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health<br />
sciences<br />
Postgraduate Prospectus 2013/2014
1<br />
health sciences<br />
making tomorrow<br />
better<br />
CONTENTS<br />
Research excellence – <strong>Curtin</strong> <strong>Health</strong> Innovation<br />
Research Institute.............................................................. 2<br />
<strong>Health</strong> <strong>Sciences</strong> Graduate Research Facilities................. 3<br />
Your study options............................................................. 4<br />
Entry pathways.................................................................. 6<br />
Entry requirements............................................................ 7<br />
Fees...................................................................................... 8<br />
Scholarships....................................................................... 9<br />
Applying............................................................................10<br />
Important information and definitions..........................11<br />
Coursework degrees<br />
All of the courses highlighted with an asterisk are<br />
available to international onshore students.<br />
Biomedical Science M/PgDip*................................................14<br />
Child and Adolescent <strong>Health</strong><br />
Nursing PgDip/GCert...............................................................15<br />
Clinical Classification GCert*.................................................15<br />
Clinical Nursing M....................................................................16<br />
Clinical Pharmacy M/PgDip*.................................................16<br />
Clinical Physiotherapy M/GCert*..........................................17<br />
Diabetes MSc/GDip/GCert......................................................18<br />
Dietetics PgDip*.......................................................................18<br />
Environmental <strong>Health</strong> PgDip..................................................19<br />
Food Science and Technology<br />
MSc/GDip/GCert*.....................................................................20<br />
<strong>Health</strong> Administration M/PgDip*..........................................21<br />
<strong>Health</strong> Information Management M* (graduate entry)......21<br />
<strong>Health</strong> Promotion M*/PgDip*/GCert.....................................22<br />
<strong>Health</strong> Services Management M*...........................................23<br />
International <strong>Health</strong> M/GDip/GCert......................................23<br />
Medical Sonography M............................................................24<br />
Midwifery M...............................................................................24<br />
Midwifery GDip.........................................................................25<br />
Nursing M/PgDip*....................................................................26<br />
Nursing Practice M* (graduate entry)...................................27<br />
Nurse Practitioner M................................................................27<br />
Occupational <strong>Health</strong> and Safety M/PgDip...........................28<br />
Occupational <strong>Health</strong> and<br />
Safety Management GCert.....................................................28<br />
Occupational Medicine............................................................29<br />
Occupational Therapy GCert..................................................29<br />
Occupational Therapy M* (graduate entry).........................30<br />
Paramedicine GCert.................................................................31<br />
Pharmacy M* (graduate entry)..............................................31<br />
Physiotherapy M* (graduate entry)......................................32<br />
Psychology M*..........................................................................33<br />
Public <strong>Health</strong> M/PgDip/GCert*...............................................33<br />
Sexology M/PgDip*..................................................................34<br />
Speech Pathology M* (graduate entry)................................35<br />
Ultrasound GCert.....................................................................35<br />
Doctoral degrees*.............................................................36<br />
Academic calendar 2013/2014<br />
Semester 2 2013 Semester 1 2014 Semester 2 2014<br />
Domestic applications close Two weeks prior to Orientation* Two week prior to Orientation* Two week prior to Orientation*<br />
Orientation Week 8 – 12 July 24 - 28 February 28 July - 1 August<br />
Semester commences 15 July 3 March 4 August<br />
Semester closes 1 November 27 June 28 November<br />
*Note: some health sciences courses have earlier closing dates. Please visit healthsciences.curtin.edu.au for<br />
application deadlines.<br />
The Faculty of <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Sciences</strong><br />
is making tomorrow better<br />
by educating more health<br />
professionals than any other<br />
WA tertiary institution, and<br />
providing students with access<br />
to the latest knowledge and<br />
discoveries that will improve<br />
the standard of healthcare in<br />
Australia and will make a real<br />
difference to people’s lives.<br />
For detailed information on units provided<br />
in each degree please refer to the handbook<br />
at handbook.curtin.edu.au
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research<br />
excellence<br />
research.curtin.edu.au<br />
CURTIN HEALTH INNOVATION RESEARCH<br />
INSTITUTE (CHIRI)<br />
Australia’s population is undergoing dramatic changes in<br />
health, ageing and longevity patterns. While medical advances<br />
have improved child and maternal health, and prolonged<br />
our life spans, chronic illnesses associated with longevity,<br />
lifestyle and the ageing process – diabetes, obesity, cancer and<br />
cardiovascular disease – are increasing.<br />
Traditional, reactionary healthcare models based on providing<br />
acute, episodic care are no longer sufficient to deal with our<br />
changing health needs, and infrastructure is crumbling under<br />
a widespread lack of resources and funding.<br />
Innovative, future-focused models of healthcare are required,<br />
and <strong>Curtin</strong>, through the Faculty of <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Sciences</strong>, has<br />
responded to this major national issue with the establishment<br />
of the CHIRI.<br />
CHIRI facilitates high-quality translational health research<br />
focused on 10 broad programs of research. It brings together<br />
over 140 researchers from more than 24 different health<br />
professions, working in inter-disciplinary and<br />
multi-disciplinary research groups across the Faculty’s<br />
network of schools and centres, to develop high impact,<br />
high-quality research.<br />
These programs of research include;<br />
• Biomolecular Interactions and Drug Discovery in Chronic<br />
Conditions<br />
• <strong>Health</strong>y Environment and Behaviours<br />
• <strong>Health</strong> Information and Genomics<br />
• Human Movement and Rehabilitation<br />
• Lifespan – Development and Ageing<br />
• Metabolic <strong>Health</strong><br />
• Neuroscience and Mental <strong>Health</strong><br />
• Patheogenesis and Management of Disease<br />
• Research into Teaching and Learning Towards Better <strong>Health</strong><br />
• Vulnerable Populations<br />
It is engaged in developing practical solutions to global<br />
health challenges, preparing students for leadership roles<br />
in healthcare, and working with industry partners and<br />
communities to advance health and wellbeing around the<br />
world. Translational research is a key focus of CHIRI- taking<br />
research from the bench-top to the bedside to better health.<br />
CHIRI is about bringing people, knowledge and creative energy<br />
together in an inspiring environment where working as a team,<br />
constantly pushing the limits, will lead to greater success.<br />
STATE-OF-THE-ART RESEARCH FACILITIES<br />
<strong>Curtin</strong> <strong>University</strong> is committed to providing high-quality<br />
facilities for its research students. It has recently invested<br />
millions in state-of-the-art facilities including the <strong>Curtin</strong><br />
<strong>Health</strong> Innovation Research Institute (CHIRI) Biosciences<br />
Research Precinct and <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Sciences</strong> Graduate<br />
Research Hub.<br />
The CHIRI Biosciences Research Precinct is a $35 million<br />
investment uniting leading researchers and educators across<br />
biomedical sciences, pharmacy and public health in a central<br />
multidisciplinary research and teaching community.<br />
The precinct is helping to drive the search for better methods<br />
of preventing, diagnosing and treating a range of chronic<br />
diseases – and reducing the impact of diseases that burden<br />
populations worldwide.<br />
It provides 24 specialised suites and laboratory space for more<br />
than 100 scientists and research students.<br />
One laboratory houses a live-cell confocal microscope – a<br />
sophisticated instrument for the high-resolution imaging<br />
of cells. A further $2 million worth of diagnostic equipment<br />
for advanced gene, protein and cell analysis will help deliver<br />
unprecedented capabilities to researchers.<br />
CHIRI is about bringing people, knowledge<br />
and creative energy together in an<br />
inspiring environment where working as a<br />
team, constantly pushing the limits, will<br />
lead to greater success.
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your study<br />
options<br />
Your decision to enrol in a coursework program,<br />
a research program, or a program featuring<br />
both modes of study, largely depends on what<br />
you want to achieve and your study preferences.<br />
Postgraduate programs are for students who<br />
already have an undergraduate degree and<br />
want to study further.<br />
POSTGRADUATE STUDIES BY COURSEWORK<br />
GRADUATE CERTIFICATE (GCert)<br />
Graduate certificate courses are designed to develop advanced<br />
knowledge and skills in a specialised area that may or may<br />
not be directly related to your undergraduate degree. Some<br />
graduate certificates are available for non-graduates and most<br />
allow you to progress towards further postgraduate study.<br />
All of the programs are career oriented, and usually take one<br />
semester full-time or equivalent part-time.<br />
POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA (PgDip)<br />
Emphasis in a postgraduate diploma is on developing<br />
greater knowledge and skills through advanced studies of the<br />
methods, theories and strategies to which you have already<br />
been exposed at undergraduate level. You will maintain a<br />
vocational emphasis through strong links with industry.<br />
Completion of the postgraduate diploma usually takes two<br />
semesters, and you may be offered Recognition of Prior<br />
Learning (RPL) should you proceed to a masters degree.<br />
GRADUATE ENTRY MASTER (M)<br />
Graduate entry master courses provide a pathway for<br />
students who already hold a bachelor degree to gain<br />
an entry-level qualification in a profession. Graduate<br />
entry masters are available in health information<br />
management, nursing practice, occupational therapy,<br />
pharmacy, physiotherapy and speech pathology.<br />
In exceptional cases, applicants with a bachelor pass degree<br />
may also be considered if they can demonstrate superior<br />
academic achievement, significant work experience, and the<br />
capacity to undertake significant research.<br />
Research doctorates may sometimes be undertaken in a<br />
mixed mode with one or two semesters completed in Perth<br />
and the remainder in your home country if applicable.<br />
This arrangement depends on your project and must be<br />
negotiated with your supervisor.<br />
MASTER BY RESEARCH AND DOCTOR OF<br />
PHILOSOPHY DEGREES<br />
At least two-thirds of work towards a master by research<br />
degree must be pure research. The award indicates that you<br />
have contributed significantly to your field and are capable of<br />
carrying out independent research.<br />
The following courses are currently available for<br />
study by distance education or online:<br />
• Child and Adolescent <strong>Health</strong> Nursing -<br />
PgDip/GCert...................................................................15<br />
• Diabetes - MSc/GDip/GCert.........................................18<br />
• Environmental <strong>Health</strong> – PGDip....................................19<br />
• <strong>Health</strong> Administration – M/PGDip..............................21<br />
• <strong>Health</strong> Information Management – M........................21<br />
• <strong>Health</strong> Promotion – M/PgDip/GCert..........................22<br />
• International <strong>Health</strong> – M/GDip/GCert........................23<br />
• Medical Sonography – M..............................................24<br />
• Nursing – M/PgDip........................................................26<br />
• Nurse Practitioner – M..................................................27<br />
• Occupational <strong>Health</strong> and Safety – M/PgDip..............28<br />
• Occupational <strong>Health</strong> and<br />
Safety Management – GCert.......................................28<br />
• Public <strong>Health</strong> – M/PgDip/GCert...................................33<br />
GRADUATE DIPLOMA (GDip)<br />
The graduate diploma is a specialised, vocationally oriented<br />
award designed to develop knowledge and skills beyond<br />
the level achieved in a graduate certificate. Entry is normally<br />
based on completion of a bachelor degree or graduate<br />
certificate, although this can be in an unrelated field if you<br />
have work experience in the field of study. Less academically<br />
qualified applicants may still apply. Graduate diplomas<br />
are usually completed in two semesters full-time or<br />
equivalent part-time.<br />
MASTER DEGREE (M)<br />
A masters degree provides you with specialised knowledge<br />
and skills for research or advanced professional practice.<br />
Entry is normally based on completion of a bachelor degree,<br />
sometimes combined with relevant work experience, or<br />
completion of a graduate diploma. Where appropriate,<br />
provision may be made for you to undertake a bridging<br />
course or other preliminary work as a requirement for entry<br />
to a masters degree.<br />
DOCTORAL DEGREES – COURSEWORK OR RESEARCH<br />
A doctoral degree helps you develop systematic and critical<br />
understanding of a complex area of learning or professional<br />
practice. It usually requires at least three years of study.<br />
Students with a master degree, or a bachelor degree with<br />
first or upper second-class honours, may be considered<br />
for admission.<br />
Applications for master by research or PhD degrees must<br />
include a written two-page research proposal outlining<br />
the parameters and purpose of the research you wish to<br />
undertake. Visit: research.curtin.edu.au/guides/ forms/<br />
forms.cfm for more information and to download the<br />
application form.<br />
Although students may need to complete some coursework<br />
units, the major part of the work will be in the form of a<br />
thesis written under the guidance of a supervisor.<br />
DISTANCE AND ONLINE EDUCATION<br />
Learn anywhere, any time with our range of distance and<br />
online education options. Studying at a distance or online<br />
gives you the flexibility to fit your degree around your<br />
lifestyle, while access to <strong>Curtin</strong>’s library, support services<br />
and learning tools such as UniEnglish, Blackboard and the<br />
learning centre will help you to reach your potential.<br />
Our online courses include discussion forums, chat rooms<br />
and team projects, and you will interact online with<br />
experienced lecturers and tutors. For more information about<br />
health sciences online postgraduate courses visit<br />
courses.curtin.edu.au/course_overview/online-courses.cfm<br />
OPEN UNIVERSITIES AUSTRALIA<br />
<strong>Curtin</strong> is a member of Open Universities Australia – a<br />
program that allows students to complete university degrees<br />
