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This program provides health professionals with a knowledge base relevant to the provision of mental health services in their practice environments. Learning activities consist of a systematic reading program, weekly tutorials and intensive workshops. Students may participate in tutorials via telephone or video conference, but must attend 2 blocks (5 days and 3 days) of workshops on campus each semester. As this program does not satisfy student visa requirements, prospective international students should consider the Master of Mental Health.

This program is designed to equip the student with a good understanding of the fundamentals of magnetic resonance technology. The four core courses cover the physics of magnetic resonance and image formation, the components of modern day magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scanners and safety considerations within this specialized field. This program is useful for those wanting formal qualifications in this rapidly expanding field. Access to a MRI scanner is NOT required for this award.

The Graduate Certificate in Information Technology has a strong focus on information systems and database technology. These systems are used and help run organisations of all kinds. About half of the information technology industry in Australia is in this area, and those people who intend to use the Graduate Certificate in Information Technology to leverage their previous skills will use information systems and database technology within their own industries. The Graduate Certificate in Information Technology is an ideal choice for a student who does not have a previous IT degree and wishes to enhance their current discipline areas through specialist IT knowledge.

The postgraduate programs in Geographic Information Science produce high-quality graduates with both technical and research skills in advanced areas of geographic information science. Graduates are competent in basic and advanced computing skills especially in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) software; various GIS and remote sensing operations; and implementation and management of GIS projects. The program also covers applications of GIS and remote sensing technologies to various areas; resource analysis through remote sensing and airphoto interpretation; expert systems and decision support systems; and research, both applied and theoretical, in the field of spatial information systems. This program is available to be taken externally, on a part time basis.

Environmental Management is the planning and implementation of actions geared to improve the quality of the human environment. The postgraduate programs in environmental management at the University of Queensland are multidisciplinary programs designed to enhance the skills and technical expertise of graduates working in all facets of the environmental arena. The programs aim to produce managers able to address the many issues in the highly complex and changing area of environmental management.

This program provides students with knowledge, skills and resources to practise effectively as a clinical pharmacy practitioner involved in the quality use of medicines and pharmaceutical care. These skills include the capacity to individualise, review and monitor a patient's medication regimen; demonstrate effective communication skills in clinical and non-clinical scenarios; critically appraise medical and pharmaceutical literature, recognise and describe social issues relating to medicine use. Regular updates of course content integrate emerging clinical evidence and current controversies. A major strength of the program is the emphasis on developing clinical practice and the integration of evidence based medicine.

There is currently a tremendous growth in the international biotechnology industry and allied service sector. Research and development managers require scientists with core technical skills, knowledge of commercial imperatives and current regulatory environments. This program is designed for scientists who want to update their technical skills in core areas such as molecular biology, protein technology or bioinformatics, or who wish to acquire research laboratory experience. The programs also suit legal or business professionals with some scientific background who want to learn about the latest technological developments. Graduates possess an understanding of a broad range of modern biotechnologies; the commercialisation of products and marketing; the business environment, including business planning and project management; and how research and development are undertaken in industry settings.

This qualification provides economics training and allows students to build on the knowledge of economic concepts gained in their undergraduate degree, opening the way for graduates to undertake further study in our #24 Masters programs if they desire. Core courses develop knowledge in consumer and firm behaviour, the macroeconomy and econometrics, while electives focus on a number of specific areas. In obvious and subtle ways, economics permeates our daily lives and has far reaching impacts. Graduates equipped with an advanced understanding of these forces and issues are an asset to any organisation.

Agribusiness is the study of consumers, retailers, marketers, and primary producers - and the business of keeping the chain working profitably. This program meets the needs of three groups of professionals: those working in agribusiness who wish to upgrade their management skills; those wishing to redirect their careers into agribusiness; and new graduates in either business or agricultural/rural science wishing to add to their employment prospects. Students have opportunities to enhance their knowledge, skills and practice; to develop their careers; and to deliver better and more profitable outcomes for Australian agribusiness. Students learn to locate, interpret, synthesise and apply information from a variety of sources. Graduates demonstrate a high level of specialised knowledge of agribusiness management, and business and communication skills associated with selected areas of study.

The Master of Autism is specifically designed to enable professionals and parents to take a leadership role in multidisciplinary areas to create and implement programs and strategies that support individuals on the autism spectrum to realise their goals and achieve in school, employment, home and community settings. Students in this program will develop the knowledge and expertise necessary to analyse and translate current autism research in order to lead others to establish socially inclusive policies and structures and implement evidence-based learning and employment programs that enable and support and empower individuals on the autism spectrum in a range of sectors and environments. Students will also have an opportunity to critically examine latest research and knowledge in relevant areas such as the use of technology, collaborative communities of practice, leadership, transitions, and aetiology and biology of autism spectrum disorder, and will develop the skills necessary to utilise research to evaluate and examine the effectiveness of current practices.