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CONTENTS 

Research excellence – Curtin Health Innovation 

Research Institute.............................................................. 2 

Health Sciences Graduate Research Facilities................. 3 

Your study options............................................................. 4 

Entry pathways.................................................................. 6 

Entry requirements............................................................ 7 

Fees...................................................................................... 8 

Scholarships....................................................................... 9 

Applying............................................................................10 

Important information and definitions..........................11 

Coursework degrees 

All of the courses highlighted with an asterisk are 

available to international onshore students. 

Biomedical Science M/PgDip*................................................14 

Child and Adolescent Health 

Nursing PgDip/GCert...............................................................15 

Clinical Classification GCert*.................................................15 

Clinical Nursing M....................................................................16 

Clinical Pharmacy M/PgDip*.................................................16 

Clinical Physiotherapy M/GCert*..........................................17 

Diabetes MSc/GDip/GCert......................................................18 

Dietetics PgDip*.......................................................................18 

Environmental Health PgDip..................................................19 

Food Science and Technology 

MSc/GDip/GCert*.....................................................................20 

Health Administration M/PgDip*..........................................21 

Health Information Management M* (graduate entry)......21 

Health Promotion M*/PgDip*/GCert.....................................22 

Health Services Management M*...........................................23 

International Health M/GDip/GCert......................................23 

Medical Sonography M............................................................24 

Midwifery M...............................................................................24 

Midwifery GDip.........................................................................25 

Nursing M/PgDip*....................................................................26 

Nursing Practice M* (graduate entry)...................................27 

Nurse Practitioner M................................................................27 

Occupational Health and Safety M/PgDip...........................28 

Occupational Health and 

Safety Management GCert.....................................................28 

Occupational Medicine............................................................29 

Occupational Therapy GCert..................................................29 

Occupational Therapy M* (graduate entry).........................30 

Paramedicine GCert.................................................................31 

Pharmacy M* (graduate entry)..............................................31 

Physiotherapy M* (graduate entry)......................................32 

Psychology M*..........................................................................33 

Public Health M/PgDip/GCert*...............................................33 

Sexology M/PgDip*..................................................................34 

Speech Pathology M* (graduate entry)................................35 

Ultrasound GCert.....................................................................35 

Doctoral degrees*.............................................................36 

Academic calendar 2013/2014 

Semester 2 2013 Semester 1 2014 Semester 2 2014 

Domestic applications close Two weeks prior to Orientation* Two week prior to Orientation* Two week prior to Orientation* 

Orientation Week 8 – 12 July 24 - 28 February 28 July - 1 August 

Semester commences 15 July 3 March 4 August 

Semester closes 1 November 27 June 28 November 

*Note: some health sciences courses have earlier closing dates. Please visit healthsciences.curtin.edu.au for 

application deadlines. 

The Faculty of Health Sciences 

is making tomorrow better 

by educating more health 

professionals than any other 

WA tertiary institution, and 

providing students with access 

to the latest knowledge and 

discoveries that will improve 

the standard of healthcare in 

Australia and will make a real 

difference to people’s lives. 

For detailed information on units provided 

in each degree please refer to the handbook 

at handbook.curtin.edu.au

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research 

excellence 

research.curtin.edu.au 

CURTIN HEALTH INNOVATION RESEARCH 

INSTITUTE (CHIRI) 

Australia’s population is undergoing dramatic changes in 

health, ageing and longevity patterns. While medical advances 

have improved child and maternal health, and prolonged 

our life spans, chronic illnesses associated with longevity, 

lifestyle and the ageing process – diabetes, obesity, cancer and 

cardiovascular disease – are increasing. 

Traditional, reactionary healthcare models based on providing 

acute, episodic care are no longer sufficient to deal with our 

changing health needs, and infrastructure is crumbling under 

a widespread lack of resources and funding. 

Innovative, future-focused models of healthcare are required, 

and Curtin, through the Faculty of Health Sciences, has 

responded to this major national issue with the establishment 

of the CHIRI. 

CHIRI facilitates high-quality translational health research 

focused on 10 broad programs of research. It brings together 

over 140 researchers from more than 24 different health 

professions, working in inter-disciplinary and 

multi-disciplinary research groups across the Faculty’s 

network of schools and centres, to develop high impact, 

high-quality research. 

These programs of research include; 

• Biomolecular Interactions and Drug Discovery in Chronic 

Conditions 

• Healthy Environment and Behaviours 

• Health Information and Genomics 

• Human Movement and Rehabilitation 

• Lifespan – Development and Ageing 

• Metabolic Health 

• Neuroscience and Mental Health 

• Patheogenesis and Management of Disease 

• Research into Teaching and Learning Towards Better Health 

• Vulnerable Populations 

It is engaged in developing practical solutions to global 

health challenges, preparing students for leadership roles 

in healthcare, and working with industry partners and 

communities to advance health and wellbeing around the 

world. Translational research is a key focus of CHIRI- taking 

research from the bench-top to the bedside to better health. 

CHIRI is about bringing people, knowledge and creative energy 

together in an inspiring environment where working as a team, 

constantly pushing the limits, will lead to greater success. 

STATE-OF-THE-ART RESEARCH FACILITIES 

Curtin University is committed to providing high-quality 

facilities for its research students. It has recently invested 

millions in state-of-the-art facilities including the Curtin 

Health Innovation Research Institute (CHIRI) Biosciences 

Research Precinct and Health Sciences Graduate 

Research Hub. 

The CHIRI Biosciences Research Precinct is a $35 million 

investment uniting leading researchers and educators across 

biomedical sciences, pharmacy and public health in a central 

multidisciplinary research and teaching community. 

The precinct is helping to drive the search for better methods 

of preventing, diagnosing and treating a range of chronic 

diseases – and reducing the impact of diseases that burden 

populations worldwide. 

It provides 24 specialised suites and laboratory space for more 

than 100 scientists and research students. 

One laboratory houses a live-cell confocal microscope – a 

sophisticated instrument for the high-resolution imaging 

of cells. A further $2 million worth of diagnostic equipment 

for advanced gene, protein and cell analysis will help deliver 

unprecedented capabilities to researchers. 

CHIRI is about bringing people, knowledge 

and creative energy together in an 

inspiring environment where working as a 

team, constantly pushing the limits, will 

lead to greater success.

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your study 

options 

Your decision to enrol in a coursework program, 

a research program, or a program featuring 

both modes of study, largely depends on what 

you want to achieve and your study preferences. 

Postgraduate programs are for students who 

already have an undergraduate degree and 

want to study further. 

POSTGRADUATE STUDIES BY COURSEWORK 

GRADUATE CERTIFICATE (GCert) 

Graduate certificate courses are designed to develop advanced 

knowledge and skills in a specialised area that may or may 

not be directly related to your undergraduate degree. Some 

graduate certificates are available for non-graduates and most 

allow you to progress towards further postgraduate study. 

All of the programs are career oriented, and usually take one 

semester full-time or equivalent part-time. 

POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA (PgDip) 

Emphasis in a postgraduate diploma is on developing 

greater knowledge and skills through advanced studies of the 

methods, theories and strategies to which you have already 

been exposed at undergraduate level. You will maintain a 

vocational emphasis through strong links with industry. 

Completion of the postgraduate diploma usually takes two 

semesters, and you may be offered Recognition of Prior 

Learning (RPL) should you proceed to a masters degree. 

GRADUATE ENTRY MASTER (M) 

Graduate entry master courses provide a pathway for 

students who already hold a bachelor degree to gain 

an entry-level qualification in a profession. Graduate 

entry masters are available in health information 

management, nursing practice, occupational therapy, 

pharmacy, physiotherapy and speech pathology. 

In exceptional cases, applicants with a bachelor pass degree 

may also be considered if they can demonstrate superior 

academic achievement, significant work experience, and the 

capacity to undertake significant research. 

Research doctorates may sometimes be undertaken in a 

mixed mode with one or two semesters completed in Perth 

and the remainder in your home country if applicable. 

This arrangement depends on your project and must be 

negotiated with your supervisor. 

MASTER BY RESEARCH AND DOCTOR OF 

PHILOSOPHY DEGREES 

At least two-thirds of work towards a master by research 

degree must be pure research. The award indicates that you 

have contributed significantly to your field and are capable of 

carrying out independent research. 

The following courses are currently available for 

study by distance education or online: 

• Child and Adolescent Health Nursing - 

PgDip/GCert...................................................................15 

• Diabetes - MSc/GDip/GCert.........................................18 

• Environmental Health – PGDip....................................19 

• Health Administration – M/PGDip..............................21 

• Health Information Management – M........................21 

• Health Promotion – M/PgDip/GCert..........................22 

• International Health – M/GDip/GCert........................23 

• Medical Sonography – M..............................................24 

• Nursing – M/PgDip........................................................26 

• Nurse Practitioner – M..................................................27 

• Occupational Health and Safety – M/PgDip..............28 

• Occupational Health and 

Safety Management – GCert.......................................28 

• Public Health – M/PgDip/GCert...................................33 

GRADUATE DIPLOMA (GDip) 

The graduate diploma is a specialised, vocationally oriented 

award designed to develop knowledge and skills beyond 

the level achieved in a graduate certificate. Entry is normally 

based on completion of a bachelor degree or graduate 

certificate, although this can be in an unrelated field if you 

have work experience in the field of study. Less academically 

qualified applicants may still apply. Graduate diplomas 

are usually completed in two semesters full-time or 

equivalent part-time. 

MASTER DEGREE (M) 

A masters degree provides you with specialised knowledge 

and skills for research or advanced professional practice. 

Entry is normally based on completion of a bachelor degree, 

sometimes combined with relevant work experience, or 

completion of a graduate diploma. Where appropriate, 

provision may be made for you to undertake a bridging 

course or other preliminary work as a requirement for entry 

to a masters degree. 

DOCTORAL DEGREES – COURSEWORK OR RESEARCH 

A doctoral degree helps you develop systematic and critical 

understanding of a complex area of learning or professional 

practice. It usually requires at least three years of study. 