through distance or online education. For more information<br />
visit open.edu.au
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entry<br />
pathways<br />
courses.curtin.edu.au<br />
entry<br />
requirements<br />
courses.curtin.edu.au<br />
Some postgraduate degrees require you to have studied in the same discipline at undergraduate<br />
level, whereas others only require study in a health-related discipline.<br />
COURSEWORK ENTRY REQUIREMENTS<br />
Refer to the entry requirements listed on the course<br />
that you are interested in.<br />
If you have a bachelor degree or equivalent in a<br />
health discipline, you may be able to choose from<br />
any of the following postgraduate courses:<br />
• Biomedical science M / PgDip.....................................14<br />
• Clinical Classification GCert........................................15<br />
• Diabetes MSc / GDip / GCert.......................................18<br />
• Environmental <strong>Health</strong> PgDip.......................................19<br />
• Food Science and Technology<br />
MSc / GDip / GCert........................................................20<br />
• <strong>Health</strong> Administration PgDip......................................21<br />
• <strong>Health</strong> Information Management M...........................21<br />
• <strong>Health</strong> Promotion M / PgDip / GCert.........................22<br />
• <strong>Health</strong> Services Management M.................................23<br />
• International <strong>Health</strong> M / GDip / GCert.......................23<br />
• Nursing Practice M........................................................27<br />
• Occupational <strong>Health</strong> and Safety M / PgDip..............28<br />
• Occupational <strong>Health</strong> Safety<br />
and Management GCert...............................................28<br />
• Occupational Therapy M..............................................29<br />
• Paramedicine GCert......................................................31<br />
• Pharmacy M...................................................................31<br />
• Physiotherapy M...........................................................32<br />
• Public <strong>Health</strong> M / GCert / PgDip..................................33<br />
• Sexology M / PgDip.......................................................34<br />
• Speech Pathology M.....................................................35<br />
The following courses require you to have a<br />
bachelor degree in the same discipline as the<br />
postgraduate course:<br />
• Child and Adolescent <strong>Health</strong> Nursing<br />
PgDip / GCert.................................................................15<br />
• Clinical Nursing M.........................................................16<br />
• Clinical Pharmacy M / PgDip.......................................16<br />
• Clinical Physiotherapy M / GCert...............................17<br />
• Dietetics PgDip..............................................................18<br />
• Medical Sonography M.................................................24<br />
• Midwifery M....................................................................24<br />
• Midwifery GDip..............................................................25<br />
• Nursing M / PgDip.........................................................26<br />
• Nurse Practitioner M.....................................................27<br />
• Occupational Medicine M / PgDip...............................29<br />
• Occupational Therapy GCert.......................................30<br />
• Psychology M................................................................33<br />
• Ultrasound GCert..........................................................35<br />
RESEARCH ENTRY REQUIREMENTS<br />
A higher degree by research differs from other postgraduate<br />
degrees in that at least two-thirds of the study program<br />
must involve research. Although you may need to complete<br />
some coursework units, the main part of the work will be a<br />
thesis written under the guidance of a supervisor.<br />
You can check the specific requirements for master and<br />
doctoral research degrees at: curtin.edu.au/research/<br />
futurestudents/admission.cfm<br />
Applications for most higher degrees by research can be<br />
made at any time of the year.
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postgraduate<br />
tuition fees<br />
fees.curtin.edu.au<br />
scholarships<br />
scholarships.curtin.edu.au<br />
Postgraduate courses attract fees. However,<br />
there are a range of schemes and services to<br />
help students with fees, including government<br />
loan programs.<br />
COMMONWEALTH SUPPORT PLACES (CSP)<br />
Some postgraduate coursework programs may have<br />
Commonwealth supported places available to students. This<br />
means that students pay a proportion of the cost of their<br />
course and the Government funds the balance. In previous<br />
years this type of place was known as HECS – the Higher<br />
Education Contribution Scheme.<br />
FULL-FEE PLACES<br />
Many postgraduate coursework programs only offer full-fee<br />
places. Students in these courses pay the full tuition cost of<br />
the course and must make payment upfront each semester.<br />
For indicative course fees, refer online to: fees.curtin.edu.au<br />
HIGHER EDUCATION LOAN PROGRAM (HELP) –<br />
HECS-HELP AND FEE-HELP<br />
HECS-HELP and FEE-HELP are loan programs (or discounts<br />
for up-front payments) for eligible students studying at<br />
public universities.<br />
The HECS-HELP and FEE-HELP schemes provide interestfree,<br />
income-contingent loan facilities for students. HECS-<br />
HELP can be used for students who have a Commonwealth<br />
supported place. FEE-HELP is available to students who have<br />
a full-fee place.<br />
Australian citizens, holders of a permanent humanitarian<br />
visa, and holders of a permanent visa who are undertaking<br />
a bridging study for overseas-trained professionals*, are<br />
eligible for the schemes. A student can elect to pay a portion<br />
of fees directly to the <strong>University</strong> and the remaining debt<br />
will be registered as a loan through the Australian Tax<br />
Office (ATO). Students will commence repaying any of their<br />
HELP loan through the ATO once their income reaches the<br />
minimum threshold for compulsory repayment. For more<br />
information visit: goingtouni.gov.au.<br />
For indicative course fees, refer online to:<br />
fees.curtin.edu.au<br />
There are a range of scholarships open to<br />
students, which are detailed below.<br />
RESEARCH SCHOLARSHIPS<br />
Australian Postgraduate Award<br />
Australian Postgraduate Awards (APA) are awarded to students<br />
with exceptional research potential who undertake a higher<br />
degree by research at an eligible Australian higher education<br />
provider. Australian citizens, New Zealand citizens and<br />
Australian permanent residents are eligible to receive an APA.<br />
The APA is available for a period of two years for a research<br />
masters, and three years, for a research doctorate. Doctoral<br />
students are eligible to apply for an extension of up to six<br />
months. The APA provides an annual living allowance of<br />
$24,653 (2013 value). This stipend is indexed annually and<br />
is tax-free unless taken on a part-time basis#. The APA also<br />
provides a thesis allowance; and a relocation allowance for<br />
successful applicants who relocate from another Australian<br />
state to take up the award*.<br />
In addition, all successful applicants of the APA will receive<br />
a <strong>Curtin</strong> Research Scholarship (CRS) bringing the total<br />
scholarship package to $30,000 per annum tax free.<br />
For further information visit: scholarships.curtin.edu.au<br />
National <strong>Health</strong> and Medical Research Council<br />
(NHMRC) Scholarships<br />
The aim of the NHMRC Postgraduate Scholarships scheme<br />
is to support outstanding Australian health and medical<br />
graduates early in their career so that they can be trained<br />
to conduct research that is internationally competitive, and<br />
develop a capacity for original independent research.<br />
This is usually achieved by NHMRC funding successful<br />
applicants to attain a research based postgraduate degree,<br />
which may be a PhD, a PhD equivalent degree, or Masters<br />
degree. For further information visit nhmrc.gov.au.<br />
<strong>Curtin</strong> <strong>University</strong> Postgraduate Scholarships (CUPS)<br />
CUPS are awarded to students of exceptional research<br />
potential who undertake a higher degree by research at<br />
<strong>Curtin</strong> <strong>University</strong>. Australian citizens, New Zealand citizens<br />
and Australian permanent residents are eligible to receive<br />
a CUPS.<br />
CUPS are available for a period of two years for a research<br />
masters and three years for a research doctorate. Doctoral<br />
students are eligible to apply for an extension of up to<br />
six months. CUPS provides an annual living allowance of<br />
$24,653 (2013 value). This stipend is indexed annually and<br />
is tax-free unless taken on a part-time basis#. The CUPS also<br />
provides a thesis allowance; and a relocation allowance for<br />
successful applicants who relocate from another Australian<br />
state to take up the award*.<br />
In addition, all successful applicants of the CUPS will receive<br />
a <strong>Curtin</strong> Research Scholarship (CRS) bringing the total<br />
scholarship package to $25,000 per annum tax free.<br />
For further information visit: scholarships.curtin.edu.au/<br />
scholarships/<br />
* 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.<br />
*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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important<br />
applying<br />
to curtin<br />
information and<br />
definitions<br />
futurestudents.curtin.edu.au<br />
COURSEWORK DEGREES<br />
AUSTRALIAN AND NEW ZEALAND APPLICANTS<br />
Check the entry requirements for the course you’re<br />
interested in<br />
It is important to check the entry requirements for your<br />
intended course before beginning the application process.<br />
Remember, entry requirements are minimum requirements<br />
for a course and the qualifications and experience of past<br />
candidates have usually exceeded these.<br />
<strong>Download</strong>, print and complete the application form<br />
The application form for all postgraduate coursework<br />
degrees can be downloaded at: futurestudents.curtin.edu.au/<br />
postgraduates/how-to-get-in/how-to-apply.cfm<br />
Supplementary information<br />
A number of our postgraduate courses require<br />
supplementary information to support your application,<br />
these courses are listed below. For more information visit:<br />
futurestudents.curtin.edu.au/postgraduates/how-to-get-in/<br />
supplementary-info.cfm<br />
• Child and Adolescent <strong>Health</strong> Nursing PgDip/GCert<br />
• Clinical Nursing M<br />
• Clinical Physiotherapy M/GCert<br />
• Diabetes MSc/GDip/GCert<br />
• Doctor of Philosophy (Psychology)<br />
• Midwifery M<br />
• Midwifery PgDip<br />
• Nursing M/PgDip<br />
• Nurse Practitioner M<br />
• Nursing Practice M<br />
• Occupational Therapy M<br />
• Pharmacy M<br />
• Physiotherapy M<br />
• Psychology M<br />
• Sexology M/PgDip<br />
• Speech Pathology M<br />
If you’d like to find out more about applying, contact:<br />
Faculty of <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Sciences</strong><br />
Future Students Services Office<br />
Tel: + 61 8 9266 4583<br />
Fax: + 61 8 9266 4593<br />
Email: futurestudents@health.curtin.edu.au<br />
RESEARCH DEGREES<br />
It is important to check the entry requirements for your<br />
intended course before beginning the application process.<br />
Remember, entry requirements are minimum requirements<br />
for a course and the qualifications and experience of past<br />
candidates have usually exceeded these.<br />
All applicants must complete the Application for Admission<br />
to a Higher Degree by Research. Your application form must<br />
be submitted with a summary of your proposed research<br />
topic. Guidelines are available to assist you with structuring<br />
your proposal. Please limit your proposal to two pages<br />
(excluding references). The application form and guidelines<br />
can be downloaded at: research.curtin.edu.au/guides/forms/<br />
forms.cfm<br />
If you would like to find out more about applying contact<br />
Faculty of <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Sciences</strong><br />
Tel: + 61 8 9266 7652<br />
Fax: + 61 8 9266 4593<br />
Email: researchstudents@health.curtin.edu.au<br />
COMMUNICABLE DISEASES<br />
Students in courses that include supervised practice (including<br />
research) in a clinical setting are required to undergo screening<br />
for, and vaccination against a range of infectious disease before<br />
beginning their placement. For specific details relating to these<br />
requirements go to: healthsciences.curtin.edu.au/current_<br />
students/immunisation<br />
CRIMINAL RECORD SCREENING<br />
Applicants for a number of postgraduate courses should<br />
be aware that many of these areas of employment require<br />
practitioners to have a criminal record screening. Students<br />
in these areas often undertake external placement, clinical<br />
practice or practicum involving contact with the public<br />
as a component of the course. External agencies, such as<br />
government departments, non-government agencies and<br />
hospitals, may require these students to obtain a criminal<br />
record screening prior to an external placement, clinical<br />
practice or practicum. Note that external agencies can vary<br />
their requirements without notice and may not always advise<br />
the universities of changes.<br />
A criminal record many not necessarily preclude a<br />
student from participating in an external placement,<br />
clinical practice or practicum. However, serious crimes:<br />
• of a violent or sexual nature<br />
• where the victim was under 18 years of age or elderly<br />
• for dealing or trafficking in drugs<br />
• involving fraud, or<br />
• any offence which resulted in a jail sentence<br />
may render a person unsuitable for employment and/or<br />
provision of services to clients.<br />
Applicants should be aware that if they apply for a criminal<br />
record screening this information may be placed on a<br />
national database and made available to other authorities<br />
(if it is of a sexual or child-related nature).<br />
The <strong>University</strong> will issue further details on obtaining the<br />
relevant criminal record screening to successful applicants<br />
upon enrolment, or included with an offer of a student place.<br />
Successful applicants should apply promptly for criminal<br />
record screening as this application may take time to be<br />
processed.<br />
At this time the <strong>University</strong> is aware that a criminal record<br />
screening is required from students enrolling in the following<br />
fields of study:<br />
• Child Adolescent <strong>Health</strong><br />
Nursing<br />
• Clinical Classification<br />
• Diabetes<br />
• Dietetics<br />
• Environmental <strong>Health</strong><br />
• Food Science and<br />
Technology<br />
• <strong>Health</strong> Information<br />
Management<br />
• <strong>Health</strong> Services<br />
Management<br />
• <strong>Health</strong> Promotion<br />
• International <strong>Health</strong><br />
• Midwifery<br />
• Nursing<br />
• Nursing Practice<br />
• Nurse Practitioner<br />
• Occupational <strong>Health</strong><br />
and Safety<br />
• Occupational Medicine<br />
• Occupational Therapy<br />
• Physiotherapy<br />
• Psychology<br />
• Public <strong>Health</strong><br />
• Speech Pathology<br />
WORKING WITH CHILDREN CHECKS<br />
The Working with Children (Criminal Record Checking) Act<br />
2004 aims to protect children from harm by introducing<br />
a high standard of compulsory national criminal record<br />
checking for people wishing to do paid, unpaid or volunteer<br />
work with children in Western Australia.<br />
<strong>Health</strong> <strong>Sciences</strong> students who will be working with children<br />
between the ages of zero and 17, for the purposes of their<br />
practicum, require a Working with Children Check. An<br />
application for a Working with Children Check is made<br />
through Australia Post agencies. Visit checkwwc.wa.gov.au<br />
for more information.
