, body systems, infection and immunity, disease and society, and diagnostic and research tools. These themes are interwoven in units throughout the course.

Part A. Molecular and cellular biology

Through these studies you will learn how the cell functions and replicates itself in health and disease, particularly considering the structure of the cell and its evolution, the function of cells, DNA, genes and proteins, and the regulation of metabolism.

Part B. Body systems

This theme addresses the principles of major body systems. You will learn how cells come together to form tissues and organs and how they work together in the body to provide it with its metabolic needs and remove waste products. You will study how structure follows function; homeostasis; the nutritional and GI system; the neural system and senses; endocrine, reproductive and renal systems; and cardiovascular and respiratory systems.

Part C. Infection and Immunity

The focus of these studies is the functional immune system of multicellular organisms and the disease states that result from pathogen infection and from autoimmunity. You will learn about molecular genetics and recombinant DNA (both important tools for the study of microbial disease and immunity), inflammation and disease, and infection and infection control.

Part D. Disease and society

In these studies you will learn about disease states that result from abnormal function in various body systems, including the cellular, genetic and molecular causes of the disease, with a focus on mechanisms of disease and patterns of disease and treatment. In studying the basis for human disease, you will also consider the societal and personal impacts of past, present and future diseases and the social, economic and environmental factors that are determinants of health.

Part E. Diagnostic and research tools

These studies address both the molecular and cellular tools, including specialist imaging techniques, that can be used to study and diagnose diseases.

Students must complete 240 points, of which 144 points are from the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (including all of the requirements in Part A, B, C and D for the single degree) and 96 points from the Bachelor of Biomedical Science (including all of the requirements in Part A, B, C, D and E for the single degree

The course progression mapcourse progression map (http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/2016handbooks/maps/map-e3004.pdf) will assist you to plan to meet the course requirements, and guidance on unit enrolment for each semester of study.

Units are six credit points unless otherwise stated.

Students may be eligible to exit the double degree program and graduate with either a Bachelor of Engineering named degree or a Bachelor of Biomedical Science after 3 or 4 years, depending on the units studied.

Students who wish to graduate with a Bachelor of Engineering degree prior to the completion of the double degree must have completed at least 192 points of studies, including all of the requirements in Part A, B, C and D for the particular Engineering specialisation. Students who wish to graduate with a Bachelor of Biomedical Science prior to the completion of the double degree must have completed at least 144 points of studies, including all of the requirements in Part A, B, C, D and E for the Bachelor of Biomedical Science degree.

Advances in biomedical science can have a major impact on the wellbeing of society, but the transition from laboratory to the people it will benefit is a complex journey; this double degree course gives you the tools to do this.

You will gain a solid foundation in the concepts, procedures and reasoning underpinning the Australian legal system and the research, analytical and communication skills of the legal profession. Combine this with an understanding of anatomy, epidemiology and preventative medicine, genetics, immunology, microbiology and pharmacology and you will have the grounding to use your law skills to help solve challenging medical problems.

Double degree courses include the features of the component degree courses, except that electives may be reduced.

Law

L3001 Bachelor of Laws (Honours) course is a specialist course that develops through themes: legal methodology and legal practice; public law; and private law. The specialised knowledge and advanced skills are imparted in later year elective units, including a final year project involving intensive research and writing.

Part A. Legal methodology and legal practice

This theme includes the nature of law, and particularly statute law enacted by Parliaments and common law developed by courts. It also includes the key concepts, principles and methods of research and reasoning that enable lawyers to identify and interpret law and apply it to relevant facts in order to provide legal advice. It covers the law of procedure and evidence that governs judicial proceedings, alternative methods of resolving legal disputes, and the code of ethics that regulates the professional conduct of legal practitioners.

Part B. Public law

Public law includes constitutional law, administrative law and criminal law. It concerns the powers and procedures of the legislative, executive and judicial organs of government, and how they are regulated and controlled by 'the rule of law'. It also concerns the legal relationship between government and individuals, including the protection of the individual rights.

Part C. Private law

Private law deals with legal relationships between legal persons, including corporations as well as individuals. It includes the study of property rights, contractual rights and obligations, wrongs (called 'torts') such as trespass and the negligent infliction of injury, and the law of equity and trusts.

Part D. Extending specialized knowledge and advanced skills: Law electives

In later years of the course, you will be able to choose from a broad range of elective law units. High achieving students may also include one or two Master's units in their final year of study. Elective law units enable you to develop specialised knowledge and advanced skills in areas of law that suit your own interests, skills and career goals. In addition to public and private law, these include international law, commercial law and human rights law. You will have opportunities to study overseas, and to undertake work-based learning, for example, in our legal clinical program and in local and international internships.

Biomedical science

M2003 Bachelor of Biomedical Science course is a specialist course that provides an interdisciplinary approach to study of biomedical science, with five central themes: molecular and cellular biology, body systems, infection and immunity, disease and society, and diagnostic and research tools. These themes are interwoven in units throughout the course.

Part A. Molecular and cellular biology

Through these studies you will learn how the cell functions and replicates itself in health and disease, particularly considering the structure of the cell and its evolution, the function of cells, DNA, genes and proteins, and the regulation of metabolism.

Part B. Body systems

This theme addresses the principles of major body systems. You will learn how cells come together to form tissues and organs and how they work together in the body to provide it with its metabolic needs and remove waste products. You will study how structure follows function; homeostasis; the nutritional and GI system; the neural system and senses; endocrine, reproductive and renal systems; and cardiovascular and respiratory systems.

Part C. Infection and Immunity

The focus of these studies is the functional immune system of multicellular organisms and the disease states that result from pathogen infection and from autoimmunity. You will learn about molecular genetics and recombinant DNA (both important tools for the study of microbial disease and immunity), inflammation and disease, and infection and infection control.

Part D. Disease and society

In these studies you will learn about disease states that result from abnormal function in various body systems, including the cellular, genetic and molecular causes of the disease, with a focus on mechanisms of disease and patterns of disease and treatment. In studying the basis for human disease, you will also consider the societal and personal impacts of past, present and future diseases and the social, economic and environmental factors that are determinants of health.

Part E. Diagnostic and research tools

These studies address both the molecular and cellular tools, including specialist imaging techniques, that can be used to study and diagnose diseases.

Students must complete 252 points, of which 156 points are from the Bachelor of Laws (Honours) (including all of the requirements in Part A, B, C and D for the single degree) and 96 points from the Bachelor of Biomedical Science (including all of the requirements in Part A, B, C, D and E for the single degree).

The course progression mapcourse progression map (http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/2016handbooks/maps/map-l3004.pdf) will assist you to plan to meet the course requirements, and guidance on unit enrolment for each semester of study.

Units are six credit points unless otherwise stated.

Students may be eligible to exit the double degree program and graduate with either a Bachelor of Laws (Honours) or a Bachelor of Biomedical Science after 4 or 3 years respectively, depending on the units studied.

Students who wish to graduate with a Bachelor of Laws (Honours) prior to the completion of the double degree must have completed at least 204 points of studies, including all of the requirements in Part A, B, C and D for the Bachelor of Laws (Honours) degree. Students who wish to graduate with a Bachelor of Biomedical Science prior to the completion of the double degree must have completed at least 144 points of studies, including all of the Science requirements in Part A, B, C, D and E for the Bachelor of Biomedical Science degree.

Nurses and midwives are among the most valued members of any community, and midwives play a crucial role in bringing new life into the world and caring for mothers and babies before, during and after birth. This course produces a registered nurse and a registered midwife, a highly capable individual able to work in partnership with the interdisciplinary team in general nursing and midwifery practice settings. The versatility of the nurse and midwife is becoming increasingly important in the provision of Australian and international health services and the joint qualification will make you highly employable in any practice setting, especially in rural and remote areas where being multi-skilled can save lives.

Monash nursing and midwifery graduates are sought after worldwide because of our teaching quality, which ensures that our graduates possess valuable skills in clinical reasoning, client care, communication, judgement and research developed through extensive clinical experience in a variety of local and international health agencies. These are underpinned and strengthened by our links to world-class medical researchers and major teaching hospitals.

The course will prepare you for increasingly complex health care situations in Australia and internationally. As a nursing graduate you will have acquired the knowledge and skills to be a competent beginning-level registered nurse who can provide leadership and care across the age continuum, and you will have the scope to provide care in multiple settings, including acute care, primary health care and health promotion. You will develop knowledge for the safe practice of clinical skills in a variety of health care facilities and services over the course of your studies, and develop a broad range of knowledge in relevant disciplines, enabling you to critically analyse health care situations, concepts and perspectives.

As a midwifery graduate you will add to the above capabilities the specialist knowledge to provide continuous care to mothers and babies from before to after birth in any situation, including emergencies.

You will have plenty of opportunity for clinical experience in diverse settings throughout Victoria and you may also get the opportunity to study and undertake clinical placements in Sweden or the UK under our successful student exchange programs. Your clinical and professional skills will be further developed through time spent working with students enrolled in other health science courses (i.e., occupational therapy, physiotherapy, paramedic, medical imaging, nutrition and dietetics, social work) enabling you to experience interdisciplinary service delivery and inter-professional education.

Successful completion of the course will lead to eligibility for registration as a registered nurse and a registered midwife with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia. The nursing degree creates local, national and international opportunities in a range of health service areas, such as acute hospital care, mental health, rehabilitation, aged care, community-based care and rural and remote services. The midwifery degree creates opportunities in midwifery, including in antenatal, birth and postnatal areas. You could also specialise in neonatal, maternal, child health care or other fields with further study.

These course outcomes are aligned with the Australian Qualifications Framework level 7, the Bologna Cycle 1 and Monash Graduate AttributesAustralian Qualifications Framework level 7, the Bologna Cycle 1 and Monash Graduate Attributes (http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/handbooks/alignmentofoutcomes.html).

On completion of this course, graduates will be expected to:

1. meet currently accepted standards of nursing practice as set down in the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Council (ANMC) National competency standards for the registered nurse
2. meet currently accepted standards of midwifery practice as set down in the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Council (ANMC) National competency standards for the midwife
3. provide beginning-level holistic health care for individuals and communities in our multicultural society
4. practice within ethical and legal guidelines
5. plan, implement and evaluate care that encourages individuals to achieve optimum health and well being
6. demonstrate knowledge that is evidence-based and underpinned by sound political, historical, cultural and social understandings of health
7. appreciate the significance of ongoing education and research to improve practice
8. work collectively and collaboratively with others on the health care team and value the partnerships formed with people in their care.

Special requirements

Students must refer to the information available on the special requirements outlined below. It is the responsibility of the student to ensure they have the correct documentation.

Police checks

Students must have a current Police check regarding their suitability to undertake placements. Refer to the faculty's police checkspolice checks (http://www.med.monash.edu.au/current/police-checks.html) webpage.

Working with Children checks

Students must have a current Working with Children check regarding their suitability to undertake placements. Refer to the faculty's Working with Children checksWorking with Children checks (http://www.med.monash.edu.au/current/wwc-check.html) webpage.

Immunisation and infection requirements

In accordance with the National Health and Medical Research Council recommendations, this course requires that students comply with the faculty's Immunisation and vaccination policy and proceduresImmunisation and vaccination policy and procedures (http://www.med.monash.edu.au/current/immunisation/). These are designed to provide maximum protection against the increased risk of some vaccine preventable diseases for students, patients and workers in a health care setting.

This policy, and the associated procedures require that students have certain specified vaccinations, and have their blood borne virus status determined, before they commence a clinical placement. Students who have not complied with this policy may not be able to undertake clinical placement, with the attendant academic consequences.

Prospective students are provided detailed information on the effect of blood borne virus infection on the scope of practice of health care workers. Students who test positive to a blood borne virus (including HIV, Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C) will be required to consult a specialist medical practitioner approved by the faculty to provide advice on any necessary restrictions on work practices to protect patients and others from infection.

Drug administration policy

Students should be aware of their legal responsibilities regarding the administration and storage of drugs in keeping with the Drugs Poisons and Controlled Substances Act 1981 (Vic) and the Drugs Poisons and Controlled Substances Regulations 2006 (Vic). The School of Nursing and Midwifery have formulated a policy and students should be aware of the drug administration policy relevant to their particular year of study. Refer to the faculty's clinical guidelinesclinical guidelines (http://www.med.monash.edu.au/nursing/current.html) webpage.

Substances Regulations 2006 (Vic)

Students should be aware of the School of Nursing and Midwifery drug administration policy relevant to their particular year of study. Refer to the faculty's clinical guidelinesclinical guidelines (http://www.med.monash.edu.au/nursing/current.html) webpage.

Successful completion of the course will lead to eligibility for registration as both a registered nurse and as a registered midwife with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia.

The course develops through theme studies in the human bioscience, the sociocultural context of health and illness, clinical assessment and nursing practice, midwifery theory and practice and professional practice, which come together in nursing and midwifery practice as demonstrated in the clinical placement units.

Part A. Human bioscience

These studies provides the foundation knowledge of human anatomy and physiology relevant to the allied health professions of nursing and midwifery. You will learn about the biological basis of human health and the working of human body. You will also develop the capacity to critically evaluate evidence in relation to health.

Part B. Sociocultural context of health and illness

These studies focus on the social, economic, and environmental factors that are determinants of health and of access to health care. You will also consider how policy, planning, organisation and delivery of health and healthcare impacts individuals and communities differently and the political and economic imperatives that inform them.

Part C. Clinical assessment and nursing practice

These studies develop your clinical competencies for nursing practice. You will acquire the knowledge and skills needed for the care of individuals including the assessment of clients' health status in order to determine and deliver competent nursing care. You will cover medical and surgical nursing, including pharmacology, pain management, wound assessment and acute care. You will also cover mental health care and care across the age span, focussing on evidence based interventions and management strategies

Part D. Midwifery theory and practice

The focus of these studies is the effective care for women and their babies during preconception through to early parenting. You will develop the midwifery knowledge and skills required to work with women throughout labour and birth. Assessment of labour progress, common interventions and pain management are addressed, as the complexities of childbearing and emergency birthing challenges. You will learn about the assessment and care of the newborn infant both healthy and ill, and how to initiate emergency management of the newborn infant.

Part E. Professional practice

These studies focus on your development as a professional who is able to function, communicate and learn as a member of a health care team and act autonomously as required. It will develop your understanding of evidence-based practice in health care delivery and of your professional responsibilities with regard to ongoing learning. You will consider the ethical and legal frameworks for health practice and research and the health professional's relationship and obligations to patients, patient families and professional colleagues in the various health care environments.

This course comprises 192 points of Nursing and Midwifery study.

The course develops through theme studies in: A. Human bioscience, B. Sociocultural context of health and illness, C. Clinical assessment and practice, D. Midwifery theory and practice and E. Professional practice, which come together in nursing and midwifery practice as demonstrated in the clinical placement units. Units are clustered under themes that show the main emphasis of the unit, however, most units address more than one theme.

