postgraduate study guide 2012 - medicine, health & molecular sciences

Medicine, Health & Molecular Sciences

Postgraduate Research and Coursework Programs

2012

WelcomeJames Cook University is contemporary and dynamic, and the second oldest university in Queensland. We are a leading research-intensive university established more than 40 years ago as Australia’s university for the tropics. Our mandate is to conduct research and teaching in areas of particular relevance to the tropics, a region that is the home of nearly half the world’s population, 85 per cent of its biodiversity and many of the most critical challenges of our time. This clear and potent vision is reflected in our Strategic Intent to create a brighter future for life in the tropics worldwide through graduates and discoveries that make a difference.

James Cook University is ranked among the best universities in the world for the strength of our teaching programs and the high calibre of our research. In 2010, the Shanghai Jiao Tong Academic Ranking placed us in the top 400 of the world’s 14,000 universities. Many of our academic staff are world-leaders in their areas of expertise, particularly in the many challenges facing the tropics, and our alumni are making a real difference throughout the world.

At JCU, our students are the heart of our organisation and our aim is to ignite and support your passion for learning and to equip you with the expertise and intellectual curiosity to make a difference in your profession and your community. As a postgraduate student at JCU you will enjoy a supportive study environment, highly qualified teachers and exceptional facilities. We offer students a comprehensive range of courses and opportunities to work with world-class researchers. Our alumni are valued by employers for their combination of theoretical and practical experience, as well as their communication and technology skills.

Please take the time to discover our campuses, facilities and the large range of courses that are outlined in this Study Guide. I hope I will have the opportunity to welcome you to our University.

Professor Sandra HardingVice-Chancellor and President

Academic Calender 2012

TEACHING PERIOD 1

Orientation Week 13 – 17 February

Study Period 1 begins 20 February

Lecture Recess 16 – 20 April

Teaching ends 25 May

Study vacation 28 May – 1 June

Examination period 2 – 15 June

Study Period 1 ends 15 June

Results published 2 July

TEACHING PERIOD 2

Orientation Week 16 – 20 July

Study Period 2 begins 23 July

Lecture Recess 24 – 28 September

Teaching ends 26 October

Study vacation 29 October – 2 November

Examination period 3 – 16 November

Study Period 2 ends 16 November

Results published 3 December

University Facts & Figures

Our Intent A brighter future in the tropics, world wide.

Total Students 18,968

Academic Staff 1,898

Locations TOWNSVILLE, CAIRNS, SINGAPORE, Brisbane, Mackay, Mount Isa, Thursday Island, Beijing

Faculties & Schools

FACULTY SCHOOL

Arts, Education & Social Sciences • Arts & Social Sciences• Education• Indigenous Australian Studies

Law, Business & the Creative Arts • Business• Law• Creative Arts

Medicine, Health & Molecular Sciences

• Medicine & Dentistry• Rural & Remote Health (Mount Isa Centre)• Nursing, Midwifery & Nutrition• Pharmacy & Molecular Sciences• Public Health, Tropical Medicine &

Rehabilitation Sciences• Veterinary & Biomedical Sciences

Science & Engineering • Earth & Environmental Sciences• Engineering & Physical Sciences• Marine & Tropical Biology

For a more detailed 2012 calendar, visit www-public.jcu.edu.au/handbooks2011/JCUPRD1_051945

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Postgraduate Study Guide 2012

James Cook UniversityYour university in the tropics 2

JCU campuses 4

Accommodation 8

Library, technology and study resources 9

Faculty of Medicine, Health & Molecular Sciences 10

Postgraduate pathways at JCU 12

Flexible study options and study requirements 14

Postgraduate courses - Medicine, Health & Molecular SciencesMedicine & Dentistry 18

Nursing, Midwifery & Nutrition 24

Pharmacy & Molecular Sciences 36

Public Health, Tropical Medicine and Rehabilitation Sciences 42

Veterinary & Biomedical Sciences 54

Entry and application informationEntry requirements 64

How to apply 65

Study costs 66

Financial assistance 68

International student information 69

A-Z study area index 70

Cohort Doctoral Studies Program 71

JCU terminology 72

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Your university in the tropicsJCU is ranked as one of the world’s leading academic and research institutions.

Proud heritageJames Cook University (JCU) is a dynamic university of global standing and Queensland’s second oldest university. We offered our first courses in Townsville in 1961 as an annex of the University of Queensland, and then in 1970 at a ceremony in Townsville, Queen Elizabeth II proclaimed JCU as a university in its own right.

Now a three-campus university with more than 17,000 students, our main campuses are located in Townsville, Cairns, and Singapore, along with a Brisbane campus run by Russo Higher Education that offers courses for international students, and study centres in Mt Isa, Mackay and Thursday Island.

World rankingThe Institute of Higher Education, which compiles the Academic Ranking of World Universities, ranks JCU as one of the world’s leading academic and research institutions, and in 2010 placed us in the top 301-400 grouping of the more than 14,000 universities in the world.* In Asia and the Pacific, we are placed in the top 100.** Only one other university in Queensland makes this prestigious list.

JCU is also ranked as Australia’s leading university in Environmental Science and Management, and Fisheries Science research***.

Research strengthsJCU is committed to excellent and high-impact research, particularly in issues of critical importance to the tropical world. As a regionally based university, we recognise our obligation to engage with our community to find solutions that will make a difference in northern Queensland and for industries in our region. We also invest in commercialising our research, and have built strong partnerships with other research organisations in Australia and globally. JCU strives to be a catalyst for innovation and understanding.

Research at JCU is grouped around four broad themes:

• TropicalEcosystems,Conservationand Climate Change

• IndustriesandEconomiesin the Tropics

• PeoplesandSocietiesin the Tropics

• TropicalHealth,Medicineand Biosecurity.

Total research-related income at JCU reached $52.6 million in 2010, including funding from government, competitive grants and industry. This is expected to rise in the coming years.

Respected courses and teachersWe offer more than 120 postgraduate courses spanning the arts, business, creative arts, education, engineering, health sciences, information technology, law, medicine, sciences, social sciences and veterinary science.

Our professional coursework programs are accredited by industry and professional associations, and many professionals are guest lecturers. Over the past three years JCU academics have won up to 30 citations for teaching excellence from the Australian Teaching and Learning Council – more teaching awards than many larger universities. Our research strength means that if you are planning research studies with us, your supervisor is likely to be internationally recognised in their field.

Help to succeedPostgraduate students at JCU enjoy a friendly and supportive environment and lecturers and supervisors are easily accessible. After graduation they become part of your professional network, something many of our graduates consider an additional benefit to their time at JCU. The student and graduate profiles throughout this guide describe the study experience at JCU. * International Handbook of Universities, International Union of Universities 2010.

** Institute of Higher Education, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Academic Ranking of World Universities 2010. This ranking system is widely acknowledged as a leading global indicator of university status.

*** Excellence in Research Australia 2010 national report

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Study centres are located in Mackay, Mount Isa and Thursday Island with research stations and other sites spread around northern Queensland. JCU also has a Brisbane campus operated by Russo Higher Education, which caters to international students. Our campuses are renowned for their stunning natural settings and friendly, relaxed atmosphere.

Townsville campusSprawling bushland and a mix of contemporary and heritage facilities characterise the expansive Townsville campus. As JCU’s largest campus, with approximately 12,000 students, it is set in 386 hectares of bushland and natural parkland, 13 kilometres from Townsville’s central business district.

More than 1,250 students from diverse backgrounds live on campus in colleges and halls of residence, making it a vibrant, learning community. New infrastructure development, built in line with the university’s commitment to sustainable growth, has seen JCU partner with CSIRO to create the Australian Tropical Science and Innovation Precinct (ATSIP) – a world class tropical research hub that has been established to focus on finding scientific solutions for sustainable natural resource use in the tropics.

The campus offers a range of facilities and activities for students including:

• Cafés,barsandretailoutlets

• Bookshop

• Freeparking

• Gym,sportingfacilitiesandmanyactive clubs and societies

• On-campuschildcareoptions

• Swimmingpool

• Performancespace

• JCUAccommodationService

• Counsellingandcareerservices

• EddieKoikaMabolibrary.

Townsville cityWith a population of 181,000, Townsville is Australia’s largest city in the tropics. Situated in the dry tropics, where most days are sunny, Townsville is a thriving coastal city and port.

The city is a stepping-off point for visitingtheGreatBarrierReeftwohours away by boat, and one hour from the Wet Tropics rainforests of Paluma. There is also a wealth of sporting, cultural and entertainment options available.

Find out more about Townsville at: www.townsville.qld.gov.au

Townsville campus Fast factsCampus area: 386 hectares

Total students: around 12,000

Postgraduate students: 2,744 Undergraduate students: 8,212

Around 14% are international students

Cairns campusLocated in the northern beaches suburb of Smithfield, JCU Cairns campus combines a spectacular natural setting with modern and innovative teaching facilities. Just 15 kilometres north of the city centre, the campus nestles below rainforest-covered mountains and takes in the views of the rainforest and nearby Coral Sea.

With a student population of around 4,000, the campus includes an impressive library and information technology building, exceptional science teaching laboratories

and specialist health and science research facilities. A state-of-the-art, $30 million Dentistry teaching building opened in 2010 featuring a world-class clinical simulation laboratory. Facilities at the growing campus include:

• Studenteatery,caféandbar

• Bookshop

• 300-seatamphitheatre

• Freeparking

• Bikepaths

• Aregularbusservice

• Nearbyshoppingcentrewithsupermarkets, bank branches, post office and specialty shops

• Fivechildcarecentresinlessthana kilometre radius of the campus

• Acommercialstudentaccommodation complex located opposite the campus.

Cairns cityAs one of the most popular tourist destinations in Australia, Cairns is thegatewaytotheGreatBarrierReef, is flanked by World-Heritage rainforests, and the rugged expanse of the savannas of the dry tropics.

With a diverse population of over 140,000, Cairns offers excellent cultural and sporting facilities, and anarrayofcafés,bars,restaurants,shopping and entertainment.

For more info on Cairns visit: www.cairns.qld.gov.au and www.cairns.com.au

Cairns campus Fast factsCampus area: 88 hectares


Postgraduate students: 426 Undergraduate students: 3,155

Around 9% are international students

JCU campuses Our main campuses are located in the tropical cities of Townsville, Cairns and Singapore.

Singapore campusJCU Singapore is the University’s first offshore Asian campus, and is home to a student population of more than 2,200. Established in 2003, the campus JCU Singapore offers a quality Australian education experience in the heart of Asia.

The campus is among the most modern and best equipped in Singapore, providing access to a range of fully featured and air-conditioned lecture and tutorial rooms, student study rooms, food outlets, private and group research rooms and sporting facilities. Access is provided through campus-wide Wi-Fi facilities.

The campus provides students with access to a full range of facilities and services to support their learning, including:

• Fullyequippedlibrary

• Computerlaboratories

• Privateandgroupresearchrooms

• Studentsbistro

• Accesstoavarietyofsportingfacilities

• Afreelaptoponenrolment(conditions apply).

Singapore cityLocated in the heart of Asia, Singapore is fast becoming a global education hub, and students here gain valuable experience in one of the world’s major markets. Singapore’s unique characteristics and highly accessible infrastructure make it one of the best places for study and work in Asia, providing students with an exciting platform for professional fulfilment and cross-cultural interaction.

