Program Overview
The Graduate Diploma in Brain and Mind Sciences is a one-year program that provides focused education and training for the next generation of science, medical, nursing, psychiatry, and psychology workforces. Graduates of the program will have opportunities to work as graduate scientists in the industry or university-based settings, or pursue further career advancement in health settings.
Program Outline
Outline:
- Duration: 1 year full-time (Available part-time)
- Location: Camperdown Sydney Mallet Street
- Study mode: Face to face, Online
- Credit points: 36
- Core units of study: 12 credit points
- Elective units of study: 24 credit points
- Elective units of study: Provide a high standard of specialised training in your chosen area with learning of current research methodologies, access to cutting-edge scientific research equipment and supervision by high profile researchers.
- Program Director: Dr Eryn Werry
Careers:
Graduates of the Graduate Diploma in Brain and Mind Sciences will have opportunities to:
- Work as graduate scientists in the industry (science organisations, biotech industries, pharmaceutical companies, government) or university-based settings
- Work in science-related roles in the above organisations such as science administration, research management, science writing
- Further their career if already working in health settings such as general practice, clinical psychology, psychiatry, nursing, and allied health
Other:
- The program is offered through the Brain and Mind Centre, which is home to clinics focused on Parkinson’s Disease, Multiple Sclerosis, motor neuron disease, dementia, youth mental health and sleep disorders, all of which are tied to clinical research programs.
- The Brain and Mind Centre also has leading preclinical laboratories working on the genetics of neurodevelopment, the etiology of neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer’s Disease, Parkinson’s Disease, Multiple Sclerosis and motor neuron disease, and a strong drive toward translational technologies such as neuroimaging and brain and mind related-drug discovery.
- You will be exposed to world-leading Australian mental health and neuroscience researchers and have opportunities for research activities alongside these leaders in the field.
The University of Sydney
Overview:
The University of Sydney is a renowned institution of higher learning located in Sydney, Australia. It is known for its strong research focus and diverse academic programs.
Services Offered:
Student Life and Campus Experience:
Key Reasons to Study There:
Academic Programs:
The University of Sydney offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses across various fields of study, including:
- Architecture, Design and Planning
- Arts and Social Sciences
- Business
- Economics
- Education and Social Work
- Engineering and Computer Science
- Law
- Medicine and Health
- Music
- Science
Other:
The University of Sydney is actively involved in research, tackling global challenges and developing new solutions. It boasts over 150 research centers and networks, making it a leading research university worldwide. The institution also publishes numerous articles and books annually, showcasing the expertise of its academics.
- Completion of the embedded graduate certificate in Brain and Mind Sciences from the University of Sydney, or equivalent qualification.
- OR, hold a bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline from the University of Sydney or equivalent qualification. The specific requirements will depend on your nationality and previous education. IELTS, TOEFL results) where required.
