Program Overview

Surgery - 3443

Course Details

• Duration: 1.5 years (full time)
• Start date: Throughout the year
• Qualification: Master of Surgery
• Fees: A$50,800 (per 48 credit points, which represents a standard full-time course load for a year)

Overview

The Master of Surgery is a research degree. Candidates undertake a research project under the direct supervision of a member of the academic staff. The work undertaken as part of this research degree must constitute a significant contribution to the knowledge and understanding of a field of study of direct concern to the faculty, and must demonstrate the capacity of the candidate to carry out independent research.

Career Opportunities

Students who have completed the course will demonstrate a thorough understanding of relevant research techniques in their field through a review of the relevant literature. They will demonstrate their ability, under supervision, to apply relevant research techniques to their chosen field of study. Students will be able to present high-quality written work suitable for publication in appropriate scholarly journals, and be able to critically evaluate both their own and others' written work in their chosen field.

Surgical research is assuming greater importance in the career development of surgeons of all specialties. Qualified surgeons wanting to expand and enhance their knowledge will benefit from this course.

Entry Requirements

• Qualifications: All applicants must be able to demonstrate a capacity to carry out independent research and have adequate training and ability to pursue the proposed course of study.
• English entry requirements: Sound English language skills are required for academic programs at Monash University.
• University entrance requirements: Minimum entrance requirements for admission to Monash University Australia.

Making the Application

Applications for this course can be accepted at any time. Applications for this course are submitted via the research degree and scholarship online application form.

Fees

• International fee: A$50,800 (per 48 credit points, which represents a standard full-time course load for a year)

Additional Information

• CRICOS code: G
• CRICOS Provider Number: Monash University: 00008C, Monash College: 01857J
• TEQSA Provider ID: PRV12140
• ABN: Available upon request