Singapore campus Fast factsCampus area: 600 Upper Thompson Road (main campus) -18,535 sqm; 10AngMoKioStreet54(temporarycampus) - 17,103sqm


Postgraduate students: 511

Undergraduate students: 1,123

Foundation students: 115

ELPP: 306

BrisbaneOur Brisbane campus offers business and IT degrees to international students and is operated by Russo Higher Education. Located in Queen Street in the city centre, the campus is housed in a renovated high-rise complex. The campus also offers a central city location. Find out more at: www.jcub.edu.au

Study centresMackayThe JCU Mackay Education and Research Centre, located in a new two-storey building as part of the Mackay Base Hospital redevelopment, provides support for students studying externally. The facility houses medical students from the JCU School of Medicine and Dentistry, and contains tutorial and clinical rooms, study areas and administration areas. Mackay is a prosperous, multicultural coastal city with a population of around 78,000. Learn more about Mackay at: www.mackayregion.com

Mount IsaJCU’s Mount Isa Centre for Rural and Remote Health offers nursing courses with a special emphasis on rural, remote and Indigenous health care. The centre houses teaching rooms, a library and research facilities. Mount Isa is the administrative centre for remote west Queensland, with a population of around 19,000. Learn more about Mount Isa at: www.mountisa.biz

Thursday IslandJCU’s study centre on Thursday Island delivers nursing and education courses to the most northerly region of Australia, off the tip of Cape York. Thursday Island is the administrative centre for the 20 islands of the Torres Strait, which have a distinct Indigenous culture and heritage. Learn more about the Torres Strait at: www.tsra.gov.au

Further infoFor information on our campuses and locations visitthe Future Students site:

www.jcu.edu.au/study

For interactive campus maps, visit:

www.jcu.edu.au/maps



AccommodationLive on or off campus in a range of accommodation options

JCU Accommodation ServiceTownsville and Cairns are large regional cities with a range of student housing. Private rental options include houses, townhouses, apartments, share houses and full board arrangements. Student accommodation is offered on campus in Townsville, and in Cairns, adjacent to the campus. In Singapore there are off-campus hostels or private rental and share accommodation options.

The JCU Accommodation Service can help you find suitable accommodation and coordinates the application process for halls of residence and colleges on the Townsville campus. You can apply online at the Accommodation Service website - www.jcu.edu.au/accommodation. There are administration fees. Competition is strong for on campus accommodation, so it’s best to contact the Service early. You can also contact the colleges directly to discuss the facilities. The Service maintains an online database of houses, units, granny flats, share accommodation, full board and caretaker arrangements.

TownsvilleApproximately 1,250 students live in student halls and on-campus colleges. Most colleges offer full board accommodation, providing three meals a day, while some have self-catering options.

Student halls and colleges provide a single study/bedroom furnished with bed, desk, chair, bookshelves, wardrobe, phone connection, Internet access and email address. Additional facilities may include computer rooms, televisions, laundry, sport and recreation resources and tutorial support.

The halls and colleges are listed below and the Accommodation Service also manages eight, 2-bedroom off-campus units. Contact the Service for more information.

The John Flynn College Catered accommodation for more than 200 students. The rooms are set in small complexes with share lounge, kitchen, and bathroom facilities. The College is affiliated with the Uniting and Lutheran Churches and is open to all students. Tel: (07) 4727 7500<[email protected]>www.johnflynn.org

St Mark’s College St. Marks College is an Anglican Church college open to all students, providing accommodation for 153 male and female students.Tel: (07) 4779 5044<[email protected]>

The Catholic College of St Raphael and St PaulSt Paul offers accommodation for 150 male and female students on separate floors. St Raphael’s offers accommodation for 80 female students. Some self-catering options are available, and a new co-ed wing opened in 2010. Tel: (07) 4727 7800 <[email protected]>

JCU Halls of Residence JCU manages four non-denominational halls for 770 students:UniversityHall,GeorgeRoberts Hall, Western Courts and Rotary International House. Options include full board and self-catering, single and twin-share rooms, and townhouses. Some wheelchair-accessible, self-catering units are available.Tel: (07) 4781 5777<[email protected]>

Further infoJCU Accommodation ServiceTownsville 07 4781 4148<[email protected]>www.jcu.edu.au/accommodation

CairnsJCU’s Accommodation Service can provide information about the large number of off-campus

commercial accommodation options available for Cairns students.

JCU Cairns Student Lodge Located 400m from the JCU Cairns campus, Cairns Student Lodge is JCU’s preferred accommodation partner and offers a fully catered accommodation/study experience for 225 students. Rent includes a private bedroom, free unlimited Internet access via a JCU account, electricity and gas, weekly cleaning (bathroom and living room) and a personal phone line (pay for outgoing calls). There is car parking, a swimming pool, volleyball court, community TV/lounge/bar/game area and an on-site manager. Tel: (07) 4057 1111<[email protected]>www.studentlodge.com.au

Cairns SharehouseThis service maintains share facilities for students and backpackers in houses and apartments around Cairns.www.cairns-sharehouse.com

Singapore Students at JCU Singapore are offered assistance with finding off-campus accommodation, such as hostels, serviced apartments, private rentals or share accommodation. Students are

provided with assistance to settle in Singapore, and are encouraged to make accommodation arrangements well in advance of commencing their studies. For more information on accommodation send your enquiries to :<[email protected]>

Off campus, privately operated hostels provide good accommodation at a reasonable price with most offering a minimum contract period of three months. You can lead an independent lifestyle in a single room or share with other students. To view different off-campus hostels, please refer to www.jcu.edu.sg

For those with a more flexible budget, a serviced apartment can be a good option where four to eight students live together and facility services are provided. Furnished like a regular home, serviced apartments have the additional convenience of house-keeping services.

94 Student Hostel Located just over 8km from the University campus, the hostel provides rooms for one to four people, 24-hour security, cooking facilities, study and recreation areas, laundry and cleaning services. <[email protected]>www.94residences.com

Library, technology and study resourcesPostgraduate students at JCU enjoy advanced teaching, learning and research facilities.

Teaching facilitiesTeaching facilities include 500-seat lecture theatres, smaller lecture theatres, seminar rooms, computer laboratories, science teaching laboratories and practical training areas. There are more than 350 teaching rooms in Townsville and Cairns, many with the latest data projection and visual presentation technology. Our cutting-edge, audiovisual technology helps students, lecturers and researchers to collaborate across campuses. JCU Singapore provides complimentary laptops to all students undergoing academic degree programs.

Research students usually have their own or shared study areas on campus with access to a computer workstation and printing facilities. In Cairns there is a dedicated postgraduate student centre that includes workspaces, communal kitchen and discussion areas, while in Singapore there are research and computer labs available for student use.

JCU’s High Performance Computing Unit provides science and mathematics research students with access to high-speed computing and data processing systems on campus and via the Queensland Parallel Supercomputing Facility (QPSF) at the University of Queensland.

Library and Information ServicesThe JCU Library is one of the best in regional Australia with the campuses in Townsville and Cairns having extensive opening hours and a combined collection of almost half a million print-based materials, plus electronic resources with more than 280 databases, 33,000 full-text journals, and 60,000 eBooks. All eResources and resource discovery tools, including OneSearch and the library catalogue

are available online, 24 hours a day. Books can be ordered online and delivered between campuses. Researchers will appreciate JCU’s unique special collections including the historical North Queensland Photographic Collection, extensive archive collections, newspapers and rare books relating to northern Queensland. Townsville’s Mabo Library also has new 24-hour Information Commons and Learning Commonswithastudentcafé.

JCU Singapore’s library has access to more than 3,000 reference books, and is connected to the JCUA library with its multitude of e-journals and online publications available through the library web portal. The Singapore campus boasts a wireless environment providing students with constant Internet access. All international students studying at JCU Singapore enjoy a free one-year membership with the National Library Board (NLB) of Singapore, which has 19 public libraries throughout the city. All JCU libraries offer wireless facilities for electronic devices, computer workstations, individual and group working spaces, printers and photocopiers.

Free technology training Free library and IT skills training is available online or face-to-face. The library offers research and postgraduate students, both on and off campus, support and assistance regarding students’ research queries, advice on using electronic resources, understanding copyright and thesis submissions. This is available in person, by phone, email, our AskNow online chat service, and via our extensive web pages.

The Library manages the University’s digital research repository, ResearchOnline@JCU which provides online access to publications authored

by JCU staff and higher degree students including journal articles, conference papers and theses.

The Library’s InfoHelp service provides assistance with general library and computing queries. Language and Learning Services also provide students with study skills resources, including workshops and online courses about time management, note taking and essay writing. The Service operates from centres in the Townsville and Cairns libraries.

The IT Helpdesk at JCU Singapore assists students with basic software and hardware troubleshooting, software installation and on-campus wireless network connectivity support. The staff are happy to help students locate materials and answer questions. For more in-depth explanations, tutorials on useful library skills are available by asking at the service desk.

Find out more at:

www.jcu.edu.au/libcomp and

http://www.jcu.edu.sg/Home/CampusLife/tabid/74/SuperStructureID/15/Default.aspx

Leading technology Using information technology is an integral part of university study. Over 880 computer stations are available across JCU campuses and study centres. In Townsville and Cairns there are 24-hour computer laboratories and wireless zones in the coffee shop, library, and other areas. Information on all services for students is available on the Current Students website at:

www.jcu.edu.au/student/

To view the facilities in Singapore, refer to the following link: www.jcu.edu.sg/Home/CampusLife/tabid/74/SuperStructureID/15/Default.aspx

The Australian JCU network is one of the most powerful in regional Australia. State-of-the-art videoconferencing technology links lecturers, researchers and students between our study sites aroundQueensland.AccessGridisa dedicated network for large scale, multi-site research collaborations, linking teaching sites in Cairns, Townsville and Mackay with the rest of regional Queensland and the world. This technology is used by medicine and health sciences for remote teaching.

JCU Singapore adopts cutting edge technology. All students are given access to LearnJCU, an online blackboard academic suite that provides access to teaching materials, lecturers, assessment information and much more. It means you can manage your studies online while on campus, or if using a computer at home with broadband Internet access, you do not have to be on campus every day. Online services include, delivering assignments electronically, contacting lecturers by email, joining class discussion groups, checking lecture notes, downloading lecture podcasts and subject materials, ordering books from the JCU Bookshop, accessing library services, checking your timetable and changing your enrolment details.


Faculty of Medicine, Health & Molecular Sciences

The Faculty is a world leader in tropical health and medical research and makes a significant contribution to the health of communities in northern Australia and internationally.

Health professionals, veterinary scientists and biomedical and molecular scientists have a comprehensive range of postgraduate programs available to them. The Faculty supports innovative and progressive initiatives to address rural, remote, Indigenous and tropical health issues, and many are recognised nationally and internationally.

Flexible study optionsThe Faculty recognises that postgraduate students have work and family commitments and offers whole courses and many subjects by flexible delivery. These include distance education training packages, a combination of external study with on-campus workshops, intensive block mode studies on campus, vacation schools and the use of electronic and online media.

Key partnershipsThe Faculty works closely with the health professions, Queensland and Federal government departments, non-government organisations and private health facilities across its programs and research. JCU has facilities at the Townsville Hospital, Cairns Base Hospital, Atherton Hospital and Mackay Base Hospital as well as at the Tableland Veterinary Service in Malanda, and Aachilpa VeterinaryGroupandTownsvilleVeterinary Clinic in Townsville.

Outstanding research centresResearch facilities within the Faculty’s Schools are impressive, and the Faculty is highly successful in gaining competitive research funding. Research centres within the Faculty include:

• AntonBreinlCentreforPublicHealth and Tropical Medicine

• AustralianInstituteofTropicalMedicine, with research clusters

in:ComparativeGenomicsCentre; Drug Development Design and Delivery; Health, Workforce and Education in Rural, Indigenous and Tropical Communities; Tropical Infectious Diseases and Biosecurity

• DrosophilaResearchFacility

• FletcherviewResearchStation – JCU’s working cattle station near Charters Towers

• Fluorescenceactivatedcell sorting facility

• GeneticAnalysisFacility

• ImmunogeneticsResearchFacility

• IndigenousHealthUnit

• InfectiousDiseasesandImmunopathogenesis ResearchGroup

• InstituteforHealthCareResearchwith Underserved Populations

• InstituteofMedicalLaboratory Science

• InstituteofSportandExercise Science


• PsychiatricNeuroscienceResearch Unit

• TropicalMedicineMosquitoResearch Facility

• RuralHealthResearchUnit

• VascularBiologyUnit

• VeterinaryEmergencyCentre and Hospital

• WorldHealthOrganisationCollaborating Center for Lymphatic Filariasis and Soil-transmitted Helminths

• WorldSafetyOrganisationCollaborating Center.