Students with a master degree, or a bachelor degree with 

first or upper second-class honours, may be considered 

for admission. 

Applications for master by research or PhD degrees must 

include a written two-page research proposal outlining 

the parameters and purpose of the research you wish to 

undertake. Visit: research.curtin.edu.au/guides/ forms/ 

forms.cfm for more information and to download the 

application form. 

Although students may need to complete some coursework 

units, the major part of the work will be in the form of a 

thesis written under the guidance of a supervisor. 

DISTANCE AND ONLINE EDUCATION 

Learn anywhere, any time with our range of distance and 

online education options. Studying at a distance or online 

gives you the flexibility to fit your degree around your 

lifestyle, while access to Curtin’s library, support services 

and learning tools such as UniEnglish, Blackboard and the 

learning centre will help you to reach your potential. 

Our online courses include discussion forums, chat rooms 

and team projects, and you will interact online with 

experienced lecturers and tutors. For more information about 

health sciences online postgraduate courses visit 

courses.curtin.edu.au/course_overview/online-courses.cfm 

OPEN UNIVERSITIES AUSTRALIA 

Curtin is a member of Open Universities Australia – a 

program that allows students to complete university degrees 

through distance or online education. For more information 

visit open.edu.au

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entry 

pathways 

courses.curtin.edu.au 

entry 

requirements 


Some postgraduate degrees require you to have studied in the same discipline at undergraduate 

level, whereas others only require study in a health-related discipline. 

COURSEWORK ENTRY REQUIREMENTS 

Refer to the entry requirements listed on the course 

that you are interested in. 

If you have a bachelor degree or equivalent in a 

health discipline, you may be able to choose from 

any of the following postgraduate courses: 

• Biomedical science M / PgDip.....................................14 

• Clinical Classification GCert........................................15 

• Diabetes MSc / GDip / GCert.......................................18 

• Environmental Health PgDip.......................................19 

• Food Science and Technology 

MSc / GDip / GCert........................................................20 

• Health Administration PgDip......................................21 

• Health Information Management M...........................21 

• Health Promotion M / PgDip / GCert.........................22 

• Health Services Management M.................................23 

• International Health M / GDip / GCert.......................23 

• Nursing Practice M........................................................27 

• Occupational Health and Safety M / PgDip..............28 

• Occupational Health Safety 

and Management GCert...............................................28 

• Occupational Therapy M..............................................29 

• Paramedicine GCert......................................................31 

• Pharmacy M...................................................................31 

• Physiotherapy M...........................................................32 

• Public Health M / GCert / PgDip..................................33 

• Sexology M / PgDip.......................................................34 

• Speech Pathology M.....................................................35 

The following courses require you to have a 

bachelor degree in the same discipline as the 

postgraduate course: 

• Child and Adolescent Health Nursing 

PgDip / GCert.................................................................15 

• Clinical Nursing M.........................................................16 

• Clinical Pharmacy M / PgDip.......................................16 

• Clinical Physiotherapy M / GCert...............................17 

• Dietetics PgDip..............................................................18 

• Medical Sonography M.................................................24 

• Midwifery M....................................................................24 

• Midwifery GDip..............................................................25 

• Nursing M / PgDip.........................................................26 

• Nurse Practitioner M.....................................................27 

• Occupational Medicine M / PgDip...............................29 

• Occupational Therapy GCert.......................................30 

• Psychology M................................................................33 

• Ultrasound GCert..........................................................35 

RESEARCH ENTRY REQUIREMENTS 

A higher degree by research differs from other postgraduate 

degrees in that at least two-thirds of the study program 

must involve research. Although you may need to complete 

some coursework units, the main part of the work will be a 

thesis written under the guidance of a supervisor. 

You can check the specific requirements for master and 

doctoral research degrees at: curtin.edu.au/research/ 

futurestudents/admission.cfm 

Applications for most higher degrees by research can be 

made at any time of the year.

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postgraduate 

tuition fees 

fees.curtin.edu.au 

scholarships 

scholarships.curtin.edu.au 

Postgraduate courses attract fees. However, 

there are a range of schemes and services to 

help students with fees, including government 

loan programs. 

COMMONWEALTH SUPPORT PLACES (CSP) 

Some postgraduate coursework programs may have 

Commonwealth supported places available to students. This 

means that students pay a proportion of the cost of their 

course and the Government funds the balance. In previous 

years this type of place was known as HECS – the Higher 

Education Contribution Scheme. 

FULL-FEE PLACES 

Many postgraduate coursework programs only offer full-fee 

places. Students in these courses pay the full tuition cost of 

the course and must make payment upfront each semester. 

For indicative course fees, refer online to: fees.curtin.edu.au 

HIGHER EDUCATION LOAN PROGRAM (HELP) – 

HECS-HELP AND FEE-HELP 

HECS-HELP and FEE-HELP are loan programs (or discounts 

for up-front payments) for eligible students studying at 

public universities. 

The HECS-HELP and FEE-HELP schemes provide interestfree, 

income-contingent loan facilities for students. HECS- 

HELP can be used for students who have a Commonwealth 

supported place. FEE-HELP is available to students who have 

a full-fee place. 

Australian citizens, holders of a permanent humanitarian 

visa, and holders of a permanent visa who are undertaking 

a bridging study for overseas-trained professionals*, are 

eligible for the schemes. A student can elect to pay a portion 

of fees directly to the University and the remaining debt 

will be registered as a loan through the Australian Tax 

Office (ATO). Students will commence repaying any of their 

HELP loan through the ATO once their income reaches the 

minimum threshold for compulsory repayment. For more 

information visit: goingtouni.gov.au. 

For indicative course fees, refer online to: 

fees.curtin.edu.au 

There are a range of scholarships open to 

students, which are detailed below. 

RESEARCH SCHOLARSHIPS 

Australian Postgraduate Award 

Australian Postgraduate Awards (APA) are awarded to students 

with exceptional research potential who undertake a higher 

degree by research at an eligible Australian higher education 

provider. Australian citizens, New Zealand citizens and 

Australian permanent residents are eligible to receive an APA. 

The APA is available for a period of two years for a research 

masters, and three years, for a research doctorate. Doctoral 

students are eligible to apply for an extension of up to six 

months. The APA provides an annual living allowance of 

$24,653 (2013 value). This stipend is indexed annually and 

is tax-free unless taken on a part-time basis#. The APA also 

provides a thesis allowance; and a relocation allowance for 

successful applicants who relocate from another Australian 

state to take up the award*. 

In addition, all successful applicants of the APA will receive 

a Curtin Research Scholarship (CRS) bringing the total 

scholarship package to $30,000 per annum tax free. 

For further information visit: scholarships.curtin.edu.au 

National Health and Medical Research Council 

(NHMRC) Scholarships 

The aim of the NHMRC Postgraduate Scholarships scheme 

is to support outstanding Australian health and medical 

graduates early in their career so that they can be trained 

to conduct research that is internationally competitive, and 

develop a capacity for original independent research. 

This is usually achieved by NHMRC funding successful 

applicants to attain a research based postgraduate degree, 

which may be a PhD, a PhD equivalent degree, or Masters 

degree. For further information visit nhmrc.gov.au. 

Curtin University Postgraduate Scholarships (CUPS) 

CUPS are awarded to students of exceptional research 

potential who undertake a higher degree by research at 

Curtin University. Australian citizens, New Zealand citizens 

and Australian permanent residents are eligible to receive 

a CUPS. 

CUPS are available for a period of two years for a research 

masters and three years for a research doctorate. Doctoral 

students are eligible to apply for an extension of up to 

six months. CUPS provides an annual living allowance of 

$24,653 (2013 value). This stipend is indexed annually and 

is tax-free unless taken on a part-time basis#. The CUPS also 

provides a thesis allowance; and a relocation allowance for 

successful applicants who relocate from another Australian 

state to take up the award*. 

In addition, all successful applicants of the CUPS will receive 

a Curtin Research Scholarship (CRS) bringing the total 

scholarship package to $25,000 per annum tax free. 

For further information visit: scholarships.curtin.edu.au/ 

scholarships/ 

* Students must reside in Australia for the duration of their study. #Successful applicants must be enrolled on a full-time basis while in receipt of an APA or CUPS, unless permission has been sought to hold the scholarship on a part-time basis. 

*Successful applicants of the APA or CUPS are expected to be enrolled as an internal student unless permission has been sought to be external.

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information and 

definitions 

futurestudents.curtin.edu.au 

COURSEWORK DEGREES 

AUSTRALIAN AND NEW ZEALAND APPLICANTS 

Check the entry requirements for the course you’re 

interested in 

It is important to check the entry requirements for your 

intended course before beginning the application process. 

Remember, entry requirements are minimum requirements 

for a course and the qualifications and experience of past 

candidates have usually exceeded these. 

Download, print and complete the application form 

The application form for all postgraduate coursework 

degrees can be downloaded at: futurestudents.curtin.edu.au/ 

postgraduates/how-to-get-in/how-to-apply.cfm 

Supplementary information 

A number of our postgraduate courses require 

supplementary information to support your application, 

these courses are listed below. For more information visit: 

futurestudents.curtin.edu.au/postgraduates/how-to-get-in/ 

supplementary-info.cfm 

• Child and Adolescent Health Nursing PgDip/GCert 

• Clinical Nursing M 

• Clinical Physiotherapy M/GCert 

• Diabetes MSc/GDip/GCert 

• Doctor of Philosophy (Psychology) 

• Midwifery M 

• Midwifery PgDip 

• Nursing M/PgDip 

• Nurse Practitioner M 

• Nursing Practice M 

• Occupational Therapy M 

• Pharmacy M 

• Physiotherapy M 

• Psychology M 

• Sexology M/PgDip 

• Speech Pathology M 

If you’d like to find out more about applying, contact: 

Faculty of Health Sciences 

Future Students Services Office 

Tel: + 61 8 9266 4583 

Fax: + 61 8 9266 4593 

Email: futurestudents@health.curtin.edu.au 

RESEARCH DEGREES 

It is important to check the entry requirements for your 

intended course before beginning the application process. 