The course progression mapcourse progression map (http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/2016handbooks/maps/map-4514.pdf) will assist you to plan to meet the course requirements, and guidance on unit enrolment for each semester of study.

Units are six credit points unless otherwise stated.

Part A: Human bioscience (12 points)

Students complete:

• BMA1901 Human structure and function
• BMA1912 Human bioscience in nursing

Part B. Sociocultural context of health and illness (12 points)

Students complete:

• MID4001 Preparation for practice (Midwifery)
• NUR3022 Integrated nursing practice 4

Part C. Clinical assessment and nursing practice (66 points)

Students complete:

• NUR1010 Foundations of nursing and midwifery practice
• NUR1102 Health assessment in clinical practice
• NUR2106 Integrated nursing practice 1 (12 points)
• NUR2107 Person centred mental health care
• NUR2206 Integrated nursing practice 2 (12 points)
• NUR2207 Mental health clinical practice
• NUR3002 Integrated nursing practice 3
• NUR3005 Chronic illness management in primary care (12 points)

Part D. Midwifery theory and practice (48 points)

Students complete:

• MID2000 Foundations of midwifery practice (12 points)
• MID2010 Working with birthing women (12 points)
• MID3202 Supporting the newborn infant (12 points)
• MID3000 Theory and practice of complex midwifery (12 points)

Part E. Professional practice (54 points)

Students complete:

• MID3110 Professional midwifery practice (12 points)
• NUR1001 Professional and scholarly communication
• NUR1105 Foundations of leadership in practice
• NUR1202 Legal issues and concepts
• NUR3001 Evidence based health care
• NUR3003 Education for clinical practice
• NUR3004 Preparing for practice (12 points)

Clinical practice

This course requires students to undertake off-campus clinical placements in nursing and midwifery settings. Clinical experience makes up approximately 50 per cent of the Bachelor of Nursing course and attendance is mandatory for the clinical component of each unit. All students will be required to attend a variety of clinical placements, which begin in the first year of the course and increase in duration and complexity as the course progresses. Travel to metropolitan and rural sites may be required.

Generally speaking, students on clinical experience will take on shift work, including weekend shifts and night duty, and work a supervised, unpaid 40 hour week. Make-up for time missed will be arranged in consultation with the clinical coordinator and unit coordinator on receipt of a medical certificate or other acceptable documentation.

A student may be denied access to or be withdrawn from a clinical practicum if required skills and knowledge are deemed inadequate, or on other grounds deemed appropriate by the head of school.

Graduates of the Bachelor of Nursing and Bachelor of Midwifery who achieve a 70 percent average or higher across units at level three and four are eligible to apply to enrol in either the Honours degree of Bachelor of Nursing or Bachelor of Midwifery.

Graduates of the Bachelor Nursing and Bachelor of Midwifery are eligible to apply to enrol in the Master of Nursing or the Master of Advanced Health Care Practice specialising in clinical midwifery

You may exit this course early and apply to graduate with the Bachelor of Nursing after successful completion of 144 credit points of study, provided you have satisfied the award requirements of that course.

This double degree course will provide a comprehensive foundation in fundamental sciences complemented by specialist biomedical sciences.

In the right environment, the simplest ideas can grow to have great impact on the way we live. Monash researchers have achieved the world's first IVF pregnancy, developed anti-flu drugs and turned human kidney cells back into embryonic stem cells.

This course will give you the best of both worlds - the knowledge and skills of the applied aspects of biomedical science and the more theoretical focus, available from the science course. It will set you on your way to making a difference to people's lives.

Double degree courses include the features of the component degree courses, except that electives may be reduced.

Science

S2000 Bachelor of Science is a comprehensive course, structured in three equal parts. In the double degree course you complete:

Part A. Science specified study

This will provide you with the mathematical or statistical foundation for your study of science and address the nature of science and its communication. It will also expose you to several science disciplines contributing breadth to your understanding of science and giving you the opportunity to learn about several disciplines before finalising your choice of major.

Part B. Science listed major

This will provide you with a focused program of study that will develop your expertise in one discipline area. You will learn to develop, apply and communicate an advanced level of understanding of the concepts and theoretical frameworks that constitute the knowledge base of the discipline.

Biomedical science

M2003 Bachelor of Biomedical Science course is a specialist course that provides an interdisciplinary approach to study of biomedical science, with five central themes: molecular and cellular biology, body systems, infection and immunity, disease and society, and diagnostic and research tools. These themes are interwoven in units throughout the course.

Part A. Molecular and cellular biology

Through these studies you will learn how the cell functions and replicates itself in health and disease, particularly considering the structure of the cell and its evolution, the function of cells, DNA, genes and proteins, and the regulation of metabolism.

Part B. Body systems

This theme addresses the principles of major body systems. You will learn how cells come together to form tissues and organs and how they work together in the body to provide it with its metabolic needs and remove waste products. You will study how structure follows function; homeostasis; the nutritional and GI system; the neural system and senses; endocrine, reproductive and renal systems; and cardiovascular and respiratory systems.

Part C. Infection and immunity

The focus of these studies is the functional immune system of multicellular organisms and the disease states that result from pathogen infection and from autoimmunity. You will learn about molecular genetics and recombinant DNA (both important tools for the study of microbial disease and immunity), inflammation and disease, and infection and infection control.

Part D. Disease and society

In these studies you will learn about disease states that result from abnormal function in various body systems, including the cellular, genetic and molecular causes of the disease, with a focus on mechanisms of disease and patterns of disease and treatment. In studying the basis for human disease, you will also consider the societal and personal impacts of past, present and future diseases and the social, economic and environmental factors that are determinants of health.

Part E. Diagnostic and research tools

These studies address both the molecular and cellular tools, including specialist imaging techniques, that can be used to study and diagnose diseases.

Students must complete 192 points, of which 96 points are from the Bachelor of Science (including all the requirements in Part A and B for the single degree) and 96 points from the Bachelor of Biomedical Science (including all the requirements in Part A, B, C, D) for the single degree.

The course progression mapcourse progression map (http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/2016handbooks/maps/map-s2007.pdf) will assist you to plan to meet the course requirements, and guidance on unit enrolment for each semester of study.

Units are six credit points unless otherwise stated.

Students may be eligible to exit the double degree program and graduate with either a Bachelor of Science or a Bachelor of Biomedical Science after 3 years, depending on the units studied.

Students who wish to graduate with a Bachelor of Science prior to the completion of the double degree must have completed at least 144 points of studies, including all of the requirements in Part A and B for the Bachelor of Science degree. Students who wish to graduate with a Bachelor of Biomedical Science prior to the completion of the double degree must have completed at least 144 points of studies, including all of the requirements in Part A, B, C and D for the Bachelor of Biomedical Science degree.

This is a prestigious program of coursework and research in Biomedical science for high achieving students who have completed the Bachelor of Biomedical Science or a comparable degree course.

You will undertake research methodology training and carry out an independent research project in your specialist field, working closely with a supervisor who will provide you with individual guidance and academic counselling. The course offers a pathway to higher level research in biomedical science.

There is a wide breadth of biomedical research available in the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences, providing a high degree of flexibility for you to pursue your honours year in a field of your choice.

Studies can be undertaken within one of the schools of the faculty, including:

• Biomedical Sciences
• Psychology and Psychiatry
• Central Clinical School
• Eastern Health Clinical School
• Public Health and Preventative Medicine
• Southern Clinical School.

Studies can also be undertaken with one of the affiliated institutes such as the:

• Australian Regenerative Medicine Institute
• Baker Medical Research Institute
• MacFarlane Burnet Centre for Medical Research
• Mental Health Research Institute
• Prince Henry's Institute of Medical Research
• Monash Institute of Medical Research.

These course outcomes are aligned with the Australian Qualifications Framework Level 8 and Monash Graduate AttributesAustralian Qualifications Framework Level 8 and Monash Graduate Attributes (http://monash.edu.au/pubs/handbooks/alignmentofoutcomes.html).

Upon successful completion of this course it is expected that you will be able to:

1. demonstrate advanced knowledge and technical skills in a focussed area of biomedical science
2. develop, apply, integrate and generate biomedical science knowledge in professional contexts to analyse challenges and to develop effective solutions
3. collect, organise, analyse and interpret biomedical science data meaningfully using experimental and computational approaches
4. communicate ideas and results effectively to diverse audiences and in a variety of formats
5. work independently to undertake a scientific literature review and work collaboratively to design, develop and implement a research project
6. exercise personal, professional and social responsibility as a global citizen.

This course consists of a combination of coursework and research. In the coursework component you will develop advanced theoretical and/or technical knowledge of your area of focus within biomedical science. In the research component you will develop research methodologies appropriate to your focus and plan and execute a research project under the individual guidance of an academic supervisor.

This course comprises 48 points including research (36 points) and coursework (12 points):

• BMS4100 Biomedical science research project (36 points)
• BMS4200 Advanced studies in biomedical science (12 points)

Satisfactory completion of this course may provide credit toward a Monash master's by coursework degree and will provide the preparation necessary to undertake a master's by research degree or a doctorate (PhD) degree.

Students undertake a guided advanced studies program in an aspect of community-based emergency health and an approved research project under the supervision of a member of the academic or research staff.

These course outcomes are aligned with the Australian Qualifications Framework level 8, the Bologna Cycle 1 and Monash Graduate AttributesAustralian Qualifications Framework level 8, the Bologna Cycle 1 and Monash Graduate Attributes (http://monash.edu/pubs/handbooks/alignmentofoutcomes.html).

Upon successful completion of this course it is expected that graduates will be able to:

• demonstrate personal and professional development through the fostering of appropriate ethical research behaviours and considerations
• demonstrate advanced communication and presentation skills and develop advanced knowledge and critical appraisal in a chosen field of study
• demonstrate competence in research methodology, analysis and problem solving centred around an evidence based research project
• identify, describe, design and evaluate enhancements to community based emergency health practice using the best available evidence and appropriate frameworks
• review, analyse, consolidate and synthesise a variety of resources in order to respond to community based emergency health issues based on science, knowledge and evidence.

Entry to this honours degree requires completion of all requirements for 3445 Bachelor of Emergency Health (Paramedic) with an average of 70 per cent or higher in at least 24 credit points at third year level. Applications from students who hold an equivalent paramedic degree from another university will need to demonstrate that they have achieved the appropriate academic standard.

This course consists of supervised research and coursework components.

Students must complete:

• BEH4100 Research literature review
• BEH4200 Research proposal, design and ethics
• BEH4300 Research report

Students can commence in either first or second semester:

• full-time students study BEH4100 and BEH4200 in their first semester of study and BEH4300 in their second semester
• part-time students complete BEH4100 and BEH4200 in year one and BEH4300 in year two.

• Emergency health

This course allows graduates of 3882 Bachelor of Health Science to undertake an honours year of study. Graduates from other disciplines with equivalent studies may also be eligible for entry into this honours course.

Supervision of honours projects will be primarily provided by staff from the School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, although opportunity exists for students to identify a project and co-supervisor with Monash partner organisations such as the Burnet Institute, the Baker-IDI (Heart and Diabetes Institute), and others. In keeping with the degree's focus on health in a global context and the breadth of expertise in the School of Public Health and Preventative Medicine (SPHPM) and its partner organisations, it is expected that a range of local, national, and internationally-focussed honours projects will be available for students.

These course outcomes are aligned with the Australian Qualifications Framework level 8, the Bologna Cycle 1 and Monash Graduate AttributesAustralian Qualifications Framework level 8, the Bologna Cycle 1 and Monash Graduate Attributes (http://monash.edu/pubs/handbooks/alignmentofoutcomes.html).

Upon successful completion of this course it is expected that graduates will be able to:

• plan, develop and conduct original and ethical research
• critically review and analyse public health, health science and related literatures and research
• demonstrate effective communication skills
• perform scientifically relevant and appropriate procedures and techniques as required to satisfactorily complete and report on a research project
• demonstrate proficiency in the skills of computer-based data acquisition, cleansing, analytical and presentation
• demonstrate understanding of ethical, theoretical and methodological issues in scientific research
• present potentially publishable reports of research projects
• recognise the breadth and diversity of public health and health sciences within a global context
• demonstrate the capacity to critically examine public health and health science-related issues within a global context.

To be considered for entry to this course, students are required to have:

• satisfied the requirements for completion of the Bachelor of Health Science degree, or a three or four year Australian Bachelor degree in any discipline, or an overseas qualification assessed as equivalent to an Australian Bachelor degree
• undertaken and satisfactorily completed a minimum of six units at the highest level of the completed degree
• obtained an average of at least 70 per cent across all units at the highest level of the degree.

This course consists of supervised research and coursework components.

Semester one

• HSC4011 Advanced studies in contemporary and global health research
• HSC4001 Health science research project 1

Semester two

• HSC4002 Health science research project 2

Health science

This is a prestigious program in human, public health or biomedical science research for high achieving students who have completed relevant undergraduate medical studies. You will undertake research methodology training and carry out an independent research project on your selected topic, working closely with a supervisor who will provide you with individual guidance and academic counselling. The course offers a pathway to higher level research in medical science.

If you have successfully completed two or more years of the Monash MBBS course (or equivalent) and achieved at least a credit average, you may interrupt your studies for a year to undertake this course and pursue research in an area of medical science of particular interest to you.

Upon successful completion of this course it is expected that you will be able to:

1. identify, retrieve, interpret and critically review the clinical and scientific literature in their field
2. demonstrate advanced knowledge and technical skills in their chosen area of research
3. develop, apply, integrate and generate clinical and/or scientific knowledge to analyse challenges and to develop effective solutions
4. generate, organise, analyse and interpret clinical and/or scientific data using theoretical, experimental and computational approaches
5. communicate ideas and results effectively to diverse audiences and in a variety of written and oral formats
6. demonstrate the ability to work independently to undertake a scientific literature review and to prepare presentations
7. demonstrate the ability to work collaboratively to design, develop, implement and analyse a research project
8. exercise personal, professional, ethical and social responsibility as a global citizen.

This course consists of a combination of coursework and research. In the coursework component you will develop advanced research skills in your area of focus. In the research component you will plan and execute a research project under the individual guidance of an academic supervisor.

This course comprises 48 points including research (36 points) and coursework (12 points):

• MED4301 Medical Science honours research skills (12 points)
• MED4302 Medical Science honours research project (36 points)

Satisfactory completion of this course will provide the preparation necessary to undertake a master's by research degree or a doctorate (PhD) degree.

This is a prestigious program of coursework and research in either Nursing or Midwifery for high achieving students who have completed the Bachelor of Nursing and/or the Bachelor of Midwifery, or a comparable degree course.

You will undertake research methodology training and carry out an independent research project in your specialist field, working closely with a supervisor who will provide you with individual guidance and academic counselling. The course offers a pathway to higher-level research in nursing for graduates with a nursing degree, or in midwifery for graduates with a midwifery degree.

