Postgraduate coursework program
Palliative Care
Graduate Certificate in Health (specialist stream) (18 units)
Graduate Diploma in Palliative Care (36 units)
Master of Palliative Care (54 units)
Master of Science (Palliative Care) (72 units)
Fast facts
- Study load: Graduate Certificate: 6 months full-time, or equivalent part-time
Graduate Diploma: 1 year full-time, or equivalent part-time
Masters: 1.5 years full-time, or equivalent part-time
MSc: 2 years full-time, or equivalent part-time
- Fee: Commonwealth Supported
- Mode: Internal and External
- Mid-year intake available
- Available to Australian and international students.
- GradStart Code: GD - 2GC058; GD - 2GD038; Masters - 2CM050
This articulated program provides education for professionals from any related background who are working in or have an interest in palliative care. The main focus is to provide an opportunity to deepen the knowledge base on which their practice is based and to build a better understanding of the strengths contributed by each team member.
The Graduate Diploma builds on the Graduate Certificate, adding more elective options to the core topics.
The Master of Palliative Care is a coursework degree which aims to deepen and extend the knowledge and skills that are required for practice in the Palliative Care context and beyojnd (eg acute aged care, etc) and to provide an opportunity for students to reflect critically on their practice in the light of current literature and of the experience of other students and faculty. Electives allow the inclusion of topics offered by other disciplines. The course will allow students to have the option of undertaking the 54-unit masters from the following streams: Masters by Coursework; Masters by Project [18-units research of project]; and Masters by Research [36-unit thesis].
The Master of Science (Palliative Care) normally is only available to students transferring from the Master of Palliative Care after completing 36 units of core topics. They then undertake a 36 unit thesis, which provides the opportunity to conceptualise, plan, conduct and report on a substantial research project.
The full program of study is set out in the Course rule and topic descriptions for the relevant degree(s).
A Palliative Care stream to masters level also can be taken within the broader Primary Health Care program.
Entry requirements
Applicants for the Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma normally must hold an approved undergraduate degree or equivalent. Applicants seeking direct entry to the Master of Palliative Care must normally also have at least two years' appropriate professional experience.
Students who have completed the Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma (or other qualifications deemed equivalent) receive credit when progressing to the Graduate Diploma or Masters.
How to apply using GradStart
Three easy steps:
- Visit the South Australian Tertiary Admissions Centre (SATAC) website.
- Link via the GradStart button. Click on 'Want to Apply?' to begin your application.
- Submit your application. You will be sent a confirmation email.
You can apply for admission at any time during the year and GradStart applications are free.
If you receive any correspondence from SATAC requesting further information you will need to supply what is requested. Your application cannot be processed until all requested information is received.
Note: you must be a citizen or permanent resident of Australia to apply through GradStart.
Course fees
See the appropriate fee schedule for Australian students and international students.
Closing dates: Mid-year intake: 11 July, 2008.
Further information
Ms Meredith Legg
Tel: (08) 8275 1603, (08) 8275 1076. Fax: (08) 8275 1343
Email: meredith.legg@flinders.edu.au
General Information: Australian students should contact:
The Admissions/Prospective Students Office
Flinders University, GPO Box 2100, Adelaide SA 5001
Tel: (08) 8201 3074 or 1300 657 671 (local call cost)
Fax: (08) 8201 2580
Email: admissions@flinders.edu.au
General Information: International students should contact:
The International Office
Flinders University, GPO Box 2100, Adelaide SA 5001
Tel: (+ 618) 8201 2727
Fax: (+ 618) 8201 3177 CRICOS Registered Provider Code: 00114A
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