Remember, entry requirements are minimum requirements 

for a course and the qualifications and experience of past 

candidates have usually exceeded these. 

All applicants must complete the Application for Admission 

to a Higher Degree by Research. Your application form must 

be submitted with a summary of your proposed research 

topic. Guidelines are available to assist you with structuring 

your proposal. Please limit your proposal to two pages 

(excluding references). The application form and guidelines 

can be downloaded at: research.curtin.edu.au/guides/forms/ 

forms.cfm 

If you would like to find out more about applying contact 

Faculty of Health Sciences 

Tel: + 61 8 9266 7652 

Fax: + 61 8 9266 4593 

Email: researchstudents@health.curtin.edu.au 

COMMUNICABLE DISEASES 

Students in courses that include supervised practice (including 

research) in a clinical setting are required to undergo screening 

for, and vaccination against a range of infectious disease before 

beginning their placement. For specific details relating to these 

requirements go to: healthsciences.curtin.edu.au/current_ 

students/immunisation 

CRIMINAL RECORD SCREENING 

Applicants for a number of postgraduate courses should 

be aware that many of these areas of employment require 

practitioners to have a criminal record screening. Students 

in these areas often undertake external placement, clinical 

practice or practicum involving contact with the public 

as a component of the course. External agencies, such as 

government departments, non-government agencies and 

hospitals, may require these students to obtain a criminal 

record screening prior to an external placement, clinical 

practice or practicum. Note that external agencies can vary 

their requirements without notice and may not always advise 

the universities of changes. 

A criminal record many not necessarily preclude a 

student from participating in an external placement, 

clinical practice or practicum. However, serious crimes: 

• of a violent or sexual nature 

• where the victim was under 18 years of age or elderly 

• for dealing or trafficking in drugs 

• involving fraud, or 

• any offence which resulted in a jail sentence 

may render a person unsuitable for employment and/or 

provision of services to clients. 

Applicants should be aware that if they apply for a criminal 

record screening this information may be placed on a 

national database and made available to other authorities 

(if it is of a sexual or child-related nature). 

The University will issue further details on obtaining the 

relevant criminal record screening to successful applicants 

upon enrolment, or included with an offer of a student place. 

Successful applicants should apply promptly for criminal 

record screening as this application may take time to be 

processed. 

At this time the University is aware that a criminal record 

screening is required from students enrolling in the following 

fields of study: 

• Child Adolescent Health 

Nursing 

• Clinical Classification 

• Diabetes 

• Dietetics 

• Environmental Health 

• Food Science and 

Technology 

• Health Information 

Management 

• Health Services 

Management 

• Health Promotion 

• International Health 

• Midwifery 

• Nursing 

• Nursing Practice 

• Nurse Practitioner 

• Occupational Health 

and Safety 

• Occupational Medicine 

• Occupational Therapy 

• Physiotherapy 

• Psychology 

• Public Health 

• Speech Pathology 

WORKING WITH CHILDREN CHECKS 

The Working with Children (Criminal Record Checking) Act 

2004 aims to protect children from harm by introducing 

a high standard of compulsory national criminal record 

checking for people wishing to do paid, unpaid or volunteer 

work with children in Western Australia. 

Health Sciences students who will be working with children 

between the ages of zero and 17, for the purposes of their 

practicum, require a Working with Children Check. An 

application for a Working with Children Check is made 

through Australia Post agencies. Visit checkwwc.wa.gov.au 

for more information.

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coursework 

degrees 


Biomedical Science M/PgDip 

Child and Adolescent Health Nursing PgDip/GCert 

Clinical Classification GCert 

Clinical Nursing M 

Clinical Pharmacy M/PgDip 

Clinical Physiotherapy M/GCert 

Diabetes MSc/GDip/GCert 

Dietetics PgDip 

Environmental Health PgDip 

Food Science and Technology MSc/GDip/GCert 

Health Administration M/PgDip 

Health Information Management M (graduate entry) 

Health Promotion M/PgDip/GCert 

Health Services Management M 

International Health M/GDip/GCert 

Medical Sonography M 

Midwifery M 

Midwifery GDip 

Nursing M/PgDip 

Nursing Practice M (graduate entry) 

Nurse Practitioner M 

Occupational Health and Safety M/PgDip 

Occupational Health and Safety Management GCert 

Occupational Medicine 

Occupational Therapy M (graduate entry) 

Occupational Therapy GCert 

Paramedicine GCert 

Pharmacy M (graduate entry) 

Physiotherapy M (graduate entry) 

Psychology M 

Public Health M/PgDip/GCert 

Sexology M/PgDip 

Speech Pathology M (graduate entry) 

Ultrasound GCert

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coursework degrees 

Biomedical Science M/PgDip 

Course outline 

Students can specialise in biomedical science, infectious 

diseases or molecular biotechnology. Each of the majors will 

provide students with valuable scientific and research skills 

through advanced level coursework units in specialist areas. 

Because postgraduate students often have specific plans for 

thteir postgraduate level career, the courses allow significant 

flexibility in the combination of units that may be studied. 

Students can learn key laboratory techniques in modern 

molecular genetics, microbiology, biotechnology, and 

medical sciences and can put their learning into practice in 

an advanced laboratory unit, or through individual projects 

within a research or diagnostic laboratory. In practical work, 

students will be presented with real-life situations involving 

experimental design, technique selection and solving 

practical problems in the laboratory. 

Career outlook 

Graduates can seek employment in biotechnology and allied 

industries, in government, hospital and university research 

and development laboratories and in other professions that 

require an advanced understanding of molecular biosciences. 

Graduates are eligible for membership of the Australian 

Biotechnology Association and equivalent industry 

organisations internationally. 

Course details 

Course code M – 310599 PgDip – 193107 

Duration 

M – 2 years full-time or equivalent part-time 

PgDip – 1 year full-time 

When 

M and PgDip - February or July (July intake 

is only available to those with prior learning 

or experience in this area. Contact the 

faculty to discuss your application). 

Campus 

Bentley 

Study mode M - on-campus or mixed on- and off-campus 

PgDip – on campus 

Entry requirements M - A bachelor degree in a biology or 

biomedical/life science based discipline or 

equivalent. Graduates from other science 

disciplines are considered. 

PgDip - A Bachelor of Science (Medical 

Science) or a Bachelor of Science degree with 

an appropriate major. Candidates holding 

qualifications other than those specified are 

assessed on an individual basis. 

Fees See page 8 

graduate profile 

Pallavi Garg 

Master of Biomedical Science 

Since finishing my degree in Biomedical Engineering 

in 2011, I worked as a programme analyst in Chennai, 

India for a year. I had a passion for furthering 

my education, so I decided to complete a Master 

in Biomedical Science. I selected Curtin because 

they offered the particular course that I wanted to 

undertake. I am still studying at present but after 

completing my masters I hope to be a researcher, 

developing new biomedical technologies to aid in the 

improvement of healthcare. 

Child and Adolescent Health 

Nursing PgDip/GCert 


In this course students will learn to assess, plan, develop, 

implement and evaluate health promotion and education 

programs with community participation. They will also 

develop effective health research skills and learn to critically 

evaluate research findings and incorporate evidence-based 

knowledge into their community health nursing practice. 


Graduates seek employment in community health practice in 

metropolitan, rural and remote area settings. 


Course code PgDip – 311750 GCert – 308407 

Duration 

PgDip - 1 year full-time or equivalent 

part-time GCert - 6 months full-time or 

part-time equivalent 

When 

PgDip and GCert – February or July 

Campus 

Bentley 

Study mode PgDip – mixed on- and off-campus 

GCert – mixed on- and off-campus 

Entry requirements PgDip and GCert – Applicants must 

be registered in Division One with the 

Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia 

with a Bachelor of Science (Nursing), or 

its equivalent. Alternate mode of entry 

(non-degree) will be offered to nurses 

registered in Division One with the Nursing 

and Midwifery Board of Australia but 

without an undergraduate degree. Non 

degree students must meet the School 

of Nursing and Midwifery’s criteria for 

alternate mode of entry. Nurses who do not 

have an undergraduate comprehensive or 

postgraduate midwifery qualification will be 

required to complete a maternity nursing 

bridging program prior to entry. Registered 

Midwives who do not hold a Registered 

Nursing qualification will not be eligible to 

apply for this program. 

Specific 

requirements 

See advice on communicable diseases and 

criminal screening pages 11 


Supplementary information is required see page 10 

Clinical Classification GCert 


This course is designed to provide specialist training at an 

introductory level in clinical classification. In addition to the 

introductory coding unit, students will gain a fundamental 

understanding of health data and information, health 

information systems and clinical conditions through 

ancillary units. These units and the introductory coding 

unit ensure students have a grounded understanding of the 

relevance and importance of coded data, and aim to improve 

employability after graduation. The course also includes 

a number of practical experiences to ensure students are 

comfortable with data extraction and using real health 

records. 


Graduates of this course are qualified to seek employment as 

a clinical coder. 


Course code 313454 

Duration 

6 months full-time or equivalent part-time 

When 

February or July 

Campus 

Bentley 

Study mode On-campus or off-campus 

Entry requirements A Bachelor degree or equivalent and proof 

of formal medical terminology training is 

required. In certain cases, relevant work 

experience may be recognised. 

Specific 

requirements 


See advice on criminal screening pages 11 

and 16 

Graduates of Biomedical Sciences are 

eligible for membership of the Australian 

Biotechnology Association and equivalent 

industry organisations internationally.

