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The Master of Medicine (Trauma-Informed Psychotherapy) teaches an approach that helps people with personality or anxiety disorders, dysthymia, chronic depression, somatisation and other conditions in which trauma is a contributing factor.The program is designed to train clinicians to treat people for whom chronic, complex trauma has played a contributing role in the development of psychological disorders or stress, or where conventional psychotherapies have failed. It uses an evidence-based approach to psychodynamic psychotherapy and offers supervised training across the different lengths of treatment, from acute to brief and longer term, suitable for public and private settings.This course is suitable for psychiatry registrars, CMOs and psychiatrists, general practitioners or other medical practitioners who wish to develop a career in psychotherapy or as psychotherapists. It has been designed to meet the needs of clinicians for training in both shorter and longer forms of psychotherapy and for trauma-informed care in relation to all mental health services.The program is delivered in close liaison with the Western Sydney Local Health District and practising clinicians to ensure that the skills taught are practical and relevant to real-world psychotherapy practice settings. Clinical content includes short and longer-term interventions and the integration of psychotherapy with other treatment modalities.Designed for busy working doctors, the structure of this degree is flexible and allows you to pace your study and tailor your learning to your needs and interests.Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP) are available for this course for eligible domestic students. This means that your course fees are subsidised by the Australian Government and you pay a student contribution amount (SCA). CSP places are limited in number and are allocated based on academic merit.

Study sexual and reproductive health at Sydney and develop a nuanced understanding of the challenges of sexual and reproductive health in Australia and internationally.In this course there are four specialisations on offer. If you choose a public health or a generalist 'no speciality' pathway all units of study will be completely online. If you choose HIV and STIs or Pyschosexual therapy and reproductive health and fertility, these specialisations are also mostly online, however they do require a 2 week intensive face-to-face session on campus. Both options are extremely flexible and will allow you to tailor your study schedule around your lifestyle. Globally, the challenges of sexual and reproductive health including HIV/STIs, infertility, and unintended pregnancy continue to be a significant public health issue. Challenges to sexual function and wellbeing also impact on the health of individuals. Comprehensive prevention and treatment of sexual and reproductive health issues requires a thorough understanding of the psychosocial contexts in which they occur as well as the biological and diagnostic aspects of sexual and reproductive health and wellbeing. Designed by clinical and academic experts, the program enables students to address these challenges head-on through flexible units that deliver maximum professional relevance and choice. Students will have opportunities to:This course is for medical graduates who are interested in working in the field of HIV and STIs, psychosexual therapy/sexology, sexual and reproductive health.

The Master of Medicine (Sleep Medicine) is designed for medical professionals already working in the area of sleep medicine, or for graduates wishing to develop expertise in the field. The course provides up-to-date knowledge of sleep theory and practice and provides training in clinical, theoretical and research techniques.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 importance of sleep in maintaining good health and longevity has become well recognised and the discipline of sleep medicine is rapidly growing as a result. Today, sleep medicine is a subspecialty that impacts a number of medical fields, including respiratory medicine, cardiology, neurology, paediatrics, dentistry and psychology.The master's program is delivered online by internationally recognised clinicians, academics and researchers and is suitable for training domestic and international clinicians with a degree in medicine.This course is for graduates with a medical degree who are pursuing a career in sleep medicine.Please note: applications for semester two entry are not open in 2020. Applications will re-open for student to apply for Semester 1, 2021. Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP) are available for this course for eligible domestic students. This means that your course fees are subsidised by the Australian Government and you pay a student contribution amount (SCA). CSP places are limited in number and are allocated based on academic merit.

The Master of Medicine (Psychiatry) will help you to develop a sophisticated understanding of the neuroscientific basis of psychiatry, gain expertise in critical appraisal and research design, strengthen your clinical capability, develop interdisciplinary clinical and research networks, and pursue research.Psychiatrists provide a wide range of evidence-based and effective treatments, and work in multidisciplinary teams. There are many opportunities throughout this field for innovation, research, advocacy and leadership.As a psychiatry student, you will learn from leading experts how to translate research into clinical practice and develop interdisciplinary clinical and research networks. We promote engaged enquiry and active problem solving, helping you to gain expertise in critical appraisal and research design.Run by the University of Sydney's Brain and Mind Centre, an industry leader in the investigation and treatment of diseases of the brain and mind, this degree is taught part-time over three years. Facilitated by experienced clinicians and academics, classes are presented weekly, with face-to-face teaching supported by online learning. If you are not based in Sydney or if you are working evening or night shifts, you can join the class online or view class recordings later.The Master of Medicine (Psychiatry) is accredited by the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (RANZCP) as a formal education course mandated for the first three years of the five-year RANZCP training program.This master's degree is ideal for trainees in psychiatry who are looking for an accredited formal education course, or current psychiatrists who wish to upgrade their knowledge and skills.This course also suits overseas-trained psychiatrists and CMOs in psychiatry who would have a broader range of subjects available to them as they would not need to adhere to the formal education course requirements.Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP) are available for this course for eligible domestic students. This means that your course fees are subsidised by the Australian Government and you pay a student contribution amount (SCA). CSP places are limited in number and are allocated based on academic merit.