SchoolsThe Faculty delivers courses and research across five Schools and one centre, including:

School of Medicine and Dentistry

The School provides leadership and excellence in medical and dental education and research in northern Australia. Teaching, scholarship and research focuses

on the health status, health workforce and health care needs of communities in the tropics.

School of Nursing, Midwifery and Nutrition

The School provides education and research for nursing, midwifery and nutrition at a national and international level, with a particular focus on northern Australia.

School of Pharmacy and Molecular Sciences

The School brings together teaching and research in pharmacy, chemistry, biochemistry and molecular biology.

School of Public Health, Tropical Medicine and Rehabilitation Sciences

The School offers high-quality teaching, research and training in public health, tropical medicine and the rehabilitation sciences of occupational therapy, physiotherapy, speech pathology, and sport and

exercise science, with a special focus on the tropics, northern Australia, Indigenous Australia and Australia’s near neighbours.

School of Veterinary and Biomedical Sciences

This multidisciplinary School focuses on the delivery of high quality education and research in veterinary and comparative anatomy, immunology, microbiology, medical laboratory science, physiology, pharmacology, animal health and production and veterinary clinical sciences.

Mount Isa Centre for Rural and Remote Health (MICRRH)

MICRRH is a centre for population health, education and research. It promotes professional education and training in rural and remote health with a specific emphasis on professional education and training for Indigenous Australians.

Coursework enquiriesFaculty of Medicine, Health and Molecular SciencesJames Cook UniversityTownsville QLD 4811Tel: (07) 4781 6348Fax: (07) 4781 4655<[email protected]> www.jcu.edu.au/fmhms



Postgraduate pathways at JCUPostgraduate study has a variety of entry points and pathways.

Postgraduate study is the next level of university study after undergraduate or bachelor degree studies. Postgraduate courses can:

• Enhance existing qualifications or work experience with specialist skills

• Provide new qualifications for graduates wishing to change career paths or pursue studies in an area of special interest

• Provide research opportunities and research skills.

There are two types of postgraduate programs at JCU:

• Coursework programs

• Research higher degree programs. Although students generally choose one of these options, some courses combine elements of both, and students can move between coursework and research programs, as the chart opposite illustrates.

Please note that all qualifications mentioned in this guide refer to Australian qualifications.

Coursework programsCoursework programs require the successful completion of a set of postgraduate subjects. Assessment usually includes a combination of formal exams, written assignments, group work and presentations.

PathwaysMany coursework programs offer a three-tiered, articulated approach, with the successful completion of each course counting towards the next level and accumulating, or articulating, to a coursework masters as shown below: •GraduateCertificate>Graduate

Diploma > Masters by coursework

This approach gives students the convenience of gaining

postgraduate qualifications in stages without having to commit to a full masters program upfront. Entry requirements for postgraduate coursework programs are set out in the Study Areas section of this guide.

Postgraduate certificateThis usually takes six months to complete in full-time mode and offers further study to graduates in an area related to their bachelor degree or professional experience. Subjects successfully completed may be credited towards a postgraduate diploma.

Postgraduate diplomaThis usually takes 12 months to complete in full-time mode, and offers further study to graduates in an area related to their bachelor degree or professional experience. Subjects successfully completed may be credited towards a coursework masters.

Graduate certificateThis usually takes six months to complete in full-time mode, and provides graduates from one study area with the opportunity to undertake coursework studies in another study area. Subjects successfully completed may be credited towards a graduate diploma.

Graduate diplomaThis usually takes 12 months to complete in full-time mode, and provides graduates from one study area with the opportunity to undertake coursework generally in another study area. Subjects successfully completed may be credited towards a coursework masters.

Coursework mastersThis usually takes 18–24 months to complete in full-time mode, and provides mastery or advanced

overview of a field of study. It is much more specialised than an undergraduate degree.

Professional Doctorate by courseworkThis usually takes three years to complete in full-time mode, and enables professionals to make a significant contribution to knowledge and practice through research and coursework conducted in a professional setting. An example is the Doctor of Pharmacy.

Research Methods CoursesThese are designed to prepare students who wish to progress to research higher degrees but do not have appropriate Honours or research entry requirements. They include the GraduateCertificateofResearchMethods and the Postgraduate Diploma of Research Methods.

Research higher degree programsThe output of a research program is a supervised, original research thesis in a specialist area, leading to new knowledge.

PathwaysEntry to research higher degrees usually requires a first or second class (Division A) bachelor degree with Honours. For those who do not have a bachelor degree with Honours, JCU offers research-qualifying courses known as Research Methods Courses as entry pathways for research degrees.

Research mastersThese degrees incorporate a supervised research project and thesis and usually take 12-24 months to complete in full-time mode. There are several research masters at JCU, for example: Master of Medicine and Master

of Science. Applicants will require a first or second class (Division A) bachelor degree, or a GraduateCertificateorGraduateDiploma of Research Methods.

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)This degree incorporates a substantial, supervised research project and thesis and usually takes between two to four years to complete in full-time mode. At JCU a Doctor of Philosophy can encompass any study area in which JCU has academic expertise. Applicants will require a first or second class (Division A) bachelor degree or a masters by research.

Professional doctorates by researchThese follow a similar structure to the coursework professional doctorates, but incorporate more than 66 per cent research and thesis work. They usually take three to five years to complete in full-time mode. Examples include the Doctor of Philosophy or Doctor of Public Health. Applicants require either a masters by coursework or bachelor degree with at least first or second class (Division A) Honours. Appropriate professional experience is also required.

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Pathways to researchResearch Methods CoursesIf you would like to progress to a research higher degree (PhD and research masters) but do not have an honours degree or research experience, JCU offers several pathway options for health science graduates. These are coursework programs that integrate some research and provide graduates with the necessary research skills to enter some research higher degrees. Suitability will depend on your undergraduate degree and your intended research plans. The courses offer Commonwealth supported places.

Postgraduate Diploma of Research MethodsCourse Code: 79007 (12 months full-time or part-time equivalent)The Postgraduate Diploma of Research Methods is available to graduates of a 3-year bachelor degree in a relevant discipline, with a third year grade point average of at least Credit. Advanced standing may be granted for recognised prior learning. On successful completion, students may progress to a research masters program.

Graduate Certificate of Research MethodsCourse Code: 79011 (six months full-time or part-time equivalent)TheGraduateCertificateofResearchMethods is available to graduates of a 3-year bachelor degree in a

relevant discipline, with a third year grade point average of at least Credit. Advanced standing may be granted for recognised prior learning. On successful completion, students may progress to a research masters program.

Honour Graduate CoursesHonours graduate courses provide opportunities for health science graduates to gain honours qualifications and progress to research masters or PhD programs. They take12 months of full-time study, or the part-time equivalent.Honours graduate courses offered by the Faculty of Medicine, Health and Molecular Sciences include:• Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences (Honours)(Graduate)

• Bachelor of Exercise Physiology (Honours)(Graduate)

• Bachelor of Nursing Science (Honours)(Graduate)

• Bachelor of Occupational Therapy(Honours)(Graduate)

• Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours)(Graduate)

• Bachelor of Speech Pathology (Honours)(Graduate)

• Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science(Honours)(Graduate).

Further informationFaculty of Medicine Health and Molecular SciencesTel: (07) 4781 6348Fax: (07) 4781 4655<[email protected]>

Flexible study options and study requirementsJCU understands that flexibility is important for students. Programs include part-time options, online subjects, after-hours lectures, weekend workshops and short, on-campus intensives.

Further infoSubject information To view subject information, including delivery modes and assessment information, visit our Subject Studyfinder site: https://secure.jcu.edu.au/app/studyfinder

Research students JCU’sGraduateResearchSchool: <[email protected]>

www.jcu.edu.au/office/grs

For coursework students, many postgraduate subjects are available in a range of delivery modes. For research students, there are part-time and off-campus options.

Coursework studyPostgraduate coursework studies are flexible. You decide on the number of subjects you can manage each study period (or semester) and enrol appropriately. Provided you follow the approved course structure, you can work through the course requirements part-time, fitting your studies around work and personal commitments. This may mean cutting back on the number of subjects in some study periods when you have heavy work commitments, and making up subjects next study period, perhaps including subjects offered by Block or Intensive mode.

International students, however, must enrol full-time.

Subject delivery modesFor greater flexibility, many of our postgraduate coursework programs include subjects with a variety of delivery modes. The four subject delivery modes at JCU are explained below.

Internal mode: requires regular attendance at classes on campus over most weeks of a study period. Internal mode subjects offered for Study Period 1 (Feb 20 - June 15) or 2 (23 July - 16 Nov) (the main study periods) are generally 13 weeks in duration.

Block mode: requires attendance at classes held in block or intensive teaching sessions, on or off campus. Classes may, for example, take place over one-week or two-week intensive blocks; from 9.00am – 5.00pm Saturday and Sunday for consecutive weekends; or several evenings per week.

Limited attendance mode: requires some attendance at classes on

campus, combined with flexible delivery of course materials and, in some cases, professional placements. Flexible delivery can include online delivery, print material or other technologies.

External mode: requires no on-campus attendance for classes. All learning materials are offered via flexible delivery using a combination of online delivery, print material or other technologies. There may be an optional on-campus residential component.

Subjects and credit points Coursework programs use a system of credit points. A full-time study load for an academic year at JCU is 24 credit points. Most subjects have a value of three credit points.

A postgraduate certificate, for example, requires the completion of 12 credit points, or four different three-credit point subjects. To check the credit point value of a subject, look at the final digit of its code. For example:• TO5060:03TourismAnalysis

is worth three credit points• EA5027:06AdvancedField

Training is worth six credit points.

To view subject information, visit our Subject Studyfinder site - https://secure.jcu.edu.au/app/studyfinder/index.cfm

AssessmentEach subject will have its own assessment requirements which may include written assignments, presentations, group assignments, participation in tutorials, exams, field work/practical work, special projects or dissertations. To view assessment information for each subject, visit the Subject Studyfinder site.

Study requirementsAs a postgraduate student you will need to develop a study pattern that suits your lifestyle and commitments, and be disciplined about adhering to it.

For a full-time student, each three-credit-point subject will require a quarter of your available time and effort. Full-time students can reasonably expect the workload, including teaching and non-teaching hours of lectures, tutorials, and study, will be at least 40–48 hours per week. For part-time students, this equates to at least 12 hours per week for each three-credit-point subject.

You will be expected to understand and apply theories and concepts and to critically examine different viewpoints for your assessment work. Making time for library research and independent study is also important along with active participation in class discussions.

Research higher degrees Research higher degree candidates commence their research early in their candidature and need to be comfortable working independently from the beginning. Most universities have a rigorous hurdle termed ‘confirmation of candidature’‚ within the first 12 months. The process normally includes the acquisition of necessary technical and methodological skills, completion of any required coursework subjects, completion of an adequate amount of research, submission of a significant piece of writing, a public presentation on the project, culminating in a formal review of progress and project plans by a confirmation committee.

Research masters or doctoral students also have to complete other milestones including: annual progress reports, a mid-candidature review and a pre-completion seminar. JCU’s research higher degree programs emphasise the development of transferable generic skills. Our research skills program is designed to assist candidates develop the skills required for their chosen career as well as the skills needed to complete a

research degree. International researchstudentsalsotaketheSKIPprogram (Skills for International Postgraduates) to assist them get their thesis started and meet their confirmation of candidature milestone. Special assistance is also available to students whose first language is not English.

Research students report the outcomes of their research in a thesis, which is externally examined. The thesis length and structure will vary according to the study area. Research masters and doctoral theses (dissertations) are externally examined and about half the examiners are from outside Australia. These arrangements ensure that JCU graduate degrees are of international standard.


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Postgraduate courses

Medicine & Dentistry

Nursing, Midwifery & Nutrition

Pharmacy & Molecular Sciences

Public Health, Tropical Medicine and Rehabilitation Sciences

Veterinary & Biomedical Sciences



School of Medicine and DentistryLeadership in rural and remote health, Indigenous health and tropical medicine.