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Clinical Nursing M 

Clinical Pharmacy M/PgDip 


Clinical Physiotherapy M/GCert 


This course is designed to develop specialist practice with 

a focus on clinical leadership, promotion and integration 

of evidence-based nursing. It has specialist streams in 

critical care nursing (intensive care, coronary care, high 

dependency, paediatric intensive care) neonatal nursing, 

emergency nursing, acute care nursing, orthopaedic nursing, 

perianaesthesia nursing and perioperative nursing. The 

course emphasis is on developing graduates consistent with 

the profile of the specialist nurse. 

It is a collaborative program delivered in conjunction with 

clinical partners such as Royal Perth Hospital, Princess 

Margaret Hospital for Children and King Edward Memorial 

Hospital. 


Many graduates achieve promotional positions in clinical 

fields such as clinical nurse and clinical nurse specialist. 

This course also provides the foundation for professional 

doctoral studies. 



Duration 

3 years full-time or equivalent part-time 

When 


Campus 

Bentley 

Study mode On-campus or mixed on- and off-campus 

Entry requirements A Bachelor of Science (Nursing) degree or 

equivalent with a course weighted average of 

at least 65 per cent. Applicants must also be 

registered in Division One with the Nursing 

and Midwifery Board of Australia and have 

at least 12 months full-time experience 

in the specialist area of practice relevant 

to the stream for which they are applying 

and must be concurrently employed in an 

approved area, working at least 18 hours per 

week. 

Specific 

See advice on criminal screening page 11 

requirements 

Domestic fees See page 8 



This course is designed to develop specialist practice with the 

focus of delivering pharmacy-specific clinical services. 

It builds on the curriculum of the hospital pharmacy stream 

within the graduate diploma to provide students with 

an opportunity to undertake some research. Under the 

guidance of one of the School of Pharmacy’s experienced 

academic staff members, students will complete a project in 

clinical trials, drug utilisation reviews, drug usage studies, 

implementation of clinical pharmacy services or other related 

topic. 


For pharmacists, this program can lead to careers in 

areas such as: 

• medication reviews and cognitive services 

• hospital pharmacy specialisation (many graduates can 

apply for promotion after completion of this course) 

• introduction of new cognitive services in 

community pharmacy 

• academia. 

This course does not qualify graduates for registration as a 

pharmacist in Australia. 


Course code M – 173804 PgDip - 183505 

Duration 

M - 1.5 years full-time PgDip – 1 year fulltime 

or equivalent part-time 

When 

M and PgDip - February 

Campus 

Bentley 

Study mode M and PgDip - on-campus 

Entry requirements M – A pharmacy degree, an appropriate 

honours degree or a relevant postgraduate 

diploma with a minimum of one year of 

work experience as a registered pharmacist, 

preferably with experience in hospital 

pharmacy. 

PgDip – A degree in pharmacy, with a 

minimum of one year of work experience 

as a registered pharmacist, preferably with 

experience in hospital pharmacy. 


Merrin Lowe 

Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy 

The skills and knowledge that I gained while studying 

at Curtin are things that I use on a daily basis in my 

career. I developed amazing friendships during the time 

I studied at Curtin, and in fact many of these friends 

are now my colleagues. 

As a Clinical Pharmacist at St John of God Subiaco 

Hospital, I see patients at their bedside, counsel on 

medications, review medication charts and blood 

results and prepare discharge medication profiles. I 

work closely with other health professionals providing 

advice on medications and I am also involved in 

updating and reviewing medication related policies. 

For me, the best thing about being a pharmacist is 

the interaction that I have with patients and other 

healthcare professionals. No one day is ever the same 

and being a pharmacist allows me to have a positive 

effect on people’s health, which is a privilege. 

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This is a dynamic course, based on contemporary best 

practice. It provides an opportunity for physiotherapists to 

develop their standard of practice both academically and 

clinically. The course focuses on integration of biomedical 

evidence and current concepts in clinical practice relevant to 

physiotherapy. Development of advanced clinical reasoning, 

diagnostic and treatment skills are promoted through 

interactive teaching, and supervised clinical practice. During 

this course, students undertake supervised research or 

project work relevant to their area of practice. 

Professionalism, clinical leadership and excellence in patient 

management are expected graduate attributes. Students can 

major in manipulative therapy and continence and women’s 

health. 


Course code M – 311773 GCert - 306930 

Duration 

M - 1 year full-time or equivalent part-time 

GCert – 6 months full-time 

When 

M - February 

GCert - February or July 

Campus 

Bentley 

Study mode M - on-campus or mixed on- and 

off-campus GCert - on-campus or mixed onand 

off-campus 

Entry requirements M – A four-year bachelor degree in 

physiotherapy or equivalent, or a three year 

bachelor or diploma plus at least 12 months 

relevant clinical experience. Applicants must 

be registered physiotherapists, or eligible for 

limited registration in Australia. 

GCert – A bachelor degree in physiotherapy 

or equivalent, plus at least 12 months 

relevant clinical experience at postgraduate 

level. Applicants who intend to enrol into 

clinical practice or placement units must 

be registered physiotherapists in Australia 

or be eligible for limited registration in 

Australia. Students completing nonclinical 

units off- campus do not require 

registration. 

Specific 

requirements 

Students will need to provide evidence 

of successful completion of an approved 

course in first aid (CPR). See advice on 

communicable diseases page 11 


Supplementary information is required see page 10

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Diabetes MSc/GDip/GCert 

Dietetics PgDip 


Environmental Health PgDip 


This course provides the student with the opportunity to 

advance foundation knowledge and skills in diabetes selfmanagement 

within the framework of chronic disease and 

the health impacts associated with the disease. In addition 

graduates will undertake advanced scholarly activity 

primarily in the diabetes field. 


Graduates generally find advanced career prospects in the 

chronic disease management field. This course is accredited 

by the Australia Diabetes Educators Association. Eligible 

health professionals will be able to use completion of this 

course as part evidence for credentialing. 


Course code MSc - 311581 GDip – 301415 

GCert - 302117 

Duration 

MSc – 1.5 years full-time GDip – 1 year 

full-time GCert – 6 months full-time 

When 

MSc, GDip and GCert – February or July 

Campus 

Bentley 

Study mode MSc - off-campus 

GDip and GCert – off-campus 

Entry requirements MSc – Applicants who wish to enrol in 

the Master of Science (Diabetes) must 

have completed the Graduate Certificate 

in Diabetes or equivalent from another 

university/or have equivalent industry 

experience. Additional requirements 

- students must have current health 

discipline-specifitc registration, where 

appropriate, to undertake any unit involving 

clinical practice. 

GDip and GCert – A bachelor degree in a 

relevant clinical based health, allied health 

or other relevant field plus at least 12 

months experience in a specialist area of 

practice. Registered nurses, enrolled nurses 

and Indigenous health workers who do not 

hold a bachelor degree may be considered 

on the basis of their clinical practice, 

education and professional development. 

Specific 

requirements 


See advice on communicable diseases, 

criminal screening and working with children 

page 11 


In this course students complete a range of specialist topics 

in nutrition, counselling and food service. They also take 

two clinical placements, one in a hospital and one in a 

metropolitan or regional community health centre. 


Graduates find employment as members of health teams 

in hospitals, community or public health, food service, the 

food industry, sporting groups, research teams and private 

practice. This course is accredited with the Dietitians’ 

Association of Australia (DAA) and graduates are eligible to 

apply for membership as Accredited Practising Dietitians 

(APD). 



Duration 

1 year full-time or equivalent part-time 

When 

February 

Campus 

Bentley 

Study mode On-campus 

Entry requirements A Bachelor of Science (Nutrition) degree or 

equivalent with a course-weighted average 

of at least 65 per cent. Applicants will be 

required to submit a written application 

to assess their suitability to the course. 

Applicants will be ranked on the basis of 

their course-weighted average (90 per cent 

of grading) and the written application 

(10 per cent of grading). Applicants with a 

dietetic qualification are ineligible to apply. 

Specific 

requirements 


See advice on communicable diseases, 

criminal screening and working with children 

page 11 

Laura Kiely 

Postgraduate Diploma in Dietetics 

Nutrition was the perfect fit for me as I am fascinated 

by the human body, curious about food as a medicine 

and a lover of food and cooking. 

The Curtin Bachelor of Science (Nutrition) degree 

provided a great foundation of knowledge, which 

I built on with the Master of Dietetics. The study I 

have undertaken at Curtin has satisfied my hunger 

for all of these things and wet my appetite for the 

art of working with people and opened my mind to a 

scientific and enquiring way of looking at the world. 

The School of Public health facilities and passionate, 

friendly teaching faculty were the perfect recipe for 

a solid foundation to enter the work force. I’ve had a 

diverse career since graduating and now work as a 

consultant dietitian, running my own business called 

The Foodie. 


In this course students develop a range of theoretical 

skills, practical knowledge, and techniques to manage and 

control the effects of agents and hazards that impact on the 

environment and human health. 

Students who complete the Postgraduate Diploma 

of Environmental Health are eligible to work as an 

Environmental Health Officer in local governments anywhere 

in Australia. Western Australian graduates may be required 

to undertake a professional placement for gazettal. 


Employment prospects are excellent with graduates gaining 

employment in a variety of government positions at local, 

state, and federal level, as well as in private industry, 

including the food and resource sectors. At local government 

level graduates are typically employed as Environmental 

Health Officers, while at state and federal level they may be 

employed in various departments across both the health and 

environment areas. 


Course code PgDip - 185907 

Duration 

PgDip – 1 year full-time or equivalent parttime 

When 


Campus 

Bentley 

Study mode PgDip - mixed on- and off-campus or fully 

online 

Entry requirements PgDip – A bachelor degree in a related area. 

Consistent with the interdisciplinary nature 

of the course, a broad range of degrees are 

acceptable including public health, human 

biology, food technology, environmental 

science, biology, chemistry and allied 

health. 

Applicants without a relevant undergraduate 

degree may be admitted following successful 

completion of relevant units. 

Specific 

requirements 



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Food Science and Technology 

MSc/GDip/GCert 


The food industry is the largest industry in the world and 

needs highly trained professionals in food science and 

technology to ensure the supply, quality and safety of food. 

