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Learn to view economic questions in their social and political context, and from different perspectives through the Graduate Diploma in Political Economy. You will gain a deep understanding of issues such as power and inequality, globalisation and its impact on national economic policy settings, and the trade-offs between the free market and broader social concerns.The Graduate Diploma in Political Economy provides extensive knowledge of key trends underlying the global economy and its transformation. The Department of Political Economy is a leading centre for economic analysis and research, and this program attracts a diverse cohort of social scientists seeking a deeper knowledge of economic issues and perspectives from this multifaceted program.You can undertake elective units from other departments, combining political economy with economics, public policy or international relations. Enhance your existing qualifications in political economy, economics, business, finance or other social sciences.

One of only a handful of programs of its kind in the world, the Graduate Diploma in Peace and Conflict Studies provides a distinctive qualification in a growing field and can be tailored to your interests.In addition to a core program of peace and conflict studies units, you can pursue electives from a range of disciplines, including development studies, human rights, political economy, international relations and security studies. From justice and reconciliation after mass violence to the role of religion in war and peace, a broad range of subjects is on offer in this course. Taught by experts in the field, this course will prepare you for both the intellectual and practical challenges of a career in peace building or related fields.Study with leading scholars and expert commentators and practitioners in peace journalism, transitional justice, conflict resolution, nonviolence, community mediation, human rights, the United Nations, faith- based peacebuilding and the psychology of peace.

The Graduate Diploma in Pain Management provides advanced education in pain management for graduates in medicine, dentistry, nursing, physiotherapy, psychology and other disciplines involved in pain management. This course is offered through our interactive online learning environment, giving you the flexibility to tailor your study schedule around your lifestyle.All stream specific units are online. You may find however; a couple of electives do have a face-to-face component. These can be avoided depending on your individual preferences. The diploma is recognised for Continuing Medical Education/Maintenance of Professional Standards Program points by the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners, the Royal Australasian College of Physicians and the Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists.The Graduate Diploma in Pain Management is embedded within the Master of Medicine (Pain Management) and Master of Science in Medicine (Pain Management).You may choose to complete the graduate diploma or use it as a pathway into a master's degree in this discipline, subject to meeting admission requirements.For further information please contact us at paineducation.admin@sydney.edu.au or call +61 2 9463 1516.

The Graduate Diploma in Ophthalmic Science develops core knowledge and understanding of basic ophthalmic science, which focuses on preventing blindness, promoting eye health, and rehabilitating those with a visual disability. You will develop knowledge of ophthalmic science alongside practical diagnostic and prognostic, management and surgical skills.Why study with us?How will you learn?Who should study this course?

The Sydney Conservatorium of Music has a long tradition of producing singers of exceptional quality for concert and opera stages in Australia and worldwide. Your development as a singer and performer will be mentored and supported to reach your potential by teaching staff who are internationally experienced active performers, teachers and researchers. At both an undergraduate and graduate level your focus will be on thorough technical and stylistic preparation for imaginative and engaged performance. Interpretative skills are supported by expert tuition in lyric diction as well as separate language classes.

The Graduate Diploma in Music (Performance) at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music is designed to extend your technical mastery of your instrument or voice while deepening your knowledge of repertoire and performance practice.The course may be taken in any of the Conservatorium's instrumental areas, including orchestral and solo instruments, early music and jazz.

This course will equip you with a contextual understanding of core historical and theoretical developments in museum and heritage studies. You will learn the frameworks for managing collections and sites and develop a practical understanding of the modes of interpretation used in the museum and heritage sector.Undertake object and site research, significance assessment, archival research and exhibition development and contribute to heritage studies and conservation management plans. Discover how meaning is constructed in museums and at heritage sites through material objects, cultural practices, events and performances. Understand how the public engages with museums and heritage, including sites of trauma, commemoration and memorialisation.Why study with us?Access the wealth of resources offered by the University museum collections and their curatorial staff. Sydney has strong academic and professional ties with major institutions in Australia, including the Art Gallery of New South Wales, the Australian Museum, the Australian National Maritime Museum, the National Gallery of Australia, the National Museum of Australia, the NSW Office of Environment and Heritage, the Powerhouse Museum and Sydney Living Museums.

Please note: there will not be an intake for this degree from Semester 1 2021.The Graduate Diploma in Mental Health Nursing is designed for registered nurses working in mental health settings. This course focuses on current clinical issues in mental health, as well as therapeutic skills and role development.Our postgraduate nursing degrees are designed for registered nurses who are looking to build their professional practice capabilities and advance to a leadership role in nursing.

The Graduate Diploma in Media Practice focuses on media content production in a global context. You will learn how to enhance and strengthen your written and verbal communication skills, and develop production skills in print, broadcast and online media.The course will provide you with a sophisticated understanding of the media, audiences and global media environments to keep you relevant in an ever-changing and dynamic industry.You will gain critical knowledge and skills in writing for media, media liaison, broadcast and online journalism, ethical and legal issues in the media, and international media practice. The Graduate Diploma and Graduate Certificate in Media Practice provide shorter avenues for you to update and extend your professional skills, or to explore new career directions.

Sharpen your skills and be part of the highly scientific and technical field of medical physics. The Graduate Diploma in Medical Physics provides specialist postgraduate training in the application of radiation physics, dosimetry, imaging and radiobiology to cancer diagnosis and treatment, and to radiation detection and protection.The one-year Graduate Diploma course is designed to meet the growing global demand for graduate physical scientists with the specialised knowledge, skills and expertise to work within a clinical setting in the highly scientific and technical environment of medical physics. It offers you a wide variety of subjects in radiation physics, nuclear physics, radiation dosimetry, anatomy and biology, nuclear medicine, radiotherapy physics, medical imaging physics, image processing, radiation biology, health physics and research methodology. This program is offered through the School of Physics, which will give you access to world-class teaching and research facilities. As a student of this program you will benefit from highly experienced teaching and research staff in this discipline area through the Institute of Medical Physics and affiliated teaching hospitals and research institutes. After completing the Graduate Diploma, you may choose to transfer to the Master of Medical Physics, which is the entry level qualification that medical physicists have as clinical physical scientists.