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coursework<br />
degrees<br />
courses.curtin.edu.au<br />
Biomedical Science M/PgDip<br />
Child and Adolescent <strong>Health</strong> Nursing PgDip/GCert<br />
Clinical Classification GCert<br />
Clinical Nursing M<br />
Clinical Pharmacy M/PgDip<br />
Clinical Physiotherapy M/GCert<br />
Diabetes MSc/GDip/GCert<br />
Dietetics PgDip<br />
Environmental <strong>Health</strong> PgDip<br />
Food Science and Technology MSc/GDip/GCert<br />
<strong>Health</strong> Administration M/PgDip<br />
<strong>Health</strong> Information Management M (graduate entry)<br />
<strong>Health</strong> Promotion M/PgDip/GCert<br />
<strong>Health</strong> Services Management M<br />
International <strong>Health</strong> M/GDip/GCert<br />
Medical Sonography M<br />
Midwifery M<br />
Midwifery GDip<br />
Nursing M/PgDip<br />
Nursing Practice M (graduate entry)<br />
Nurse Practitioner M<br />
Occupational <strong>Health</strong> and Safety M/PgDip<br />
Occupational <strong>Health</strong> and Safety Management GCert<br />
Occupational Medicine<br />
Occupational Therapy M (graduate entry)<br />
Occupational Therapy GCert<br />
Paramedicine GCert<br />
Pharmacy M (graduate entry)<br />
Physiotherapy M (graduate entry)<br />
Psychology M<br />
Public <strong>Health</strong> M/PgDip/GCert<br />
Sexology M/PgDip<br />
Speech Pathology M (graduate entry)<br />
Ultrasound GCert
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coursework degrees<br />
Biomedical Science M/PgDip<br />
Course outline<br />
Students can specialise in biomedical science, infectious<br />
diseases or molecular biotechnology. Each of the majors will<br />
provide students with valuable scientific and research skills<br />
through advanced level coursework units in specialist areas.<br />
Because postgraduate students often have specific plans for<br />
thteir postgraduate level career, the courses allow significant<br />
flexibility in the combination of units that may be studied.<br />
Students can learn key laboratory techniques in modern<br />
molecular genetics, microbiology, biotechnology, and<br />
medical sciences and can put their learning into practice in<br />
an advanced laboratory unit, or through individual projects<br />
within a research or diagnostic laboratory. In practical work,<br />
students will be presented with real-life situations involving<br />
experimental design, technique selection and solving<br />
practical problems in the laboratory.<br />
Career outlook<br />
Graduates can seek employment in biotechnology and allied<br />
industries, in government, hospital and university research<br />
and development laboratories and in other professions that<br />
require an advanced understanding of molecular biosciences.<br />
Graduates are eligible for membership of the Australian<br />
Biotechnology Association and equivalent industry<br />
organisations internationally.<br />
Course details<br />
Course code M – 310599 PgDip – 193107<br />
Duration<br />
M – 2 years full-time or equivalent part-time<br />
PgDip – 1 year full-time<br />
When<br />
M and PgDip - February or July (July intake<br />
is only available to those with prior learning<br />
or experience in this area. Contact the<br />
faculty to discuss your application).<br />
Campus<br />
Bentley<br />
Study mode M - on-campus or mixed on- and off-campus<br />
PgDip – on campus<br />
Entry requirements M - A bachelor degree in a biology or<br />
biomedical/life science based discipline or<br />
equivalent. Graduates from other science<br />
disciplines are considered.<br />
PgDip - A Bachelor of Science (Medical<br />
Science) or a Bachelor of Science degree with<br />
an appropriate major. Candidates holding<br />
qualifications other than those specified are<br />
assessed on an individual basis.<br />
Fees See page 8<br />
graduate profile<br />
Pallavi Garg<br />
Master of Biomedical Science<br />
Since finishing my degree in Biomedical Engineering<br />
in 2011, I worked as a programme analyst in Chennai,<br />
India for a year. I had a passion for furthering<br />
my education, so I decided to complete a Master<br />
in Biomedical Science. I selected <strong>Curtin</strong> because<br />
they offered the particular course that I wanted to<br />
undertake. I am still studying at present but after<br />
completing my masters I hope to be a researcher,<br />
developing new biomedical technologies to aid in the<br />
improvement of healthcare.<br />
Child and Adolescent <strong>Health</strong><br />
Nursing PgDip/GCert<br />
Course outline<br />
In this course students will learn to assess, plan, develop,<br />
implement and evaluate health promotion and education<br />
programs with community participation. They will also<br />
develop effective health research skills and learn to critically<br />
evaluate research findings and incorporate evidence-based<br />
knowledge into their community health nursing practice.<br />
Career outlook<br />
Graduates seek employment in community health practice in<br />
metropolitan, rural and remote area settings.<br />
Course details<br />
Course code PgDip – 311750 GCert – 308407<br />
Duration<br />
PgDip - 1 year full-time or equivalent<br />
part-time GCert - 6 months full-time or<br />
part-time equivalent<br />
When<br />
PgDip and GCert – February or July<br />
Campus<br />
Bentley<br />
Study mode PgDip – mixed on- and off-campus<br />
GCert – mixed on- and off-campus<br />
Entry requirements PgDip and GCert – Applicants must<br />
be registered in Division One with the<br />
Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia<br />
with a Bachelor of Science (Nursing), or<br />
its equivalent. Alternate mode of entry<br />
(non-degree) will be offered to nurses<br />
registered in Division One with the Nursing<br />
and Midwifery Board of Australia but<br />
without an undergraduate degree. Non<br />
degree students must meet the School<br />
of Nursing and Midwifery’s criteria for<br />
alternate mode of entry. Nurses who do not<br />
have an undergraduate comprehensive or<br />
postgraduate midwifery qualification will be<br />
required to complete a maternity nursing<br />
bridging program prior to entry. Registered<br />
Midwives who do not hold a Registered<br />
Nursing qualification will not be eligible to<br />
apply for this program.<br />
Specific<br />
requirements<br />
See advice on communicable diseases and<br />
criminal screening pages 11<br />
Fees See page 8<br />
Supplementary information is required see page 10<br />
Clinical Classification GCert<br />
Course outline<br />
This course is designed to provide specialist training at an<br />
introductory level in clinical classification. In addition to the<br />
introductory coding unit, students will gain a fundamental<br />
understanding of health data and information, health<br />
information systems and clinical conditions through<br />
ancillary units. These units and the introductory coding<br />
unit ensure students have a grounded understanding of the<br />
relevance and importance of coded data, and aim to improve<br />
employability after graduation. The course also includes<br />
a number of practical experiences to ensure students are<br />
comfortable with data extraction and using real health<br />
records.<br />
Career outlook<br />
Graduates of this course are qualified to seek employment as<br />
a clinical coder.<br />
Course details<br />
Course code 313454<br />
Duration<br />
6 months full-time or equivalent part-time<br />
When<br />
February or July<br />
Campus<br />
Bentley<br />
Study mode On-campus or off-campus<br />
Entry requirements A Bachelor degree or equivalent and proof<br />
of formal medical terminology training is<br />
required. In certain cases, relevant work<br />
experience may be recognised.<br />
Specific<br />
requirements<br />
Fees See page 8<br />
See advice on criminal screening pages 11<br />
and 16<br />
Graduates of Biomedical <strong>Sciences</strong> are<br />
eligible for membership of the Australian<br />
Biotechnology Association and equivalent<br />
industry organisations internationally.