Specialisations

• Nursing
• Midwifery

Students who have both a degree in nursing and a degree in midwifery may, with agreement of their supervisor, undertake a combined honours over the one year of full-time study specialising in both fields.

These course outcomes are aligned with the Australian Qualifications Framework Level 8 and Monash Graduate AttributesAustralian Qualifications Framework Level 8 and Monash Graduate Attributes (http://monash.edu.au/pubs/handbooks/alignmentofoutcomes.html).

Upon successful completion of this course it is expected that you will be able to:

1. critically review scientific literature in nursing and health or midwifery and health
2. describe the processes involved in the design, development and implementation of a research project
3. develop a proposal for a research project
4. apply for ethical approval for projects, where necessary
5. execute and analyse a research project, or a set of studies
6. undertake computer-based data manipulation and analysis
7. present research findings, both written and orally, to a specialist audience
8. write up scientific work in a format suitable for publication
9. perform a range of technical skills appropriate to your research project
10. demonstrate understanding of the research process in an area relating to nursing and/or midwifery.

This course consists of a combination of coursework and research. You will develop advanced theoretical knowledge and research methodologies appropriate to your area of specialisation, Nursing or Midwifery, and plan and execute a research project under the individual guidance of an academic supervisor.

This course comprises 48 points including a blend of research and coursework. The focus of your study within each of these units will be either nursing or midwifery or a blend of the two.

• NUR4401 Clinical Honours Thesis I: Applied research methods and skills
• NUR4402 Clinical Honours Thesis II: Framing a research proposal
• NUR4403 Clinical Honours Thesis III: Conducting a research project
• NUR4404 Clinical Honours Thesis IV: Analysing and reporting research

Satisfactory completion of this course may provide credit toward a Monash master's by coursework degree and will provide the preparation necessary to undertake a master's by research degree or a doctorate (PhD) degree.

This is a prestigious program of coursework and research in human nutrition and health for high achieving students who have completed the Bachelor of Nutrition Science, Bachelor of Nutrition and Dietetics, or a comparable degree. You will undertake research methodology training and carry out an independent research project on your selected topic, working closely with a supervisor who will provide you with individual guidance and academic counselling. The course offers a pathway to higher level research in human nutrition and health.

These course outcomes are aligned with the Australian Qualifications Framework Level 8 and Monash Graduate AttributesAustralian Qualifications Framework Level 8 and Monash Graduate Attributes (http://monash.edu.au/pubs/handbooks/alignmentofoutcomes.html).

1. critically review the scientific literature in your discipline
2. understand the processes involved in the design, development and implementation of a research project
3. develop a proposal for a research project and apply for ethics committee approval
4. execute and analyse a research project, or a set of studies
5. be proficient in computer based data manipulation, analysis, presentation and word
6. write up scientific work in a report suitable to submit for publication
7. demonstrate communication skills in both oral and written presentation to a specialist scientific audience
8. refine or acquire a range of technical skills appropriate to your project
9. gain insight into the research process in an area relating to the health sciences.

This course consists of a combination of coursework and research. You will develop advanced theoretical knowledge and research methodologies appropriate to your area of focus and plan and execute a research project under the individual guidance of an academic supervisor.

This course comprises 48 points including a blend of research (42 points) and coursework (6 points):

• NUT4111 Research skills (6 points)
• NUT4121 Honours research project 1 (18 points)
• NUT4122 Honours research project 2 (24 points)

Satisfactory completion of this course may provide credit toward a Monash master's by coursework degree and will provide the preparation necessary to undertake a master's by research degree or a doctorate (PhD) degree.

This course provides research skill development for students who have completed a Bachelor of Physiotherapy. Students who successfully complete this honours degree can choose to either graduate with honours or continue as a higher degree by research candidate.

These course outcomes are aligned with the Australian Qualifications Framework level 8, the Bologna Cycle 1 and Monash Graduate AttributesAustralian Qualifications Framework level 8, the Bologna Cycle 1 and Monash Graduate Attributes (http://monash.edu/pubs/handbooks/alignmentofoutcomes.html).

On completion of the on-line modules and individualised supervision, graduates will be able to:

• access, critically appraise and apply best available evidence to practice
• be effective users of relevant technology
• sustain collaboration with an academic supervisor
• construct a systematic review using the principles argued by the Cochrane Collaboration
• apply knowledge of appropriate research design in the development of a high quality research proposal
• demonstrate an understanding of the principles of ethical research through the development and submission of an ethics application to conduct research
• design and conduct high quality research
• write a scholarly account of a research project in a 10,000-12,000 word thesis
• adhere to project timelines
• archive relevant documents arising from the conduct of research
• write a final report to the approving ethics committee describing project completion.

Applicants must:

• hold a Bachelor of Physiotherapy degree with distinction average grades (70 per cent or better) in non-clinical units
• have the support of a physiotherapy department academic willing to supervise the honours degree
• demonstrate evidence of ability to undertake research training
• provide evidence of the ability to commit the time required to complete honours.

Applicants who have completed a four year bachelor's degree at a higher education institution other than Monash University must:

• provide a certified copy of their academic transcript
• include supporting documentation regarding the content of their course
• have their course content approved by the proposed supervisor.

Minimum entrance requirements for admission to Monash University Australia apply. If the final year of studies upon which admission to this honours course is based was completed more than five years prior to commencement of the course, evidence of more recent academic engagement may be requested.

This course consists of three core units.

• PTY4010 Honours systematic review (12 points)
• PTY4020 Honours research proposal (12 points)
• PTY4030 Honours thesis (24 points)

• Physiotherapy

Students can (if a supervisor agrees) elect to convert to higher degree by research candidature to continue their honours research in a master's by research or PhD, on the condition that the research is not submitted for award of the Honours degree of Bachelor of Physiotherapy. Coursework undertaken as part of the Honours degree of Bachelor of Physiotherapy will be fully credited towards any coursework requirements of the Doctor of Philosophy or master's by research.

To be eligible to transfer to a higher degree by research (HDR) program (PhD or master's by research) a minimum honours grade of H2A must be obtained. On transfer, full time students will be eligible to apply for scholarships to support their higher degree by research studies. Coursework components of the honours/HDR degree can be tailored to suit skill development targets that are relevant to the candidate's field of research or practice.

This course aims to increase students' understanding of theoretical and methodological aspects of research, to develop their analytic, research and communication skills, and to provide them with advanced knowledge in specific areas of the science and practice of psychology. In this program students must complete coursework components designed to expand their knowledge of statistics and the ethics of psychological research and practice, and broaden their understanding of the discipline. Students also undertake a supervised research project which aims to provide training in both discipline-specific and generic research skills. The research project forms the basis of a literature review and research paper presented at the end of the course.

These course outcomes are aligned with the Australian Qualifications Framework level 8, the Bologna Cycle 1 and Monash Graduate AttributesAustralian Qualifications Framework level 8, the Bologna Cycle 1 and Monash Graduate Attributes (http://monash.edu/pubs/handbooks/alignmentofoutcomes.html).

On successful completion of the course the student will be expected to able to:

• describe and discuss theories and research, and investigate and critically evaluate issues in the core discipline areas of psychology
• contribute to discipline knowledge through research, including critical review of scientific literature, identification of research problems, design and conduct of research, application of statistical analyses to evaluate research outcomes, and clear communication of findings according to the professional requirements of the discipline
• describe and discuss the ethical standards and legislative frameworks governing research and practice in psychology, and demonstrate an appreciation of the role of ethics in maintaining the integrity of the profession
• recognise the importance of the relationship between knowledge of the scientific discipline of psychology and the application of this knowledge in the practice of psychology, and to demonstrate this understanding across a number of applications of the discipline
• demonstrate the skills required to maintain professional competence by keeping up with recent developments and contemporary issues in the field and appreciate the importance of ongoing professional development and training and demonstrate a foundation knowledge in a selected range of related discipline areas that complement the theoretical and practical application of psychology.

Applicants must possess a bachelor's degree and a major sequence in psychology accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC), or qualification assessed as equivalent by APAC. Ordinarily students would have completed the Monash course 3863 Bachelor of Psychological Science and Business or equivalent.

Admission to the honours year is determined solely by academic merit. The minimum requirement is a distinction average (70 per cent) in the four core third year psychology units however in practice the cut-off is generally in the 75-80 per cent range.

This course is accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council and meets the requirements of the Australian Psychological Society for Associate Membership.

This course consists of two assessed components - supervised research project, coursework seminars and lectures, and a series of skills workshops. The course builds on knowledge gained in the undergraduate psychology major.

Full-year unit

• PSY4100 Psychology honours research project*

Semester one

• PSY4210 Statistics and research design for professional psychology
• PSY4220 Ethical and professional issues in psychology

Semester two

• PSY4270 Psychological assessment and intervention

plus one elective unit from the following:

• PSY4110 Psychology in society
• PSY4120 Mental health and illness
• PSY4130 Developmental psychology and clinical neuroscience

* Part-time students must complete all units except PSY4100 in their first year, and undertake PSY4100 in their second year.

This course allows students who are enrolled in course 4502 Bachelor of Public Health to undertake a public and health science honours program as a fourth year of study. Graduates from other disciplines with equivalent studies may also be eligible for entry into this honours course.

Supervision of honours projects will be provided by staff from the School of Health Sciences at Monash South Africa (MSA). It is expected that a range of local, national, and internationally-focussed honours projects will be available to students.

These course outcomes are aligned with the Australian Qualifications Framework level 8, the Bologna Cycle 1 and Monash Graduate AttributesAustralian Qualifications Framework level 8, the Bologna Cycle 1 and Monash Graduate Attributes (http://monash.edu/pubs/handbooks/alignmentofoutcomes.html).

Upon successful completion of this course it is expected that graduates will be able to:

• critically examine contemporary public health issues within a global context
• critically review the scientific literature relevant to their discipline
• describe the processes involved in the design, development and implementation of a research project
• develop a proposal for a research project and apply for ethics committee approval
• execute and analyse a research project, or a set of studies
• be proficient in computer based data collection, manipulation and analysis
• write up scientific work in a report suitable for publication
• effectively communicate their research findings to a specialist scientific audience in oral and written format
• develop a range of technical skills appropriate to their project.

Students who have completed a bachelor degree or similar qualification, other than 4502 Bachelor of Public Health (BPH), may be granted admission into the course if the qualification is judged to be equivalent to the BPH by the MSA School of Health Sciences.

This course consists of three core units.

• PHH4101 Public health research proposal (12 points)
• PHH4102 Contemporary and global public health issues (12 points)
• PHH4201 Public health research report (24 points)

This course, offered by the Department of Epidemiology and Preventive Medicine, provides a broad understanding of the value and basic principles of biostatistical methods in health and medical research. The course assists in understanding the principles of epidemiology and its biostatistical underpinnings and practical application as well as improving computing and data management skills.

These course outcomes are aligned with the Australian Qualifications Framework level 8, the Bologna Cycle 1 and Monash Graduate AttributesAustralian Qualifications Framework level 8, the Bologna Cycle 1 and Monash Graduate Attributes (http://monash.edu/pubs/handbooks/alignmentofoutcomes.html).

On completion of the course graduates should be able to:

• demonstrate a broad understanding of the value and basic principles of biostatistical methods in health and medical research
• demonstrate an understanding of the principles of epidemiology and its biostatistical underpinnings
• have acquired skills in data management and statistical analyses to handle a variety of practical problems using modern statistical techniques and software
• have developed the practical and technical skills to progress to further postgraduate studies in biostatistics.

Assessment

Assessment includes written assignments, practical exercises and examinations.

This course consists of one core unit and three elective units.

Core unit

• MPH5040 Introductory epidemiology

Elective units

Three of:

• EPM5001 Health indicators and health surveys
• EPM5002 Mathematical background for biostatistics
• EPM5003 Principles of statistical inference
• EPM5004 Linear models
• EPM5005 Data management and statistical computing
• EPM5006 Clinical biostatistics
• EPM5007 Design of experiments and clinical trials
• EPM5008 Longitudinal and correlated data analysis
• EPM5009 Categorical data and generalised linear models
• EPM5010 Survival analysis
• EPM5012 Bioinformatics
• EPM5013 Bayesian statistical methods
• EPM5014 Probability and distribution theory

This course articulates with 3421 Graduate Diploma in Biostatistics and then 3422 Master of Biostatistics.

The graduate certificate provides basic knowledge in research methods and biostatistics. It is suitable for professionals who wish to expand their knowledge and skills in research methods. It provides a pathway for entry into 0702 Graduate Diploma in Clinical Research Methods.

These course outcomes are aligned with the Australian Qualifications Framework level 8, the Bologna Cycle 1 and Monash Graduate AttributesAustralian Qualifications Framework level 8, the Bologna Cycle 1 and Monash Graduate Attributes (http://monash.edu/pubs/handbooks/alignmentofoutcomes.html).

On completion of the course graduates should be able to:

• understand the concepts of clinical research, its ethical aspects and principles of good research practice
• select the appropriate study design for any given research question
• write a research proposal, ethics committee submission and grant application
• initiate a research study and appropriately collect the data
• appropriate manage and analyze the research data
• prepare a manuscript for publication.

Assessment

Assessment includes written assignments and examinations.

This course consists of four core units

Students must complete:

• MPH5040 Introductory epidemiology
• MPH5041 Introductory biostatistics
• MPH5213 Research methods
• MPH5283 Ethics, good research practice and practical research methods

This course articulates with 2309 Master of Clinical Research Methods or can lead to the 0046 Master of Public Health.

This course is designed to meet the unique requirements of teachers working in health professions education using simulation as an educational modality. The course enables participants to develop their teaching, curriculum design and program evaluation skills, drawing from theory, evidence and practice. It considers a range of simulation modalities and addresses elements of simulation-based education such as briefing and debriefing and scenario development.

These course outcomes are aligned with the Australian Qualifications Framework level 8, the Bologna Cycle 1 and Monash Graduate AttributesAustralian Qualifications Framework level 8, the Bologna Cycle 1 and Monash Graduate Attributes (http://monash.edu/pubs/handbooks/alignmentofoutcomes.html).

On completion of the course graduates should be able to:

• differentiate between simulation-based learning and more traditional educational approaches
• demonstrate an ability to develop effective teaching practices in relation to simulation-based activities
• apply their understanding of the learning theories that underpin simulation learning and teaching
• plan effective and ethical learning environments using a range of simulation resources and communication activities
• design, implement and evaluate effective simulation-based education
• source, critically appraise and disseminate the literature related to their simulation-based education.

12 credit points

Assessment

Assessment includes written assignments, teaching practicals/plans and preparation of a structured teaching portfolio.

This course consists of three core units.

Semester one

• HPE5001 Teaching and learning in health professional education
• HPE5014 Applied simulation

Semester two

• HPE5012 Simulation in health professional education

This course articulates with 3860 Master of Health Professional Education.