The School’s vision is to provide leadership and excellence in medical and dental education and research in northern Australia. Teaching, scholarship and research has a particular focus on the health status, health workforce and health care needs of communities in the tropics. The School is a recognised leader in rural and remote health, tropical medicine and health in Australia and the wider Asia-Pacific region. Our programs are increasingly integrated with the health care delivery systems in northern Australia.

The Townsville campus is the main site for the early years of the Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery with the Cairns campus offering the Bachelor of Dental Surgery. We have clinical schools in Cairns, Mackay, Atherton and the Northern Territory, and we provide clinical placements in rural and remote Queensland. There are opportunities to work in a variety of settings, including the new medical research laboratory in Townsville and the new $2 million mosquito research facility in Cairns.

ProgramsProfessional coursework programs are available in: primary health care research, rural and remote medicine and research methods, and a specialist training program leading to a Doctor of Clinical Dentistry in Orthodontics. The GraduateCertificatesinPrimaryHealth Care Research and Clinical Research Methods prepare doctors and other health professionals for research and evaluation in clinical health care settings.

Research degrees include: Doctor of Health Professional Education, Doctor of Medical Education, Masters of Medicine by research, and Masters and Doctor of Philosophy in medical and dental research subjects.

PartnershipsThe School has strong links with Queensland Health and many of our clinical staff work in hospitals and clinics in Townsville, Cairns, Mount Isa, Mackay, and Atherton and support specialist outreach clinics in other rural and remote areas.

Internationally we collaborate with researchers in Fiji, Papua New Guinea,theUnitedStates,Scotlandand other countries. We also have many research partnerships with Indigenous Australian communities and research organisations.

Research groupsOur research groups offer excellent opportunities for research students.

Vascular Biology Unit – a leading research unit attracting funding from the National Institute of Health USA, the NHMRC and the National Heart Foundation. Research work is focused on increasing the understanding of, and developing treatments for, vascular occlusive and aneurysmal diseases.

Rural Health Research Unit – a range of health research including: design and evaluation of health care interventions with underserved communities, including rural, remote and Indigenous populations in Australia and neighbouring countries health service delivery; rural health workforce issues; health care behaviour including beliefs and attitudes to diseases such as cancer; road crashes in northern Queensland – factors and possible interventions.

Tropical Remote and Indigenous Health – a research group that looks at infectious diseases in tropical high-burden settings. These diseases include dengue fever, melioidosis, leptospirosis, Mycobacterium ulcerans infection (Daintree ulcer), and lung disease.

Projects are underway in Cairns, MossmanandPapuaNewGuinea.

Primary Health Care Research Network– aims to build the research and evaluation capacity of primary health care practitioners.

Surgery – research focuses on colorectal surgery, vascular surgery, obstetrics and gynaecology and epidemiological studies into acute and chronic pancreatitis.

Dentistry – cross-faculty collaboration in biomaterials for implants and restorative procedures for medical and dental application.

Anatomy – biological anthropology, structure and function of neuronal circuits and anatomical neurochemistry of the developing human eye and brain.

Current research topics:Colorectal surgery • FaecalIncontinenceManagement

• Colonandthyroidcancer(epidemiology and immunology)

Dentistry • Tootherosion

• Dentalmaterials

• Oralbiofilmandmicrobiology

• Cellbiology

• Oralcancer

• Orthodontics

Medical education• Humanresourcesforhealth,

medical migration and medical education

• Curriculummapping

• SociallyAccountableMedical Education

• Longitudinalgraduateoutcomes study

Rural health and primary health care • HealthCareResearchwith

Underserved Populations Cluster - improving the health of rural, remote, Indigenous and tropical populations

• Primaryhealthcareresearchand research capacity building

• Medicaleducationandprimaryhealth care research

• Ruralandremoteworkforce and training

• Indigenoushealthclinicalservice delivery

Tropical medicine• Denguefever

• InfectiousdiseasesinPapuaNewGuinea

• Undiagnosedfeversinnorthern Australia

Vascular Biology Unit • Arterialblockage

• Abdominalaorticaneurysm

• Developmentofclinicalstudies and trials

Women’s Health • Pelvicsurgeryformanagementof

prolapse and urinary incontinence

ContactsSchool of Medicine and DentistryTel: (07) 4781 6232Fax: (07) 4781 6986<[email protected]>www.jcu.edu.au/medicine


Degrees available• GraduateCertificateofResearch

Methods

• GraduateCertificateofPrimaryHealth Care Research

• Postgraduate Certificate in Clinical Education

• Postgraduate Diploma of Research Methods

• Postgraduate Diploma of Rural and Remote Medicine

• Master of Rural and Remote Medicine

• Doctor of Clinical Dentistry (Orthodontics)

Research• Master of Medicine

• Master of Science

• Doctor of Philosophy

• Doctor of Health Professional Education

• Doctor of Medical Education

Medicine and Dentistry


CLINICAL EDUCATIONThis course is designed to provide health professionals with an understanding of specific strategies related to clinical education. Clinical teachers are being recruited from a wide variety of clinical settings including urban and rural hospitals, general practices and community clinics. They are also involved in the teaching of post-registration health professionals who are working towards their professional qualificationssuchasGPregistrarsand hospital residents. While these teachers have registered qualifications within their disciplines, the majority do not have formal qualifications in teaching.This course is programmed to allow health professionals to progress through to further studies at a Diploma, Master’s or Doctoral level, following successful completionofthePGCertClinEd.

POSTGRADUATECERTIFICATEOFCLINICAL EDUCATION E 1 M CS

Abbreviation:PGCertClinEdCode: 75411Mode: externalCredit points: 12

Tuition fees: see page 66

Entry requirementsA registered doctor of medicine or a registered health professional, in Queensland or elsewhere in Australia; or

Other qualifications recognised by the Head of School of Medicine and Dentistry as equivalent;or

An appropriate bachelor degree.

Course structureStudents are required to successfully complete the four core subjects.

Core subjectsHS5405:03 Introduction to Health

Professional EducationHS5406:03 Clinical Teaching in the

Health ProfessionsHS5409:03 Learning and Teaching

about the Consultation

HS5410:03 Professional Practice in Education

EnquiriesAssociate Professor Sundram SivamalaiSchool of Medicine and DentistryTel: (07) 4781 6062<[email protected]>

PRIMARY HEALTH CARE RESEARCHThis course provides graduates with the knowledge, skills and competencies necessary to undertake research and evaluation in primary health care settings. These include qualitative and quantitative methodology, ethical and practical issues, critical appraisal and evidence based practice. Students also gain skills in effective proposal and grant writing for research funding as well as research dissemination through publications, conferences, the media and policy makers.

GRADUATECERTIFICATEOFPRIMARY HEALTH CARE RESEARCHT E 1 -2 PT M CS

Abbreviation: PGCertPrimHlthCareResCode: 74311Mode: external/limited attendance; PTCredit points: 12


Entry requirementsAn appropriate undergraduate health degree approved by the Head of School of Medicine and Dentistry;or

An appropriate undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline and at least TWO years suitable experience;or

Professional experience including a minimum of five years working in a primary health field.

Course structureStudents must successfully complete four subjects.

Core subjectHS5101:03 Contemporary Issues in Primary

Health Care Research

Other subjectsSelect three subjects:HS5001:03 Population Health for Clinicians 1HS5102:03 Qualitative Research Methods

for Health Professionals; orTM5524:03 Qualitative Research Methods

for Tropical CommunitiesHS5103:03 Independent Project in

Primary Health Care Research (Minor Project); or

HS5104:03 Independent Project in Primary Health Care Research (Major Project) Part 1 of 2

DentistryJCU’s School of Medicine and Dentistry offers a specialist postgraduate program for dental practitioners.

CLINICAL DENTISTRYJCU’s Doctor of Clinical Dentistry is a professional doctorate suitable for registered dental practitioners who wish to gain further experience and specialise in a discipline of dentistry. This program enables dentists to acquire advanced skills and knowledge in a specialist field of dental practice and provides for specialist training and specialist practice in Orthodontics.

The Doctor of Clinical Dentistry will have a number of possible majors that will be introduced over time. The first of these to be introduced is Orthodontics. The program comprises coursework and clinical practice in the Tropical Queensland Centre for Oral Health (TQCOH) on the Cairns Campus. Students will also undertake clinical practice in Queensland Health clinics.

DOCTOR OF CLINICAL DENTISTRY C 3 M Abbreviation: DClinDentCode: 105612Mode: FTCredit points: 72


Entry requirementsBachelor of Dental Surgery or equivalent registrable dental qualification awarded by a recognised institution;and

At least two years of general dental practice experience;and

Current registration with the Dental Board of Australia or other national dental registration authority.

Additional entry requirements:Completion of the Primary Examination of the Royal Australasian College of Dental Surgeons (or equivalent) would be an advantage.

Professional recognitionCompletion of the course will lead to registration as a Specialist in Orthodontics with the Dental Board of Australia for students

who satisfy the general registration requirements of the Board. Completion of the course will also provide eligibility to sit the examination of Membership in Orthodontics (MOrthRCS), which is a joint clinical qualification awarded by both the Royal Australasian College of Dental Surgeons and the Royal College ofSurgeonsofEdinburgh(UK).

Course StructureStudents must successfully complete:

• Aresearchprojectinthespecialistarea (24 credit points); and

• Theoryandclinicalpracticein the relevant specialist area (48 credit points).

Core SubjectsDS8141:06 Research Project (Part 1 of 4)DS8142:06 Research Project (Part 2 of 4)DS8143:06 Research Project (Part 3 of 4)DS8144:06 Research Project (Part 4 of 4)

Subjects for the major in OrthodonticsDS8110:12 Orthodontic Theory and Clinical

Practice 1A (Part 1 of 2)DS8111:06 Orthodontic Theory and Clinical

Practice 1B (Part 2 of 2)DS8120:06 Orthodontic Theory and Clinical


Practice 2B (Part 2 of 2)DS8130:06 Orthodontic Theory and Clinical


Practice 3B (Part 2 of 2)

EnquiriesProfessor Andrew SandhamSchool of Medicine and DentistryTel: (07) 4042 1632<[email protected]>

MedicineJCU’s School of Medicine and Dentistry offers a number of specialist postgraduate programs for medical and dental practitioners and health professionals.

Areas available include:

•ClinicalEducation

•PrimaryHealthCareResearch

•RuralandRemoteMedicine.

See also SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH, TROPICAL MEDICINE AND REHABILITATION SCIENCES.


Townsville campus T Cairns campus C

Singapore campus S Brisbane campus B

External ECourse duration (Years full-time) 1

Mid-year entry M Commonwealth supported place CS


HS5105:03 Independent Project in Primary Health Care Research (Major Project) Part 2 of 2

HS5106:03 Planning and Evaluation for Primary Health Care

MD8001:03 Foundations of Rural or Remote Medicine: Reflections on Practice

TM5515:03 Epidemiology for Public Health

TM5516:03 Biostatistics for Public Health

EnquiriesDr Sarah LarkinsSchool of Medicine and DentistryTel: (07) 4781 3139<[email protected]>

Robyn PrestonSchool of Medicine and DentistryTel: (07) 4781 3182<[email protected]>

RURAL & REMOTE MEDICINEThese programs are designed to provide medical practitioners, particularly those based in rural and remote communities, with a pathway for advancing their academic and clinical expertise. The Master of Rural and Remote Medicine is available as a generic program or students can choose to major in Vocational Preparation.

POSTGRADUATEDIPLOMAOFRURAL AND REMOTE MEDICINET E 1 CS

Abbreviation: PGDipRur&RemMCode: 74507Mode: limited attendance/external; F/PTCredit points: 24


Entry requirementsA registered medical practitioner (or eligible to register) in an Australian state;and

Experienced rural medical practitioner (as determined by the Pro-Vice-Chancellor on the advice of the Dean of the School of Medicine and Dentistry)or

Completion of, or enrolment in, a training program in rural medicine as certified by the Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine or the Royal Australian CollegeofGeneralPractitioners.