This field offers diverse and challenging careers and has 

been designed to provide professional training to both those 

already employed in the food industry, and those in other 

science fields such as: agriculture, nutrition, engineering, 

environmental health, consumer science and other related 

disciplines. It is ideal for those wishing to increase their 

professional status and to diversify their career opportunities 

as the course provides an increased knowledge base in the 

food science and technology field. 


There is a high and growing demand for graduates of food 

science and technology in a range of professional areas 

including food quality assurance, research and development 

of new products and new processing technologies, 

microbiology, technical consulting, and sales and marketing. 

This program has an excellent reputation with government 

bodies and industry in Australia and overseas. These courses 

are professionally recognised by the Australian Institute 

of Food Science and Technology (AIFST) and graduates are 

encouraged to become members 


Course code MSc – 311484 GDip – 186607 

GCert - 126011 

Duration 

MSc – 2 years full-time or equivalent 

part-time 

GDip – 1 year full-time or equivalent 

part-time 

GCert – 6 months full-time or equivalent 

part-time 

When 

MSc, GDip and GCert - February or July 

Campus 

Bentley 

Study mode MSc, GDip and GCert - on-campus 

Entry requirements MSc – A bachelor degree or equivalent 

qualification from a recognised tertiary 

institution, in science, applied science, 

engineering, nutrition, environmental health, 

agriculture or other related discipline. 

Applicants with other qualifications and 

expertise are considered for admission, but 

may be required to complete appropriate 

bridging units in order to meet the required 

entry standards. 

GDip – A bachelor degree or equivalent 

qualification from a recognised tertiary 

institution, in science, applied science, 

engineering, nutrition, environmental health 

, agriculture or other related discipline. 




bridging units in order to meet the required 

entry standards. 

GCert – A bachelor degree in an appropriate 

field or an equivalent qualification from a 

recognised tertiary education institution. 

Specific 

requirements 



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Health Administration M/PgDip 


In these courses students develop conceptual knowledge in 

the field of health policy management. They are designed 

to equip individuals with the knowledge and skills necessary 

to succeed in senior policy, management, leadership and 

planning positions within health related organisations. In 

these courses students choose from a range of specialist 

topics in health planning, health management, leadership, 

health policy, quality and safety and economics.. 


Graduates in health administration are prepared for roles 

in the public and private sectors in health management, 

administration and clinical management. 


Course code M – 195604 

PgDip – 191205 

Duration 

M – 2 years full-time or equivalent 

part-time 

PgDip – 1 year full-time or equivalent 

part-time 

When 

M and PgDip - February or July 

Campus 

Bentley 

Study mode M - on-campus, off-campus and mixed 

on- and off-campus 

PgDip - on-campus or off-campus 

Entry requirements M and PgDip – A bachelor degree or 

equivalent in an appropriate discipline. 

Relevant work experience is desirable. 


Health Information Management M 

(graduate entry) 


This graduate entry master course will enable talented 

students to obtain a degree that combines scientific, 

technical and management expertise expected of an entry 

level health information manager. The health information 

manager acts as the bridge between clinical, management 

and systems aspects of health. It is a fulfilling profession 

responsible for the collection, storage, analysis and 

distribution of healthcare information. The course offers a 

number of practical experiences in management, e-health 

and clinical coding to ensure students are comfortable in the 

extraction of data and management of health information. 


Excellent career opportunities exist in Australia and 

internationally. 



Duration 


When 


Campus 

Bentley 


Entry requirements A bachelor degree or equivalent and proof 

of formal medical terminology training is 

required. 

Specific 

See advice on criminal screening page 11 

requirements 


The Food Science and 

Technology program has 

an excellent reputation with 

government bodies and 

industry in Australia and 

overseas. 

Health Information 

Management provides 

excellent career 

opportunities in Australia 

and internationally.

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Health Promotion M/PgDip/GCert 


Health Services Management M 

International Health M/GDip/GCert 


This course has been developed to further knowledge 

and increase skills in the major principles pertaining to 

health promotion. Current issues in optimising health and 

prevention of disease are addressed, research skills are 

developed, and planning, implementation and evaluation 

of health promotion programs in various settings are 

undertaken. The research component of the course is taken 

under appropriate academic supervision and tailored to meet 

the needs of the student. 


Employment can be found at local, state, national and 

international government agencies, and non-government 

agencies such as the National Heart Foundation, Cancer 

Council, Health Department, Main Roads, local government, 

Medicare locals and the WA AIDS Council. 


Course code M – 149904 PgDip - 194705 

GCert - 126311 

Duration 

M – 1.5 years full-time, or equivalent parttime 

PgDip - 1 year full-time (if commencing in 

semester 1), or equivalent part-time 

GCert – 12 months part-time 

When 

January or July 

Campus 

Bentley 


Entry requirements M – A relevant bachelor degree plus two 

years of relevant post‐bachelor degree work 

experience. Work experience is assessed 

on the basis of the following ‐ level of 

seniority and responsibility, job description, 

work‐based referee report, publications 

or other written reports, short courses or 

conference attendance. 

PgDip –An undergraduate degree or 

equivalent qualification from a tertiary 

institution preferably in a health 

professional area, education, behavioural 

sciences, social sciences, or management. 




bridging units. 

GCert – A Bachelor degree or equivalent 

with a health related background from a 

recognised tertiary institution. 

Specific 

requirements 




sharryn batt 

Master of Health Promotion 

I cannot begin to explain just how much I have learnt 

from studying health promotion at Curtin and how 

much this whole experience has changed my life. 

Having the expertise, support and feedback from my 

lecturers and tutors was fantastic. 

Virtually everything I learnt in theory, I later 

experienced in practice. Studying has also helped to me 

really understand the people I work with so that now 

it is much easier to accept them and how they react 

and respond to health promotion strategies and the 

process of change. 


Mindu Dorji 

Master of Health Services Management 

My study at Curtin has been a great experience. I found 

that the units I took were very relevant and practical to 

my day-to-day work. My professors and lecturers were 

helpful and ready to provide assistance at any given 

point of time if I needed their help. I feel that my study 

at Curtin University fully prepared and equipped me to 

meet the future challenges I will face in my career. 


This course further develops the ability to plan, manage, 

monitor and coordinate systems of healthcare delivery. It 

is designed to equip individuals with the knowledge and 

skills necessary to hold senior management, administrative 

and planning positions within health service institutions. 

It is aimed at both health professionals wishing to acquire 

management and administrative skills and non-health 

professionals intending to seek a career in health services 

management. 


Graduates in health services management are prepared 

for roles in the public and private sectors in health 

management, health planning, senior administration 

and clinical management. 



Duration 

1.5 years full-time or equivalent part-time 

When 


Campus 

Bentley 

Study mode On-campus, or mixed on- and off-campus 

Entry requirements A bachelor degree in a relevant health 

science discipline. Applicants from other 

backgrounds will be considered 

Specific 

requirements 





The Master of International Health is designed to facilitate 

the development of knowledge in understanding significant 

global health problems and issues and to assist in the 

acquisition of skills to enhance the planning, management 

and delivery of appropriate health programs and services. 

This course is informed by policies and directions of 

important international organisations such as the 

World Health Organisation and the World Bank, and on 

government organisations involved in health and research. 


Higher qualifications enhance career opportunities. The 

Master of International Health aims to achieve this through 

the acquisition of specialised knowledge in rapidly expanding 

areas of health that transcend national boundaries. 

The research project for this course is designed for the 

acquisitions of practical research skills. It is particularly 

valuable for people who plan a dynamic career where the 

immediate applications of basic research and evaluation 

skills are essential. 


Course code M – 186804 GDip – 303648 GCert - 305793 

Duration 

M - 1.5 years full-time or equivalent 

part-time 

GDip – 1 year full-time or equivalent 

part-time 

GCert – 6 months full-time or equivalent 

part-time 

When 

M, GDip and GCert February or July 

Campus 

Bentley 

Study mode M, GDip and GCert - fully-online 

Entry requirements M – A bachelor degree or equivalent and/ 

or a graduate qualification plus significant 

work experience at a senior level in a health 

science or a relevant professional discipline. 

Applicants should submit their curriculum 

vitae and a brief statement of their specific 

interests in international health (maximum 

250 words) with their application. 

GDip and GCert – A bachelor degree or 

equivalent and relevant work experience. 

Selection is based on academic background 

and work experience. Applicants should 

submit their curriculum vitae and a brief 

statement of their specific interests in 

international health (maximum 250 words) 

with their application. 

Specific 

requirements 




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Medical Sonography M 

Midwifery M 


Midwifery GDip 


The use of medical ultrasound within the field of medical 

imaging has seen rapid development over the past decade. 

Applications of ultrasound include obstetric, musculoskeletal, 

vascular, abdominal and small part imaging. Medical 

ultrasound examinations are now requested more often 

as a medical test, and sonographers, who perform these 

examinations, are in high demand. There is an option 

to graduate with a postgraduate Diploma in Medical 

Sonography, which can be completed over two years on a 

part-time basis. Students have the opportunity to exit at 

this level. 


A sonographer conducts dynamic diagnostic examinations 

with the use of high definition ultrasound imaging equipment 

covering a wide range of clinical areas such as obstetrics 

and gynaecology, abdominal, vascular, musculo-skeletal, 

paediatrics, breast and the superficial glands. Sonographers 

produce ultrasound images and provide an informed opinion 

on each examination. This course is accredited by the 

Australasian Sonographer Accreditation Registry (ASAR) 



Duration 

3 years part-time 

When 


Campus 

Bentley 

Study mode Off-campus 

Entry requirements Entry to the masters degree requires a 

recognised bachelor degree in medical 

imaging science or a related area. Those 

applicants without a medical imaging 

science background will need to demonstrate 

evidence of tertiary level tuition in human 

biology and psychology and provide referees 

for patient-based clinical experience. A 

supplementary application form is also 

required. 