This course is available to emergency health professionals who are aiming to improve their clinical practice and knowledge in the delivery of aeromedical and retrieval emergency health services.

These course outcomes are aligned with the Australian Qualifications Framework level 8, the Bologna Cycle 1 and Monash Graduate AttributesAustralian Qualifications Framework level 8, the Bologna Cycle 1 and Monash Graduate Attributes (http://monash.edu/pubs/handbooks/alignmentofoutcomes.html).

Upon successful completion of this course it is expected that graduates will be able to:

• apply an appropriate ethical and professional construct as an emergency care provider to the field of community based emergency health
• demonstrate personal and professional development through critical review of their own clinical practice and identification of suitable learning experiences to meet their developmental needs
• identify local and global networks that support and enhance community based emergency health practice
• demonstrate clinical competence in the community based emergency health setting using a patient-centric, systematic clinical approach, that utilises effective communication techniques and advanced clinical problem solving
• identify, describe, design and evaluate enhancements to community based emergency health practice using the best available evidence and appropriate frameworks
• review, analyse, consolidate and synthesise a variety of resources in order to respond to community based emergency health issues.

Assessment

Assessment will be a mixture of written assignments and examinations. For clinical units, clinical simulation and professionalism assessment will form part of the assessment.

This course consists of core and elective units.

General stream

Students must complete:

• 24 credit points from relevant graduate programs within the Department of Community Emergency Health and Paramedic PracticeDepartment of Community Emergency Health and Paramedic Practice (http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/handbooks/units/index-byou-department-of-community-emergency-health-and-paramedics.html), the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health SciencesFaculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences (http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/handbooks/units/index-byfaculty-med.html) and/or the UniversityUniversity (http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/handbooks/units/) as approved by the course coordinator.

Suitable units can also be identified using the browse units toolbrowse units tool (http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/handbooks/units/search) in the current edition of the Handbook.

Aeromedicine and retrieval stream

Students must complete the following core units:

• PAR4200 Introduction to aeromedical and retrieval concepts
• PAR4210 Aeromedical and retrieval professional practice

plus two 6-point elective units from the following:

• PAR4220 Aeromedical and retrieval clinical 1 (advanced life support/critical care)
• PAR4230 Aeromedical and retrieval coordination
• PAR4240 Aeromedical retrieval rescue
• PAR4250 Aeromedical and retrieval clinical 2 (intensive care)

This highly practical applied course is designed to meet the unique requirements of teachers working in health professional contexts. It is aimed at a broad cross-section of the health professions including medicine, nursing, psychology, paramedic studies, pharmacy, dietetics, physiotherapy, radiography, occupational therapy and speech pathology. The course enables participants to develop their teaching and supervision skills in both clinical and non-clinical environments, their course development techniques and expand their working knowledge of educational theory to underpin future practice. Participants will be expected to explore and evaluate educational methods as well as teaching and assessment practices and principles. They will also be introduced to the principles of evidence-based educational practice.

These course outcomes are aligned with the Australian Qualifications Framework level 8, the Bologna Cycle 1 and Monash Graduate AttributesAustralian Qualifications Framework level 8, the Bologna Cycle 1 and Monash Graduate Attributes (http://monash.edu/pubs/handbooks/alignmentofoutcomes.html).

On completion of the course graduates should be able to:

• demonstrate effective and ethical teaching practices and the ability to reflect critically on the teaching performance of self and others
• apply their understanding of theoretical perspectives on learning, teaching, assessment and evaluation to educational programs
• design and apply quality assessments
• source the best evidence available appropriate to the design and delivery of educational interventions
• use a range of teaching resources and communication technologies.

12 credit points

Assessment

Assessment includes written assignments, teaching practicals/plans and preparation of a structured teaching portfolio.

This course consists of four core units.

Semester one

• HPE5001 Teaching and learning in health professional education
• HPE5002 Clinical teaching

Semester two

• HPE5003 Assessment in health professional education
• HPE5004 Course design and educational change management

This course articulates with 3860 Master of Health Professional Education.

This course, offered by the Department of Epidemiology and Preventive Medicine, targets professionals working within the health care sector who wish to expand their knowledge and skills in the management of health services. It provides core competencies in health services management, including leadership, human resource and financial management of health services.

These course outcomes are aligned with the Australian Qualifications Framework Level 8 and Monash Graduate AttributesAustralian Qualifications Framework Level 8 and Monash Graduate Attributes (http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/handbooks/alignmentofoutcomes.html).

Upon successful completion of this course it is expected that students will be able to:

1. apply a detailed understanding of the principles of financial and resource management to a health care context
2. understand the difference between leadership and management
3. critically appraise the interface between health care management theory and practice
4. develop skills in the analysis of management problems and problem solving techniques
5. demonstrate the interpersonal, communication and team leadership skills appropriate for senior health care managers
6. demonstrate skills in literature review, report writing, oral presentations, verbal and visual communications
7. demonstrate knowledge and develop skills in two areas of interest.

This course is accredited by The Australasian College of Health Service Management (ACHSM) for College entry and advancement purposes.

The course comprises 24 points structured into four units.

The course progression mapcourse progression map (http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/2016handbooks/maps/map-m4006.pdf) will assist you to plan to meet the course requirements, and guidance on unit enrolment for each semester of study.

Units are 6 credit points unless otherwise stated.

Students complete a. and b.

a. Two units:

• MPH5266 Clinical leadership and management
• MPH5268 Financial issues in health care management

b. Two units from:

• MPH5020 Introduction to epidemiology and biostatistics
• MPH5265 Law for health systems
• MPH5267 Principles of health care quality improvement

This course articulates with 2314 Graduate Diploma in Health Services Management and then 2872 Master of Health Services Management or can lead to 0046 Master of Public Health.

This course, offered by the Department of Epidemiology and Preventive Medicine, provides a program for professionals in the workplace who wish to expand their knowledge and skills in preventive occupational health practice. It provides the basic knowledge in legal occupational health and safety requirements and competence in assessing and controlling workplace hazards.

These course outcomes are aligned with the Australian Qualifications Framework level 8, the Bologna Cycle 1 and Monash Graduate AttributesAustralian Qualifications Framework level 8, the Bologna Cycle 1 and Monash Graduate Attributes (http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/handbooks/alignmentofoutcomes.html).

Upon successful completion of this course it is expected that graduates will be able to:

• identify the legal requirements of occupational health practice
• demonstrate an understanding of the principles of recognition, assessment and control of workplace hazards
• demonstrate use of monitoring equipment, and interpret results of such testing used to measure the level of hazards in the workplace
• assess the risks to health of common chemical, physical, biological and psychosocial hazards in the workplace
• advise on specific measures and management programs to control these hazards in the workplace.

Assessment

Assessment includes web-based tasks, written assignments and examinations.

This course consists of four core units.

Students must complete:

Semester one

• MPH5241 Introduction to occupational health and safety
• MPH5243 Chemical and biological hazards

Semester two

• MPH5222 Assessment and control of workplace hazards
• MPH5244 Ergonomic and physical hazards

This course articulates with 0160 Graduate Diploma in Occupational and Environmental Health and then 2312 Master of Occupational and Environmental Health or can lead to 0046 Master of Public Health provided that a suitable level of achievement has been obtained.

This course provides an understanding of the processes involved in developing a basic science finding through to clinical trials. The course modules offer the basic foundations of discipline-specific laboratory research questions and how these can be applied to broader clinical applications. 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.

These course outcomes are aligned with the Australian Qualifications Framework level 8, the Bologna Cycle 1 and Monash Graduate AttributesAustralian Qualifications Framework level 8, the Bologna Cycle 1 and Monash Graduate Attributes (http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/handbooks/alignmentofoutcomes.html).

On completion of the course graduates should be able to:

• define general ethical frameworks, along with specific ethical principles underpinned by those frameworks, in the context of current developments in biotechnology, clinical practice, and the ethical oversight of research on humans
• apply basic working principles of biostatistical methods in health and medical research
• outline the principles of good clinical practice (GCP), how to conduct a clinical trial, how drugs are developed and how to manage regulatory documents
• outline the processes involved in developing a basic science finding through to clinical studies.

Assessment

Assessment includes written assignments, practical exercises and examinations.

This course consists of four core units.

Students must complete:

• APG5210 Bioethics theory and practice
• MPH5041 Introductory biostatistics
• TRM4001 Introduction to clinical trials
• TRM4002 Translational research

This course articulates with 0122 Master of Bioethics.

This course, offered by Department Epidemiology and Preventative Medicine, provides a broad range of theory and techniques especially designed for health professionals. The course assists in understanding the mathematical background, theory and application of the principles of epidemiology and biostatistics in health and medical research. It also enables candidates to develop the analytical skills to become statistically self-sufficient.

These course outcomes are aligned with the Australian Qualifications Framework level 8, the Bologna Cycle 1 and Monash Graduate AttributesAustralian Qualifications Framework level 8, the Bologna Cycle 1 and Monash Graduate Attributes (http://monash.edu/pubs/handbooks/alignmentofoutcomes.html).

On completion of this course, students will be able to:

• demonstrate a broad understanding of the mathematical background, theory and application of the principles of epidemiology and biostatistical methods in health and medical research
• have acquired skills in data management and statistical analyses to handle a variety of practical problems using modern statistical techniques and software
• have developed skills to identify the relevant statistical issues in practical problems in medical/health settings and to propose and implement an appropriate statistical design and/or analysis methodology
• have developed skills and demonstrated ability to present statistical results in a format suitable for publication in health-related journals or professional reports
• have acquired the technical skills to be able to read the biostatistical literature and implement new methodology described therein
• have developed the practical and technical skills to progress to further postgraduate studies in biostatistics.

Assessment

Assessment includes written assignments, practical exercises and examinations.

This course consists of eight compulsory core units

Students must complete:

• EPM5002 Mathematical background for biostatistics
• EPM5003 Principles of statistical inference
• EPM5004 Linear models
• EPM5005 Data management and statistical computing
• EPM5007 Design of experiments and clinical trials
• EPM5009 Categorical data and generalised linear models
• EPM5014 Probability and distribution theory
• MPH5040 Introductory epidemiology

This course articulates with 3422 Master of Biostatistics.

Students may exit this course with 3420 Graduate Certificate in Biostatistics providing all requirements for that award have been met.

The Graduate Diploma in Clinical Research Methods at Monash University's School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine is a nationally recognised and respected postgraduate qualification.

This course aims to provide students with the knowledge and skills in research methods to a level that enables critical appraisal of scientific literature and the conduct of small projects requiring epidemiological and biostatistical competence.

This graduate diploma is applicable to medical practitioners, nurses and allied health professionals and is a pathway for entry to 2311 Master of Clinical Research Methods.

These course outcomes are aligned with the Australian Qualifications Framework level 8, the Bologna Cycle 1 and Monash Graduate AttributesAustralian Qualifications Framework level 8, the Bologna Cycle 1 and Monash Graduate Attributes (http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/handbooks/alignmentofoutcomes.html).

On completion of this course, students will be able to:

• have detailed understanding of epidemiology and biostatistics
• be familiar with clinical research methodology
• be able to demonstrate the ability to critically appraise medical literature
• be able to participate in projects requiring epidemiological and biostatistical expertise
• be able to demonstrate the ability to apply the principles of epidemiology and biostatistics to clinical practice.

Assessment

Assessment includes written assignments and examinations.

This course consists of seven core and one elective unit.

Core units

• MPH5040 Introductory epidemiology
• MPH5041 Introductory biostatistics
• MPH5213 Research methods
• MPH5236 Clinical trials
• MPH5237 Clinical measurement
• MPH5239 Systematic reviews and meta-analysis
• MPH5283 Ethics, good research practice and practical research skills

Elective units

• MPH5207 Chronic diseases: Epidemiology and prevention
• MPH5218 Infectious diseases: Epidemiology and prevention
• MPH5256 Injury epidemiology and prevention
• MPH5270 Advanced statistical methods for clinical research

This course articulates with 2311 Master of Clinical Research Methods or can lead to the 0046 Master of Public Health.

Students may exit this course with 3416 Graduate Certificate in Clinical Research Methods providing all requirements for that award have been met.

This course will support students in improving their clinical practice and knowledge related to the delivery of emergency health services and help prepare them for clinical leadership positions. The intensive care paramedicine stream is designed to provide the necessary education and training for the specialist intensive care qualification. The intensive care stream provides training in advanced clinical leadership and decision making as well as advanced techniques such as rapid sequence intubation, chest decompression and synchronised cardioversion. The intensive care stream enables graduates to provide the highest level of paramedic care for cardiac, respiratory, medical, trauma and environmental emergencies. The student will explore clinical practice within an integrated emergency medical system and consider the issues and trends that influence scope of practice and service delivery.

These course outcomes are aligned with the Australian Qualifications Framework level 8, the Bologna Cycle 1 and Monash Graduate AttributesAustralian Qualifications Framework level 8, the Bologna Cycle 1 and Monash Graduate Attributes (http://monash.edu/pubs/handbooks/alignmentofoutcomes.html).

• apply an appropriate ethical and professional construct as an emergency care provider to the field of community based emergency health
• demonstrate personal and professional development through critical review of their own clinical practice and identification of suitable learning experiences to meet their developmental needs
• identify local and global networks that support and enhance community based emergency health practice
• demonstrate clinical competence in the community based emergency health setting using a patient-centric, systematic clinical approach, that utilises effective communication techniques and advanced clinical problem solving
• identify, describe, design and evaluate enhancements to community based emergency health practice using the best available evidence and appropriate frameworks
• review, analyse, consolidate and synthesise a variety of resources in order to respond to community based emergency health issues.

Assessment

Assessment will be a mixture of written assignments and examinations. Clinical units, clinical simulation and professionalism assessment will form part of the assessment.

This course consists of foundation units, core clinical units and electives.

Paramedicine stream

Students must complete:

• 48 credit points of units from relevant graduate programs within the Department of Community Emergency Health and Paramedic PracticeDepartment of Community Emergency Health and Paramedic Practice (http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/handbooks/units/index-byou-department-of-community-emergency-health-and-paramedics.html), the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health SciencesFaculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences (http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/handbooks/units/index-byfaculty-med.html).

Suitable units can also be identified using the browse units toolbrowse units tool (http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/handbooks/units/search) in the current edition of the Handbook.

