Program Overview
The Rural Medicine at Griffith University is a Master programme in Medicine & Health Sciences over 18 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of medicine & health sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Rural Medicine programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Australia and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 18 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: AUD 28,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
- Location: Brisbane, Australia
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Rural Medicine programme are prepared for diverse careers in medicine & health sciences:
- Healthcare Professional
- Clinical Researcher
- Health Policy Analyst
- Public Health Specialist
- Medical Writer
- Healthcare Manager
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Foundations of Research Inquiry
- Rural Clinical Practice 1
- Dissertation 1 Rural Health
- Rural Clinical Practice 2
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
To be eligible for admission to the\xc2\xa0Master of Rural Medicine\xc2\xa0applicants must have:
- completed prevocational medical training having achieved a minimum of general medical registration; and
- current general medical registration in Australia accredited by AHPRA; and
- current employment as a medical practitioner or have a professional placement in a training program for medical practitioners.
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
AUD 28,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
Tuition fees: AUD 28,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Griffith University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Griffith University
Griffith University
Brisbane, Australia
Griffith University is a public research university in South East Queensland on the east coast of Australia. The university was founded in 1971, but was not officially opened until 1975. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2017-06-18
- Start Date 2018-07-03
- Language English
- Duration 18 months
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