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Clinical Nursing M<br />
Clinical Pharmacy M/PgDip<br />
graduate profile<br />
Clinical Physiotherapy M/GCert<br />
Course outline<br />
This course is designed to develop specialist practice with<br />
a focus on clinical leadership, promotion and integration<br />
of evidence-based nursing. It has specialist streams in<br />
critical care nursing (intensive care, coronary care, high<br />
dependency, paediatric intensive care) neonatal nursing,<br />
emergency nursing, acute care nursing, orthopaedic nursing,<br />
perianaesthesia nursing and perioperative nursing. The<br />
course emphasis is on developing graduates consistent with<br />
the profile of the specialist nurse.<br />
It is a collaborative program delivered in conjunction with<br />
clinical partners such as Royal Perth Hospital, Princess<br />
Margaret Hospital for Children and King Edward Memorial<br />
Hospital.<br />
Career outlook<br />
Many graduates achieve promotional positions in clinical<br />
fields such as clinical nurse and clinical nurse specialist.<br />
This course also provides the foundation for professional<br />
doctoral studies.<br />
Course details<br />
Course code 151704<br />
Duration<br />
3 years full-time or equivalent part-time<br />
When<br />
February or July<br />
Campus<br />
Bentley<br />
Study mode On-campus or mixed on- and off-campus<br />
Entry requirements A Bachelor of Science (Nursing) degree or<br />
equivalent with a course weighted average of<br />
at least 65 per cent. Applicants must also be<br />
registered in Division One with the Nursing<br />
and Midwifery Board of Australia and have<br />
at least 12 months full-time experience<br />
in the specialist area of practice relevant<br />
to the stream for which they are applying<br />
and must be concurrently employed in an<br />
approved area, working at least 18 hours per<br />
week.<br />
Specific<br />
See advice on criminal screening page 11<br />
requirements<br />
Domestic fees See page 8<br />
Supplementary information is required see page 10<br />
Course outline<br />
This course is designed to develop specialist practice with the<br />
focus of delivering pharmacy-specific clinical services.<br />
It builds on the curriculum of the hospital pharmacy stream<br />
within the graduate diploma to provide students with<br />
an opportunity to undertake some research. Under the<br />
guidance of one of the School of Pharmacy’s experienced<br />
academic staff members, students will complete a project in<br />
clinical trials, drug utilisation reviews, drug usage studies,<br />
implementation of clinical pharmacy services or other related<br />
topic.<br />
Career outlook<br />
For pharmacists, this program can lead to careers in<br />
areas such as:<br />
• medication reviews and cognitive services<br />
• hospital pharmacy specialisation (many graduates can<br />
apply for promotion after completion of this course)<br />
• introduction of new cognitive services in<br />
community pharmacy<br />
• academia.<br />
This course does not qualify graduates for registration as a<br />
pharmacist in Australia.<br />
Course details<br />
Course code M – 173804 PgDip - 183505<br />
Duration<br />
M - 1.5 years full-time PgDip – 1 year fulltime<br />
or equivalent part-time<br />
When<br />
M and PgDip - February<br />
Campus<br />
Bentley<br />
Study mode M and PgDip - on-campus<br />
Entry requirements M – A pharmacy degree, an appropriate<br />
honours degree or a relevant postgraduate<br />
diploma with a minimum of one year of<br />
work experience as a registered pharmacist,<br />
preferably with experience in hospital<br />
pharmacy.<br />
PgDip – A degree in pharmacy, with a<br />
minimum of one year of work experience<br />
as a registered pharmacist, preferably with<br />
experience in hospital pharmacy.<br />
Fees See page 8<br />
Merrin Lowe<br />
Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy<br />
The skills and knowledge that I gained while studying<br />
at <strong>Curtin</strong> are things that I use on a daily basis in my<br />
career. I developed amazing friendships during the time<br />
I studied at <strong>Curtin</strong>, and in fact many of these friends<br />
are now my colleagues.<br />
As a Clinical Pharmacist at St John of God Subiaco<br />
Hospital, I see patients at their bedside, counsel on<br />
medications, review medication charts and blood<br />
results and prepare discharge medication profiles. I<br />
work closely with other health professionals providing<br />
advice on medications and I am also involved in<br />
updating and reviewing medication related policies.<br />
For me, the best thing about being a pharmacist is<br />
the interaction that I have with patients and other<br />
healthcare professionals. No one day is ever the same<br />
and being a pharmacist allows me to have a positive<br />
effect on people’s health, which is a privilege.<br />
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Course outline<br />
This is a dynamic course, based on contemporary best<br />
practice. It provides an opportunity for physiotherapists to<br />
develop their standard of practice both academically and<br />
clinically. The course focuses on integration of biomedical<br />
evidence and current concepts in clinical practice relevant to<br />
physiotherapy. Development of advanced clinical reasoning,<br />
diagnostic and treatment skills are promoted through<br />
interactive teaching, and supervised clinical practice. During<br />
this course, students undertake supervised research or<br />
project work relevant to their area of practice.<br />
Professionalism, clinical leadership and excellence in patient<br />
management are expected graduate attributes. Students can<br />
major in manipulative therapy and continence and women’s<br />
health.<br />
Course details<br />
Course code M – 311773 GCert - 306930<br />
Duration<br />
M - 1 year full-time or equivalent part-time<br />
GCert – 6 months full-time<br />
When<br />
M - February<br />
GCert - February or July<br />
Campus<br />
Bentley<br />
Study mode M - on-campus or mixed on- and<br />
off-campus GCert - on-campus or mixed onand<br />
off-campus<br />
Entry requirements M – A four-year bachelor degree in<br />
physiotherapy or equivalent, or a three year<br />
bachelor or diploma plus at least 12 months<br />
relevant clinical experience. Applicants must<br />
be registered physiotherapists, or eligible for<br />
limited registration in Australia.<br />
GCert – A bachelor degree in physiotherapy<br />
or equivalent, plus at least 12 months<br />
relevant clinical experience at postgraduate<br />
level. Applicants who intend to enrol into<br />
clinical practice or placement units must<br />
be registered physiotherapists in Australia<br />
or be eligible for limited registration in<br />
Australia. Students completing nonclinical<br />
units off- campus do not require<br />
registration.<br />
Specific<br />
requirements<br />
Students will need to provide evidence<br />
of successful completion of an approved<br />
course in first aid (CPR). See advice on<br />
communicable diseases page 11<br />
Fees See page 8<br />
Supplementary information is required see page 10
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Diabetes MSc/GDip/GCert<br />
Dietetics PgDip<br />
graduate profile<br />
Environmental <strong>Health</strong> PgDip<br />
Course outline<br />
This course provides the student with the opportunity to<br />
advance foundation knowledge and skills in diabetes selfmanagement<br />
within the framework of chronic disease and<br />
the health impacts associated with the disease. In addition<br />
graduates will undertake advanced scholarly activity<br />
primarily in the diabetes field.<br />
Career outlook<br />
Graduates generally find advanced career prospects in the<br />
chronic disease management field. This course is accredited<br />
by the Australia Diabetes Educators Association. Eligible<br />
health professionals will be able to use completion of this<br />
course as part evidence for credentialing.<br />
Course details<br />
Course code MSc - 311581 GDip – 301415<br />
GCert - 302117<br />
Duration<br />
MSc – 1.5 years full-time GDip – 1 year<br />
full-time GCert – 6 months full-time<br />
When<br />
MSc, GDip and GCert – February or July<br />
Campus<br />
Bentley<br />
Study mode MSc - off-campus<br />
GDip and GCert – off-campus<br />
Entry requirements MSc – Applicants who wish to enrol in<br />
the Master of Science (Diabetes) must<br />
have completed the Graduate Certificate<br />
in Diabetes or equivalent from another<br />
university/or have equivalent industry<br />
experience. Additional requirements<br />
- students must have current health<br />
discipline-specifitc registration, where<br />
appropriate, to undertake any unit involving<br />
clinical practice.<br />
GDip and GCert – A bachelor degree in a<br />
relevant clinical based health, allied health<br />
or other relevant field plus at least 12<br />
months experience in a specialist area of<br />
practice. Registered nurses, enrolled nurses<br />
and Indigenous health workers who do not<br />
hold a bachelor degree may be considered<br />
on the basis of their clinical practice,<br />
education and professional development.<br />
Specific<br />
requirements<br />
Fees See page 8<br />
See advice on communicable diseases,<br />
criminal screening and working with children<br />
page 11<br />
Course outline<br />
In this course students complete a range of specialist topics<br />
in nutrition, counselling and food service. They also take<br />
two clinical placements, one in a hospital and one in a<br />
metropolitan or regional community health centre.<br />
Career outlook<br />
Graduates find employment as members of health teams<br />
in hospitals, community or public health, food service, the<br />
food industry, sporting groups, research teams and private<br />
practice. This course is accredited with the Dietitians’<br />
Association of Australia (DAA) and graduates are eligible to<br />
apply for membership as Accredited Practising Dietitians<br />
(APD).<br />
Course details<br />
Course code 309105<br />
Duration<br />
1 year full-time or equivalent part-time<br />
When<br />
February<br />
Campus<br />
Bentley<br />
Study mode On-campus<br />
Entry requirements A Bachelor of Science (Nutrition) degree or<br />
equivalent with a course-weighted average<br />
of at least 65 per cent. Applicants will be<br />
required to submit a written application<br />
to assess their suitability to the course.<br />
Applicants will be ranked on the basis of<br />
their course-weighted average (90 per cent<br />
of grading) and the written application<br />
(10 per cent of grading). Applicants with a<br />
dietetic qualification are ineligible to apply.<br />
Specific<br />
requirements<br />
Fees See page 8<br />
See advice on communicable diseases,<br />
criminal screening and working with children<br />
page 11<br />
Laura Kiely<br />
Postgraduate Diploma in Dietetics<br />
Nutrition was the perfect fit for me as I am fascinated<br />
by the human body, curious about food as a medicine<br />
and a lover of food and cooking.<br />
The <strong>Curtin</strong> Bachelor of Science (Nutrition) degree<br />
provided a great foundation of knowledge, which<br />
I built on with the Master of Dietetics. The study I<br />
have undertaken at <strong>Curtin</strong> has satisfied my hunger<br />
for all of these things and wet my appetite for the<br />
art of working with people and opened my mind to a<br />
scientific and enquiring way of looking at the world.<br />
The School of Public health facilities and passionate,<br />
friendly teaching faculty were the perfect recipe for<br />
a solid foundation to enter the work force. I’ve had a<br />
diverse career since graduating and now work as a<br />
consultant dietitian, running my own business called<br />
The Foodie.<br />
Course outline<br />
In this course students develop a range of theoretical<br />
skills, practical knowledge, and techniques to manage and<br />
control the effects of agents and hazards that impact on the<br />
environment and human health.<br />
Students who complete the Postgraduate Diploma<br />
of Environmental <strong>Health</strong> are eligible to work as an<br />
Environmental <strong>Health</strong> Officer in local governments anywhere<br />
in Australia. Western Australian graduates may be required<br />
to undertake a professional placement for gazettal.<br />
Career outlook<br />
Employment prospects are excellent with graduates gaining<br />
employment in a variety of government positions at local,<br />
state, and federal level, as well as in private industry,<br />
including the food and resource sectors. At local government<br />
level graduates are typically employed as Environmental<br />
<strong>Health</strong> Officers, while at state and federal level they may be<br />
employed in various departments across both the health and<br />
environment areas.<br />
Course details<br />
Course code PgDip - 185907<br />
Duration<br />
PgDip – 1 year full-time or equivalent parttime<br />
When<br />
February or July<br />
Campus<br />
Bentley<br />
Study mode PgDip - mixed on- and off-campus or fully<br />
online<br />
Entry requirements PgDip – A bachelor degree in a related area.<br />
Consistent with the interdisciplinary nature<br />
of the course, a broad range of degrees are<br />
acceptable including public health, human<br />
biology, food technology, environmental<br />
science, biology, chemistry and allied<br />
health.<br />
Applicants without a relevant undergraduate<br />
degree may be admitted following successful<br />
completion of relevant units.<br />
Specific<br />
requirements<br />
Fees See page 8<br />
See advice on communicable diseases and<br />
criminal screening page 11
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Food Science and Technology<br />
MSc/GDip/GCert<br />
Course outline<br />
The food industry is the largest industry in the world and<br />
needs highly trained professionals in food science and<br />
technology to ensure the supply, quality and safety of food.<br />
This field offers diverse and challenging careers and has<br />
been designed to provide professional training to both those<br />
already employed in the food industry, and those in other<br />
science fields such as: agriculture, nutrition, engineering,<br />
environmental health, consumer science and other related<br />
disciplines. It is ideal for those wishing to increase their<br />
professional status and to diversify their career opportunities<br />
as the course provides an increased knowledge base in the<br />
food science and technology field.<br />
Career outlook<br />
There is a high and growing demand for graduates of food<br />
science and technology in a range of professional areas<br />
including food quality assurance, research and development<br />
of new products and new processing technologies,<br />
microbiology, technical consulting, and sales and marketing.<br />
This program has an excellent reputation with government<br />
bodies and industry in Australia and overseas. These courses<br />
are professionally recognised by the Australian Institute<br />
of Food Science and Technology (AIFST) and graduates are<br />
encouraged to become members<br />
Course details<br />
Course code MSc – 311484 GDip – 186607<br />
GCert - 126011<br />
Duration<br />
MSc – 2 years full-time or equivalent<br />
part-time<br />
GDip – 1 year full-time or equivalent<br />
part-time<br />
GCert – 6 months full-time or equivalent<br />
part-time<br />
When<br />
MSc, GDip and GCert - February or July<br />
Campus<br />
Bentley<br />
Study mode MSc, GDip and GCert - on-campus<br />
Entry requirements MSc – A bachelor degree or equivalent<br />
qualification from a recognised tertiary<br />
institution, in science, applied science,<br />
engineering, nutrition, environmental health,<br />
agriculture or other related discipline.<br />
Applicants with other qualifications and<br />
expertise are considered for admission, but<br />
may be required to complete appropriate<br />
bridging units in order to meet the required<br />
entry standards.<br />
GDip – A bachelor degree or equivalent<br />
qualification from a recognised tertiary<br />
institution, in science, applied science,<br />
engineering, nutrition, environmental health<br />
, agriculture or other related discipline.<br />
Applicants with other qualifications and<br />
expertise are considered for admission, but<br />
may be required to complete appropriate<br />
bridging units in order to meet the required<br />
entry standards.<br />
GCert – A bachelor degree in an appropriate<br />
field or an equivalent qualification from a<br />
recognised tertiary education institution.<br />
Specific<br />
requirements<br />
Fees See page 8<br />
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criminal screening page 11<br />
<strong>Health</strong> Administration M/PgDip<br />
Course outline<br />
In these courses students develop conceptual knowledge in<br />
the field of health policy management. They are designed<br />
to equip individuals with the knowledge and skills necessary<br />
to succeed in senior policy, management, leadership and<br />
planning positions within health related organisations. In<br />
these courses students choose from a range of specialist<br />
topics in health planning, health management, leadership,<br />
health policy, quality and safety and economics..<br />
Career outlook<br />
Graduates in health administration are prepared for roles<br />
in the public and private sectors in health management,<br />
administration and clinical management.<br />
Course details<br />
Course code M – 195604<br />
PgDip – 191205<br />
Duration<br />
M – 2 years full-time or equivalent<br />
part-time<br />
PgDip – 1 year full-time or equivalent<br />
part-time<br />
When<br />
M and PgDip - February or July<br />
Campus<br />
Bentley<br />
Study mode M - on-campus, off-campus and mixed<br />
on- and off-campus<br />
PgDip - on-campus or off-campus<br />
Entry requirements M and PgDip – A bachelor degree or<br />
equivalent in an appropriate discipline.<br />
Relevant work experience is desirable.<br />
Fees See page 8<br />
<strong>Health</strong> Information Management M<br />
(graduate entry)<br />
Course outline<br />
This graduate entry master course will enable talented<br />
students to obtain a degree that combines scientific,<br />
technical and management expertise expected of an entry<br />
level health information manager. The health information<br />
manager acts as the bridge between clinical, management<br />
and systems aspects of health. It is a fulfilling profession<br />
responsible for the collection, storage, analysis and<br />
distribution of healthcare information. The course offers a<br />
number of practical experiences in management, e-health<br />
and clinical coding to ensure students are comfortable in the<br />
extraction of data and management of health information.<br />
Career outlook<br />
Excellent career opportunities exist in Australia and<br />
internationally.<br />
Course details<br />
Course code 313455<br />
Duration<br />
2 years full-time or equivalent part-time<br />
When<br />
February or July<br />
Campus<br />
Bentley<br />
Study mode On-campus or off-campus<br />
Entry requirements A bachelor degree or equivalent and proof<br />
of formal medical terminology training is<br />
required.<br />
Specific<br />
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requirements<br />
Fees See page 8<br />
The Food Science and<br />
Technology program has<br />
an excellent reputation with<br />
government bodies and<br />
industry in Australia and<br />
overseas.<br />
<strong>Health</strong> Information<br />
Management provides<br />
excellent career<br />
opportunities in Australia<br />
and internationally.