Intensive care paramedic stream

Students complete:

(a.) the following foundation units:

• PAR4400 Theoretical foundations of intensive care paramedic practice
• PAR4410 Foundations of pharmacotherapy and clinical toxicology in emergency health

(b.) the following core units:

• PAR4420 Intensive care management of cardiac conditions
• PAR4430 Intensive care management of respiratory conditions
• PAR4440 Intensive care management of trauma and environmental conditions
• PAR4480 Intensive care management of medical conditions

(c.) two of the following elective units:

• PAR4450 Intensive care management of paediatric and obstetric patients
• PAR4460 Transition to intensive care paramedicine
• PAR4470 Intensive care paramedicine clinical practicum
• PAR4490 Extended care paramedicine 1
• PAR4200 Introduction to aeromedical and retrieval concepts
• PAR4210 Aeromedical and retrieval professional practice
• PAR4230 Aeromedical and retrieval coordination
• PAR4240 Aeromedical retrieval rescue
• any unit from relevant graduate programs within the Department of Community Emergency Health and Paramedic PracticeDepartment of Community Emergency Health and Paramedic Practice (http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/handbooks/units/index-byou-department-of-community-emergency-health-and-paramedics.html), the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health SciencesFaculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences (http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/handbooks/units/index-byfaculty-med.html).

Suitable units can also be identified using the browse units toolbrowse units tool (http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/handbooks/units/search) in the current edition of the Handbook.

Students wishing to exit this course may apply to graduate with the following, provided they have satisfied the requirements for that award:

• 3876 Graduate Certificate in Emergency Health.

This course, offered by the Department of Epidemiology and Preventive Medicine, provides a broad framework from which to manage clinical health care systems by attention to human resource, financial, information, medico-legal, political, cultural, economic, ethical, industrial, technological and psychosocial issues.

These course outcomes are aligned with the Australian Qualifications Framework level 8 and Monash Graduate AttributesAustralian Qualifications Framework level 8 and Monash Graduate Attributes (http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/handbooks/alignmentofoutcomes.html).

Upon successful completion of this course it is expected that students will be able to:

1. demonstrate a detailed understanding of principles of financial, resource and information management in clinical health care systems
2. demonstrate a detailed understanding of medico-legal issues in clinical health services management
3. demonstrate a detailed understanding of basic elements of health care systems
4. demonstrate a detailed understanding of health care quality assurance and quality improvement
5. demonstrate a detailed understanding of factors which influence the design and implementation of health programs
6. demonstrate a detailed understanding of epidemiological and statistical skills necessary for the understanding of evidenced based medicine, quality improvement and health program evaluations
7. be familiar with research initiatives in clinical health policy and clinical health policy and clinical health services planning
8. demonstrate skills in working in a team and team leadership
9. demonstrate skills in literature review, report writing, oral presentations, verbal and visual communications and the basic use of computers
10. demonstrate skills in analysis of the economic, political, cultural, ethical, industrial, technological and psycho-social determinants of clinical health care systems and their relationship to health policy initiatives.

The Graduate Diploma in Health Services Management is accredited by the Australian College of Health Service Executives for entry and advancement purposes.

The course comprises 48 points structured into eight units.

Note that if you are eligible for credit for prior studies you may elect not to receive the credit.

The course comprises 48 points. All students complete seven core units and one elective unit.

The course progression mapcourse progression map (http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/2016handbooks/maps/map-m5007.pdf) will assist you to plan to meet the course requirements, and guidance on unit enrolment for each semester of study.

Units are 6 credit points unless otherwise stated.

Students complete a. and b. below.

a. Students complete:

• MPH5020 Introduction to epidemiology and biostatistics
• MPH5265 Law for health systems
• MPH5266 Clinical leadership and management
• MPH5267 Principles of health care quality improvement
• MPH5268 Financial issues in health care management
• MPH5269 Foundations of health policy
• MPH5272 Reform and development of health services

b. Students complete one of:

• ECC5970 Introduction to health economics
• MPH5042 Climate change and public health
• MPH5285 Human factors for patient safety
• MPH5286 Applying and practicing the principles of patient safety and quality improvement
• any 6 point postgraduate unit offered by the School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine. Suitable units can be identified using the browse units tool in the current edition of the Handbook; postgraduate units are those that commence with the numbers 4-5 and 9.

Students may exit this course early and apply to graduate with one of the following awards, provided they have satisfied the requirements for that award during their enrolment in the master's course:

• Graduate Certificate in Health Services Management after successful completion of 24 points of study with a minimum of 18 credit points at level 4 or above

The Department of Epidemiology and Preventive Medicine offers this course in collaboration with the Michael Kirby Centre for Public Health and Human Rights in the department and the Centre for International Health of the MacFarlane Burnet Institute for Medical Research and Public Health. Course content is in part based on actual field experiences gained by the MacFarlane Burnet Institute in their wide range of health development projects in more than 20 countries in Asia, the Pacific and Africa.

The course provides the skills necessary to design, implement, and evaluate the relevant 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, as well as the impact of armed conflict and population migration.

These course outcomes are aligned with the Australian Qualifications Framework level 8, the Bologna Cycle 1 and Monash Graduate AttributesAustralian Qualifications Framework level 8, the Bologna Cycle 1 and Monash Graduate Attributes (http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/handbooks/alignmentofoutcomes.html).

On completion of the course, students will be able to:

• demonstrate a detailed understanding of the principles of primary health care
• analyse the economic, political, cultural, social and gender determinants of public health in developing country communities
• demonstrate a familiarity with the basic elements of health program design, implementation and evaluation
• develop appropriate health program management tools, including situational analysis, population surveys, behavioural studies, health information systems, operations research and participatory evaluation
• understand the special factors associated with the health of women and the children and the dynamics of population growth
• investigate, manage, prevent, and control endemic and epidemic communicable diseases of public health importance in developing countries
• demonstrate a familiarity with the emerging health problems related to urbanisation, industrialisation, behavioural and environmental design
• develop community-based health promotion strategies to address health problems related to communicable, chronic and nutritional diseases and injuries
• demonstrate an adequate understanding of the special circumstances and actions required in an acute disaster setting, including a refugee emergency
• demonstrate an understanding of the interaction between human rights, ethics, medical practice, health services, the law and health outcomes
• be able to apply an economic analysis to public health problems, health services and prevention programs
• demonstrate an understanding of the ethical issues that arise in the context of international health research
• develop adequate skills in report writing, oral presentations, verbal and visual communications and the basic use of computers.

Assessment

Assessment includes written assignments, examinations, practical exercises, student presentations and class participation.

This course consists of five or six core and four or five elective units. The number of electives required will depend on which core units are completed.

Core units

• MPH5020 Introduction to epidemiology and biostatistics, or MPH5040 Introductory epidemiology and MPH5041 Introductory biostatistics
• MPH5248 Primary health care and global health
• MPH5249 Field methods for global health planning and evaluation
• EPM5023 Ethical issues in international health and research
• MPH5255 Health and human rights

Elective units

Students select four or five units from the lists below.

• ECC5975 Principles issues in health care management
• MPH5250 Women's and children's health: A global perspective
• MPH5251 Infectious diseases and global health
• MPH5253 Public health in refugee settings
• MPH5254 Nutrition in developing countries
• MPH5255 Health and human rights
• MPH5258 Effective responses to HIV in developing countries
• MPH5282 Health communications and training
• MPH5287 Alcohol and other drugs in society: A national and global perspective

This course articulates with 3874 Master of International Health or can lead to 0046 Master of Public Health.

This course, offered by the Department of Epidemiology and Preventive Medicine, gives health professionals the attitudes, skills and knowledge necessary to responsibly provide preventive health services to both reduce the health impacts of disease and injury, and assist to systematically address hazards arising from workplaces and within communities. The course caters for the special needs of medical practitioners, nurses, allied health personnel, scientists or OHS managers wishing to develop adaptable and responsible skills as OHS and environmental health practitioners. The course is offered by off-campus learning however compulsory block attendance is required each semester.

These course outcomes are aligned with the Australian Qualifications Framework level 8, the Bologna Cycle 1 and Monash Graduate AttributesAustralian Qualifications Framework level 8, the Bologna Cycle 1 and Monash Graduate Attributes (http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/handbooks/alignmentofoutcomes.html).

Upon successful completion of this course it is expected that graduates will be able to:

• demonstrate an understanding of the legal and ethical framework which governs occupational health and safety practice and the obligations of industry in regard to the environment
• access, critically appraise and integrate hazard information from published studies and other relevant sources in the occupational and environmental health literature
• recognise and evaluate the level of exposure and assess the degree of risk to health from workplace and environmental hazards and provide advice on appropriate control measures in the workplace and the community
• demonstrate an understanding of the factors underlying risk perception and be able to effectively and sensitively communicate - in both written reports and oral presentations - these risks to exposed people in the workplace and the community
• provide occupational health services, including preventative programs and environmental advice to industry.

Assessment

Assessment includes web-based tasks, written assignments, examinations, practical exercises and student presentations.

Australian Occupational Health and Safety Education Accreditation Board (AOHSEAB)

This course consists of eight core units

First year

Semester one

• MPH5241 Introduction to occupational health and safety
• MPH5243 Chemical and biological hazards

Semester two

• MPH5222 Assessment and control of workplace hazards
• MPH5244 Ergonomic and physical hazards

Second year

Semester one

• MPH5040 Introductory epidemiology
• MPH5242 Psychosocial work environment

Semester two

• MPH5203 Environmental influences on health
• MPH5276 Safety management systems

This course articulates with 2312 Master of Occupational and Environmental Health or can lead to 0046 Master of Public Health provided that a suitable level of achievement has been obtained.

Students may exit this course with 2868 Graduate Certificate in Occupational Health providing all requirements for that award have been met.

This course offers graduates a major in psychology conditionally accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC), permitting them to undertake the further training needed to obtain professional qualifications. Full accreditation is typically granted after the first cohort of graduates complete.

These course outcomes are aligned with the Australian Qualifications Framework level 8, the Bologna Cycle 1 and Monash Graduate AttributesAustralian Qualifications Framework level 8, the Bologna Cycle 1 and Monash Graduate Attributes (http://monash.edu/pubs/handbooks/alignmentofoutcomes.html).

Upon successful completion of this course it is expected that graduates will be able to:

• summarise and differentiate between core psychology topic areas in terms of their theoretical background, conceptualisation, and prediction of patterns in behaviour, psychological functioning and mental health. (Core topic areas include: sensation and perception; learning and memory; personality and intelligence; abnormal psychology; social psychology; developmental psychology; biological psychology; history and philosophy of psychology)
• outline and critique the theoretical background to, construction of, administration of, and interpretation of psychological tests and assessment procedures
• undertake scientific research, that includes critical analysis of current literature, along with evaluation and synthesis of complex research problems to advance our understanding of psychology
• take an independent role in the development and execution of rigorous new research utilising advanced statistical skills and methodology, providing solutions to complex problems
• demonstrate clear communication and IT skills in the articulation of knowledge and research outcomes
• disseminate new knowledge in a professional manner, to a variety of audiences
• critically apply legislation relating to research, and professional responsibilities in the practice of psychology and explain the role of ethics in maintaining the integrity, accountability and cohesiveness of the profession
• evaluate and synthesise psychological principles in their application to personal, social, organisational, technological and global issues
• critically reflect upon the practise of psychology and identify ongoing professional development needs especially in relation to new research.

Credit will be granted towards the following units upon completion of an APAC-accredited equivalent psychology unit:

• PSY4111 Psychology 1A
• PSY4122 Psychology 1B

To be eligible for credit, previous learning must have been completed within 10 years prior to the year of application for credit. Refer to the University's Credit policyCredit policy (http://policy.monash.edu.au/policy-bank/academic/education/admissions/credit-policy.html) for details.

12 points

Course progression requirements

Students are expected to pass the following introductory units before proceeding on to other units:

• PSY4111 Psychology 1A
• PSY4122 Psychology 1B

Certain intermediate, advanced, and elective units have additional prerequisite units which students should be aware of when choosing and enrolling in units. Refer to individual unit entries for details.

Students will normally complete one unit in each teaching period. The minimum time for completion in this manner is 20 months.

This course is conditionally accredited with the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC). Upon successful completion of this course, graduates can undertake the further training needed to obtain professional qualifications.

This course consists of nine core units and one elective unit.

The academic calendar for this course consists of six seven-week teaching periods per year. The expected workload for this course is a minimum of 20 hours per week per unit.

Core units

Foundation units

• PSY4111 Psychology 1A
• PSY4122 Psychology 1B

Intermediate units

• PSY4051 Research design and analysis
• PSY4131 Developmental and biological psychology
• PSY4151 Personality and social psychology

Advanced units

• PSY4032 Abnormal psychology
• PSY4041 Psychological testing, theories of ability and ethics
• PSY4062 Research methods and theory
• PSY4081 Perception and cognition

Elective units

At least one elective unit from the following:

• PSY4140 Introduction to counselling
• PSY4150 Contemporary social psychology
• PSY4160 Health psychology
• PSY4170 Neuroscience of cognition and behaviour
• PSY4180 Human neuropsychology: Developmental and neurodegenerative disorders
• PSY4190 Addiction studies
• PSY4340 Psychological foundations of the law
• PSY4350 Psychology of music
• PSY4360 Positive psychology
• PSY4370 Advances in psychology, mental health and neuroscience
• PSY4390 The neuronal basis of consciousness

Note: Not all electives will be available every year.

A Monash University psychology honours program is offered to students who have completed an APAC-accredited psychology major within an accredited course. Admission to the honours year is determined by academic merit. The minimum requirement is a distinction average (70 per cent) in the following advanced units:

• PSY4032 Abnormal psychology
• PSY4041 Psychological testing and ethics
• PSY4062 Research methods and theory
• PSY4081 Perception and cognition

The honours program has limited intake however, and in practice the cut-off is generally in the 75-80 per cent range.

Overview

This course will increase students' understanding of theoretical and methodological aspects of research, develop their analytic, research and communication skills, and provide them with advanced knowledge in specific areas of the science and practice of psychology. In this course students must complete learning activities designed to expand their knowledge of statistics and the ethics of psychological research and practice, and broaden their understanding of the discipline. Students also undertake a supervised research project, which provides training in both discipline-specific and generic research skills. The research project forms the basis of a literature review and research paper presented at the end of the course.

The course will be APAC accredited, equivalent to a fourth year of a psychology sequence, providing eligibility to register as a provisional psychologist. This course gives students the qualification necessary to undertake further specialised professional postgraduate training in psychology, such as a clinical doctorate. This course also offers students eligibility to enter a two year internship program via the Psychology Board of Australia, which culminates in eligibility for general registration as a psychologist.

These course outcomes are aligned with the Australian Qualifications Framework level 8 and Monash Graduate AttributesAustralian Qualifications Framework level 8 and Monash Graduate Attributes (http://monash.edu.au/pubs/handbooks/alignmentofoutcomes.html).