This course aims to enhance the professional development of 

expert midwives. Students will investigate varied theoretical 

perspectives pertinent to midwifery issues. This course will 

build on the students’ initial midwifery qualification and their 

clinical midwifery expertise to prepare them as a scholar, 

leader and agent for change within midwifery. Studies will 

synthesise knowledge, skills and research findings from 

the humanities, biological and behavioural sciences into 

evidence-based practice. 


Upon completion, students will be able to expand their 

provision of expert midwifery clinical care to childbearing 

women from differing cultural backgrounds and their 

families. 



Duration 


When 


Campus 

Bentley 


Entry requirements A Postgraduate Diploma in Midwifery or 

equivalent and recent midwifery practice. 

Registration as a midwife with the Nursing 

and Midwifery Board of Australia. Those 

meeting these requirements may be eligible 

for recognition of prior learning to the third 

semester of the course. Applicants who are 

eligible for registration as a midwife with the 

Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia, a 

hospital based certificate in midwifery, and 

recent midwifery practice, may be eligible 

for recognition of prior learning to the 

second semester of the course. 

Specific 

requirements 




professor yvonne hauck 

Postgraduate Diploma Nursing (Advanced 

Specialisation – Midwifery) 

Master Science Nursing 

I have always been interested in women’s health issues 

and was inspired by an international midwife working 

in Canada to become a midwife myself. My midwifery 

passion led me on a path of lifelong learning, of which 

Curtin played a major part. 

The Master of Science Nusing degree at Curtin provided 

me with my first taste of research, which today plays 

an important role in my position as Western Australia’s 

first Professor of Midwifery. This appointment leads 

the way in practice-based midwifery research and 

innovation. It guides research that responds to the 

priorities of the consumer, clinicans and academics 

with the ultimate goal of improving maternity care for 

West Australian families. 


This course leads to initial registration as a midwife. 

Students will be encouraged to engage in critical thinking, 

self-discovery, self-direction and life-long learning. Through 

a combination of theoretical and practical learning, students 

will learn to apply evidence-based knowledge and skills in 

midwifery to provide safe care to both the mother and her 

baby. Students study legislation and common law affecting 

midwifery practice and will be prepared to demonstrate the 

National Competency Standards for the Midwife. 

To complement theoretical learning, students complete 

clinical practice a maternity setting under the supervision of 

an experienced midwife at one of Curtin’s partner maternity 

hospitals for a minimum of two days per week for the 

first 12 months, then three days per week for the final six 

months. Continuity of care experiences with women will be 

an important component of this course. Theory units will be 

integrated with practice throughout the course. 


Graduates are eligible to apply for registration as a midwife 

with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia. 



Duration 

1.5 years full-time 

When 


Campus 

Bentley 


Entry requirements A bachelor degree in nursing or equivalent 

and registration as a nurse with the Nursing 

and Midwifery Board of Australia. Nondegree 

registered nurses are considered. 

Specific 

requirements 




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Nursing M/PgDip 


Nursing Practice M (graduate entry) 

Nurse Practitioner M 


This course will enhance the students’ professional career 

development, preparing them for advanced clinical practice 

with individuals, families, groups and communities. 

Nursing theory and research, as well as professional role 

development, are integral to this course which focuses on the 

development of the multiple roles of the clinical expert. 

Students will complete a specialist stream in child and 

adolescent health nursing, domiciliary nursing or general 

nursing. All streams focus on the development of leadership, 

critical thinking and clinical decision making. All streams 

also incorporate an individual health project which students 

will complete, during the master component of the course, 

under the guidance of one of Curtin’s experienced staff. 


Fundamental to this course is the development of leadership, 

critical thinking and clinical decision making capacity, 

preparing health professionals for a leadership role at an 

executive level. The Domiciliary Nursing stream prepares 

registered nurses for a leadership role in domiciliary 

nursing and focuses on professional accountability and 

the development of competency at an advanced level in 

assessment and clinical judgement skills. 

Course code M - 189904 PgDip - 187807 

Duration 


part-time 

PgDip - 1 year full-time or equivalent 

part-time 

When 

M and PgDip - February or July 

Campus 

Bentley 

Study mode M - on-campus, off-campus and mixed onand 

off-campus 

PgDip - on-campus 

Entry requirements M – A bachelor degree in nursing or 

equivalent with a course-weighted 

average (CWA) of at least 70 per cent or 

a postgraduate diploma in nursing or 

equivalent with a CWA of at least 65 per 

cent, plus Division One registration with the 

Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia 

and at least one year of post-registration 

clinical experience. Applicants with a degree 

in a relevant field may be considered but will 

be required to undertake additional units 

to develop essential nursing knowledge 

and skills. Students must have successfully 

completed appropriate research units in 

their undergraduate degree. 

PgDip – A bachelor degree in nursing or 

equivalent with a course-weighted average 

of at least 60 per cent, plus Division One 

registration with the Nursing and Midwifery 

Board of Australia and at least one year 

of post-registration clinical experience. 

Applicants with a degree in a relevant field 

may be considered. Selection is based on 

academic performance, clinical experience, 

professional references and, where 

necessary, an interview. 

Specific 

requirements 





This graduate entry masters degree course emphasises 

the close integration of evidence based theory and clinical 

practice. Students’ theoretical learning is supported by 

extensive clinical practice under the guidance of registered 

nurses. 


Nurses remain in high demand globally and graduates find 

work throughout Australia and overseas. Upon graduation 

students can work as a beginning practitioner in a variety of 

healthcare contexts. The course has been designed to meet 

the accreditation requirements and competencies of the 

Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia to enable initial 

registration as a nurse. In order for students to be eligible 

for registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of 

Australia as a registered nurse, they must complete this 

course within five years. 



Duration 


When 

July 

Campus 

Bentley 


Entry requirements A bachelor degree or equivalent. Applicants 

must be able to demonstrate academic 

ability at the undergraduate and/or 

postgraduate level. Essential prerequisites 

include completion of a human biology 

related unit at tertiary level. Students who 

have not completed tertiary units in one of 

the above mentioned areas will be able to 

apply to study these unit(s) through the 

313696 Health Sciences Graduate Entry 

Foundation course. Note: examples of 

human biology related units that can be 

used for course entry are Human Structure 

and Function (Curtin) or both an anatomy 

and physiology unit. 

Specific 

requirements 






This course has a broad scope for relevance and practicality, 

yet has a balance of generic and specific content. Students 

explore theoretical and clinical practice components 

of the role of nurse practitioners, and study advanced 

practice across a range of clinical applications. Their 

studies particularly focus on professional accountability, 

competency to practise, evidence-based practice, critical 

thinking, diagnostic reasoning, clinical decision making and 

the quality use of medicines. 

In the first and third semesters, students complete an 

internship (combined total of 300 hours), under the 

supervision of a nurse practitioner in a hospital or agency. 

The final semester is devoted to an individual health project 

under the guidance of Curtin’s experienced staff. 


Graduates will be eligible to apply for endorsement as a 

nurse practitioner with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of 

Australia. 



Duration 


When 

January 

Campus 

Bentley 

Study mode On-campus, off-campus and mixed on- and 

off-campus 

Entry requirements A Bachelor of Science (Nursing) or equivalent 

plus a one year graduate clinical practice 

program (or equivalent) with a courseweighted 

average (CWA) of at least 70 

per cent or greater in the bachelor degree. 

Students must be registered in Division 

One of the Nursing and Midwifery Board of 

Australia and should have four years fulltime 

equivalent practice in their selected 

clinical specialisation. Their application 

will be assessed on the basis of clinical 

and education experience, academic 

performance and professional development. 

Specific 

requirements 





Nurses remain in demand 

globally and graduates can find 

work throughout Australia 

and overseas.

28 29 


Occupational Health 

and Safety M/PgDip 


This course provides students with strong theoretical and 

practical occupational health and safety (OHS) skills. It 

is accredited by the Institution of Occupaw tional Safety 

and Health (IOSH). Studies emphasise industry-based 

assessment and the development of practical skills. Masters 

students also have the option to undertake original research. 


Employment prospects are excellent. Graduates may gain 

employment in a variety of industries including mining, oil, 

gas, manufacturing and construction. There is also demand 

for graduates in corporate, government, health and academic 

sectors. 


Course code M - 150604 PgDip - 301104 

Duration 


part-time 

PgDip – 1 year full-time or equivalent 

part-time 

When 


Campus 

Bentley 


Entry requirements M – A Bachelor of Science degree which 

may include health sciences, engineering, 

medicine or similar plus 2 years relevant 

work experience. 

PgDip – A bachelor degree which many 

include health (sciences), engineering, 

medicine or similar. 


Occupational Health and 

Safety Management GCert 


This course emphasises risk and safety management. 

Students also explore legislation and regulations applicable 

to occupational health and safety. Learning is complemented 

with a specialist topic chosen to suit students’ interests and 

future career needs. 


Employment prospects are excellent. Graduates gain 

employment in a variety of industries including mining, oil, 

gas, manufacturing and construction. There is also demand 

for graduates in corporate, government, health and academic 

sectors 



Duration 


When 


Campus 

Bentley 


Entry requirements A bachelor degree from a recognised 

tertiary institution. 

Specific 

requirements 




Occupational Medicine M/PgDip 


The Master of Occupational Medicine and nested 

postgraduate diploma complement the individual training 

for Fellowship of the Australasian Faculty of Occupational 

and Environmental Medicine (AFOEM). AFOEM has developed 

competencies and curricula for training and assessment 

for Fellowship of the Faculty within the Royal Australasian 

College of Physicians. The Master of Occupational Medicine 

provides the academic support to the training program. 

The course has been developed with input from practising 

occupational physicians. The course units cover all of the 

nine domains outlined by the AFOEM. It contains 15 units 

of which 13 can be studied by distance education, with 

unit materials and learning experiences available in online 

mode. The two occupational medicine units are taught in 

intensive block mode and include elicitation and analysis 

of occupational and environmental history, assessment of 

fitness for work, sickness absence, principles of management 

and planning and evaluating health interventions to change 

individual and workplace behaviour. 


