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University of Sydney (USYD)

  • 36% international / 64% domestic

Master of Science in Medicine (Clinical Epidemiology)

  • Masters (Coursework)

This course is a fully online degree with optional face-to-face components for clinicians and clinical researchers. You will learn the skills needed to generate high quality clinical research and interpret research evidence to improve patient care outcomes.

Key details

Degree Type
Masters (Coursework)
Duration
1 year full-time
Study Mode
In person, Online
Intake Months
Feb, Aug
Domestic Fees
$33,000 total

About this course

This course is a fully online degree with optional face-to-face components for clinicians and clinical researchers. You will learn the skills needed to generate high quality clinical research and interpret research evidence to improve patient care outcomes.

Entry requirements

 

Admission to the course requires:

  • a bachelors degree with first or second class honours from the University of Sydney or equivalent qualification; or
  • a pass bachelors degree in a health-related discipline from the University of Sydney or equivalent qualification. Applicants must have completed work equivalent to a first or second class honours bachelors degree or pass a preliminary examination(s) as prescribed by the Faculty; or
  • completion of the first 4 years of an undergraduate medical degree that is accredited by the Australian Medical Council, and a letter
    of recommendation from the head of clinical school/medical program supporting concurrent enrolment while completing degree requirements.

All students entering the program are expected to have some clinical experience.

Study locations

Camperdown/Darlington

Online

Career pathways

This course provides students with knowledge and skills in clinical epidemiology that will enable them to incorporate best evidence into their own clinical practice. It also covers all the essentials for the clinical researcher and provides a solid foundation for those interested in pursuing a research career.

Our graduates work in areas such as:

  • Clinical research
  • Government regulatory bodies
  • Health system management
  • Health policy
  • Pharmaceutical industry

Graduates may be eligible to apply for Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and Continuing Medical Education (CME) points with medical colleges in which they are completing their training.

How to apply

Supplementary form

Applicants must complete the admission supplementary form and demonstrate how you meet each criterion for the award of Commonwealth Supported Places and Clinical Epidemiology Scholarships.

Download admission supplementary form (pdf, 105KB)

Additional documents

Prepare the following documentation to submit with your application:

  • Statement of intent - please specify the reason(s) why you would like to apply for this program and how do you think it will be beneficial to you after completing the program.
  • Current CV
  • Academic transcript
  • Proof of ID

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Health Services & Support courses at University of Sydney (USYD).
81.2%
Overall satisfaction
83.8%
Skill scale
67.7%
Teaching scale
82.2%
Employed full-time
$77.9k
Average salary