Upon successful completion of this course it is expected that graduates will be able to:

1. investigate and critically evaluate theories, research and current issues in the core discipline areas of psychology - perception, cognition, learning, motivation, emotion, language, social and biological bases of behaviour, abnormal psychology, lifespan development, individual differences, history and philosophy of psychology, testing, assessment, intercultural and indigenous psychology
2. contribute to discipline knowledge through research, including critical review of scientific literature, identification of research problems, design and conduct of research, application of statistical analyses to evaluate research outcomes, and clear communication of findings according to the professional requirements of the discipline
3. evaluate and discuss the ethical standards and legislative frameworks governing research and practice in psychology, and demonstrate an appreciation of the role of ethics in maintaining the integrity of the profession
4. recognise the importance of the relationship between knowledge of the scientific discipline of psychology and the application of this knowledge in the practice of psychology, and to demonstrate this understanding across a number of applications of the discipline
5. demonstrate the skills required to maintain professional competence by keeping up with recent developments and contemporary issues in the field and appreciate the importance of ongoing professional development and training and demonstrate a foundation knowledge in a selected range of related discipline areas that complement the theoretical and practical application of psychology
6. explain the transferable skills and knowledge specific to the discipline of psychology and demonstrate the application of these psychology-related attributes for professional or highly skilled workplace settings and/or further learning.

Refer to the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC)Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) (https://www.psychologycouncil.org.au/).

The course is structured in three parts: Part A. Core units, Part B. Research units and Part C. Elective units. All students complete all parts.

Part A. Core units

These units will address core issues in modern psychology, along with ethics and evidence-based approaches to psychological assessment and intervention. Building a strong foundation in your understanding of psychology and neuroscience will enable you to appreciate the major challenges in psychology today and in the future. These units will also provide you with the ability to identify and enhance specific employability skills acquired throughout the undergraduate study of psychology.

Part B. Research units

These units will develop your understanding of scientific methodology, statistics, and their application in psychology. You will learn to critically evaluate contemporary claims relating to human behaviour and mental processes and apply your understanding to a generation of new research questions. You will design, conduct, analyse and communicate your own novel and scientifically rigorous study, investigating a current research topic.

Part C. Elective units

These studies will enable you to further develop your knowledge of psychology through a choice of electives covering contemporary topics in the field - such as mental health and illness, or developmental clinical psychology.

The course comprises 48 points structured into 3 parts: Part A. Core units, Part B. Research units and Part C. Elective units

All units are 6 credit points unless otherwise stated.

The course progression mapcourse progression map (http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/2016handbooks/maps/map-m5003.pdf) will assist you to plan to meet the course requirements, and guidance on unit enrolment for each semester of study.

Part A. Core units (18 points)

Students complete:

• PSY4405 Ethical and professional issues in psychology
• PSY4406 Psychological assessment and intervention
• PSY4407 Psychology in industry - Pathways to employment

Part B. Research units (24 points)

Students complete:

• PSY4401 Psychology research project -Statistics and research design for professional psychology
• PSY4402 Psychology research project - Literature review
• PSY4403 Psychology research project - Methodology and data collection
• PSY4404 Psychology research project - Research report

Part C. Elective units (6 points)

Students complete one of the following:

• PSY4408 Mental health and illness
• PSY4409 Developmental psychology and clinical neuroscience

Students complete a research project (24 points that will provide a pathway to a higher degree by research).

A four year sequence is required for further postgraduate study (e.g., Ph.D., D.Psych) and to practice as a Clinical Psychologist. In order to practice as a psychologist, you must meet the requirements of the Psychology Board of AustraliaPsychology Board of Australia (http://www.psychologyboard.gov.au/). The academic requirement for registration is a university degree including four years progressive study in psychology. By satisfying Victorian registration, students will comply with the registration requirements of other states in Australia.

This course is offered by the Education Program in Reproduction and Development (EPRD), in the Monash Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology and is a joint venture with Prince Henry's Institute of Medical Research and Monash IVF. Other departments and institutions that participate in the course include Ritchie Centre for Baby Health Research, Monash Institute of Medical Research, Monash departments of Anatomy and Developmental Biology, Paediatrics, Physiology and Pharmacology. The program is also supported by Melbourne IVF, Family Planning Victoria, the Victorian Assisted Reproductive Treatment Authority, the University of Melbourne, Zoos Victoria, Genetics Australia, and Melbourne Aquarium. The primary aim of the EPRD is to foster education and research into reproductive biology and medicine.

The course provides a broad theoretical understanding of, and practical training in, the applications of reproductive biology to current clinical human and veterinary medicine, and consideration of the social and ethical issues raised by the use of these techniques. The course also provides the opportunity for those currently interested in reproductive sciences to update their knowledge and experience research by participating in a minor research project.

These course outcomes are aligned with the Australian Qualifications Framework level 8, the Bologna Cycle 1 and Monash Graduate AttributesAustralian Qualifications Framework level 8, the Bologna Cycle 1 and Monash Graduate Attributes (http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/handbooks/alignmentofoutcomes.html).

On completion of the course, students will be able to:

• display and communicate a detailed theoretical knowledge and understanding of human and animal reproductive science
• critically evaluate recent developments in clinical human and animal reproductive sciences
• conduct an appropriate statistical analysis of data from studies in reproductive sciences
• understand, intelligently consider and clearly communicate the ethical issues and implications raised by research in the reproductive sciences and in population control using both a local and an international perspective
• demonstrate various common practical techniques currently in use in reproductive sciences
• plan and conduct a research project, and prepare a standard scientific report of the research findings
• competently communicate in written and oral formats their findings from critical reviews, data analyses and a practical project.

Assessment

Assessment is by written examinations, a 3000-word literature review, the demonstration and understanding of selected practical skills and a practical report, poster and oral presentations and critical reviews, minor research project plan and report, application for a conference travel grant, biostatistics assignment.

This course consists of seven core units.

Students must complete:

Semester one

• GRS4101 Introduction to reproductive endocrinology
• GRS4102 Gonadal development and function
• GRS4103 Pregnancy and parturition

Semester two

• GRS4104 Reproductive health
• GRS4105 Fertility regulation
• GRS4201 Comparative reproduction and conservation
• GRS4202 Assisted reproductive and genetic technologies

Students who pass all units for this course and achieve a minimum of a distinction average (70 per cent) may qualify for admission into course 2309 Master of Clinical Embryology or higher degrees by research including course 3438 Master of Philosophy and 0047 Doctor of Philosophy, among others.

The Postgraduate Diploma in Biomedical Science is a qualifying degree. It is designed for students who do not hold an honours degree or equivalent, who wish to further undertake a higher degree by research. Students undertake approved research projects for a specified period under the supervision of a member of the academic or research staff. This course may be undertaken in any of the faculty's areas of researchareas of research (http://www.med.monash.edu.au/research).

These course outcomes are aligned with the Australian Qualifications Framework level 8 and Monash Graduate AttributesAustralian Qualifications Framework level 8 and Monash Graduate Attributes (http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/handbooks/alignmentofoutcomes.html).

Students who have completed the course will demonstrate an understanding of relevant research techniques in their field through a review of the relevant literature. They will demonstrate their ability, under supervision to apply relevant research techniques to their chosen field of study. Students will be able to present high-quality written work, and be able to critically evaluate both their own and others' written work in their chosen field.

Upon successful completion of this course it is expected that students will be able to:

1. identify and define research questions
2. apply appropriate research methods to address the research questions
3. demonstrate competence of their chosen research methodology/methodologies
4. demonstrate theoretical knowledge at honours level in their chosen field of research
5. demonstrate the ability to critically analyse data and results obtained
6. demonstrate the ability to solve research problems and to conduct statistical analysis
7. communicate their research findings in a format appropriate to their academic discipline
8. write up their research into a high quality thesis
9. contribute new information or new ways of understanding information in the field of research.

This course consists of a combination of coursework and research. In the coursework component you will develop advanced theoretical and/or technical knowledge of your area of focus within biomedical science. In the research component you will develop research methodologies appropriate to your focus and plan and execute a research project under the individual guidance of an academic supervisor.

The course comprises 48 points including research (36 points) and coursework (12 points).

• BMS4xxx Biomedical science research project (36 points)
• BMS4xxx Advanced studies in biomedical science (12 points)

The course progression mapcourse progression map (http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/2016handbooks/maps/map-m5004.pdf) will assist you to plan to meet the course requirements, and guidance on unit enrolment for each semester of study.

Satisfactory completion of this course may provide credit toward a Monash master's by coursework degree and will provide the preparation necessary to undertake a master's by research degree or a doctorate (PhD) degree.

The Master of Addictive Behaviours is offered through Turning Point, Eastern Health Clinical School.

This course provides students with a comprehensive overview of addiction science, policy and practice. It is a multi-disciplinary, modular post-graduate degree that is delivered online but which retains a strongly interactive and dynamic focus.

Covering key contemporary issues such as problem drinking and gambling, and misuse of prescribed and illicit drugs, the course is delivered by a team of national and international experts from Monash University, Turning Point and other leading universities. This master's program is built on a strong conceptual and theoretical foundation and covers key topics in epidemiology, public health and policy, prevention and treatment and research methods.

The course is suitable for graduates in psychology, criminology, nursing, medicine and social work, and for professionals engaged in criminal justice, mental health, community health and public policy. It enables students to enhance their career development, improve their academic skills and gain a rewarding and satisfying educational experience.

All units in this course are delivered online. Contact with teaching staff is available via forum discussions, announcements, email and telephone.

These course outcomes are aligned with the Australian Qualifications Framework level 9, the Bologna Cycle 2 and Monash Graduate AttributesAustralian Qualifications Framework level 9, the Bologna Cycle 2 and Monash Graduate Attributes (http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/handbooks/alignmentofoutcomes.html).

On completion of this course, graduates will be able to:

• critically analyse biopsychosocial models of addiction and current discourses around addictive behaviours
• identify and describe the historical, political, economic and social factors that influence addictive behaviours in Australia and Internationally
• evaluate the impact of addictive behaviours on individuals, families, communities and social systems
• examine addictive behaviours in relation to special population groups (dual diagnosis, indigenous, youth, older adult, GLBTI, transcultural)
• outline the process by which addiction health policies are formed and reformed
• recognise and compare the basic concepts and research methods used in the area of addiction studies
• evaluate evidence based models of interventions for various addictive behaviours.

In addition, students who complete the research stream will be able to:

• design, undertake and write up a research project (minor thesis) in the area of addiction studies.

Maximum credit available is 24 points.

Individuals who have relevant post-graduate experience (in alcohol and drug/addiction studies and in related fields) will be considered for credit for prior learning on a case by case basis.

This course consists of six 12 point units.

Students can complete either the coursework stream or the research stream. The streams develop specialist skills related to the student's field of interest/practice. Students who choose the research stream complete an agreed research project with appropriately qualified supervisors.

Students can complete either the coursework stream or the research stream.

Coursework stream

Students must complete:

(a.) four core units (48 points):

• ASC5001 Addiction science: A biopsychosocial overview
• ASC5002 Sociocultural perspectives of addiction
• ASC5003 Addiction policies, prevention and public health
• ASC5004 Addiction assessment and treatment: Practice and innovation

(b.) two electives (24 points) from the following units:

• ASC5007 Recovery principles
• ASC5008 Co-occuring disorders in mental health and addiction
• ASC5009 Developmental factors - children and families, youth and early interventions
• ASC5010 Gambling and other process addictions

Research stream

Students must complete:

(a.) three core units (36 points):

• ASC5001 Addiction science: a biopsychosocial overview
• ASC5002 Socialcultural perspectives of addiction
• ASC5003 Addiction policies, prevention and public health

(b.) three research units (36 points):

• MAP5001 Preparatory minor thesis
• MAP5002 Minor thesis
• SRH5003 Designing and conducting health research

The proposed research project will need to be discussed with and approved by a supervisor from within Turning Point, Eastern Health Clinical School before students can enrol in the units MAP5001 or MAP5002.

The course will equip experienced health care practitioners with the knowledge and skills to meet the challenges that beset the modern health care system. It will provide them with an academic framework within which to develop a range of advanced problem-solving and decision making skills to achieve best practice health outcomes for patients and clients.

Specialisations

Clinical midwifery

This specialisation is designed to prepare experienced registered (in their country of origin) midwives for senior management, education and professional and specialist leadership roles in a range of midwifery settings. (NOTE: This is the only specialisation currently offered to International Student Visa Holders to study on campus in Australia.)

Critical care

This specialisation is designed for consultants or registrars to develop knowledge across key areas of critical care practice. Core modules will cover essentials of communication, conflict management and leadership, ethics, medico-legal principles, evidence-based medicine, clinical and practice guidelines, systematic reviews, quality improvement, benchmarking, patient safety and risk management. Electives will include clinical research methods, health systems management and leadership and quality improvement. Critical Care skill sets will be offered in extracorporeal support, including ECMO, echocardiography and ultrasound and airway and ventilator management including bronchoscopy.

Primary health care

This specialisation is designed to those working within inter-professional primary health care teams. The specialisation will enable medical practitioners, nurses, allied health professionals and primary health care administrators and managers to gain an understanding of, and skills in, the delivery of contemporary, sophisticated primary health care. Units will provide an understanding the principles of general practice and primary health care, chronic disease management, evidence based prevention and health promotion , education in health care practice and a range of special interest units addressing diagnostics, therapeutics and interprofessional health practice. A research project in an area of interest can also be undertaken.

Occupational therapy

This specialisation is designed for occupational therapists to deepen their knowledge and practice in advancing human occupation, health and wellbeing; to develop knowledge and skills for leading the management, design and delivery of health and community programs; and to undertake a program of study designed to develop advanced occupational therapy practice roles, such as in hand therapy, using adaptive and assistive technology, or addressing the needs of children with disabilities and their families.

Paediatric physiotherapy

This specialisation is designed for physiotherapists with an interest in developing advanced practice roles within the sub-speciality of paediatrics including neonates, infants and those with particular needs.

Radiography/CT radiography

This specialisation is designed for radiographers keen to deepen their knowledge and skills in advanced elements of patient care, evidence based radiography practice, clinical leadership and modality based practice. There will be an emphasis upon image interpretation and patient assessment with two streams available, one in general radiography and the other in CT radiography.

Radiation therapy

This specialisation is designed for radiation therapists keen to deepen their knowledge and skills in preparation to assume advanced practice roles in radiation therapy planning and treatment. Key topic areas include: international and local perspectives on radiation therapy service provision, patient care and the management of radiation induced side effects, radiation therapy imaging and advances in radiation therapy for breast cancer.

These course outcomes are aligned with the Australian Qualifications Framework level 9, the Bologna Cycle 2 and Monash Graduate AttributesAustralian Qualifications Framework level 9, the Bologna Cycle 2 and Monash Graduate Attributes (http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/handbooks/alignmentofoutcomes.html).

Upon successful completion of this course it is expected that you will be able to:

1. practice ethically, respectfully and collaboratively within legislative and professional boundaries at advanced levels of practice
2. demonstrate mastery of a discipline specific body of knowledge and a range of research informed skills which supports advanced practice
3. design and justify advanced research informed health care interventions for a range of patients and clients including primary, community and rural health care settings.
4. evaluate the effectiveness of complex health care interventions using quantitative and qualitative research tools
5. apply critical thinking skills to the implementation of appropriate communication strategies both within the workplace and beyond that will influence and support advanced practice
6. demonstrate effective and strategic research, problem-solving, organisational and teamwork skills that reflect advanced practice
7. empower patients, clients and carers to become knowing and willing partners in the health care intervention
8. implement culturally competent clinical practice, leadership, supervision and or management roles with the relevant health care setting
9. initiate new or innovative approaches to the delivery of health care that are research informed
10. effectively implement and critically evaluate technological advancements in health care to improve clinical practice and patient outcomes.