Professional recognitionAt this time, this course does not provide credit towards professional recognitionasaGPorruraldoctor. Much of the coursework will however complement preparation for a fellowship by an alternative pathway.

Course structureStudents must successfully complete the two core subjects and the remainder, to make up 24 credit points, from the elective subjects. See subject lists below.

Subjects successfully completed for this award can be credited towards a Master of Rural and Remote Medicine.

MASTER OF RURAL AND REMOTE MEDICINE T E 1.5 M CS

Abbreviation: MRur&RemMCode: 74504Mode: limited attendance/external; F/PTCredit points: 36


Entry requirementsA registered medical practitioner (or eligible to register) in an Australian state;and

Experience as a rural medical practitioner (as determined by the Pro-Vice-Chancellor on the advice of the Dean of the School of Medicine and Dentistry);or

Completion of, or enrolment in, a training program in rural medicine as certified by the Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine or the Royal Australian CollegeofGeneralPractitioners.

Professional recognitionAt this time the course does not provide credit towards professional recognitionasaGPorruraldoctor.However, the Vocational Preparation Major of the course will complement preparation for a fellowship by an alternative pathway.

Course structureStudents can choose from the following two programs.

Generic ProgramStudents must successfully complete the two core subjects and 30 credit points of electives.

Core subjectsMD8001:03 Foundations of Rural or Remote

Medicine: Reflections on Practice

MD8002:03 Rural and Remote Medicine

Elective subjectsMD8003:03 Clinical Supervision for Rural

Medical PractitionersMD8007:09 Independent Study: DissertationMD8009:03 Independent Project:

Writing for PublicationMD8010:03 Developing Continuing Medical

Educational ProgramsMD8011:09 Independent Project

and DissertationMD8022:03 Independent Study ProjectHS5101:03 Contemporary Issues in Primary

Health Care ResearchHS5102:03 Qualitative Research Methods

for Health ProfessionalsOr any of the subjects listed under ELECTIVE SUBJECTS FOR PUBLIC HEALTH AND TROPICAL MEDICINE PROGRAMS on page 66.

Vocational Preparation MajorStudents are required to complete eight core subjects as explained below, and nine credit points of electives.

Core subjectsMD8001:03 Foundations of Rural or Remote

Medicine: Reflections on PracticeMD8002:03 Rural and Remote MedicineMD8012:03 Clinical Knowledge and Skills

for Rural and Remote PracticeMD8013:06 Advanced Clinical Knowledge and

Skills for Rural and Remote PracticeTM5510:03 Aboriginal and Torres

Strait Islander Health

TM5554:03 Theory and Practice of Public HealthPlus two of the following subjects:MD8014:03 Extended Clinical Practice:

Internal Medicine Part 1MD8015:03 Extended Clinical Practice:

Internal Medicine Part 2; orMD8016:03 Extended Clinical Practice:

Emergency Medicine Part 1

MD8017:03 Extended Clinical Practice: Emergency Medicine Part 2; or

MD8018:03 Extended Clinical Practice: Mental Health Part 1

MD8019:03 Extended Clinical Practice: Mental Health Part 2; or

MD8020:03 Extended Clinical Practice: Paediatrics Part 1

MD8021:03 Extended Clinical Practice: Paediatrics Part 2

Elective subjectsMD8003:03 Clinical Supervision for Rural

Medical PractitionersMD8007: 09 Independent Study: DissertationMD8009:03 Independent Project:

Writing for PublicationMD8010:03 Developing Continuing Medical

Educational ProgramsMD8011:09 Independent Project and DissertationMD8022:03 Independent Study ProjectHS5101:03 Contemporary Issues in Primary


for Health ProfessionalsOr any of the subjects listed under ELECTIVE SUBJECTS FOR PUBLIC HEALTH AND TROPICAL MEDICINE PROGRAMS on page 66.

EnquiriesAssociate Professor Sundram SivamalaiSchool of Medicine and DentistryTel: (07) 4781 6062<[email protected]>

ResearchThe School of Medicine and Dentistry offers the following research higher degrees:

•MasterofMedicine

•MasterofScience

•DoctorofPhilosophy

• DoctorofHealthandProfessional Education

•DoctorofMedicalEducation.

Research Methods courses are available for graduates wishing to enter research degrees in the School of Medicine & Dentistry and do not have the appropriate research experience to meet entry requirements, please see page 13 for further details.

MASTER OF MEDICINEThis research course is designed to bridge the gap between Bachelor of Medicine/Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) and PhD programs by allowing recent graduates and those with mid-career experience to undertake a supervised research project that is likely to integrate basic and clinical medical sciences.

Students select a research project in any approved medical discipline, including internal medicine, surgery, psychiatry, obstetrics and gynaecology, general practice, rural medicine, paediatrics or pathology.

MASTER OF MEDICINET C E 2 Abbreviation: MMedCode: 72203Mode: internal/external; F/PTDuration: 2 years FT

Tuition fees: See page 66

Entry requirementsAn MBBS with first or second class Honours;or

The intercalated degree Bachelor of Medical Science with first or second class Honours;or

A postgraduate or graduate diploma in a science, biomedical or health-related field that meets the approval of the Head of School;or

Equivalent qualifications and subsequent experience that meets the approval of the Head of School and the Dean of Postgraduate Studies.

Next stepApplicants need to discuss their proposed research topic with an appropriate research advisor. To look for an appropriate advisor, visittheGraduateResearchSchool website and follow the link to ‘Find a research advisor’.

Graduate Research SchoolTel: (07 4781 5861Fax: (07) 4781 6204<[email protected]>www.jcu.edu.au/grs







MASTER OF SCIENCE A Masters Degree by Research is a research higher degree, which is smaller in scope than a PhD and has less stringent entry requirements. This course offers graduates an opportunity to advance their expertise in tropical medical science. Students must complete a supervised thesis. Some coursework may be involved.

MASTER OF SCIENCE T E 2 Abbreviation: MScCode: 74003Mode: internal/external*; F/PTTuition fees: See page 66* attendance on campus is required for confirmation and pre-completion seminars, and at least three weeks per year for consultation with advisor

Entry requirementsA Bachelor of Science with first or second-class Honours, or other qualifications deemed equivalent;or

A Master of Applied Science with at least a 12 credit point research option with a grade of Credit or above, or with research publications deemed to be of equivalent value, or other qualifications deemed equivalent;or

A Bachelor of Science and subsequent successful completion of a Research Methods Course with a grade of at least Credit for research component;or in exceptional cases

Evidence of academic and professional experience that meets the approval of the Head of School and Faculty.




DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHYThe Doctor of Philosophy is a program of supervised original research. It culminates in the submission of a thesis that demonstrates the ability for critical analysis and research that makes a significant and original contribution to the knowledge and understanding of the field of study.

DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHYT C E 3 Abbreviation: PhDCampus: Townsville, CairnsCode: 79502Mode: external*; F/PTTuition fees: See page 66* attendance on campus is required for confirmation and pre-completion seminars, and at least three weeks per year for consultation with advisor

Entry requirementsA bachelor degree with first or second-class (Division A) Honours in an appropriate discipline, or other qualifications deemed equivalent;or

An appropriate Masters with at least a 50 per cent research component, or equivalent, or other qualifications deemed equivalent;or

Enrolment of not less than one year full-time or two years part-time in an appropriate masters degree by research;or

A masters degree without the minimum 50 per cent research component but with the recommendation of the Head of School based on relevant equivalent research experience.



DOCTOR OF HEALTH PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION This program is a professional doctorate for graduates with professional experience in a range of medical education settings. There are no set subjects within this course. Students are required to devise a range of research tasks relevant to their professional development.

DOCTOR OF HEALTH PROFESSIONAL EDUCATIONT E 3 Abbreviation: DrHlthProEdCode: 79802Mode: internal/external*; F/PTTuition fees: See page 66* attendance on campus is required for confirmation and pre-completion seminars, and at least three weeks per year for consultation with advisor

Entry requirementsAn appropriate undergraduate degree with first or second-class (Division A) Honours, or other qualifications deemed equivalent;or

A research masters degree in Medical Education or a related discipline approved by the Head of School;or

A masters degree in a health or education related discipline considered appropriate by the Head of School and the Dean, GraduateResearchStudies;or

Equivalent qualifications and subsequent experience that meets the approval of the Head of School and the Dean, GraduateResearchStudies.



DOCTOR OF MEDICAL EDUCATION This program is a professional doctorate for graduates with professional experience in a range of medical education settings. There are no set subjects within this course. Students are required to devise a range of research tasks relevant to their professional development.

DOCTOR OF MEDICAL EDUCATIONT E 3 Abbreviation: DrMedEdCode: 79702Mode: internal/external*; F/PTTuition fees: See page 66* attendance on campus is required for confirmation and pre-completion seminars, and at least three weeks per year for consultation with advisor

Entry requirementsAn appropriate undergraduate degree with first or second-class (Division A) Honours, or other qualifications deemed equivalent;or

A research masters degree in medical education or a related discipline approved by the Head of School;or

A masters degree in a health or education related discipline considered appropriate by the Head of School and the Dean, GraduateResearchStudies;

or

Equivalent qualifications and subsequent experience that meets the approval of the Head of School and the Dean, GraduateResearchStudies.




School of Nursing, Midwifery and NutritionThe School provides quality education and research for the nursing profession, with a particular focus on issues in tropical northern Australia. Our postgraduate programs will equip you with the skills to take your career to the next level.

The School of Nursing, Midwifery and Nutrition is the largest within the Faculty of Medicine, Health and Molecular Sciences, with more than 1,500 students in undergraduate and postgraduate courses. The school has pioneered distance learning and mixed-mode delivery for nurses. Internationally the School offers programs for nurses in Fiji.

Professional programsThere is a growing demand on nurses to keep up to date with changes in technology, procedures and research that informs current practice. JCU’s specialist and advanced practice coursework programs are available to registered nurses who want to progress their careers in their chosen specialty area. Specialty study areas include:

•Advancedclinicalpractice

•Cardiacnursing

•Careoftheolderadult

•Clinicalteaching

• Intensivecare

•Neonatalcare

•Midwifery

•NursePractitioner

•Nursingleadership

•Perioperativecare

•Renalnursing

•Specialistpaediatriccare.

The suite of coursework programs articulate, so that you can choose to enrol either directly into a masters program, or commence with a postgraduate certificate or postgraduate diploma in your chosen specialty and then progress to the appropriate masters program.

Flexible studyMost coursework programs are offered in external mode and do not require any on-campus attendance. Some include on-campus residentials in Townsville. Some subjects include a clinical component, requiring employment in the respective specialty unit.

Commonwealth supported placesThe federal government provides Commonwealth supported places (CSP) for all coursework nursing programs at JCU, as nursing training is considered an area of national priority. Australian citizens and Australian permanent humanitarian visa holders may be eligible. Commonwealth supported students pay an undergraduate-equivalent student contribution amount for each subject, which is generally lower than postgraduate tuition fees. See page 66 for detailed financial information.

Research opportunitiesThe School has an active research program and offers research opportunities at Honours, PhD and Masters level. The professional doctorate, Doctor of Nursing Science, is a research degree with some coursework components. Academics and researchers in the School offer a wide range of nursing research interests.

Current research interests and activity areas

•Decisionmakinginhealthcare

• Historyofnursing,nurseeducationand mental health services

• Ethicalissuesinnursingand health care

• Workforceissues,especiallyrelated to rural/remote areas and developing countries

• Mentalhealthnursingandforensic mental health

• Psychotropicmedications

• Theimpactofillnessonthefamily

• Infectioncontrol

• Emerginginfectiousdiseases

• Emergencyanddisasterpreparedness

• Modelsofmidwiferycarein rural Australia

• Includingmodelsofcarefor Indigenous Australian childbearing women

• Developmentandtestingofstrategies to improve the health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people

• Methodologiessuchascriticaltheory, phenomenology, grounded theory, narrative inquiry, historical methods, mixed methods, RCTs and exploratory methods.

