Program Overview
The Master of Rural and Remote Medicine - Thesis and Coursework at The University of Western Australia is a MRes programme in Medicine & Health Sciences over 12 months, delivered Hybrid. 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 Master of Rural and Remote Medicine - Thesis and Coursework 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: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: Hybrid
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: AUD 1,038 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students
- Location: Perth, Australia
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Master of Rural and Remote Medicine - Thesis and Coursework 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
- Philosophy of Rural and Remote Medicine
- Principles of Clinical Teaching and Learning (Rural)
- Rural Clinical Education Practice
- Research Methods for Rural Medicine
- Special Topics in Rural and Remote Medicine\x97Communication
- Special Topics in Rural and Remote Medicine\x97Clinical
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have:
(a)(i) the degree of Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery from this University, or equivalent as recognised by the Faculty; and
(ii)A. completed or be completing fellowship training in a primary care or equivalent specialty college; orB. a level of prior professional rural experience which, in the opinion of the Faculty, would enable the applicant to complete the course;\xc2\xa0
or(b) completed the Graduate Certificate in Rural and Remote Medicine from this University.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
AUD 1,038 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students
Tuition fees: AUD 1,038 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact The University of Western Australia 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 The University of Western Australia
The University of Western Australia
Perth, Australia
The University of Western Australia (UWA) is a public research university in Crawley, Western Australia, Australia. UWA was established in 1911 by an act of the Parliament of Western Australia.
University Profile- Application Deadline 2030-11-17
- Start Date 2018-02-26
- Language English
- Duration 12 months
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