Students who have studied before but have not been granted block credit may be eligible for credit for prior studies.

Special requirements

Students must refer to the information available on the special requirements outlined below. It is the responsibility of the student to ensure they have the correct documentation.

Police checks

Students must have a current police check regarding their suitability to undertake placements. Refer to the faculty's police checkspolice checks (http://www.med.monash.edu.au/current/police-checks.html) webpage.

Working with Children checks

Students must have a current Working with Children check regarding their suitability to undertake placements. Refer to the faculty's Working with Children checksWorking with Children checks (http://www.med.monash.edu.au/current/wwc-check.html) webpage.

The course is structured in three parts, Part A. Expanding core discipline skills, Part B. Foundations for advanced health care practice, Part C. Advanced specialist study. All students complete Part B and Part C. Depending upon prior qualifications, you may receive credit for Part A.

Note: If you are eligible for credit for prior studies, but prefer to do the longer form of the course (Parts A-C), you may elect not to receive the credit.

The specialisation in critical care is only available to students admitted at Entry level 2 and requires the completion of Part B and C.

Part A. Expanding core discipline skills

In this part you will have the opportunity to complete scholarly practical studies that develop and expand your expertise within your area of specialist practice. Students admitted to the course, who have a recognised degree in a cognate discipline of four years duration, two years relevant professional experience and registered to practice in the specialisation are eligible to receive credit for this Part.

Part B. Foundations for advanced health care practice

This study will provide you with the foundations to lead the management, design and delivery of high quality evidence based patient/consumer centred care and/or develop health care programs in a clinical context that impact on patient outcomes. It is inter-professional, reflecting and modelling the collaboration required in practice to deliver health care of the highest quality and ensures a heightened awareness of legal, ethical, inter-professional, cultural, managerial and safety issues in health care practice.

Part C. Advanced specialist study

These units will provide you with specialist professional knowledge and advanced skills in research or advanced professional practice in your chosen specialisation. All specialisations offer the choice of either a research focus or a coursework focus within Part C. The research focus provides a pathway to a higher degree by research.

The course comprises 72 points structured into three parts: Part A. Expanding core discipline skills (24 points), Part B. Foundations for advanced health care practice (12 points) and Part C Advanced specialist study (36 points).

• Students admitted at Entry level 1 complete 72 points, comprising Part A, Part B and Part C.
• Students admitted at Entry level 2 complete 48 points, comprising Part B and Part C.

Note: The specialisation in critical care is only available to students admitted at Entry level 2.

Students eligible for credit for prior studies may elect not to receive the credit and complete one of the higher credit-point options.

The course progression mapcourse progression map (http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/2016handbooks/maps/map-m6001.pdf) will assist you to plan to meet the course requirements, and guidance on unit enrolment for each semester of study.

Units are 12 credit points unless otherwise stated.

Part A. Expanding core discipline skills (24 points)

Clinical midwifery

Students complete 24 points from:

• MPH5268 Financial issues in health care management (6 points)
• MPH6004 Health leadership and management (6 points)
• NUR5112 Nursing practice in the Australian healthcare context (AusAid International students)
• NUR5209 Education program development
• NUR5214 Advanced therapeutic interaction in nursing

Occupational therapy/Paediatric physiotherapy

Students complete 24 points from:

• NUR5204 Education in health care practice
• NUR5209 Education program development
• NUR5844 Health promotion and education
• PTY5103 Principles of paediatric physiotherapy* (6 points)
• SRH5000 Health and health care practices for communities (6 points)
• SRH5001 Research methods in health (6 points)
• SRH5003 Designing and conducting health research
• SRH5016 Interprofessional practice in communities (6 points)
• SRH5032 Applied research for health practitioners (6 points)

*Only available to specialists in paediatric physiotherapy.

Primary health care

Students complete:

• MFM5000 Principles of general practice and primary care
• SRH5003 Designing and conducting health research

Radiation therapy

Students complete:

• RTP4101 Professional issues in radiation therapy 1 (6 points)
• RTP4102 Professional issues in radiation therapy 2 (6 points)
• RTP4103 Specialised techniques in radiation therapy (6 points)

and one of:

• SRH5000 Health and health care practices for communities (6 points)
• SRH5001 Research methods in health (6 points)
• SRH5016 Interprofessional practice in communities (6 points)
• SRH5032 Applied research for health practitioners (6 points)

Radiography/CT Radiography

Students complete:

• RAD4500 Multislice CT and evidence based practice (6 points)
• RAD4501 MRI Imaging and evidence based practice (6 points)
• RAD4502 Principles of general radiography image interpretation (6 points)

and one of:

• SRH5000 Health and health care practices for communities (6 points)
• SRH5001 Research methods in health (6 points)
• SRH5016 Interprofessional practice in communities (6 points)
• SRH5032 Applied research for health practitioners (6 points)

Part B. Foundations for advanced health care practice (12 points)

All students complete:

• MAP5003 Essentials of advanced health care practice and research

Part C. Advanced specialist study (36 points)

You may elect to join a. the research stream or b. the coursework stream.

a. Research stream students enrol in the following units but the focus of their work will be on research topics relevant to their specialisation. Students complete either a minor thesis or a research project.

Minor thesis students complete:

• MAP5000 Research in advanced health professional practice
• MAP5001 Preparatory minor thesis
• MAP5002 Minor thesis

Research project students complete:

• MAP5000 Research in advanced health professional practice
• MAP5010 Advanced health practice research project
• SRH5003 Designing and conducting health research or 12 points of electives specific to their specialisation

b. Coursework stream students complete units specific to their specialisation.

Clinical midwifery

Students complete:

• GHS5850 Nursing leadership and management
• MID5005 Advanced midwifery practice
• NUR5204 Education for health care practice

Critical care

Students complete:

• MAP5101 Advanced critical care skills
• one of the following sets of four units:

Clinical research methods

• MPH5040 Introductory epidemiology (6 points)
• MPH5041 Introductory biostatistics (6 points)
• MPH5213 Research methods (6 points)
• MPH5239 Systematic reviews and meta-analysis (6 points) or MPH5236 Clinical trials (6 points)

Health systems management

• ECC5970 Introduction to health economics (6 points)
• MPH5020 Introduction to epidemiology and biostatistics (6 points)
• MPH5265 Law for health systems (6 points)
• MPH5268 Financial issues in healthcare management (6 points)

Leadership and quality improvement

• ECC5970 Introduction to health economics (6 points)
• MPH5266 Clinical leadership and management (6 points)
• MPH5267 Principles of healthcare quality improvement (6 points)
• MPH5286 Applying and practicing the principles of patient safety and quality improvement (6 points)

Occupational therapy

Students complete:

• OCC5161 Human occupation and health (6 points)

and 30 points from the following:

• OCC5111 Advanced hand therapy theory, principles, and practice (6 points)
• OCC5121 Advanced adaptive and assistive technology (6 points)
• OCC5131 Advanced assessment of children: Methods, policy, ethics and issues (6 points)
• OCC5141 Occupational therapy for children with a disability and their families (6 points)
• SRH5000 Health and health care practice for communities (6 points)
• SRH5001 Research methods in health (6 points)
• SRH5016 Interprofessional health practice (6 points)
• SRH5032 Applied research for health practitioners (6 points)
• up to 12 points of other relevant health related postgraduate units as approved by the course coordinator

Paediatric physiotherapy

Students complete:

• PTY5105 Advanced paediatric clinical skills and project

and four of the following (24 points):

• OCC5131 Advanced assessment of children: methods, policy, ethics and issues (6 points), or OCC5141 Occupational therapy for young children with a disability and their families (6 points)
• PTY5100 Enhancing skills in paediatric physiotherapy (6 points)
• PTY5101 Advancing skills in paediatric physiotherapy: cerebral palsy (6 points)
• PTY5102 Advancing skills in paediatric physiotherapy: neonates and infants (6 points)
• PTY5104 Advancing skills in paediatric physiotherapy: complex and chronic conditions (6 points)

Primary health care

Students admitted at entry level 1 complete:

• PHC5301 Preventative health and management of chronic disease (6 points)
• PHC5302 Common problems in primary care (6 points)
• PHC5303 Challenging issues in primary care (6 points)
• PHC5304 Primary care across the lifespan (6 points
• elective studies (12 points) from the elective list below

Students admitted at entry level 2 complete a) or b) below:

a) the following units

• MFM5000 Principles of general practice and primary care
• PHC5301 Preventative health and management of chronic disease (6 points)
• PHC5302 Common problems in primary care (6 points)
• PHC5303 Challenging issues in primary care (6 points)
• PHC5304 Primary care across the lifespan (6 points)

b) the following unit:

• MFM5000 Principles of general practice and primary care

plus two units (12 points) from:

• PHC5301 Preventative health and management of chronic disease (6 points)
• PHC5302 Common problems in primary care (6 points)
• PHC5303 Challenging issues in primary care (6 points)
• PHC5304 Primary care across the lifespan (6 points)

plus:

• elective units (12 points) from the list below

Electives

• MPH5020 Introduction to epidemiology and biostatistics (6 points)
• NUR5204 Education in health care practice
• NUR5209 Education program development
• NUR5844 Health promotion and education
• SRH5000 Health and health care practices for communities (6 points)
• SRH5003 Designing and conducting health research
• SRH5016 Interprofessional rural health practice (6 points)
• SRH5032 Applied research for health practitioners
• units from Part C for any specialisation for which you have the prerequisites

Radiation therapy

Students complete:

• RTP5101Patient care, assessment and evidence based practice in radiation therapy
• RTP5102 Current issues in radiation therapy service delivery
• RTP5103 Contemporary approaches to radiation therapy of the breast, or RTP5104 Advanced imaging for radiation therapy

Radiography/CT Radiography

Students complete:

• RAD5105 Pathology for advanced radiography and CT practice (6 points)
• RAD5106 Medical imaging data management and health informatics (6 points)
• RAD5107 Hybrid and molecular imaging (6 points)

and one of the following pairs

• RAD5108 Advanced general radiography and clinical decision making 1 (12 points) and RAD5109 Advanced general radiography and clinical decision making 2 (6 points)
• RAD5110 Advanced CT radiography and clinical decision-making 1 (12 points) and RAD5111 Advanced CT radiography and clinical decision-making 2 (6 points)

Students can choose to complete a research stream that will provide a pathway to a higher degree by research.

Students may exit this course early and apply to graduate with one of the following awards, provided they have satisfied the requirements indicated for that award during their enrolment in this Masters course:

• Graduate Certificate in Advanced Health Care Practice after successful completion of 24 points of study at Monash with a minimum of 18 credit points at level 4 or above.

This course, offered by the School of Nursing and Midwifery, prepares nurses for leadership roles in clinical nursing, management and education. Clinical specialisations include emergency nursing, intensive care nursing, mental health nursing and nurse practitioner. Clinical specialisations require concurrent employment as a registered nurse in the area. The course enables development of advanced practice knowledge and leadership in specialist practice including skills to plan, implement, coordinate and evaluate health care, as well as the ability to formulate policy for a diverse and multicultural society. Graduates are employed in a wide range of general and specialist clinical, educational and health care environments in senior positions and contribute to the health of individuals, families and communities, in addition to the development of the profession.

Specialisations

Emergency nursing

Available: Peninsula

This specialisation will provide you with leadership skills in emergency nursing management to plan, implement and coordinate and evaluate health care, as well as formulate policy for a diverse and multicultural society. It is designed using flexible teaching delivery options and provides for a range of individual career pathways, including nursing, education or management positions within industry, government or independent professional practice. The specialisation can be taken by coursework, or a combination of coursework and research.

General studies in advanced nursing

Available: Clayton and Peninsula

This specialisation enables you to tailor your unit choices to suit your own interests or needs while maintaining a strong focus on leadership. You select specialist units from across the other specialisations. You may for example, choose a blend of education and leadership and management.

Intensive care nursing

Available: Clayton

This specialisation will provide you with leadership skills in intensive care nursing management to plan, implement and coordinate and evaluate health care, as well as formulate policy for a diverse and multicultural society. It is designed using flexible teaching delivery options and provides for a range of individual career pathways, including nursing, education or management positions within industry, government or independent professional practice. The specialisation can be taken by coursework, or a combination of coursework and research.

Mental health nursing

Available: Peninsula

This specialisation will provide you with leadership skills in mental health nursing to plan, implement and coordinate and evaluate health care, as well as formulate policy for a diverse and multicultural society. It is designed using flexible teaching delivery options and provides for a range of individual career pathways, including nursing, education or management positions within industry, government or independent professional practice. The specialisation can be taken by coursework, or a combination of coursework and research.

Nursing education

Available: Peninsula

This specialisation will provide you with leadership skills in a variety of nursing education contexts including curriculum development. It is designed using flexible teaching delivery options and provides for a range of individual career pathways, including nursing or management positions within industry, government or independent professional practice. The specialisation can be taken by coursework, or a combination of coursework and research.

Nursing leadership and management

Available: Clayton

This specialisation will provide you with leadership and management skills in a variety of nursing service contexts. It is designed using flexible teaching delivery options and provides for a range of individual career pathways, including nursing, education or management positions within industry, government or independent professional practice. The specialisation can be taken by coursework, or a combination of coursework and research.

Nurse practitioner

Available: Clayton

This specialisation will provide you with an advanced understanding of health assessment, diagnostics, pharmacology and clinical decision making in order to provide holistic care to patients within your particular scope of practice. Nurse Practitioners may be involved in, among many other things, making direct referrals of patients to other health care professionals, prescribing medication, and ordering diagnostic investigations. This specialisation is accredited by ANMAC for Nurse Practitioner endorsement.

These course outcomes are aligned with the Australian Qualifications Framework level 9 and Monash Graduate AttributesAustralian Qualifications Framework level 9 and Monash Graduate Attributes (http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/handbooks/alignmentofoutcomes.html).

Upon successful completion of this course it is expected that students will be able to:

1. employ creative approaches and skills to address complex nursing and health-related issues
2. support the development of evidence-based nursing interventions
3. initiate, manage and sustain changes which positively affect health outcomes
4. evaluate the impact of care delivery on health outcomes
5. provide professional leadership
6. contribute to the development of nursing knowledge and practice through education, research, scholarly debate, presentation and publication
7. generate and apply advanced knowledge and skills in a selected area of nursing practice.

Professional accreditation is applicable only for those students completing the nurse practitioner specialisation. The nurse practitioner specialisation is accredited by Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC).