Research centresThe Tropical Health Research Unit for Nursing and Midwifery Practice is a collaborative research unit established by JCU and Townsville Health Service District.

JCU’s Mount Isa Centre for Rural and Remote Health (MICRRH) provides a hub for researchers looking at remote, rural and Indigenous nursing issues.www.jcu.edu.au/micrrh

The School’s recently designated World Health Organization Collaborating Centre (WHOCC) also undertakes research related to nursing and midwifery education, workforce development and research capacity building.

If you are interested in undertaking study in any of these or related areas, please contact the Director of Research and ResearchTraining,ProfessorKimUsher, in the first instance.

EnquiriesSchool of Nursing, Midwifery and NutritionFreecall: 1800 888 975Tel: (07) 4781 5320Fax: (07) 4781 4289<[email protected]>www.jcu.edu.au/nursing


Degrees available• Bachelor of Nursing Science (Honours)(Graduate)

• GraduateCertificateofResearchMethods

• Postgraduate Certificate of Nursing Science (Advanced Clinical Practice)

• Postgraduate Certificate of Nursing Science (Cardiac Nursing)

• Postgraduate Certificate of Nursing Science (Care of the Older Adult)

• Postgraduate Certificate of Nursing Science (Clinical Teaching)

• Postgraduate Certificate of Nursing Science (Intensive Care)

• Postgraduate Certificate of Nursing Science (Neonatal Care)

• Postgraduate Certificate of Nursing Science (Perioperative Care)

• Postgraduate Certificate of Nursing Science (Renal Nursing)

• Postgraduate Certificate of Nursing Science (Specialist Paediatric Care)

• Postgraduate Diploma of Nursing

• Postgraduate Diploma of Midwifery


• Master of Midwifery

• Master of Advanced Nursing Practice

• Master of Nursing Leadership

• Master of Nursing (Nurse Practitioner)

• Master of Nursing Studies

Research• Master of Nursing Science

• Doctor of Nursing Science

• Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

Nursing, Midwifery and NutritionNursing, Midwifery and Nutrition

MidwiferyJCU’s midwifery programs provide advanced clinical and academic training in midwifery for both pre-registration and post-registration students. The program involves completion of coursework subjects by distance plus attendance at a residential school. The distance education materials include self-directed study guides and a range of media.

Applicants must have secured a minimum 0.5FTE employment as a student midwife in an approved midwifery unit. The 800 hours of required clinical placement will be facilitated by the employing hospital. During the residential school, an emphasis will be given to the practice of clinical skills. There will be group activities, discussions and seminars using strategies not available in the distance education mode.

A student who is registered as a midwife in Australia, and is currently practising as a a registered midwife may receive credit up to the value of 12 credit points.

The Postgraduate Diploma of Midwifery prepares graduates for registration as midwives. The Master of Midwifery is available to registered midwives.

POSTGRADUATEDIPLOMAOFMIDWIFERYT E 1 M CS

Abbreviation:PGDipMidCode: 73907Mode: limited attendance external; FT/PT Credit points: 24


Entry requirementsA registered nurse with a minimum of one year full-time clinical experience as a registered nurse;and either

An appropriate undergraduate degree in a health-related field or other qualifications deemed equivalent;or

Evidence of professional experience (including nursing) that meets the approval of the Head of School and Faculty;or

Qualifications recognised by the Head of School to allow enrolment by exception.

Course structureStudents must successfully complete the core subjects and one elective subject.

Core subjectsNS5112:03 Physiological Processes in MidwiferyNS5113:03 Pathophysiological

Processes in MidwiferyNS5114:03 Pregnancy, Birth and Postnatal

Midwifery Care (involves a 5-day residential school at JCU Townsville

in mid-Study Period 1) NS5115:03 Midwifery Care in ‘At Risk’ Events NS5201:03 Research Theory and MethodologyNS5214:03 Professional Midwifery CareNS5220:03 Perinatal Critical Care and

the Pregnant Woman

Elective subjectsSelect one subject:NS5001:03 Applied Physiological AssessmentNS5002:03 Contemporary Issues in

Specialised PracticeNS5202:03 Research Proposal WritingNS5225:03 Care of the ‘At Risk’ NewbornNS5226:03 Infant Feeding and NutritionNS5230:03 Clinical Governance Project NS5405:03 Introduction to Nurse EducationNS5406:03 Clinical Teaching in NursingNS5407:03 Contemporary Issues in

Nurse EducationNS5408:03 Implementation of Clinical

Teaching StrategiesNS5710:03 Nursing Management

Across the Health SectorNS5730:03 Advanced Surgical NursingNS5740:03 Advanced Medical NursingNS5750:03 Dispute Resolution: A Nursing

and Midwifery Perspective NS5760:03 Qualitative Data Management in Nursing

NS5770:03 Nursing LeadershipOr other approved subjects. Consult course coordinator for further information.

MASTER OF MIDWIFERY

E 1 M CS

Abbreviation: MMidCode: 73904Mode: external; FT/PTCredit points: 36


Entry requirementsAn applicant must be a registered midwife or eligible for registration as a midwife in Australia and hold

Recently awarded a PhD from James Cook University, Karen Yates can still remember the first woman in labour she assisted as a student midwife more than 20 years ago, because “she wouldn’t let go of my hand”. Karenhadspentherfirstshiftsupportingthefirst-timemotherandherpartner. Standing at the head of the bed holding the woman’s hand, theseniormidwifeorderedKarentothebaseofthebedtoobservethe actual birth, but the mother-to-be refused to release her hand. Thefollowingday,thehappynewparentsgaveKarenagift,thankingher for her support, saying, “We couldn’t have done it without you.”

Karen’sPhDresearchprojectontheexperienceofmidwiveswho work in a dual role, as a nurse and a midwife in rural Queensland, reflects a valuable lesson she learned that first day: the importance of the human touch and continuity of care, “just being there” for women during a momentous life experience.

After leaving her hands-on role as a midwife in 2006 to assume a newly-created position with Queensland Health as Regional Maternity ServicesCoordinator,KarenquicklyrealisedthataPhDstudyprogramatthe JCU School of Nursing would improve her ability to research issues facing midwives in rural areas, and the implications for healthcare models and employment. “The support (at JCU) was fantastic. My supervisors were always available and the School of Nursing runs an annual research school in Townsville for their higher degree students, which really motivated me.”

KarenbasedherresearchoninterviewswithmidwivesathospitalsinInnisfail, Tully, Atherton and Mossman, with some common themes emerging. “They would have preferred to work solely as midwives, but because of the smaller number of births in rural areas, they were expected to undertake general nursing duties as well. They also had extreme difficulty accessing professional development opportunities.”

KarenwillpresentherresearchfindingsatanInternationalConfederationof Midwives conference in South Africa in late 2011, and hopes to conduct further research to support sustainable rural midwifery services.

Karen YatesDoctor of Philosophy

Regional Maternity Services Coordinator, Employer: Queensland Health



a degree, a graduate certificate, a graduate diploma, or equivalent; or

Have submitted as an exceptional case other evidence of academic and professional attainments that met the approval of the Head of School and Faculty.

Course StructureStudents will receive 12 credit points advanced standing in recognition of Midwifery registration. They must also successfully complete the following core subjects plus one elective, to make up 24 credit points.

Core subjectsNS5214:03 Professional Midwifery CareNS5220:03 Perinatal Critical Care and

the Pregnant WomanNS5201:03 Research: Theory and MethodologyNS5116:03 Advanced Midwifery CareNS5750:03 Dispute Resolution: A Nursing

and Midwifery PerspectiveNS5230:03 Clinical Governance Project

NS5366:03 Practice Development Project

Elective subjectsSelect one 3-credit-point subject from the Level 5 NS list of subjects. Contact the Faculty for further information.

EnquiriesMs Marie McAuliffeSchool of Nursing, Midwifery and NutritionTel: (07) 4781 5320<[email protected]>

NursingJCU’s School of Nursing, Midwifery and Nutrition offers professional programs for nurses in the following specialisations:

•AdvancedNursingPractice

•NursePractitioner

•NursingLeadership

• NursingScience(AdvancedClinical Practice)

•NursingScience(CardiacNursing)

• NursingScience(Careof the Older Adult)

•NursingScience(ClinicalTeaching)

•NursingScience(IntensiveCare)

•NursingScience(NeonatalCare)

• NursingScience(Perioperative Care)

•NursingScience(RenalNursing)

• NursingScience(SpecialistPaediatric Care)

• PostgraduateDiplomaofNursing

•NursingStudies.See also NURSING DOCTORATES (coursework and research).

ADVANCED NURSING PRACTICEThe Master of Advanced Nursing Practice enables progression from the current certificates and diplomas offered in nursing specialities and is designed to prepare students for advanced clinical practice in a chosen speciality area. It is intended to meet the ongoing professional needs of nurses working in, or planning to move into, roles as clinical nurse specialists, clinical nurse consultants, clinical educators, or clinical nurse managers.

Graduatesofthisawardwill be able to:

• AchievetheAustralianNursingFederation competencies of an advanced registered nurse;

• Demonstratetheeffectiveuseof high-level problem solving and communication skills when managing complex patient care situations;

• Demonstratetheapplicationofadvanced analytical and critical reflective skills in the delivery of specialist nursing care in the current health context;

• Applynursingresearchskillstotheprovision and evaluation of care in a specialist nursing environment.

This course is offered by distance education.

MASTEROFADVANCEDNURSINGPRACTICE E 1.5 M CS

Abbreviation: MAdvNPracCode: 72404Mode: external; F/PTCredit points: 36



Qualified for an appropriate undergraduate degree to a standard considered appropriate by the Head of School or other qualifications deemed equivalent;or

Evidence of academic and professional experience that meets the approval of the Head of School and Pro-Vice-Chancellor.

Course structureStudents must successfully complete the core subjects, a minimum of four speciality subjects, and a maximum of four elective subjects.

Core subjectsNS5001:03 Applied Physiological Assessment NS5002:03 Contemporary Issues in

Specialised Practice NS5201:03 Research: Theory and Methodology NS5366:03 Practice Development Project

Specialty subjects

Speciality subjectsSelect at least four subjects:NS5112:03 Physiological Processes in MidwiferyNS5113:03 Pathophysiological

Processes in MidwiferyNS5214:03 Professional Midwifery

Care (available to registered midwives only)

NS5220:03 Perinatal Critical Care and the Pregnant Woman (available to registered midwives only)

NS5225:03 Care of the ‘At Risk’ NewbornNS5226:03 Infant Feeding and NutritionNS5501:03 Contemporary Issues in

Acute Care NursingNS5511:03 Intensive Care Nursing 1*NS5512:03 Intensive Care Nursing 2*NS5604:03 Contemporary Issues in

Care of the Older AdultNS5605:03 Advanced Assessment

of the Older AdultNS5606:03 Clinical Management of the

Older Adult in the CommunityNS5607:03 Clinical Management of the Older

Adult in Health Care FacilitiesNS5730:03 Advanced Surgical NursingNS5740:03 Advanced Medical NursingNS5801:03 Cardiac Nursing 1*NS5802:03 Cardiac Nursing 2*NS5880:03 Managing Mental Health in

General Health Settings NS5907:03 Contemporary Issues

in Chronic Illness* these subjects have a clinical/practical component

Elective subjectsSelect a maximum of four subjects:NS5202:03 Research: Proposal Writing NS5230:03 Clinical Governance ProjectNS5405:03 Introduction to Nurse Education NS5406:03 Clinical Teaching in Nursing NS5407:03 Contemporary Issues in

Nurse Education

NS5408:03 Implementation of Clinical Teaching Strategies

NS5710:03 Nursing Management Across the Health Sector

NS5750:03 Dispute Resolution: A Nursing and Midwifery Perspective

NS5760:03 Qualitative Data Management in Nursing

NS5770:03 Nursing LeadershipNS5780:03 Applied Nursing Leadership

and Management in Developing Countries

HS5411:03 Community Rehabilitation for Health Professionals

TM5002:03 Infectious DiseasesTM5501:03 Tropical MedicineTM5502:03 Tropical Public HealthTM5510:03 Aboriginal and Torres

Strait Islander HealthTM5512:03 Travel MedicineTM5513:03 Public Health ManagementTM5514:03 Environmental HealthTM5525:03 Communicable Disease ControlTM5528:03 Health PromotionTM5536:03 Refugee HealthTM5540:03 Occupational HealthTM5541:03 Managing Effective Health ProgramsTM5542:03 Clinical Travel MedicineTM5554:03 Theory and Practice of Public HealthTM5555:03 Infection Control in Health SettingsTM5557:03 Disaster Health ManagementTM5560:03 Aeromedical RetrievalTM5566:03 Clinical Care Skills in

Aeromedical RetrievalTM5567:03 Flight Crew Skills in

Aeromedical RetrievalTM5568:03 Health Promotion Needs

Assessment and PlanningTM5569:03 Health Promotion Strategies

and MethodsTM5570:03 Health Promotion Research

and Evaluation

EnquiriesDr Lea BuddenSchool of Nursing, Midwifery and NutritionTel: (07) 4781 5320<[email protected]>

NURSE PRACTITIONERA nurse practitioner is a registered nurse educated to function autonomously and collaboratively in an advanced and expanded clinical role. This role includes assessment and management of clients using nursing knowledge and skills but is not limited to the direct referral of clients to other health care professionals, prescribing medications and ordering diagnostic investigations.