The industry prerequisite for practice as an occupational 

physician is the Fellowship of the Australasian Faculty of 

Occupational and Environmental Medicine (FAFOEM), part 

of which requires an external course of study related to 

occupational medicine. Curtin’s Master of Occupational 

Medicine will meet this requirement. The masters degree also 

provides a higher qualification that allows the opportunity 

for supervised research and evidence-based practice. 

Engagement in research gives students an opening to 

conduct and interpret investigations in relevant settings and 

design, implement and evaluate prevention strategies. 

Occupational Therapy GCert 


This course will provide the theoretical knowledge and 

advanced practical skills required in changing health and 

community contexts. Studies focus on emerging theoretical 

knowledge of occupation, clinical reasoning as a basis for 

reflective practice, management and evaluation skills, and 

applied research. 


Graduates using the title of registered health practitioner or 

the title of occupational therapist (OT) must be registered 

with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia (the 

National Board). Registration for practice enables graduates, 

once registered, to practise occupational therapy in all 

Australian states and territories. Graduates can also 

choose to be a member of the Australian Association of 

Occupational Therapists and/or OT Australia (WA). The 

course is recognised by the World Federation of Occupational 

Therapists. Graduates may also apply for registration in 

most countries although some countries may require sitting 

a licensing examination. 



Duration 


When 


Campus 

Bentley 


Entry requirements A Bachelor of Science (Occupational 

Therapy) or equivalent. 

Specific 

requirements 






Duration 


When 


Campus 

Bentley 

Study mode Mixed on- and off-campus 

Entry requirements Applicants must have a Bachelor of Medicine 

and Bachelor of Surgery degree or equivalent 

and relevant work experience for entry into 

the program. 

Specific 

requirements 




30 31 


Occupational Therapy M 

(graduate entry) 


This graduate entry master course offers students a 

fast-track option to becoming an occupational therapist. 

It is a two and half year program that provides students with 

the skills necessary for the delivery of quality occupational 

therapy services, and equips them to respond to the 

changing demands of the Australian health system. Students 

complete case studies and clinical practice that helps them 

to integrate their knowledge into evidence based clinical 

decision making. 

Studies will incorporate extensive clinical fieldwork practice. 

Students will also have the opportunity to take part in the 

Go Global program, participating in a fieldwork placement in 

China, India, Cambodia or the Ukraine for four weeks. 


Graduates are highly sought after. They may seek a career 

in health, disability and education sectors while others 

work with industry and non-government organisations. 

Graduates using the title of registered health practitioner or 

the title of occupational therapist (OT) must be registered 

with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia (the 

National Board). Registration for practice enables graduates, 

once registered, to practise occupational therapy in all 

Australian states and territories. Graduates can also 

choose to be a member of the Australian Association of 

Occupational Therapists and/or OT Australia (WA). This 

course is recognised by the World Federation of Occupational 

Therapists. Graduates may also apply for registration in 

most countries although some countries may require sitting 

a licensing examination. 



Duration 


When 

January 

Campus 

Bentley 


Entry requirements Applicants must have a bachelor degree 

preferably in a health or human science 

related discipline. Entrance into this course 

is competitive. Evidence of studies in 

human biosciences (for example, human 

biology) and psychology or behavioural 

science is required. If such evidence is 

not available, applicants may need to 

undertake prerequisite bridging units before 

commencing the program. 

Specific 

requirements 





student profile 

ian cheok 

Master of Occupational Therapy 

The thought of going back to university was daunting 

as I hadn’t studied for quite some time. Thankfully, 

when I spoke to the great team at Curtin’s School 

of Occupational Therapy and Social Work all of my 

anxieties quickly disappeared. 

The teaching and administration team have been 

amazing in their support and guidance. The way they 

have bent over backwards to help, encourage and just 

plain cheer the students on is commendable. Words 

cannot express the gratitude that I feel concerning their 

enthusiasm and contribution to my success. Through 

my career as an occupational therapist I hope to help 

people overcome challenges so that they can fulfil their 

physical and mental potential, enabling them to fully 

engage in what is meaningful to them personally. 

Paramedicine GCert 


The Graduate Certificate in Paramedicine is a collaborative 

program offered by the School of Nursing and Midwifery in 

conjunction with St John Ambulance Association, Western 

Australia. This one-year course is designed to provide 

registered nurses with the appropriate knowledge and skills 

to become ambulance paramedics. The course includes an 

extensive internship with the St John Ambulance Association. 


Upon acceptance into the program, you will complete 

an induction program with St John Ambulance Western 

Australia (WA). Over a 12-month period you will undertake 

both practical on-road and theory based assessments. You 

will graduate with a Graduate Certificate in Paramedicine and 

be offered the opportunity to work as a paramedic with St 

John Ambulance WA. 



Duration 

1 year part-time 

When 

November 

Campus 

Bentley 

Study mode Mixed on- and off-campus – two units are 

offered online 

Entry requirements A Bachelor of Science (Nursing) or equivalent 

is desirable, and applicants must hold a 

Division One registration with the Nursing 

and Midwifery Board of Australia. Applicants 

must have at least 24 months experience in 

an acute area of practice. A hospital-based 

diploma may be considered. A current WA 

driver’s licence is required. All prospective 

applicants will be subject to an interview and 

selection process with St John Ambulance 

Association and Curtin University. 

Specific 

requirements 




Pharmacy M (graduate entry) 


This graduate entry masters degree provides a pathway 

for science graduates to become registered pharmacists. It 

presents students with a comprehensive theoretical base, 

including chemical, biological, physiological, pharmaceutical 

and pharmacotherapeutic studies. At the end of the first 

year, students complete a community pharmacy placement 

under the supervision of a practising pharmacist to develop 

skills in a clinical setting. In the second year students 

focus on pharmacotherapy / pharmacy practice and on 

developing their research skills. Students also complete 

a hospital placement to further develop their practical 

skills. Throughout this course, students use high-quality 

laboratories and facilities designed to enhance teaching 

and aid the development of essential practical skills. 

The school laboratories include a model dispensary, a 

manufacturing laboratory, an asepsis suite and laboratories 

for microbiological, chemical and pharmacological 

investigations. 


Graduates may seek a career in healthcare working in the 

fields of community, hospital or consultancy pharmacy. 

Graduates may also develop a career in the pharmaceutical 

industry which employs pharmacists in a number of areas 

including research roles in the development of medicines, 

production of pharmaceuticals, quality assurance, regulatory 

affairs, marketing and drug information. They may also 

work for the State or Federal Government in regulatory and 

policy roles. Graduates are eligible to apply for provisional 

registration as a pharmacist with the Pharmacy Board 

of Australia. A further period of supervised practice is 

required in order to be eligible for general registration as a 

pharmacist. 



Duration 

2 years full-time 

When 

January 

Campus 

Bentley 


Entry requirements A relevant bachelor degree or equivalent 

with a history of above average grades. 

Essential prerequisites include completing 

of at least one tertiary unit in mathematics, 

statistics, chemistry, biochemistry, human 

biology and physiology (microbiology is 

desirable). 


Supplementary information is required see page 10

32 33 


Physiotherapy M (graduate entry) 


In this graduate entry masters degree, a series of coursework 

units provide students with foundation knowledge in a 

range of specialist and practical areas. Students complete 

case studies and clinical practice that helps them integrate 

their knowledge into well-informed clinical decision making. 

Studies emphasise evidence-based practice and encourage 

students to think critically when making decisions. Note: 

Participation is obligatory in laboratory classes which require 

appropriate disrobing when acting as clients in the peer 

group, and physically manipulating patients including lifting 

and supporting people with disabilities. 


Graduates are eligible for registration with the Physiotherapy 

Board of Australia and membership of the Australian 

Physiotherapy Association. Registration for practice enables 

graduates, once registered, to practise physiotherapy in 

all Australian states and territories. Graduates may also 

apply for registration in New Zealand. If you are applying for 

registration in the USA, UK or Canada, you will be required 

to provide details of your program of studies to the relevant 

bodies and sit a licensing examination. 



Duration 

2.33 years full-time 

When 

January 

Campus 

Bentley 


Entry requirements A relevant bachelor degree or equivalent 

and completion of units in musculoskeletal 

anatomy, psychology and human biology 

or physiology at university level. Study of 

units in research methods or evidence based 

practice, physics and statistics is desirable. 

Specific 

requirements 






Sunila Peterson 

Master of Counselling Psychology 

I was strongly drawn to this degree because of the 

opportunity to learn from high-calibre teaching staff. 

I have been both grateful and inspired by the depth 

and richness of content and practical knowledge that 

teachers have brought to their sessions. This includes 

their ability to communicate this knowledge in a 

meaningful manner, their intuition in identifying the 

learning gaps and guiding students to bridge these 

gaps in a manner that provides empowerment and 

independence, and the care they take in providing 

honest, clear and balanced feedback. All this 

helped me to improve and ultimately become an 

excellent counsellor. 

Psychology M 


This course provides students with advanced training 

in either clinical or counselling psychology, through a 

combination of coursework, practical placements and 

research. There are two majors available: clinical psychology 

and counselling psychology. The clinical psychology major 

provides students with the knowledge, skills and experience 

needed to practise as a clinical psychologist, and focuses on 

understanding and applying contemporary evidence-based 

practice in the assessment, treatment and prevention of 

mental health problems. The counselling psychology major 

prepares graduates in assessment, diagnosis, and evidencebased 

psychotherapy for individuals, couples, families, 

children and groups. Counselling psychologists work with 

a wide range of mental health disorders and psychological 

difficulties. 