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<strong>Health</strong> Promotion M/PgDip/GCert<br />
graduate profile<br />
<strong>Health</strong> Services Management M<br />
International <strong>Health</strong> M/GDip/GCert<br />
Course outline<br />
This course has been developed to further knowledge<br />
and increase skills in the major principles pertaining to<br />
health promotion. Current issues in optimising health and<br />
prevention of disease are addressed, research skills are<br />
developed, and planning, implementation and evaluation<br />
of health promotion programs in various settings are<br />
undertaken. The research component of the course is taken<br />
under appropriate academic supervision and tailored to meet<br />
the needs of the student.<br />
Career outlook<br />
Employment can be found at local, state, national and<br />
international government agencies, and non-government<br />
agencies such as the National Heart Foundation, Cancer<br />
Council, <strong>Health</strong> Department, Main Roads, local government,<br />
Medicare locals and the WA AIDS Council.<br />
Course details<br />
Course code M – 149904 PgDip - 194705<br />
GCert - 126311<br />
Duration<br />
M – 1.5 years full-time, or equivalent parttime<br />
PgDip - 1 year full-time (if commencing in<br />
semester 1), or equivalent part-time<br />
GCert – 12 months part-time<br />
When<br />
January or July<br />
Campus<br />
Bentley<br />
Study mode On-campus or off-campus<br />
Entry requirements M – A relevant bachelor degree plus two<br />
years of relevant post‐bachelor degree work<br />
experience. Work experience is assessed<br />
on the basis of the following ‐ level of<br />
seniority and responsibility, job description,<br />
work‐based referee report, publications<br />
or other written reports, short courses or<br />
conference attendance.<br />
PgDip –An undergraduate degree or<br />
equivalent qualification from a tertiary<br />
institution preferably in a health<br />
professional area, education, behavioural<br />
sciences, social sciences, or management.<br />
Applicants with other qualifications and<br />
expertise are considered for admission, but<br />
may be required to complete appropriate<br />
bridging units.<br />
GCert – A Bachelor degree or equivalent<br />
with a health related background from a<br />
recognised tertiary institution.<br />
Specific<br />
requirements<br />
Fees See page 8<br />
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sharryn batt<br />
Master of <strong>Health</strong> Promotion<br />
I cannot begin to explain just how much I have learnt<br />
from studying health promotion at <strong>Curtin</strong> and how<br />
much this whole experience has changed my life.<br />
Having the expertise, support and feedback from my<br />
lecturers and tutors was fantastic.<br />
Virtually everything I learnt in theory, I later<br />
experienced in practice. Studying has also helped to me<br />
really understand the people I work with so that now<br />
it is much easier to accept them and how they react<br />
and respond to health promotion strategies and the<br />
process of change.<br />
graduate profile<br />
Mindu Dorji<br />
Master of <strong>Health</strong> Services Management<br />
My study at <strong>Curtin</strong> has been a great experience. I found<br />
that the units I took were very relevant and practical to<br />
my day-to-day work. My professors and lecturers were<br />
helpful and ready to provide assistance at any given<br />
point of time if I needed their help. I feel that my study<br />
at <strong>Curtin</strong> <strong>University</strong> fully prepared and equipped me to<br />
meet the future challenges I will face in my career.<br />
Course outline<br />
This course further develops the ability to plan, manage,<br />
monitor and coordinate systems of healthcare delivery. It<br />
is designed to equip individuals with the knowledge and<br />
skills necessary to hold senior management, administrative<br />
and planning positions within health service institutions.<br />
It is aimed at both health professionals wishing to acquire<br />
management and administrative skills and non-health<br />
professionals intending to seek a career in health services<br />
management.<br />
Career outlook<br />
Graduates in health services management are prepared<br />
for roles in the public and private sectors in health<br />
management, health planning, senior administration<br />
and clinical management.<br />
Course details<br />
Course code 150004<br />
Duration<br />
1.5 years full-time or equivalent part-time<br />
When<br />
February or July<br />
Campus<br />
Bentley<br />
Study mode On-campus, or mixed on- and off-campus<br />
Entry requirements A bachelor degree in a relevant health<br />
science discipline. Applicants from other<br />
backgrounds will be considered<br />
Specific<br />
requirements<br />
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Course outline<br />
The Master of International <strong>Health</strong> is designed to facilitate<br />
the development of knowledge in understanding significant<br />
global health problems and issues and to assist in the<br />
acquisition of skills to enhance the planning, management<br />
and delivery of appropriate health programs and services.<br />
This course is informed by policies and directions of<br />
important international organisations such as the<br />
World <strong>Health</strong> Organisation and the World Bank, and on<br />
government organisations involved in health and research.<br />
Career outlook<br />
Higher qualifications enhance career opportunities. The<br />
Master of International <strong>Health</strong> aims to achieve this through<br />
the acquisition of specialised knowledge in rapidly expanding<br />
areas of health that transcend national boundaries.<br />
The research project for this course is designed for the<br />
acquisitions of practical research skills. It is particularly<br />
valuable for people who plan a dynamic career where the<br />
immediate applications of basic research and evaluation<br />
skills are essential.<br />
Course details<br />
Course code M – 186804 GDip – 303648 GCert - 305793<br />
Duration<br />
M - 1.5 years full-time or equivalent<br />
part-time<br />
GDip – 1 year full-time or equivalent<br />
part-time<br />
GCert – 6 months full-time or equivalent<br />
part-time<br />
When<br />
M, GDip and GCert February or July<br />
Campus<br />
Bentley<br />
Study mode M, GDip and GCert - fully-online<br />
Entry requirements M – A bachelor degree or equivalent and/<br />
or a graduate qualification plus significant<br />
work experience at a senior level in a health<br />
science or a relevant professional discipline.<br />
Applicants should submit their curriculum<br />
vitae and a brief statement of their specific<br />
interests in international health (maximum<br />
250 words) with their application.<br />
GDip and GCert – A bachelor degree or<br />
equivalent and relevant work experience.<br />
Selection is based on academic background<br />
and work experience. Applicants should<br />
submit their curriculum vitae and a brief<br />
statement of their specific interests in<br />
international health (maximum 250 words)<br />
with their application.<br />
Specific<br />
requirements<br />
Fees See page 8<br />
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Medical Sonography M<br />
Midwifery M<br />
graduate profile<br />
Midwifery GDip<br />
Course outline<br />
The use of medical ultrasound within the field of medical<br />
imaging has seen rapid development over the past decade.<br />
Applications of ultrasound include obstetric, musculoskeletal,<br />
vascular, abdominal and small part imaging. Medical<br />
ultrasound examinations are now requested more often<br />
as a medical test, and sonographers, who perform these<br />
examinations, are in high demand. There is an option<br />
to graduate with a postgraduate Diploma in Medical<br />
Sonography, which can be completed over two years on a<br />
part-time basis. Students have the opportunity to exit at<br />
this level.<br />
Career outlook<br />
A sonographer conducts dynamic diagnostic examinations<br />
with the use of high definition ultrasound imaging equipment<br />
covering a wide range of clinical areas such as obstetrics<br />
and gynaecology, abdominal, vascular, musculo-skeletal,<br />
paediatrics, breast and the superficial glands. Sonographers<br />
produce ultrasound images and provide an informed opinion<br />
on each examination. This course is accredited by the<br />
Australasian Sonographer Accreditation Registry (ASAR)<br />
Course details<br />
Course code 310692<br />
Duration<br />
3 years part-time<br />
When<br />
February or July<br />
Campus<br />
Bentley<br />
Study mode Off-campus<br />
Entry requirements Entry to the masters degree requires a<br />
recognised bachelor degree in medical<br />
imaging science or a related area. Those<br />
applicants without a medical imaging<br />
science background will need to demonstrate<br />
evidence of tertiary level tuition in human<br />
biology and psychology and provide referees<br />
for patient-based clinical experience. A<br />
supplementary application form is also<br />
required.<br />
Fees See page 8<br />
Course outline<br />
This course aims to enhance the professional development of<br />
expert midwives. Students will investigate varied theoretical<br />
perspectives pertinent to midwifery issues. This course will<br />
build on the students’ initial midwifery qualification and their<br />
clinical midwifery expertise to prepare them as a scholar,<br />
leader and agent for change within midwifery. Studies will<br />
synthesise knowledge, skills and research findings from<br />
the humanities, biological and behavioural sciences into<br />
evidence-based practice.<br />
Career outlook<br />
Upon completion, students will be able to expand their<br />
provision of expert midwifery clinical care to childbearing<br />
women from differing cultural backgrounds and their<br />
families.<br />
Course details<br />
Course code 151504<br />
Duration<br />
1.5 years full-time or equivalent part-time<br />
When<br />
February or July<br />
Campus<br />
Bentley<br />
Study mode On-campus<br />
Entry requirements A Postgraduate Diploma in Midwifery or<br />
equivalent and recent midwifery practice.<br />
Registration as a midwife with the Nursing<br />
and Midwifery Board of Australia. Those<br />
meeting these requirements may be eligible<br />
