Masters (Coursework)
This program offers a pathway for all primary health care practitioners and science graduates (clinical diagnosis is required) to qualify for prescribing and dispensing Chinese herbal medicine. This program also qualifies you for registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (APHRA).
This is the only accredited master's degree in Chinese herbal medicine in Australia and structured for health professionals who want to incorporate herbal medicine into their treatment approach.
You'll study the theory and practice of Chinese herbal medicine, medicinal chemistry, botany, pharmacology and toxicology and clinical practice as well as the interaction of herbs and drugs. A strong focus on evidence-based medicine is combined with the philosophical and cultural aspects of traditional Chinese medicine.
Extensive clinical observation and practice is part of the program, with students having access to RMIT's Health Sciences Clinic and Chinese medicine hospitals overseas.
NOTE: This program is no longer available to new students. Entry in 2021 is restricted to students currently enrolled in the MC024 Master of Applied Science (Acupuncture) at RMIT University.
The combination of theoretical knowledge, practical skills, clinical experience and recognised qualifications prepares you for a career in Chinese herbal medicine. This may involve independent practice, employment in a multi-discipline health care clinic, teaching and/or research.