Master of Medicine (Paediatrics)

Page content : 1. Overview | 2. Objectives | 3. Course structure and assessment | 4. Entry criteria | 5. Key contacts

Overview

The Master of Medicine (Paediatrics) course is for international medical graduates and is based at the Department of Paediatrics. It aims to help doctors develop expertise in child and adolescent health which they can apply in their own country after graduation. The program combines an academic and clinical teaching program with supervised clinical placements and an opportunity to conduct research in an area of child or adolescent health. The course offers students the chance to study the latest knowledge and skills required for expert paediatric care.

This is a flexible two year program designed to meet the requirements of different international students. Extensive support and mentoring is provided to assist students to meet their objectives. Learning opportunities include problem-based learning tutorials, self-directed clinical learning during clinical placements, the development of clinical skills during bedside teaching and case presentations, the opportunity to attend courses and to participate in the Royal Children’s Hospital education program for Australian doctors in training.

The clinical placements take place at the Royal Children’s Hospital (RCH). Placements are arranged, as far as possible, to suit the needs of each student. Consultants on the hospital wards include the students in ward rounds, clinical presentations, discussions and meetings. The research may be done in conjunction with RCH and/or the Murdoch Childrens Research Institute (MCRI). There are many options for study, including, for example, clinical research, laboratory research, medical education, evidence-based medicine, public health, patient safety and health service administration.

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Objectives

As well as having the opportunity to research an area of interest to them, students will have the opportunity to learn practical skills. See a detailed list of the course objectives. [PDF 22k]

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Course structure and assessment

The course runs over two years (four semesters), usually starting in February each year.

Year one

Year two

Students are assessed in a number of ways and by a number of clinicians to reflect the range of learning opportunities. Assessment is continuous to make sure that the student's progress is monitored. Find out more about the course structure and assessment [PDF 28k].

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Entry criteria

• Applicants must have worked for at least three years as a doctor, including two years in paediatrics
• Applicants must have ranked in the top 25% of their class when they graduated from their medical degree in their own country
• Applicants must meet the English language requirements of the University. See the University of Melbourne Future students website for detailed information
• Applicants who intend to do clinical placements at RCH as part of the program must obtain a score of 7.0 or above in all bands of the IELTS test, in order to register with the Medical Practitioners Board of Victoria. This will enable them to see patients in a supervised setting. English test results must be obtained less than two years before applying. (Alternative English tests may be accepted - visit the Medical Practitioners Board of Victoria for more information on the requirements)

Applicants will be interviewed.

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Key contacts

For more information about the course, please contact:

Research and Postgraduate Studies Manager
Department of Paediatrics
Royal Children’s Hospital
Flemington Road
Parkville Victoria 3051 Australia

tel: +61 3 9345 4646
fax: +61 3 9345 6667
email: kbride@unimelb.edu.au

For further information about studying at the University of Melbourne, including applications, course fees, support services for international students and accommodation, please see the University of Melbourne website for future international postgraduate students.

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