for recognition of prior learning to the third<br />
semester of the course. Applicants who are<br />
eligible for registration as a midwife with the<br />
Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia, a<br />
hospital based certificate in midwifery, and<br />
recent midwifery practice, may be eligible<br />
for recognition of prior learning to the<br />
second semester of the course.<br />
Specific<br />
requirements<br />
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professor yvonne hauck<br />
Postgraduate Diploma Nursing (Advanced<br />
Specialisation – Midwifery)<br />
Master Science Nursing<br />
I have always been interested in women’s health issues<br />
and was inspired by an international midwife working<br />
in Canada to become a midwife myself. My midwifery<br />
passion led me on a path of lifelong learning, of which<br />
<strong>Curtin</strong> played a major part.<br />
The Master of Science Nusing degree at <strong>Curtin</strong> provided<br />
me with my first taste of research, which today plays<br />
an important role in my position as Western Australia’s<br />
first Professor of Midwifery. This appointment leads<br />
the way in practice-based midwifery research and<br />
innovation. It guides research that responds to the<br />
priorities of the consumer, clinicans and academics<br />
with the ultimate goal of improving maternity care for<br />
West Australian families.<br />
Course outline<br />
This course leads to initial registration as a midwife.<br />
Students will be encouraged to engage in critical thinking,<br />
self-discovery, self-direction and life-long learning. Through<br />
a combination of theoretical and practical learning, students<br />
will learn to apply evidence-based knowledge and skills in<br />
midwifery to provide safe care to both the mother and her<br />
baby. Students study legislation and common law affecting<br />
midwifery practice and will be prepared to demonstrate the<br />
National Competency Standards for the Midwife.<br />
To complement theoretical learning, students complete<br />
clinical practice a maternity setting under the supervision of<br />
an experienced midwife at one of <strong>Curtin</strong>’s partner maternity<br />
hospitals for a minimum of two days per week for the<br />
first 12 months, then three days per week for the final six<br />
months. Continuity of care experiences with women will be<br />
an important component of this course. Theory units will be<br />
integrated with practice throughout the course.<br />
Career outlook<br />
Graduates are eligible to apply for registration as a midwife<br />
with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia.<br />
Course details<br />
Course code 314266<br />
Duration<br />
1.5 years full-time<br />
When<br />
February or July<br />
Campus<br />
Bentley<br />
Study mode On-campus<br />
Entry requirements A bachelor degree in nursing or equivalent<br />
and registration as a nurse with the Nursing<br />
and Midwifery Board of Australia. Nondegree<br />
registered nurses are considered.<br />
Specific<br />
requirements<br />
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Nursing M/PgDip<br />
Course details<br />
Nursing Practice M (graduate entry)<br />
Nurse Practitioner M<br />
Course outline<br />
This course will enhance the students’ professional career<br />
development, preparing them for advanced clinical practice<br />
with individuals, families, groups and communities.<br />
Nursing theory and research, as well as professional role<br />
development, are integral to this course which focuses on the<br />
development of the multiple roles of the clinical expert.<br />
Students will complete a specialist stream in child and<br />
adolescent health nursing, domiciliary nursing or general<br />
nursing. All streams focus on the development of leadership,<br />
critical thinking and clinical decision making. All streams<br />
also incorporate an individual health project which students<br />
will complete, during the master component of the course,<br />
under the guidance of one of <strong>Curtin</strong>’s experienced staff.<br />
Career outlook<br />
Fundamental to this course is the development of leadership,<br />
critical thinking and clinical decision making capacity,<br />
preparing health professionals for a leadership role at an<br />
executive level. The Domiciliary Nursing stream prepares<br />
registered nurses for a leadership role in domiciliary<br />
nursing and focuses on professional accountability and<br />
the development of competency at an advanced level in<br />
assessment and clinical judgement skills.<br />
Course code M - 189904 PgDip - 187807<br />
Duration<br />
M - 1.5 years full-time or equivalent<br />
part-time<br />
PgDip - 1 year full-time or equivalent<br />
part-time<br />
When<br />
M and PgDip - February or July<br />
Campus<br />
Bentley<br />
Study mode M - on-campus, off-campus and mixed onand<br />
off-campus<br />
PgDip - on-campus<br />
Entry requirements M – A bachelor degree in nursing or<br />
equivalent with a course-weighted<br />
average (CWA) of at least 70 per cent or<br />
a postgraduate diploma in nursing or<br />
equivalent with a CWA of at least 65 per<br />
cent, plus Division One registration with the<br />
Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia<br />
and at least one year of post-registration<br />
clinical experience. Applicants with a degree<br />
in a relevant field may be considered but will<br />
be required to undertake additional units<br />
to develop essential nursing knowledge<br />
and skills. Students must have successfully<br />
completed appropriate research units in<br />
their undergraduate degree.<br />
PgDip – A bachelor degree in nursing or<br />
equivalent with a course-weighted average<br />
of at least 60 per cent, plus Division One<br />
registration with the Nursing and Midwifery<br />
Board of Australia and at least one year<br />
of post-registration clinical experience.<br />
Applicants with a degree in a relevant field<br />
may be considered. Selection is based on<br />
academic performance, clinical experience,<br />
professional references and, where<br />
necessary, an interview.<br />
Specific<br />
requirements<br />
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Course outline<br />
This graduate entry masters degree course emphasises<br />
the close integration of evidence based theory and clinical<br />
practice. Students’ theoretical learning is supported by<br />
extensive clinical practice under the guidance of registered<br />
nurses.<br />
Career outlook<br />
Nurses remain in high demand globally and graduates find<br />
work throughout Australia and overseas. Upon graduation<br />
students can work as a beginning practitioner in a variety of<br />
healthcare contexts. The course has been designed to meet<br />
the accreditation requirements and competencies of the<br />
Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia to enable initial<br />
registration as a nurse. In order for students to be eligible<br />
for registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of<br />
Australia as a registered nurse, they must complete this<br />
course within five years.<br />
Course details<br />
Course code 313720<br />
Duration<br />
2 years full-time or equivalent part-time<br />
When<br />
July<br />
Campus<br />
Bentley<br />
Study mode On-campus<br />
Entry requirements A bachelor degree or equivalent. Applicants<br />
must be able to demonstrate academic<br />
ability at the undergraduate and/or<br />
postgraduate level. Essential prerequisites<br />
include completion of a human biology<br />
related unit at tertiary level. Students who<br />
have not completed tertiary units in one of<br />
the above mentioned areas will be able to<br />
apply to study these unit(s) through the<br />
313696 <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Sciences</strong> Graduate Entry<br />
Foundation course. Note: examples of<br />
human biology related units that can be<br />
used for course entry are Human Structure<br />
and Function (<strong>Curtin</strong>) or both an anatomy<br />
and physiology unit.<br />
Specific<br />
requirements<br />
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Supplementary information is required see page 10<br />
Course outline<br />
This course has a broad scope for relevance and practicality,<br />
yet has a balance of generic and specific content. Students<br />
explore theoretical and clinical practice components<br />
of the role of nurse practitioners, and study advanced<br />
practice across a range of clinical applications. Their<br />
studies particularly focus on professional accountability,<br />
competency to practise, evidence-based practice, critical<br />
thinking, diagnostic reasoning, clinical decision making and<br />
the quality use of medicines.<br />
In the first and third semesters, students complete an<br />
internship (combined total of 300 hours), under the<br />
supervision of a nurse practitioner in a hospital or agency.<br />
The final semester is devoted to an individual health project<br />
under the guidance of <strong>Curtin</strong>’s experienced staff.<br />
Career outlook<br />
Graduates will be eligible to apply for endorsement as a<br />
nurse practitioner with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of<br />
Australia.<br />
Course details<br />
Course code 309608<br />
Duration<br />
2 years full-time or equivalent part-time<br />
When<br />
January<br />
Campus<br />
Bentley<br />
Study mode On-campus, off-campus and mixed on- and<br />
off-campus<br />
Entry requirements A Bachelor of Science (Nursing) or equivalent<br />
plus a one year graduate clinical practice<br />
program (or equivalent) with a courseweighted<br />
average (CWA) of at least 70<br />
per cent or greater in the bachelor degree.<br />
Students must be registered in Division<br />
One of the Nursing and Midwifery Board of<br />
Australia and should have four years fulltime<br />
equivalent practice in their selected<br />
clinical specialisation. Their application<br />
will be assessed on the basis of clinical<br />
and education experience, academic<br />
performance and professional development.<br />
Specific<br />
requirements<br />
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Supplementary information is required see page 10<br />
Nurses remain in demand<br />
globally and graduates can find<br />
work throughout Australia<br />
and overseas.