The course is structured in two parts. Part A. Specialist nursing practice studies, Part B. Research and advanced scholarly practice. All students complete Part A. Depending upon prior qualifications, you may receive credit for Part A or Part B or a combination of the two.

Note that if you are eligible for credit for prior studies you may elect not to receive the credit.

Part A. Specialist nursing practice studies

These studies provide options for registered nurses seeking leadership roles to take a clinical or non-clinical specialisation appropriate for individual career aspirations. The studies draw on best practices within the nursing specialisations for the development of advanced knowledge and skills.

Part B. Research and advanced scholarly practice

The focus of these studies is professional or scholarly work that can contribute to a portfolio of professional development. You have two options.

The first option is a program of coursework study where you select the units to suit your own interests.

The second option is a 24 or 36 point research program. Students wishing to use this master's course as a pathway to a higher degree by research should take this second option.

The course comprises 72 points structured into two parts: Part A. Specialist nursing practice studies, and Part B. Research and advanced scholarly practice.

• Students admitted at Entry level 1 complete 72 points, comprising Part A and B
• Students admitted at Entry level 2 complete 48 points and receive credit for a combination of units across Part A and B.

Note: Students eligible for credit for prior studies may elect not to receive the credit and complete the higher credit-point option.

Units are 12 credit points unless otherwise stated.

Part A. Specialist nursing practice studies (24, 36 or 48 points)

Students complete the following units for their specialisation.

Emergency nursing (24 points)

• NUR5925 Emergency nursing 1 (12 points)
• NUR5926 Emergency nursing 2 (12 points)

General studies in advanced nursing (24 points)

• 24 points of units available under Part A from the nursing education or nursing leadership and management specialisation, or any units from the list of electives

Intensive care nursing (24 points)

• NUR5923 Critical care nursing 1 (6 points)
• NUR5924 Critical care nursing 2 (6 points)
• NUR5703 Advanced pathophysiology and health assessment 1 (6 points)
• NUR5704 Advanced pathophysiology and health assessment 2 (6 points)

Mental health nursing (36 points)

• NUR5008 Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT)
• NUR5215 Mental health nursing concepts and practice
• NUR5227 Integrated mental health care

Nursing education (24 points)

• NUR5204 Education in health care practice
• NUR5209 Education program development

Nursing leadership and management (24 points)

• NUR5327 Management and leadership of professional nursing practice
• NUR5325 Clinical leadership in nursing (6 points)
• NUR5326 Quality, safety and clinical governance in nursing and health care (6 points) or MPH5268 Financial issues in health care management (6 points)

Nurse practitioner (48 points)

• NUR5411 Advanced clinical assessment and diagnostic reasoning
• NUR5208 Therapeutic medication management
• NUR5218 Advanced clinical decision making
• NUR5219 Advanced clinical practice for nurse practitioner

Part B. Research and advanced scholarly practice

Students complete (12 points):

• GHS5841 research and evidence for practice

Students complete either a research pathway or a coursework pathway.

Note: Students completing the nurse practitioner specialisation or the general studies option complete the coursework pathway.

Research pathway (24 or 36 points)

Minor thesis - 36 point option (not available to mental health specialisation) (36 points)

• MAP5000 Research in advanced health professional practice
• MAP5001 Preparatory minor thesis
• MAP5002 Minor thesis

Research project - 24 point research and elective where required

• MAP5000 Research in advanced health professional practice
• MAP5010 Advanced health practice research project
• one 12-point elective unit (except for students completing the mental health specialisation)

Coursework pathway

a. Students complete (normally during the final semester of study):

• NUR5315 Advanced nursing and midwifery practice in context (12 points)

b. Students in the following specialisations take additional elective units to take the total to 72 points:

• Emergency nursing - 24 points of electives
• General studies in advanced nursing - 12 points of electives
• Intensive care nursing - 24 points of electives
• Mental health nursing - 12 points of electives
• Nursing education - 24 points of electives
• Nursing leadership and management - 24 points of electives

Elective list

• MCM5507 Child health
• MFM5004 Chronic disease management (6 points)
• MPH5268 Financial issues in health care management (6 points)
• NUR5008 Cognitive behavioural therapy for mental health professionals
• NUR5202 Nursing informatics
• NUR5203 Palliative care practice
• NUR5204 Education in health care practice
• NUR5208 Therapeutic medication management
• NUR5209 Education program development
• NUR5210 Disaster and emergency nursing management
• NUR5214 Advanced therapeutic interaction in nursing
• NUR5325 Clinical Leadership in nursing (6 points)
• NUR5326 Quality, safety and clinical governance in nursing and health care (6 points)
• NUR5326 Quality, safety and clinical governance in nursing and health care (6 points)
• NUR5327 Management and Leadership of professional nursing practice
• NUR5833 Refugee health and wellbeing
• NUR5844 Health promotion and education
• SRH5016 Interprofessional rural health practice (6 points)
• any units from Part A for any of the specialisations

Students entering at entry levels 1 and 2 can complete a research thesis (24 points) that will provide a pathway to a higher degree by research.

Students may exit this course early and apply to graduate with one of the following awards, provided they have satisfied the requirements for that award during their enrolment in the master's course:

• Graduate Certificate of Advanced Nursing after successful completion of 24 points with a minimum of 18 credit points at level 4 or above. Students who complete 24 points from a particular specialisation in Part A will have the name of the specialisation on their transcript.
• Graduate Diploma of Advanced Nursing after successful completion of 48 points, with a minimum of 36 credit points at level 4 or above. Students who complete 24 points from a particular specialisation in Part A will have the name of the specialisation on their transcript.

The Master of Biomedical and Health Science is a coursework degree to be undertaken in key research areas in the sub-Faculty of Biomedical and Psychological Sciences in the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences.

Candidates undertake an initial year of intensive training in how to conduct research, by studying coursework units in pedagogical and research skills training and engaging in specialist research in theory units, followed by a second year of a fulltime research project under the direct supervision of a member of the academic staff of Monash University.

Specialisations

Infectious diseases and population health

This specialisation provides you with the skills to formulate a research question on the most important, prevalent, emerging or neglected diseases affecting humans and conduct research to address that question in the second year of study, by generalising and integrating discipline knowledge gained in the first year of study. The emphasis is on those diseases affecting resource-poor or low and middle income countries and you will use a variety of research techniques and methodologies to address this question.

Neuroscience

This specialisation provides you with the skills to formulate a research question on the relationships between brain processes and behaviour and conduct research to address that question in the second year of study, by generalising and integrating discipline knowledge gained in the first year of study. The emphasis is on the relationship between brain and behaviour, in health and/or disease, and you will use a variety of research techniques and methodologies to address this question.

Regenerative medicine and stems cells

This specialisation provides you with the skills to formulate a research question on the repair or replacement of damaged human tissues and organs in health and disease and conduct research to address that question in the second year of study, by generalising and integrating discipline knowledge gained in the first year of study. The emphasis is on the cells, factors, other biological building blocks, and bioengineered materials and technologies that assist the body's regenerative capacity, and you will use a variety of research techniques and methodologies to address this question.

Cardiovascular diseases

This specialisation provides you with the skills to formulate a research question on the role of the cardiovascular system in health and disease and conduct research to address that question in the second year of study, by generalising and integrating discipline knowledge gained in the first year of study. The emphasis is on dysfunctions of the cardiovascular system in disease or how disease impacts on the cardiovascular system, and you will have the opportunity to use a variety of research techniques and methodologies, from the cellular level though to integrative physiology and pharmacology, including the whole animal, to address this question.

These course outcomes are aligned with the Australian Qualifications Framework level 9 and Monash Graduate AttributesAustralian Qualifications Framework level 9 and Monash Graduate Attributes (http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/handbooks/alignmentofoutcomes.html).

Upon successful completion of this course it is expected that students will be able to:

1. identify the ethical issues relating to research and the research question and practice with ethical integrity in their own research
2. develop proficiency in technical skills in both routine and advanced laboratory methods and the use of equipment, which are fundamental to biomedical and health science research
3. generalize learning to apply advanced principles, appropriate research methods and statistical methodology in study design and data analysis
4. design, plan and execute a research project that addresses a specific research question related to the field of Biomedical and Health Science
5. demonstrate mastery of theoretical knowledge in a chosen field of biomedical or health science, to construct new information or new ways of understanding information in that chosen field
6. identify and differentiate the organizational, entrepreneurial and management skills needed to translate biomedical research from the laboratory to the market
7. assemble and develop the knowledge and skills in commercialization and IP strategies and models to translate biomedical research from the laboratory to the market
8. formulate constructs and plans to evaluate and implement effective scientific and commercial strategies well-grounded in research, commercial realities, and state and system policy framework
9. through an internship, develop awareness, understanding and capacity in the specific roles and responsibilities of a biomedical scientist and practitioner in their discipline specialisations
10. formulate through an intensive internship experience an understanding of the nature of workplaces and their associated values, routines and cultures and develop and refine skills and professional capacity for working as trained biomedical scientists in a discipline specialisation
11. articulate professional and ethical practice in the scientific and/or commercial workplace.

The course is structured in three parts. Part A. Intensive research preparedness training, Part B. Biomedical theory, and Part C. Specialist biomedical research and application. All students complete Part C Specialist biomedical research and application. Depending upon prior qualifications, you may receive credit for Part A or Part B or a combination of the two.

Note that if you are eligible for credit for prior studies you may elect not to receive the credit.

Part A. Intensive research preparedness training

These studies will provide you with intensive training to develop your skills and knowledge in how to locate, critically evaluate and conduct research, and then communicate the findings in verbal, written and combination formats. You will gain theoretical knowledge of research design and methods used in undertaking research with the practicals skills to conduct your own research.

Part B. Biomedical theory

These studies enable you to develop and expand your specialist discipline knowledge in key areas of Biomedical and Health sciences. It is intended for students whose previous qualification is not in a cognate field, for those who wish to explore the potential for cross-disciplinary research or for those who have not yet committed to a specific discipline area for their research project.

Part C. Specialist biomedical research and application

These studies comprise your major research project and the learning about application of biomedical sciences in research and industry. It will be taught in three modules: Module 1: Industry awareness theory; Module 2: Research project and thesis; and Module 3: Internship application. In Module 1, you will attend lectures and collaborate in tutorials and workshops to develop an awareness of commercialisation practises and processes for biomedical and biotech industries. In Module 2 you will complete a literature review, assist in the planning of a research project, conduct the research project and write a thesis under the direct supervision of a member of the academic staff. In Module 3 you will undertake an internship in a research or commercial setting to develop and refine your workplace skills.

The course comprises 96 points structured into 3 parts: Part A. Intensive research preparedness training (24 points), Part A. Biomedical theory (24 points), and Part C. Specialist biomedical research and application (48 points).

• Students admitted at Entry level 1 complete 96 points, comprising Parts A, B and C
• Students admitted at Entry level 2 complete 72 points, comprising Parts A and C
• Students admitted at Entry level 3 complete 72 points, comprising Parts B and C
• Students admitted at Entry level 4 complete 48 points, comprising Part C

Note: Students eligible for credit for prior studies may elect not to receive the credit and complete one of the higher credit-point options.

The course progression mapcourse progression map (http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/2016handbooks/maps/map-m6003.pdf) will assist you to plan to meet the course requirements, and guidance on unit enrolment for each semester of study.

Units are 12 credit points unless otherwise stated.

Part A. Intensive research preparedness training (24 points)

Students complete:

• BMS5001 Introduction to Research and Research Methodology (12 points)
• BMS5002 Research Skills and Techniques (12 points)

Part B. Biomedical theory (24 points)

Students complete:

• BMS5003 Infectious diseases and population health (6 points)
• BMS5004 Advanced Neuroscience (6 points)
• BMS5005 Regenerative medicine and stem cells (6 points)
• BMS5006 Advanced cardiovascular diseases (6 points)

Part C. Specialist biomedical research and application (48 points)

Students complete:

• BMS5007 Research project and thesis, industry training and internship

This degree may serve as a pathway to a higher degree by research.

Students may exit this course early and apply to graduate with one of the following awards, provided they have satisfied the requirements for that award during their enrolment in the master's course:

• Graduate Diploma in Biomedical and Health Science after successful completion of Part A and Part B, which represents 48 points of study with a minimum of 36 credit points at level 4 or above.

This course, offered by Department Epidemiology and Preventative Medicine, provides a sound understanding of the theory and application of biostatistics relevant to professional practice. The degree will assist the acquisition of skills and experience in complex statistical analyses, identifying and implementing appropriate statistical methodology, communicating biostatistical results and understanding biostatistical literature. The course develops the technical skills for commencement in a professional career as a biostatistician.

These course outcomes are aligned with the Australian Qualifications Framework level 9, the Bologna Cycle 2 and Monash Graduate AttributesAustralian Qualifications Framework level 9, the Bologna Cycle 2 and Monash Graduate Attributes (http://monash.edu/pubs/handbooks/alignmentofoutcomes.html).

On completion of this course, students will have:

• developed a sound understanding of the theory and application of the major areas of biostatistics relevant to professional practice
• acquired skills in complex statistical analyses using modern statistical techniques and software
• developed skills to identify the relevant statistical issues in practical problems in medical/health settings and to propose and implement an appropriate statistical design and/or analysis methodology
• developed skills and had experience in communication of biostatistical issues with clinical/health personnel and the presentation of statistical results in a format suitable for publication in health-related journals or professional reports
• acquired the technical skills to be able to read the biostatistical literature and implement new methodology described therein
• developed the technical skills to commence professional careers as biostatisticians and/or to progress to further postgraduate research studies.

Assessment

Assessment includes written assignments, practical exercises, examinations, portfolio and final report.

This course consists of 10 core units and two electives.

Core units

• EPM5002 Mathematical background for biostatistics
• EPM5003 Principles of statistical inference
• EPM5004 Linear models
• EPM5005 Data management and statistical computing
• EPM5007 Design of experiments and clinical trials
• EPM5009 Categorical data and generalised linear models
• EPM5010 Survival analysis
• EPM5014 Probability and distribution theory
• MPH5040 Introductory epidemiology
• EPM5015 Biostatistics practical project - single unit, or EPM5011 Biostatistics practical project (12 points)

* If EPM5011 is completed, no elective unit is required.

Elective units

Two of:

• EPM5001 Health indicators and health surveys
• EPM5006 Clinical biostatistics
• EPM5008 Longitudinal and correlated data analysis
• EPM5012 Bioinformatics
• EPM5013 Bayesian statistical methods

Students who complete this course and achieve a minimum of a distinction (70 per cent) average may qualify for admission into higher degrees by research including course 3438 Master of Philosophy and 0047 Doctor of Philosophy, among others.

Students wishing to exit this course may apply to graduate with one of the following, provided they have satisfied the requirements for that award:

• 3420 Graduate Certificate in Biostatistics
• 3421 Graduate Diploma in Biostatistics.