Nursing, Midwifery and Nutrition






Elective subjectsSelect three subjects:NS5202:03 Research Proposal WritingNS5225:03 Care of the ‘At Risk’ NewbornNS5226:03 Infant Feeding and NutritionNS5230:03 Clinical Governance ProjectNS5501:03 Contemporary Issues in

Acute Care NursingNS5604:03 Contemporary Issues in



Older Adult in the CommunityNS5607:03 Clinical Management of the

Adult in Health Care FacilitiesNS5710:03 Nursing Management

Across the Health SectorNS5750:03 Dispute Resolution: A Nursing

and Midwifery Perspective NS5760:03 Qualitative Data

Management in NursingNS5770:03 Nursing LeadershipNS5780:03 Applied Nursing Leadership


NS5880:03 Managing Mental Health in General Health Settings

NS5907:03 Contemporary Issues in Chronic Illness


TM5002:03 Infectious DiseasesTM5501:03 Tropical MedicineTM5502:03 Tropical Public HealthTM5510:03 Aboriginal and Torres

Strait Islander HealthTM5512:03 Travel MedicineTM5513:03 Public Health ManagementTM5514:03 Environmental HealthTM5525:03 Communicable Disease ControlTM5528:03 Health PromotionTM5536:03 Refugee HealthTM5540:03 Occupational HealthTM5541:03 Managing Effective Health ProgramsTM5542:03 Clinical Travel MedicineTM5554:03 Theory and Practice of Public HealthTM5555:03 Infection Control in Health SettingsTM5557:03 Disaster Health ManagementTM5560:03 Aeromedical RetrievalTM5566:03 Clinical Care Skills in





and Evaluation

EnquiriesAssociate Professor David LindsaySchool of Nursing, Midwifery and NutritionTel: (07) 4781 5320<[email protected]>

NURSING LEADERSHIPEffective nursing leadership is crucial in a health care industry where continuous change requires people of vision and commitment to meet the challenges of providing effective health care. Concepts within the subjects of this course cover negotiation and dispute resolution, clinical governance, health care management, and emotional intelligence.

The course is aimed at nurses in leadership positions (such as Directors of Nursing, Assistant Directors of Nursing, Nurse Unit Managers and Clinical Nurse Consultants), or those being prepared for leadership roles in the future. These leadership roles include setting the strategic direction for services, human resource management and budget preparation and management, with the key responsibility of providing optimum patient care while maintaining patient safety.

This course is offered by distance education.

See also Postgraduate Diploma of Nursing (Nursing Leadership major).

MASTEROFNURSINGLEADERSHIP E 1.5 M CS

Abbreviation: MNLeadership(CW)Code: 76904Mode: external; F/PTCredit points: 36


Entry requirementsA registered nurse in Australia;and either

An undergraduate degree to a standard considered appropriate by the Head of School of Nursing, Midwifery and Nutrition or other qualifications deemed equivalent;or

Evidence of academic and professional experience that meets the approval of the Head of School of Nursing, Midwifery and Nutrition and Pro-Vice-Chancellor.

Course structureStudents must successfully complete the core subjects and five elective subjects.

Core subjectsNS5002:03 Contemporary Issues in

Specialised PracticeNS5201:03 Research: Theory and MethodologyNS5230:03 Clinical Governance ProjectNS5366:03 Practice Development ProjectNS5710:03 Nursing Management Across

the Health SectorNS5750:03 Dispute Resolution: A Nursing

and Midwifery Perspective

NS5770:03 Nursing Leadership

Elective subjectsSelect five subjects:NS5112:03 Physiological Processes in MidwiferyNS5113:03 Pathophysiological

Processes in MidwiferyNS5202:03 Research: Proposal WritingNS5225:03 Care of the ‘At Risk’ NewbornNS5226:03 Infant Feeding and NutritionNS5405:03 Introduction to Nurse EducationNS5406:03 Clinical Teaching in NursingNS5407:03 Contemporary Issues in Nurse EducationNS5408:03 Implementation of Clinical

Teaching StrategiesNS5501:03 Contemporary Issues in



of the Older AdultNS5606:03 Clinical Management of the Older

Adult in the CommunityNS5607:03 Clinical Management of the Older Adult in Health Care FacilitiesNS5730:03 Advanced Surgical NursingNS5740:03 Advanced Medical NursingNS5760:03 Qualitative Data Management

in NursingNS5780:03 Applied Nursing Leadership and

Management in Developing CountriesNS5880:03 Managing Mental Health in

General Health Settings NS5907:03 Contemporary Issues in Chronic IllnessHS5411:03 Community Rehabilitation

for Health ProfessionalsTM5002:03 Infectious DiseasesTM5501:03 Tropical MedicineTM5502:03 Tropical Public HealthTM5510:03 Aboriginal and Torres Strait

Islander HealthTM5512:03 Travel MedicineTM5513:03 Public Health ManagementTM5514:03 Environmental HealthTM5525:03 Communicable Disease Control TM5526:03 Public Health EconomicsTM5528:03 Health Promotion TM5536:03 Refugee Health

Givenitspre-requisitesubjectstructure, clinical and employment requirements, this course is only offered on a part-time basis (minimum four study periods).

MASTEROFNURSING(NURSEPRACTITIONER)T E 1 * M CS

Abbreviation: MN(NursePract)(CW)Course Code: 75904Mode: Limited attendance/external;PTCredit points: 36 Tuition fees: see page 66* 36mths PT

Entry requirements:A registered nurse in Australia and has completed a minimum of five years full-time equivalent of clinical experience as a registered nurse of which at least three years are in a relevant speciality area and concurrent employment of at least 0.5 full-time equivalent in an advanced practice/nurse practitioner role for the duration of the course;and either

A Bachelor degree in nursing at this or another University; or


Applicants must have access to clinical supervision in their speciality area.

Course structureStudents must successfully complete the core subjects, and three elective subjects.

Core subjects NS5201:03 Research: Theory and MethodologyNS5901:03 Extended Health Assessment

for Nurse Practitioners (offered odd years only)

NS5902:03 Diagnostic Reasoning and Clinical Decision Making for Nurse Practitioners (offered odd years only)

NS5903:03 Nurse Practitioner Clinical Practice 1NS5904:03 Applied Pharmacotherapeutics

for Nurse Practitioners (offered even years only)

NS5905:03 Professional Issues for Nurse Practitioners

NS5906:03 Nurse Practitioner Clinical Practice 2NS5910:03 Principles of Pharmacotherapeutics

for Nurse Practitioners (offered odd years only)

NS5366:03 Practice Development Project


TM5540:03 Occupational HealthTM5541:03 Managing Effective Health ProgramsTM5542:03 Clinical Travel MedicineTM5554:03 Theory and Practice of Public HealthTM5555:03 Infection Control in Health SettingsTM5557:03 Disaster Health ManagementTM5560:03 Aeromedical RetrievalTM5566:03 Clinical Care Skills in



Assessment and Planning TM5569:03 Health Promotion Strategies


and Evaluation

EnquiriesDr Lee StewartSchool of Nursing, Midwifery and NutritionTel: (07) 4781 5320<[email protected]>

NURSING SCIENCE (ADVANCED CLINICAL PRACTICE)Students will critically reflect upon their nursing practice and gain and apply specific nursing knowledge and skills relevant to their practice area. They will explore and reflect upon health care issues within a framework of contemporary nursing practice, and practise advanced physical nursing assessment (having acquired knowledge and skills in both physiological and pathophysiological processes, pharmacological concepts and relevant principles of microbiology). Nurses can tailor their study program for their area of speciality. This program is offered by distance education. See also Postgraduate Diploma of Nursing.

POSTGRADUATECERTIFICATEOFNURSINGSCIENCE(ADVANCEDCLINICAL PRACTICE) E 1 PT M CS

Abbreviation: PGCertNSc (AdvClinPrac)Code: 75511Mode: external; PT only Credit points: 12


Entry RequirementA registered nurse with a minimum of one year of full-time clinical experience as a registered nurse; and either

An undergraduate degree; or

Other qualifications deemed equivalent or qualifications recognised by the Head of School of Nursing, Midwifery and Nutrition to allow enrolment by exception.

Course structureStudents must successfully complete the core subjects and two elective subjects.

Core subjectsNS5001:03 Applied Physiological AssessmentNS5002:03 Contemporary Issues in

Specialised Practice

Elective subjectsSelect two subjects: NS5112:03 Physiological Processes in MidwiferyNS5113:03 Pathophysiological

Processes in MidwiferyNS5225:03 Care of the ‘At Risk’ NewbornNS5226:03 Infant Feeding and NutritionNS5230:03 Clinical Governance ProjectNS5405:03 Introduction to Nurse EducationNS5406:03 Clinical Teaching in NursingNS5407:03 Contemporary Issues in








Across the Health Sector NS5730:03 Advanced Surgical NursingNS5740:03 Advanced Medical NursingNS5750:03 Dispute Resolution: A Nursing

and Midwifery Perspective NS5770:03 Nursing LeadershipNS5880:03 Managing Mental Health in

General Health Settings NS5907:03 Contemporary Issues

in Chronic Illness


NURSING SCIENCE (CARDIAC NURSING)The course provides registered nurses with the opportunity to competently provide holistic care for cardiac patients through the integration of advanced-level knowledge, skills and humanistic values, within the context of a coronary care unit.

Graduateswillacquireadvanced problem-solving and communication skills and utilise these to effectively manage complex patient care situations, deliver care within a sound ethical and legal framework, and fulfil the role of patient advocate when appropriate.

This program is offered by distance education.

Applicants wishing to undertake this course must be currently employed with a minimum of 0.6FTE in a coronary care unit. Some subjects have a 160-hour clinical practice requirement (see below). Clinical placement will be facilitated by the employing hospital.

See also Postgraduate Diploma of Nursing (Cardiac Nursing major).

POSTGRADUATECERTIFICATEOFNURSINGSCIENCE(CARDIACNURSING)E 1 PT M CS

Abbreviation:PGCertNSc (CardN)Code: 75911Mode: external; PT onlyCredit points: 12


Entry requirementsA registered nurse with a minimum of one-year full-time clinical experience as a registered nurse;and either

An undergraduate degree in a health-related field or other qualifications deemed equivalent;or

An exceptional case such as professional experience in nursing.

Course structureStudents must successfully complete the following core subjects.