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Occupational <strong>Health</strong><br />
and Safety M/PgDip<br />
Course outline<br />
This course provides students with strong theoretical and<br />
practical occupational health and safety (OHS) skills. It<br />
is accredited by the Institution of Occupaw tional Safety<br />
and <strong>Health</strong> (IOSH). Studies emphasise industry-based<br />
assessment and the development of practical skills. Masters<br />
students also have the option to undertake original research.<br />
Career outlook<br />
Employment prospects are excellent. Graduates may gain<br />
employment in a variety of industries including mining, oil,<br />
gas, manufacturing and construction. There is also demand<br />
for graduates in corporate, government, health and academic<br />
sectors.<br />
Course details<br />
Course code M - 150604 PgDip - 301104<br />
Duration<br />
M - 1.5 years full-time or equivalent<br />
part-time<br />
PgDip – 1 year full-time or equivalent<br />
part-time<br />
When<br />
February or July<br />
Campus<br />
Bentley<br />
Study mode Off-campus<br />
Entry requirements M – A Bachelor of Science degree which<br />
may include health sciences, engineering,<br />
medicine or similar plus 2 years relevant<br />
work experience.<br />
PgDip – A bachelor degree which many<br />
include health (sciences), engineering,<br />
medicine or similar.<br />
Fees See page 8<br />
Occupational <strong>Health</strong> and<br />
Safety Management GCert<br />
Course outline<br />
This course emphasises risk and safety management.<br />
Students also explore legislation and regulations applicable<br />
to occupational health and safety. Learning is complemented<br />
with a specialist topic chosen to suit students’ interests and<br />
future career needs.<br />
Career outlook<br />
Employment prospects are excellent. Graduates gain<br />
employment in a variety of industries including mining, oil,<br />
gas, manufacturing and construction. There is also demand<br />
for graduates in corporate, government, health and academic<br />
sectors<br />
Course details<br />
Course code 125511<br />
Duration<br />
6 months full-time or equivalent part-time<br />
When<br />
February or July<br />
Campus<br />
Bentley<br />
Study mode Off-campus<br />
Entry requirements A bachelor degree from a recognised<br />
tertiary institution.<br />
Specific<br />
requirements<br />
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Occupational Medicine M/PgDip<br />
Course outline<br />
The Master of Occupational Medicine and nested<br />
postgraduate diploma complement the individual training<br />
for Fellowship of the Australasian Faculty of Occupational<br />
and Environmental Medicine (AFOEM). AFOEM has developed<br />
competencies and curricula for training and assessment<br />
for Fellowship of the Faculty within the Royal Australasian<br />
College of Physicians. The Master of Occupational Medicine<br />
provides the academic support to the training program.<br />
The course has been developed with input from practising<br />
occupational physicians. The course units cover all of the<br />
nine domains outlined by the AFOEM. It contains 15 units<br />
of which 13 can be studied by distance education, with<br />
unit materials and learning experiences available in online<br />
mode. The two occupational medicine units are taught in<br />
intensive block mode and include elicitation and analysis<br />
of occupational and environmental history, assessment of<br />
fitness for work, sickness absence, principles of management<br />
and planning and evaluating health interventions to change<br />
individual and workplace behaviour.<br />
Career outlook<br />
The industry prerequisite for practice as an occupational<br />
physician is the Fellowship of the Australasian Faculty of<br />
Occupational and Environmental Medicine (FAFOEM), part<br />
of which requires an external course of study related to<br />
occupational medicine. <strong>Curtin</strong>’s Master of Occupational<br />
Medicine will meet this requirement. The masters degree also<br />
provides a higher qualification that allows the opportunity<br />
for supervised research and evidence-based practice.<br />
Engagement in research gives students an opening to<br />
conduct and interpret investigations in relevant settings and<br />
design, implement and evaluate prevention strategies.<br />
Occupational Therapy GCert<br />
Course outline<br />
This course will provide the theoretical knowledge and<br />
advanced practical skills required in changing health and<br />
community contexts. Studies focus on emerging theoretical<br />
knowledge of occupation, clinical reasoning as a basis for<br />
reflective practice, management and evaluation skills, and<br />
applied research.<br />
Career outlook<br />
Graduates using the title of registered health practitioner or<br />
the title of occupational therapist (OT) must be registered<br />
with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia (the<br />
National Board). Registration for practice enables graduates,<br />
once registered, to practise occupational therapy in all<br />
Australian states and territories. Graduates can also<br />
choose to be a member of the Australian Association of<br />
Occupational Therapists and/or OT Australia (WA). The<br />
course is recognised by the World Federation of Occupational<br />
Therapists. Graduates may also apply for registration in<br />
most countries although some countries may require sitting<br />
a licensing examination.<br />
Course details<br />
Course code 311102<br />
Duration<br />
6 months full-time or equivalent part-time<br />
When<br />
February or July<br />
Campus<br />
Bentley<br />
Study mode On-campus<br />
Entry requirements A Bachelor of Science (Occupational<br />
Therapy) or equivalent.<br />
Specific<br />
requirements<br />
Fees See page 8<br />
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Course details<br />
Course code 313979<br />
Duration<br />
2 years full-time or equivalent part-time<br />
When<br />
February or July<br />
Campus<br />
Bentley<br />
Study mode Mixed on- and off-campus<br />
Entry requirements Applicants must have a Bachelor of Medicine<br />
and Bachelor of Surgery degree or equivalent<br />
and relevant work experience for entry into<br />
the program.<br />
Specific<br />
requirements<br />
Fees See page 8<br />
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Occupational Therapy M<br />
(graduate entry)<br />
Course outline<br />
This graduate entry master course offers students a<br />
fast-track option to becoming an occupational therapist.<br />
It is a two and half year program that provides students with<br />
the skills necessary for the delivery of quality occupational<br />
therapy services, and equips them to respond to the<br />
changing demands of the Australian health system. Students<br />
complete case studies and clinical practice that helps them<br />
to integrate their knowledge into evidence based clinical<br />
decision making.<br />
Studies will incorporate extensive clinical fieldwork practice.<br />
Students will also have the opportunity to take part in the<br />
Go Global program, participating in a fieldwork placement in<br />
China, India, Cambodia or the Ukraine for four weeks.<br />
Career outlook<br />
Graduates are highly sought after. They may seek a career<br />
in health, disability and education sectors while others<br />
work with industry and non-government organisations.<br />
Graduates using the title of registered health practitioner or<br />
the title of occupational therapist (OT) must be registered<br />
with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia (the<br />
National Board). Registration for practice enables graduates,<br />
once registered, to practise occupational therapy in all<br />
Australian states and territories. Graduates can also<br />
choose to be a member of the Australian Association of<br />
Occupational Therapists and/or OT Australia (WA). This<br />
course is recognised by the World Federation of Occupational<br />
Therapists. Graduates may also apply for registration in<br />
most countries although some countries may require sitting<br />
a licensing examination.<br />
Course details<br />
Course code 314309<br />
Duration<br />
2.5 years full-time or equivalent part-time<br />
When<br />
January<br />
Campus<br />
Bentley<br />
Study mode On-campus<br />
Entry requirements Applicants must have a bachelor degree<br />
preferably in a health or human science<br />
related discipline. Entrance into this course<br />
is competitive. Evidence of studies in<br />
human biosciences (for example, human<br />
biology) and psychology or behavioural<br />
science is required. If such evidence is<br />
not available, applicants may need to<br />
undertake prerequisite bridging units before<br />
commencing the program.<br />
Specific<br />
requirements<br />
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Fees See page 8<br />
Supplementary information is required see page 10<br />
student profile<br />
ian cheok<br />
Master of Occupational Therapy<br />
The thought of going back to university was daunting<br />
as I hadn’t studied for quite some time. Thankfully,<br />
when I spoke to the great team at <strong>Curtin</strong>’s School<br />
of Occupational Therapy and Social Work all of my<br />
anxieties quickly disappeared.<br />
The teaching and administration team have been<br />
amazing in their support and guidance. The way they<br />
have bent over backwards to help, encourage and just<br />
plain cheer the students on is commendable. Words<br />
cannot express the gratitude that I feel concerning their<br />
enthusiasm and contribution to my success. Through<br />
my career as an occupational therapist I hope to help<br />
people overcome challenges so that they can fulfil their<br />
physical and mental potential, enabling them to fully<br />
engage in what is meaningful to them personally.<br />
Paramedicine GCert<br />
Course outline<br />
The Graduate Certificate in Paramedicine is a collaborative<br />
program offered by the School of Nursing and Midwifery in<br />
conjunction with St John Ambulance Association, Western<br />
Australia. This one-year course is designed to provide<br />
registered nurses with the appropriate knowledge and skills<br />
to become ambulance paramedics. The course includes an<br />
extensive internship with the St John Ambulance Association.<br />
Career outlook<br />
Upon acceptance into the program, you will complete<br />
an induction program with St John Ambulance Western<br />
Australia (WA). Over a 12-month period you will undertake<br />
both practical on-road and theory based assessments. You<br />
will graduate with a Graduate Certificate in Paramedicine and<br />
be offered the opportunity to work as a paramedic with St<br />
John Ambulance WA.<br />
Course details<br />
Course code 314169<br />
Duration<br />
1 year part-time<br />
When<br />
November<br />
Campus<br />
Bentley<br />
Study mode Mixed on- and off-campus – two units are<br />
offered online<br />
Entry requirements A Bachelor of Science (Nursing) or equivalent<br />
is desirable, and applicants must hold a<br />
Division One registration with the Nursing<br />
and Midwifery Board of Australia. Applicants<br />
must have at least 24 months experience in<br />
an acute area of practice. A hospital-based<br />
diploma may be considered. A current WA<br />
driver’s licence is required. All prospective<br />
applicants will be subject to an interview and<br />
selection process with St John Ambulance<br />
Association and <strong>Curtin</strong> <strong>University</strong>.<br />
Specific<br />
requirements<br />
Fees See page 8<br />
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Pharmacy M (graduate entry)<br />
Course outline<br />
This graduate entry masters degree provides a pathway<br />
for science graduates to become registered pharmacists. It<br />
presents students with a comprehensive theoretical base,<br />
including chemical, biological, physiological, pharmaceutical<br />
and pharmacotherapeutic studies. At the end of the first<br />
year, students complete a community pharmacy placement<br />
under the supervision of a practising pharmacist to develop<br />
skills in a clinical setting. In the second year students<br />
focus on pharmacotherapy / pharmacy practice and on<br />
developing their research skills. Students also complete<br />
a hospital placement to further develop their practical<br />
skills. Throughout this course, students use high-quality<br />
laboratories and facilities designed to enhance teaching<br />
and aid the development of essential practical skills.<br />
The school laboratories include a model dispensary, a<br />
manufacturing laboratory, an asepsis suite and laboratories<br />
for microbiological, chemical and pharmacological<br />
investigations.<br />
Career outlook<br />
Graduates may seek a career in healthcare working in the<br />
fields of community, hospital or consultancy pharmacy.<br />
Graduates may also develop a career in the pharmaceutical<br />
industry which employs pharmacists in a number of areas<br />
including research roles in the development of medicines,<br />
production of pharmaceuticals, quality assurance, regulatory<br />
affairs, marketing and drug information. They may also<br />
work for the State or Federal Government in regulatory and<br />
policy roles. Graduates are eligible to apply for provisional<br />
registration as a pharmacist with the Pharmacy Board<br />
of Australia. A further period of supervised practice is<br />
required in order to be eligible for general registration as a<br />
pharmacist.<br />
Course details<br />
Course code 312042<br />
Duration<br />
2 years full-time<br />
When<br />
January<br />
Campus<br />
Bentley<br />
Study mode On-campus<br />
Entry requirements A relevant bachelor degree or equivalent<br />
with a history of above average grades.<br />
Essential prerequisites include completing<br />
of at least one tertiary unit in mathematics,<br />
statistics, chemistry, biochemistry, human<br />
biology and physiology (microbiology is<br />
desirable).<br />
Fees See page 8<br />
Supplementary information is required see page 10
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Physiotherapy M (graduate entry)<br />
Course outline<br />
In this graduate entry masters degree, a series of coursework<br />
units provide students with foundation knowledge in a<br />
range of specialist and practical areas. Students complete<br />
case studies and clinical practice that helps them integrate<br />
their knowledge into well-informed clinical decision making.<br />
Studies emphasise evidence-based practice and encourage<br />
students to think critically when making decisions. Note:<br />
Participation is obligatory in laboratory classes which require<br />
appropriate disrobing when acting as clients in the peer<br />
group, and physically manipulating patients including lifting<br />
and supporting people with disabilities.<br />
Career outlook<br />
Graduates are eligible for registration with the Physiotherapy<br />
Board of Australia and membership of the Australian<br />
Physiotherapy Association. Registration for practice enables<br />
graduates, once registered, to practise physiotherapy in<br />
all Australian states and territories. Graduates may also<br />
apply for registration in New Zealand. If you are applying for<br />
registration in the USA, UK or Canada, you will be required<br />
to provide details of your program of studies to the relevant<br />
bodies and sit a licensing examination.<br />
Course details<br />
Course code 303047<br />
Duration<br />
2.33 years full-time<br />
When<br />
January<br />
Campus<br />
Bentley<br />
Study mode On-campus<br />
Entry requirements A relevant bachelor degree or equivalent<br />
and completion of units in musculoskeletal<br />
anatomy, psychology and human biology<br />
or physiology at university level. Study of<br />
units in research methods or evidence based<br />
practice, physics and statistics is desirable.<br />
Specific<br />
requirements<br />
