Master of Medicine
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Duration
Commencing
Semester 2 (23 Jul, 2018)
Please note this program is currently under review.
- This two-year, part-time program is designed for applicants with an approved medical degree plus two years of post-qualification clinical experience. You will undertake core and advanced courses covering a range of specialist subjects.
- Study skin embryology, microanatomy, physiology and aetiology of skin malignancy, and basic dermatopathology. You will also consolidate your skills in the fields of clinical and dermatoscopic diagnosis and in managing skin malignancies.
- Gain the knowledge to access and critically appraise scientific manuscripts to prepare yourself for clinical progression or other research career options. You will learn how to do a literature review and prepare a case study report or study for publication.
- Benefit from a program that's fully delivered online. All courses in this program are offered as online study modules made up of readings, lectures, group discussions, and case studies. Assessment and examinations are also administered online.
If you're a practising doctor, this program will provide you with training in the diagnosis and management of skin cancer that suits your busy schedule.
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Fast Facts
Global standing
UQ Medicine is the leading provider of education and research in Queensland and has the largest selection of medical programs in Australia. We were also ranked 32nd in the world for Life Sciences and Medicine in the 2017 QS World University Rankings by Subject.
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Careers
Training pathways
This program is suitable for doctors who are preparing for a Fellowship pathway in one of the following medical or surgical colleges: surgical oncology, ENT, plastic surgery, anatomical pathology, dermatology, radiation oncology and primary care / specialist practice.
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Students
“I would recommend this program to anybody with an interest in skin cancer. Regardless of your prior knowledge or expertise, the modules are presented in such a way that you will learn or see something interesting every day." Dr Martelle Coetzer-Botha, MMed (current student)
GP, Lloyds Northside Clinic, Mackay
Fields of study for this program
There are 1 fields of study available in the Master of Medicine.
View all fields of study for this programCareer outcomes
Graduates of the Master of Medicine have detailed understanding of the structure and function of the skin.
More specifically, graduates should:
- Understand the embryology, microanatomy, physiology, oncology and epidemiology of skin
- Be able to undertake a consultation (history and examination) for a skin check
- Demonstrate an ability to assess skin lesions through dermatoscopy and dermal imaging – and be competent in differential diagnosis
- Confidently advise and manage most patients with skin cancer, using appropriate medical and / or surgical therapeutic modalities in partnership with the patient
- Possess a sound understanding of how to minimise indemnity risk in their practice
- Know when to refer a patient for further opinion or more advanced treatment.
Many of our graduates use their qualifications as a way of moving ahead with their careers, or use the MMed to further their research ambitions and proceed to enrol in a Master of Philosophy or PhD program, where they continue developing their research skills and make significant contributions to knowledge.
Summary
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Program code5398
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Faculty
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Duration2 Years part-time (only available as part-time study)
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CommencingSemester 1 (19 Feb, 2018)
Semester 2 (23 Jul, 2018) -
Program levelPostgraduate Coursework
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Units16
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Delivery locationExternal
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AQFLevel 9
Admissions criteria
Prerequisites
To enrol in the program, a person must hold an approved degree in medicine and have completed two years full-time (or equivalent) post-qualification clinical practice, approved by the executive dean.
English Proficiency
IELTS overall 7; reading 7; writing 7; speaking 7; listening 7. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ, view the English proficiency policy.
Visa requirements
Due to the delivery mode or duration of this program, international students who want to study the Master of Medicine will not be eligible for a Student visa (subclass 500).
In order to study this program in Australia, you must have a temporary Australian visa or residency status with sufficient study entitlement.
Alternately, some programs can be studied from outside Australia.
For other visa options, visit the Department of Immigration and Border Protection, or contact UQ International for more information.
Program structure
The courses offered in the Master of Medicine are set out in the course list. Each course is allocated a certain number of units (#).
CoursesThe Program Rules explain what is required to complete the Master of Medicine. These requirements include the total number of units you need to complete in order to graduate.
Program RulesTo have your degree conferred, you also need to comply with UQ’s policies and rules.
Early exit points
Depending on your choice of courses, it might be possible to withdraw from the Master of Medicine at an early exit point and graduate with one of the following awards:
Programs and Courses
If you're a current student who has already commenced study at UQ, refer to Programs and Courses in my.UQ for full information about your program structure, rules and requirements.
Fields of study
The following is a list of fields of study available in the Master of Medicine.
When you graduate, any fields of study you have finished will be listed on your degree certificate.
Skin Cancer
Skin cancers are the most common cancer managed by general practitioners (GPs) with more than 800,000 patient encounters each year. This program is designed to provide comprehensive training in the diagnosis and management of skin cancer. On completion, doctors will be able to effectively diagnose and manage the large majority of patients with skin cancer and associated conditions and also know when to refer a patient for more advanced treatment or further opinion.
You should refer to the Program Rules for more information. A full definition of "field of study" is available in the Policies and Procedures Library.
Financial aid
As an international student, you might be eligible for financial aid – either from your home country, or from the Australian Government.
Find out more about financial aid, including scholarships and financial aid programs.
Indicative annual fee
The "indicative annual fee" is the cost of enrolling in the Master of Medicine for the 2018 academic year. It is calculated based on a standard full-time study load.
A standard full-time study load is 16 units per academic year.
If you enrol in a larger or smaller study load, your fees will be calculated on a proportionate basis.
All fees are reviewed annually.
Visit Tuition fees for more information.
Scholarships
International students are eligible to apply for a number of scholarships and prizes. These may be offered by the University, the Australian Government, foreign governments, or private organisations.
Many scholarships have specific eligibility criteria and are very competitive. More information, including information about how to apply, is available on the Scholarships website.
Applying online
Applications for the Master of Medicine can be lodged directly to UQ using our online application form.
The program code for the Master of Medicine is 5398. You'll need this when applying.
Due to the delivery mode or duration of this program, international students who want to study the Master of Medicine will not be eligible for a Student visa (subclass 500).
In order to study this program in Australia, you must have a temporary Australian visa or residency status with sufficient study entitlement.
Alternately, some programs can be studied from outside Australia.
If you have any questions about the application process, contact UQ International.
Apply nowAdditional application information
Important dates
There are a number of dates and deadlines you need to meet when applying for postgraduate study.
The closing date for the Master of Medicine is:
- To commence study in semester 2 - May 31 of the year of commencement.
- To commence study in semester 1 - November 30 of the previous year.
A full list of dates relevant to UQ students is available on the Student Matters Calendar.
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