Master of Surgical Research
A research-focused Master's degree designed for medical practitioners and surgeons to develop independent research and clinical leadership skills.
Best for:Best for medical practitioners and surgeons seeking to formalize their research training and clinical leadership expertise.
Overview
The Master of Surgical Research at Deakin University is a research-oriented postgraduate programme tailored for qualified medical practitioners, surgeons in training, and fellowship-trained surgeons. The curriculum provides structured training in independent research within surgical specialties while offering opportunities to develop clinical leadership capabilities. Students primarily conduct their research at their own workplace, supported by academic supervision from the university and local experts. The programme integrates online learning resources with practical research activities, including potential clinical anatomy projects at the Waurn Ponds campus.
What you'll do
- Conduct independent research within a chosen surgical specialty.
- Engage in structured clinical leadership training.
- Utilize online learning resources to support research and leadership development.
- Coordinate research activities between the workplace and the university.
- Participate in clinical anatomy investigations, including cadaveric inspection or dissection where applicable.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor degree in Medicine
Degree offered: Master of Surgical Research
Language: English proficiency required for clinical practice and academic study.
Instruction: English
- Current registration to practice medicine in the jurisdiction of study.
- Capacity to obtain AHPRA registration prior to commencement.
- Professional experience as a medical practitioner or surgeon in training.
- Must hold a bachelor degree in medicine.
- Must be a qualified medical practitioner, surgeon in training, or fellowship-trained surgeon.
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How to apply
Interested applicants should visit the official Deakin University course page to review specific entry requirements and application procedures. Applications are submitted through the university's online portal.
- Academic transcripts
- Proof of medical registration
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