Course Overview

About This Course

Our Graduate Diploma in Science in Medicine (Sexual and Reproductive Health) requires the completion of 36 credit points of units of study including: 6 credit points of compulsory units of study; 24 credit points of stream specific units of study; and 6 credit points of stream specific or general elective units of study. You will be able to complete a generalist sexual health degree or choose your elective units from within one of 4 specialisations. If you choose a public health or a generalist 'no speciality' pathway all units of study will be completely online. If you choose HIV and STIs or Psychosexual therapy and reproductive health and fertility, these specialisations are also mostly online, however they do require a 2 week intensive face-to-face session on campus. Both options are extremely flexible and will allow you to tailor your study schedule around your lifestyle.

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

Requirements

Resumé including your education, employment history and relevant experience
Proof of identity: a valid passport (biodata page). Alternatively, an Australian birth certificate or Australian or New Zealand citizenship certificate for domestic students
Current or final official academic transcripts and their official English translation copy if the original transcripts were issued in a language other than English (currently enrolled University of Sydney students do not need to provide a copy of their transcript(s))
Credit transcript(s) may be required if you were granted credit for studies previously undertaken
Final testamur or proof of completion of your qualification and its official English translation copy if it was issued in a language other than English
Proof of English proficiency (e.g. IELTS, TOEFL results) where required
For courses with mandatory prerequisites, official detailed unit outlines for all prerequisite units in your studies which you believe will meet the prerequisite requirements

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to attend any on-campus sessions for this course?

It depends on the specialisation you choose. If you choose a public health or a generalist 'no speciality' pathway, all units of study will be completely online. If you choose HIV and STIs or Psychosexual therapy and reproductive health and fertility, these specialisations are also mostly online, however they do require a 2-week intensive face-to-face session on campus in Sydney.

How many credit points do I need to complete the Graduate Diploma?

The Graduate Diploma in Science in Medicine (Sexual and Reproductive Health) requires the completion of 36 credit points of units of study, including 6 credit points of compulsory units of study, 24 credit points of stream specific units of study, and 6 credit points of stream specific or general elective units of study.

What specialisations are available within this Graduate Diploma?

You can complete a generalist sexual health degree or choose your elective units from within one of 4 specialisations. The available pathways include a public health specialisation, a generalist 'no speciality' pathway, HIV and STIs, and Psychosexual therapy and reproductive health and fertility.

When are the application closing dates for this course?

The closing date for Semester 1 is 31 January of the commencing year, and the closing date for Semester 2 is 15 July of the commencing year. Separate deadlines apply for scholarships.

Who directs this program?

This program is directed by Dr Chris Fox and Associate Professor Iryna Zablotska-Manos.

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