There is a growing need for expertise in modern drug development practices, and the Master of Medicine (Pharmaceutical and Medical Device Development) program provides training in state-of-the-art techniques, approaches, and requirements for the registration of medical products. This course is designed to introduce students to modern approaches to drug and device design and development, providing an up-to-date set of skills essential for the current industry environment.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. An industry-focused program, the Master of Medicine (Pharmaceutical and Medical Device Development) has been developed in partnership and is taught by leading minds in the field – in academia, regulatory affairs, intellectual property, regulator and industry bodies and a wide array of reputable industry corporates.The program is tailored to professionals working in the pharmaceutical and bio-pharmaceutical industry, regulatory affairs, drug product evaluation, registration, and therapeutic marketing sectors.It is designed to meet the requirements of those who work or plan to work in different pharmaceutical and medical device development areas. This course would suit graduates of health, pharmacy, medicine, science, engineering, law, business or related disciplines. Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP) are available for this course for eligible domestic students. This means that your course fees are subsidised by the Australian Government and you pay a student contribution amount (SCA). CSP places are limited in number and are allocated based on academic merit.

The Master of Medicine (Metabolic Health) is a highly practical degree that has been designed to help students to develop a comprehensive understanding of the aetiology, diagnosis and multidisciplinary treatment of metabolic diseases.Almost two in three adult Australians are overweight or obese, with obesity the second highest contributor to the burden of disease (both ill health and premature death) after dietary risks. Equally as important, diabetes is estimated to affect 1.7 million Australians, with one person developing diabetes every five minutes. Management options for both of these conditions are growing but are also becoming more complex.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. Our metabolic health program allows you to gain a qualification in a rapidly evolving and important area of clinical practice. It is suitable for medical practitioners working in primary care, emergency medicine, paediatrics and those planning to train in endocrinology and general medicine. During this course you will be taught by international leaders in the field of diabetes and metabolic health as you learn how to manage diabetes, obesity and associated cardiovascular complications in the general population, as well as in at-risk populations such as pregnant women, the elderly, those with mental illness and in Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people. Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP) are available for this course for eligible domestic students. This means that your course fees are subsidised by the Australian Government and you pay a student contribution amount (SCA). CSP places are limited in number and are allocated based on academic merit.

The Master of Medicine (Internal Medicine) is a practical and clinically focused course that will refine your ability to diagnose, investigate and manage common and important diseases in adults. It will guide your care of patients and will be readily integrated into your daily clinical work.This course is delivered jointly by the University of Sydney and the University of Melbourne, bringing a unique breadth of teaching and clinical experience.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. One capstone unit however does have an intensive face-to-face component. Study at a basic or advanced level in most of the medical specialties, and tailor the degree to your needs and interests. A broad range of elective units are also offered, including units in clinical teaching, statistical analysis, grant writing and other research skills.

New in 2020, this program will broaden your knowledge and enhance your clinical practice in this new and increasingly relevant field.This course is offered through our interactive online learning environment, giving you the flexibility to tailor your study schedule around your lifestyle.The rapid development of genomics is already having a significant impact on diagnostics, screening, counselling and therapeutics across the clinical sphere. As new discoveries and trials improve patient care, this impact will only increase with time. Our genomics and precision medicine program is offered through a series of articulated awards, providing you with a flexible route to enhance your medical practice as part of your continuing professional education. Taught by senior and highly experienced clinicians and researchers, the program incorporates units of study with increasing depth and breadth in the area of cancer genomics, ethical legal and counselling issues, and genomic therapeutics and precision medicine, and is suitable for both trainees and experienced medical practitioners. The genomics and precision medicine program is designed for those wishing to broaden their knowledge of genomics and precision medicine. It is suitable for recent and established clinicians and is particularly relevant to those with an interest in clinical genetics, paediatrics, obstetrics, neurology and oncology.Learn more about professional medical education at Sydney.Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP) are available for this course for eligible domestic students. This means that your course fees are subsidised by the Australian Government and you pay a student contribution amount (SCA). CSP places are limited in number and are allocated based on academic merit.

The Master of Medicine (General Practice and Primary Health Care) is designed for all doctors interested in this speciality, regardless of their level of experience. It will provide the necessary skills and knowledge base for those who wish to deepen their knowledge of primary health care as well as those seeking a stepping stone to research or an entry into primary health care training.The course will cover a wide range of relevant study areas, some specific to general practice and primary health care and others aimed at extending knowledge and skills in areas such as dermatology, diabetes and metabolic health, paediatrics, internal medicine, mental health and clinical teaching.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 Master of Medicine (Clinical Neurophysiology) is the only postgraduate course of its kind in Australia and offers students a sound understanding of the theoretical principles and practical application of all the commonly employed techniques in clinical neurophysiology.Why study this course?Clinical neurophysiology is a broad discipline, encompassing diagnostic services for patients presenting with neurological dysfunction, systemic diseases, and critical illnesses, through to the provision of intraoperative monitoring of the nervous system during at-risk procedures.This course provides a structured curriculum in neurophysiological monitoring, aiming to enhance learning opportunities and skills taught in the workplace. Primarily taught online, your studies will be supplemented by intensive face-to-face teaching sessions which include practical experience in simulated diagnostic and perioperative settings. Who should study this course?Designed for practising and trainee anaesthetists and neurologists, this course will provide you with a structured educational program to complement your workplace experience.Individual units of study in this course may also be of interest to students enrolled in critical care coursework, or practitioners who do not wish to enrol in a degree but would like to complete a unit for continuing professional development.Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP) are available for this course for eligible domestic students. This means that your course fees are subsidised by the Australian Government and you pay a student contribution amount (SCA). CSP places are limited in number and are allocated based on academic merit.