This course provides access to a wide variety of employment 

opportunities. Graduates have obtained work in a 

range of high profile government and non-government 

counselling and mental health services. Many have attained 

management or senior roles in these organisations. Other 

graduates work in private practice where they are eligible 

to claim rebates for their clients from Medicare and most 

private health funds. Graduates are eligible to apply for 

registration as psychologists with the Psychology Board 

of Australia. Following two years of supervised practice, 

graduates may be eligible to apply for membership of the 

Australian Psychological Society’s (APS) College of Clinical 

Psychology or Counselling Psychology, and endorsement by 

the Psychology Board of Australia as a clinical psychologist 

or counselling psychologist. 



Duration 


When 

February 

Campus 

Bentley 


Entry requirements A four-year Bachelor of Psychology or 

equivalent, approved by the Australian 

Psychological Society (APS). 

Specific 

requirements 





Public Health M/PgDip/GCert 


In this course students complete units covering a broad 

range of public health issues before choosing a major in 

which to specialise. The first year is an introduction to public 

health, its origins and development, and the foundations 

of health research, health promotion, epidemiology and 

biostatistics, environmental health, health policy and 

management and public health nutrition. The following 

specialist majors are available: 

• M/PgDip/GCert – applied epidemiology and biostatistics 

• M – health policy and management 

• M/PgDip/GCert – public health 

• M - health promotion 

Each major includes a combination of specialist coursework 

and an independent research project or dissertation. 


Graduates from this course work in a variety of settings, 

dependent on the focus of their major. They may be 

employed in research, the public sector, non-government 

organisations and international companies. Graduates with 

a course weighted average above 70 per cent are eligible to 

apply for admission into the PhD program at Curtin. 



GCert - 303908 

Duration 

M - 2 years full-time or equivalent 

part-time PgDip - 1 year full-time or 

equivalent part-time GCert - 6 months 

full-time or equivalent part-time 

When 


Campus 

Bentley 

Study mode M and PgDip - on-campus, off-campus and 

mixed on- and off-campus 

GCert - on-campus or mixed on- and 

off-campus 

Entry requirements M – A bachelor degree or equivalent in 

a health-related discipline. Those with 

bachelor degrees in behavioural sciences, 

commerce and management, education, 

science and social science are also 

encouraged to apply.. 

PgDip – A bachelor degree or equivalent, 

preferably in a health science field, 

behavioural science, education, social 

science or management. Those with 

other qualifications and expertise will be 

considered but may be required to complete 

additional bridging units which will extend 

the course duration.. 

GCert – A bachelor degree or advanced 

diploma or equivalent. In certain cases 

relevant work experience may be recognised. 

Specific 

requirements 




34 35 


Sexology M/PgDip 


Speech Pathology M (graduate entry) 

Ultrasound GCert 


This course provides individuals with specialist knowledge 

and skills in the area of sexology. Graduates should have 

a comprehensive knowledge of recent research examining 

the biological, psychological and social aspects of human 

sexuality. It is anticipated that on completion of the program, 

graduates will be able to integrate this specialisation into 

their professional discipline, and be conversant in the key 

aspects of sexology as a public health issue. Complementary 

study in research methods is included. Media material of a 

sexually graphic nature is utilised in this course. 


Sexology graduates have established careers in the fields of 

psychosexual therapy, sexuality education and consultancy, 

child and elder protection, sexual health policy development, 

human rights, disability, cyber-safety training, health 

promotion, youth work, academia, medical management, 

risk management, sexual research and many others. 

Graduates may be eligible for membership of the Australian 

Society of Sexuality Educators Researchers and Therapists 

(ASSERT), which is a member of the World Association for 

Sexual Health. Graduates may obtain a specialist title as a 

psychosexual therapist, sexuality educator and/or sexuality 

researcher through ASSERT after completion of supervision 

requirements. The requirements for these titles in other 

countries differ. 



Duration 

M - 2 years full-time or equivalent 

part-time PgDip - 1 year full-time or 

equivalent part-time 

When 


Campus 

Bentley 

Study mode M and PgDip - on-campus or mixed on- and 

off-campus 

Entry requirements M – A recognised degree in a related health 

profession such as medical, social work or 

welfare studies, theology, education, health 

promotion, health sciences, psychology, 

sociology, anthropology, or biological 

sciences. 

PgDip – A bachelor degree in a professional 

health field, social work or welfare studies, 

psychology, theology, education, biological 

sciences or behavioural sciences, including 

sociology or anthropology. 



Nicole King 

Master of Forensic Sexology 

I had an interest in sexology and decided to undertake 

a master degree as I wanted more understanding of the 

criminological aspects of sexuality. 

During my studies I was able to research a topic of 

interest to me rather than having limitations such as 

only being able to work on the public health aspect 

of sexuality. I could combine health, criminology, 

psychology and sociology to create a well-rounded 

view necessary for understanding sexuality. 

The face-to-face workshops undertaken as part of my 

degree refined my skills and ability to discuss sexuality 

openly and with an audience or individual. I was 

exposed to concepts and points of view that helped me 

to challenge my own ideas and attitudes, which greatly 

assisted me in my professional development. 

Above all else, having a Masters in Forensic Sexology 

is an eye opener and it lets employees know that I can 

work with sensitive and confidential issues. 


Melissa Trinca 

Graduate Diploma Psychology, 

Master of Speech Pathology 

After completing my undergraduate degree at Curtin in 

Education and Asian Languages, I aimed to undertake 

postgraduate studies sometime in the future and 

was told the opportunities at Curtin were really 

varied. I have always had a passion for languages and 

communication, but wanted to extend my knowledge 

and skills outside of the office and classroom. 

I found that this degree was structured to help you 

succeed; the assessments, lectures and tutorials are all 

integrated and I was able to grasp learnings and apply 

new skills under the supervision of skilled tutors and 

lecturers. One important point for my future career was 

the fact that Curtin’s course was accredited. 

I look forward to making tomorrow better, by providing 

therapy to those children who are unable to see speech 

pathologists for up to a year, due to waiting lists. 

Literacy is a major issue amongst our youth, and early 

intervention is key in making sure these children can 

have a bright future with confidence. 


This graduate entry masters degree provides an entry 

level qualification in speech pathology. It enables students 

to develop an understanding of normal communication 

development, developmental and acquired communication, 

swallowing disorders, speech pathology clinical practice, 

clinical measurement and research. Students primarily focus 

on four areas: behavioural sciences, cognitive neuroscience, 

rehabilitation science and speech science. Studies are 

supported by extensive clinical practice. 


This course is accredited by Speech Pathology Australia. 

Graduates find employment in a range of public, not-forprofit 

and private services throughout Australia. 



Duration 

2 years full-time 

When 

February 

Campus 

Bentley 


Entry requirements Applicants with an honours degree or a 

bachelor degree with a course weighted 

average of 65% are eligible for entry to 

the program. The application process 

is competitive and typically successful 

applicants have demonstrated a distinction 

average. Evidence of studies in human 

biology and statistics at university level 

is essential. Applicants without this 

background will have to complete additional 

units in this area before commencing 

the course. Applicants will also submit a 

personal statement that reflects relevant 

work experience and knowledge of the 

profession. 

Specific 

requirements 






This course aims to provide the necessary educational 

foundations for ultrasound operators who aim to work 

in defined areas of practice, rather than across the 

broader range of ultrasound examinations required of the 

Australasian Sonographer Accreditation Registry. The 

program therefore, without additional study, does not lead to 

registration with the sonography board.The course includes 

the foundation units that are necessary to maximise 

imaging capabilities. Students are required to complete 

one unit in the area of clinical expertise, providing them 

with the necessary theoretical understanding and clinical 

skills to produce high-quality diagnostic images and an 

interpretation of them. 


This course is designed to enhance the capabilities of health 

professionals in the specialised area of sonography. 



Duration 

1 year part-time 

When 


Campus 

Bentley 


Entry requirements Entry to the Graduate Certificate in 

Ultrasound requires a recognised Bachelor 

Degree in Medical Imaging Science or a 

related area. 

Fees See page 8

36 

doctoral 

degrees 

Course Name 

Course 

code 

CRICOS 

Code 

duration location intake 

Master of Philosophy 

Biomedical Sciences 300532 061548C 2 years Bentley January, July 

Health Administration 195603 061549B 2 years Bentley January, July 

Health Sciences 195803 061550J 2 years Bentley January, July 

Human Communication Science 300542 061551G 2 years Bentley January, July 

Human Services 183903 061532M 2 years Bentley January, July 

International Health 310279 061552G 2 years Bentley January, July 

Medical Imaging Science 198203 061510F 2 years Bentley January, July 

Nursing and Midwifery 189903 061553F 2 years Bentley January, July 

Occupational Therapy 300335 061554E 2 years Bentley January, July 

Pharmacy 300356 061555D 2 years Bentley January, July 

Physiotherapy 301813 061556C 2 years Bentley January, July 

Psychology 300536 061557B 2 years Bentley January, July 

Public Health 300537 062555G 2 years Bentley January, July 

Doctor of Philosophy 

Biomedical Science 301892 043971D 4 years Bentley January, July 

Clinical Psychology 314234 056848M 4 years Bentley January, July 

Counselling Psychology 314235 054620C 4 years Bentley January, July 

Health Sciences 301913 043958A 4 years Bentley January, July 

Human Communication Science 301910 043962E 4 years Bentley January, July 

International Health 304703 052806J 4 years Bentley January, July 

Medical Imaging Science 303435 043957B 4 years Bentley January, July 

National Drug Research Institute 301926 043964C 4 years Bentley January, July 

Nursing and Midwifery 301888 043996F 4 years Bentley January, July 

Occupational Therapy 301905 043997E 4 years Bentley January, July 

Pharmacy 301903 043998D 4 years Bentley January, July 

Physiotherapy 301899 043999C 4 years Bentley January, July 

Psychology 301879 043965B 4 years Bentley January, July 

Public Health 301884 044001B 4 years Bentley January, July 

Social Work and Social Policy 301922 044003M 4 years Bentley January, July 

Doctor 

Clinical Physiotherapy 312202 071715K 4 years Bentley February, July

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