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graduate profile<br />
Sunila Peterson<br />
Master of Counselling Psychology<br />
I was strongly drawn to this degree because of the<br />
opportunity to learn from high-calibre teaching staff.<br />
I have been both grateful and inspired by the depth<br />
and richness of content and practical knowledge that<br />
teachers have brought to their sessions. This includes<br />
their ability to communicate this knowledge in a<br />
meaningful manner, their intuition in identifying the<br />
learning gaps and guiding students to bridge these<br />
gaps in a manner that provides empowerment and<br />
independence, and the care they take in providing<br />
honest, clear and balanced feedback. All this<br />
helped me to improve and ultimately become an<br />
excellent counsellor.<br />
Psychology M<br />
Course outline<br />
This course provides students with advanced training<br />
in either clinical or counselling psychology, through a<br />
combination of coursework, practical placements and<br />
research. There are two majors available: clinical psychology<br />
and counselling psychology. The clinical psychology major<br />
provides students with the knowledge, skills and experience<br />
needed to practise as a clinical psychologist, and focuses on<br />
understanding and applying contemporary evidence-based<br />
practice in the assessment, treatment and prevention of<br />
mental health problems. The counselling psychology major<br />
prepares graduates in assessment, diagnosis, and evidencebased<br />
psychotherapy for individuals, couples, families,<br />
children and groups. Counselling psychologists work with<br />
a wide range of mental health disorders and psychological<br />
difficulties.<br />
Career outlook<br />
This course provides access to a wide variety of employment<br />
opportunities. Graduates have obtained work in a<br />
range of high profile government and non-government<br />
counselling and mental health services. Many have attained<br />
management or senior roles in these organisations. Other<br />
graduates work in private practice where they are eligible<br />
to claim rebates for their clients from Medicare and most<br />
private health funds. Graduates are eligible to apply for<br />
registration as psychologists with the Psychology Board<br />
of Australia. Following two years of supervised practice,<br />
graduates may be eligible to apply for membership of the<br />
Australian Psychological Society’s (APS) College of Clinical<br />
Psychology or Counselling Psychology, and endorsement by<br />
the Psychology Board of Australia as a clinical psychologist<br />
or counselling psychologist.<br />
Course details<br />
Course code 187204<br />
Duration<br />
2 years full-time or equivalent part-time<br />
When<br />
February<br />
Campus<br />
Bentley<br />
Study mode On-campus<br />
Entry requirements A four-year Bachelor of Psychology or<br />
equivalent, approved by the Australian<br />
Psychological Society (APS).<br />
Specific<br />
requirements<br />
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Fees See page 8<br />
Supplementary information is required see page 10<br />
Public <strong>Health</strong> M/PgDip/GCert<br />
Course outline<br />
In this course students complete units covering a broad<br />
range of public health issues before choosing a major in<br />
which to specialise. The first year is an introduction to public<br />
health, its origins and development, and the foundations<br />
of health research, health promotion, epidemiology and<br />
biostatistics, environmental health, health policy and<br />
management and public health nutrition. The following<br />
specialist majors are available:<br />
• M/PgDip/GCert – applied epidemiology and biostatistics<br />
• M – health policy and management<br />
• M/PgDip/GCert – public health<br />
• M - health promotion<br />
Each major includes a combination of specialist coursework<br />
and an independent research project or dissertation.<br />
Career outlook<br />
Graduates from this course work in a variety of settings,<br />
dependent on the focus of their major. They may be<br />
employed in research, the public sector, non-government<br />
organisations and international companies. Graduates with<br />
a course weighted average above 70 per cent are eligible to<br />
apply for admission into the PhD program at <strong>Curtin</strong>.<br />
Course details<br />
Course code M – 311517 PgDip – 194805<br />
GCert - 303908<br />
Duration<br />
M - 2 years full-time or equivalent<br />
part-time PgDip - 1 year full-time or<br />
equivalent part-time GCert - 6 months<br />
full-time or equivalent part-time<br />
When<br />
February or July<br />
Campus<br />
Bentley<br />
Study mode M and PgDip - on-campus, off-campus and<br />
mixed on- and off-campus<br />
GCert - on-campus or mixed on- and<br />
off-campus<br />
Entry requirements M – A bachelor degree or equivalent in<br />
a health-related discipline. Those with<br />
bachelor degrees in behavioural sciences,<br />
commerce and management, education,<br />
science and social science are also<br />
encouraged to apply..<br />
PgDip – A bachelor degree or equivalent,<br />
preferably in a health science field,<br />
behavioural science, education, social<br />
science or management. Those with<br />
other qualifications and expertise will be<br />
considered but may be required to complete<br />
additional bridging units which will extend<br />
the course duration..<br />
GCert – A bachelor degree or advanced<br />
diploma or equivalent. In certain cases<br />
relevant work experience may be recognised.<br />
Specific<br />
requirements<br />
Fees See page 8<br />
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coursework degrees<br />
Sexology M/PgDip<br />
graduate profile<br />
Speech Pathology M (graduate entry)<br />
Ultrasound GCert<br />
Course outline<br />
This course provides individuals with specialist knowledge<br />
and skills in the area of sexology. Graduates should have<br />
a comprehensive knowledge of recent research examining<br />
the biological, psychological and social aspects of human<br />
sexuality. It is anticipated that on completion of the program,<br />
graduates will be able to integrate this specialisation into<br />
their professional discipline, and be conversant in the key<br />
aspects of sexology as a public health issue. Complementary<br />
study in research methods is included. Media material of a<br />
sexually graphic nature is utilised in this course.<br />
Career outlook<br />
Sexology graduates have established careers in the fields of<br />
psychosexual therapy, sexuality education and consultancy,<br />
child and elder protection, sexual health policy development,<br />
human rights, disability, cyber-safety training, health<br />
promotion, youth work, academia, medical management,<br />
risk management, sexual research and many others.<br />
Graduates may be eligible for membership of the Australian<br />
Society of Sexuality Educators Researchers and Therapists<br />
(ASSERT), which is a member of the World Association for<br />
Sexual <strong>Health</strong>. Graduates may obtain a specialist title as a<br />
psychosexual therapist, sexuality educator and/or sexuality<br />
researcher through ASSERT after completion of supervision<br />
requirements. The requirements for these titles in other<br />
countries differ.<br />
Course details<br />
Course code M – 313946 PgDip – 311948<br />
Duration<br />
M - 2 years full-time or equivalent<br />
part-time PgDip - 1 year full-time or<br />
equivalent part-time<br />
When<br />
February or July<br />
Campus<br />
Bentley<br />
Study mode M and PgDip - on-campus or mixed on- and<br />
off-campus<br />
Entry requirements M – A recognised degree in a related health<br />
profession such as medical, social work or<br />
welfare studies, theology, education, health<br />
promotion, health sciences, psychology,<br />
sociology, anthropology, or biological<br />
sciences.<br />
PgDip – A bachelor degree in a professional<br />
health field, social work or welfare studies,<br />
psychology, theology, education, biological<br />
sciences or behavioural sciences, including<br />
sociology or anthropology.<br />
Fees See page 8<br />
Supplementary information is required see page 10<br />
Nicole King<br />
Master of Forensic Sexology<br />
I had an interest in sexology and decided to undertake<br />
a master degree as I wanted more understanding of the<br />
criminological aspects of sexuality.<br />
During my studies I was able to research a topic of<br />
interest to me rather than having limitations such as<br />
only being able to work on the public health aspect<br />
of sexuality. I could combine health, criminology,<br />
psychology and sociology to create a well-rounded<br />
view necessary for understanding sexuality.<br />
The face-to-face workshops undertaken as part of my<br />
degree refined my skills and ability to discuss sexuality<br />
openly and with an audience or individual. I was<br />
exposed to concepts and points of view that helped me<br />
to challenge my own ideas and attitudes, which greatly<br />
assisted me in my professional development.<br />
Above all else, having a Masters in Forensic Sexology<br />
is an eye opener and it lets employees know that I can<br />
work with sensitive and confidential issues.<br />
graduate profile<br />
Melissa Trinca<br />
Graduate Diploma Psychology,<br />
Master of Speech Pathology<br />
After completing my undergraduate degree at <strong>Curtin</strong> in<br />
Education and Asian Languages, I aimed to undertake<br />
postgraduate studies sometime in the future and<br />
was told the opportunities at <strong>Curtin</strong> were really<br />
varied. I have always had a passion for languages and<br />
communication, but wanted to extend my knowledge<br />
and skills outside of the office and classroom.<br />
I found that this degree was structured to help you<br />
succeed; the assessments, lectures and tutorials are all<br />
integrated and I was able to grasp learnings and apply<br />
new skills under the supervision of skilled tutors and<br />
lecturers. One important point for my future career was<br />
the fact that <strong>Curtin</strong>’s course was accredited.<br />
I look forward to making tomorrow better, by providing<br />
therapy to those children who are unable to see speech<br />
pathologists for up to a year, due to waiting lists.<br />
Literacy is a major issue amongst our youth, and early<br />
intervention is key in making sure these children can<br />
have a bright future with confidence.<br />
Course outline<br />
This graduate entry masters degree provides an entry<br />
level qualification in speech pathology. It enables students<br />
to develop an understanding of normal communication<br />
development, developmental and acquired communication,<br />
swallowing disorders, speech pathology clinical practice,<br />
clinical measurement and research. Students primarily focus<br />
on four areas: behavioural sciences, cognitive neuroscience,<br />
rehabilitation science and speech science. Studies are<br />
supported by extensive clinical practice.<br />
Career outlook<br />
This course is accredited by Speech Pathology Australia.<br />
Graduates find employment in a range of public, not-forprofit<br />
and private services throughout Australia.<br />
Course details<br />
Course code 301592<br />
Duration<br />
2 years full-time<br />
When<br />
February<br />
Campus<br />
Bentley<br />
Study mode On-campus<br />
Entry requirements Applicants with an honours degree or a<br />
bachelor degree with a course weighted<br />
average of 65% are eligible for entry to<br />
the program. The application process<br />
is competitive and typically successful<br />
applicants have demonstrated a distinction<br />
average. Evidence of studies in human<br />
biology and statistics at university level<br />
is essential. Applicants without this<br />
background will have to complete additional<br />
units in this area before commencing<br />
the course. Applicants will also submit a<br />
personal statement that reflects relevant<br />
work experience and knowledge of the<br />
profession.<br />
Specific<br />
requirements<br />
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Fees See page 8<br />
Supplementary information is required see page 10<br />
Course outline<br />
This course aims to provide the necessary educational<br />
foundations for ultrasound operators who aim to work<br />
in defined areas of practice, rather than across the<br />
broader range of ultrasound examinations required of the<br />
Australasian Sonographer Accreditation Registry. The<br />
program therefore, without additional study, does not lead to<br />
registration with the sonography board.The course includes<br />
the foundation units that are necessary to maximise<br />
imaging capabilities. Students are required to complete<br />
one unit in the area of clinical expertise, providing them<br />
with the necessary theoretical understanding and clinical<br />
skills to produce high-quality diagnostic images and an<br />
interpretation of them.<br />
Career outlook<br />
This course is designed to enhance the capabilities of health<br />
professionals in the specialised area of sonography.<br />
Course details<br />
Course code 313509<br />
Duration<br />
1 year part-time<br />
When<br />
February or July<br />
Campus<br />
Bentley<br />
Study mode Off-campus<br />
Entry requirements Entry to the Graduate Certificate in<br />
Ultrasound requires a recognised Bachelor<br />
Degree in Medical Imaging Science or a<br />
related area.<br />
Fees See page 8
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doctoral<br />
degrees<br />
Course Name<br />
Course<br />
code<br />
CRICOS<br />
Code<br />
duration location intake<br />
Master of Philosophy<br />
Biomedical <strong>Sciences</strong> 300532 061548C 2 years Bentley January, July<br />
<strong>Health</strong> Administration 195603 061549B 2 years Bentley January, July<br />
<strong>Health</strong> <strong>Sciences</strong> 195803 061550J 2 years Bentley January, July<br />
Human Communication Science 300542 061551G 2 years Bentley January, July<br />
Human Services 183903 061532M 2 years Bentley January, July<br />
International <strong>Health</strong> 310279 061552G 2 years Bentley January, July<br />
Medical Imaging Science 198203 061510F 2 years Bentley January, July<br />
Nursing and Midwifery 189903 061553F 2 years Bentley January, July<br />
Occupational Therapy 300335 061554E 2 years Bentley January, July<br />
Pharmacy 300356 061555D 2 years Bentley January, July<br />
Physiotherapy 301813 061556C 2 years Bentley January, July<br />
Psychology 300536 061557B 2 years Bentley January, July<br />
Public <strong>Health</strong> 300537 062555G 2 years Bentley January, July<br />
Doctor of Philosophy<br />
Biomedical Science 301892 043971D 4 years Bentley January, July<br />
Clinical Psychology 314234 056848M 4 years Bentley January, July<br />
Counselling Psychology 314235 054620C 4 years Bentley January, July<br />
<strong>Health</strong> <strong>Sciences</strong> 301913 043958A 4 years Bentley January, July<br />
Human Communication Science 301910 043962E 4 years Bentley January, July<br />
International <strong>Health</strong> 304703 052806J 4 years Bentley January, July<br />
Medical Imaging Science 303435 043957B 4 years Bentley January, July<br />
National Drug Research Institute 301926 043964C 4 years Bentley January, July<br />
Nursing and Midwifery 301888 043996F 4 years Bentley January, July<br />
Occupational Therapy 301905 043997E 4 years Bentley January, July<br />
Pharmacy 301903 043998D 4 years Bentley January, July<br />
Physiotherapy 301899 043999C 4 years Bentley January, July<br />
Psychology 301879 043965B 4 years Bentley January, July<br />
Public <strong>Health</strong> 301884 044001B 4 years Bentley January, July<br />
Social Work and Social Policy 301922 044003M 4 years Bentley January, July<br />
Doctor<br />
Clinical Physiotherapy 312202 071715K 4 years Bentley February, July
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