NS5801:03 Cardiac Nursing 1 (clinical practice required) offered odd years only

NS5802:03 Cardiac Nursing 2 (clinical practice required)offered odd years only

EnquiriesMs Ylona Chun TieSchool of Nursing, Midwifery and NutritionTel: (07) 4781 5320<[email protected]>

NURSING SCIENCE (CARE OF THE OLDER ADULT)This course provides registered nurses with an additional qualification that will enable them to provide specialist care to the older adult in a number of health care settings across Australia. Graduateswillbeableto:

• functionasspecialistcarenursesin a range of clinical settings including acute hospitals, nursing homes and in the community;

• providesensitive,individualised,holistic research-based nursing care to this population;

• utilisetheirexpertisetowardsraising the profile of specialist nursing skills related to care of the older adult within the nursing community at large.


See also Postgraduate Diploma of Nursing (Care of the Older Adult major).

POSTGRADUATECERTIFICATEOFNURSINGSCIENCE(CAREOFTHEOLDER ADULT)E 1 PT M CS

Abbreviation:PGCertNSc (CareOlderAdult)Code: 73311Mode: external; PT onlyCredit points: 12


Entry requirementsA registered nurse in Australia; and either

An undergraduate degree or other qualifications deemed equivalent;or

Qualifications recognised by the Head of School of Nursing, Midwifery and Nutrition to allow enrolment by exception.











Older Adult in the Community NS5607:03 Clinical Management of the Older

Adult in Health Care Facilities

EnquiriesMsKristinWickingSchool of Nursing, Midwifery and NutritionTel: (07) 4781 5320<[email protected]>

NURSING SCIENCE (CLINICAL TEACHING)This course enables registered nurses to develop and formalise their clinical teaching skills. The course focuses on the theoretical and applied knowledge required to function as effective clinical teachers.Graduatesofthiscourse will be preferred clinical educators for the School of Nursing, Midwifery and Nutrition at JCU.


See also Postgraduate Diploma of Nursing (Clinical Teaching major).

POSTGRADUATECERTIFICATEOFNURSINGSCIENCE(CLINICALTEACHING) E 1 PT M CS

Abbreviation:PGCertNSc(ClinTeach)Campus: Off campusCode: 73411Mode: external; PT onlyCredit points: 12


Entry requirementsA registered nurse in Australia.


Core subjectsNS5405:03 Introduction to Nurse EducationNS5406:03 Clinical Teaching in NursingNS5407:03 Contemporary Issues in


Teaching Strategies


NURSING SCIENCE (INTENSIVE CARE)This course enables registered nurses to competently provide holistic care for the critically ill through the integration of advanced level knowledge, skills and humanistic values, within the context of an intensive care unit.Graduateswillbecapableofdemonstrating advanced problem-solving and communication skills and be able to utilise these effectively to manage complex patient care situations, and to deliver care within a sound ethical and legal framework. They will also fulfil the role of patient advocate when appropriate and function at a competent level in accordance with the Australian College of Critical Care Nurses (ACCCN).

Applicants wishing to undertake this course must be currently employed with a minimum of 0.6FTE in an intensive care unit. Some subjects have a 160-hour clinical practice requirement (see below). Clinical placement will be facilitated by the employing hospital.


See also Postgraduate Diploma of Nursing (Intensive Care major).

POSTGRADUATECERTIFICATEOFNURSINGSCIENCE(INTENSIVECARE) E 1 PT M CS

Abbreviation: PGCertNSc(IntCare)Code: 75611Mode: external; PT onlyCredit points: 12



An undergraduate degree in a health-related field or other qualifications deemed equivalent;or




Specialised PracticeNS5511:03 Intensive Care Nursing 1

(clinical practice required)*NS5512:03 Intensive Care Nursing 2

(clinical practice required)*

* Offered even years only.

EnquiriesMs Ylona Chun TieSchool of Nursing, Midwifery and NutritionTel: (07) 4781 5320<[email protected]>

NURSING SCIENCE (NEONATAL CARE)This course has been developed to meet the region’s health needs relating to the shortage of specialised nursing caring for acutely ill neonates and their families. The course has been designed through extensive collaboration with Queensland Health and the private hospital sector.


See also Postgraduate Diploma of Nursing (Neonatal Care major).

POSTGRADUATECERTIFICATEOFNURSINGSCIENCE(NEONATALCARE) E 1 PT M CS

Abbreviation: PGCertNSc(NeonatCare)Code: 76911Mode: external; PT onlyCredit points: 12Tuition fees: see page 66

Entry requirementsA registered nurse in Australia; and either

An undergraduate degree or other qualifications deemed equivalent;or


Course structureStudents must successfully complete the following subjects.



NS5230:03 Clinical Governance ProjectPlus either these Queensland Health Transition subjects:QHealth Foundations of Neonatal NursingQHealth Care of the Newborn with Complex Health NeedsOr these subjects:NS5225:03 Care of the ‘At Risk’ Newborn

NS5226:03 Infant Feeding and Nutrition

EnquiriesMs Marie McAuliffeSchool of Nursing, Midwifery and NutritionTel: (07) 4781 5320<[email protected]>

NURSING SCIENCE (PERIOPERATIVE CARE)This course provides knowledge and skills to prepare registered nurses as specialist perioperative care nurses. The course has been designed through extensive collaboration with Queensland Health. Students will engage in theory and clinical learning to enhance their performance in the specialty area of perioperative care. This course uses an additive model with subjects being offered by JCU and Queensland Health to fulfill the requirements of a postgraduate certificate. The clinical component of the course is to be conducted by Queensland Health within their Transition to Practice Nurse Education Programs (TPNEP) – Perioperative program.

See also Postgraduate Diploma of Nursing (Perioperative Care major).

POSTGRADUATECERTIFICATEOFNURSINGSCIENCE(PERIOPERATIVE CARE)# E 1 PT M CS

Abbreviation: PGCertNSc(PeriopCare)Code: 75811Mode: external; PT onlyCredit points: 12Tuition fees: see page 66# Available only to registered nurses who are enrolled in, or have completed, QHealth Transitions Program or equivalent.


Successful completion of the QHealth TPNEP Perioperative Program;or


Successful completion of a perioperative nursing hospital certificate to a standard approved by the Head of School of Nursing, Midwifery and Nutrition or equivalent.


SubjectsNS5002:03 Contemporary Issues in

Specialised PracticeNS5230:03 Clinical Governance Project

Plus Queensland Health TPNEP Perioperative program (equivalent to six credit points).

EnquiriesMs Caryn WestSchool of Nursing, Midwifery and NutritionTel: (07) 4781 5320<[email protected]>

NURSING SCIENCE (RENAL NURSING)This course is designed to provide registered nurses with tertiary qualifications in renal nursing. The clinical component of the QHealth subjects is to be conducted by Queensland Health within their Transition to Practice/Professional Development Nurse Education Program (TPNEP) – Renal.


See also Postgraduate Diploma of Nursing (Renal Nursing major).

POSTGRADUATECERTIFICATEOFNURSINGSCIENCE(RENALNURSING)# E 1 PT M CS

Abbreviation: PGCertNSc(RenalN)Code: 77011Mode: external; PT onlyCredit points: 12Tuition fees: see page 66# Available only to registered nurses who are enrolled in, or have completed, QHealth Transitions Program or equivalent.


Successful completion of the QHealth TPNEP Renal Program;or

Successful completion of a renal nursing hospital certificate to a standard approved by the Head

of School of Nursing, Midwifery and Nutrition or equivalent.


SubjectsNS5002:03 Contemporary Issues in


NS5230:03 Clinical Governance Projectplus Queensland Health Transition subjects:QHealth TPNEP Renal I

QHealth TPNEP Renal II

EnquiriesMs Caryn WestSchool of Nursing, Midwifery and NutritionTel: (07) 4781 5320<[email protected]>

NURSING SCIENCE (SPECIALIST PAEDIATRIC CARE)This course provides registered nurses with tertiary qualifications in specialist paediatric nursing. The clinical component of the course is to be conducted by Queensland Health within their Transition to Practice Nurse Education Program (TPNEP) – Paediatric and Community Child Health or Transition to Practice Nurse Education Program (TPNEP) – Intensive Care (Paediatric) program. This program is offered by distance education.See also Postgraduate Diploma of Nursing (Specialist Paediatric Care major).

POSTGRADUATECERTIFICATEOFNURSINGSCIENCE(SPECIALISTPAEDIATRIC CARE)# E 1 PT M CS

Abbreviation: PGCertNSc(SpecPaedCare)Code: 103611Mode: external; PT onlyCredit points: 12Tuition fees: see page 66# Available only to registered nurses who are enrolled in, or have completed, QHealth Transitions Program or equivalent.


Successful completion of the QHealth TPNEP Paediatric and Community Child Health Program or Transition to Practice Nurse

Education Program (TPNEP) – Intensive Care (Paediatric) program;or

Successful completion of a specialist paediatric nursing hospital certificate to a standard approved by the Head of School of Nursing, Midwifery and Nutrition or equivalent.


Core SubjectsNS5002:03 Contemporary Issues in

Specialist Practice

NS5230:03 Clinical Governance Projectplus Queensland Health Transition program:QHealth TPNEP Paediatric and Community Child Health; ORQHealth Transition to Practice Nurse Education Program (TPNEP) – Intensive Care (Paediatric).


POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA OF NURSINGThe Postgraduate Diploma of Nursing has been developed in response to the demand from Registered Nurses who are seeking to build upon postgraduate certificate qualifications, and an exit point for students wishing to graduate with a higher qualification. Registered Nurses can design their program within this course by selecting from a number of elective subjects.

There are also a number of majors available within the Postgraduate Diploma of Nursing:•AeromedicalRetrieval•CardiacNursing•CareoftheOlderAdult•ClinicalTeaching•DisasterandRefugeeHealth• Emergency•GeneralPractice•HealthPromotion• InfectionControl• IntensiveCareNursing• IsolatedandRuralPractice•MentalHealth•NeonatalCare

•NursingLeadership•Oncology•PerioperativeCare•PublicHealth•RenalNursing•SpecialistPaediatricCare• TravelMedicine.

The program of study is delivered entirely by distance education.

JCU’s Postgraduate Diploma of Nursing courses articulate into the Master of Nursing Studies, page 66.

POSTGRADUATEDIPLOMAOFNURSING E 1 M CS

Abbreviation: PGDipNursingCode: 100507Mode: external; F/PT Credit points: 24


Entry requirementsA registered nurse with a minimum of one year full-time clinical experience as a registered nurse;and eitherQualified for an appropriate undergraduate degree to a standard considered appropriate by the Head of School of Nursing, Midwifery and Nutrition or other qualifications deemed equivalent;or Evidence of academic and professional experience that meets the approval of the Head of School and Faculty.

Course structure Students must successfully complete the core and elective subjects as listed below.

Generic programCore subjects NS5002:03 Contemporary Issues in


NS5201:03 Research: Theory and Methodology

Elective subjects Select six subjects from the list of electives, page 33.

Aeromedical Retrieval MajorCore subjects NS5002:03 Contemporary Issues in

Specialised PracticeNS5201:03 Research: Theory and MethodologyTM5560:03 Aeromedical RetrievalTM5566:03 Clinical Care Skills in


Aeromedical Retrieval






JCU Postgraduate Study Guide 201132

Elective subjects Select three subjects from the list of electives, page 33.

Cardiac Nursing Major Core subjects NS5002:03 Contemporary Issues in

Specialised PracticeNS5201:03 Research: Theory and MethodologyNS5801:03 Cardiac Nursing 1#(offered

odd years only)NS5802:03 Cardiac Nursing 2#(offered

odd years only)

NS5001:03 Applied Physiological Assessment


Care of the Older Adult Major Core subjects NS5002:03 Contemporary Issues in

Specialised PracticeNS5201:03 Research: Theory and MethodologyNS5604:03 Contemporary Issues in




Adult in Health Care Facilities

Elective subjects Select two subjects from the list of electives, page 33.

Clinical Teaching Major Core subjects NS5002:03 Contemporary Issues in

Specialised PracticeNS5201:03 Research: Theory and MethodologyNS5405:03 Introduction to Nurse EducationNS5406:03 Clinical Teaching in NursingNS5407:03 Contemporary Issues in


Teaching Strategies


Disaster and Refugee Health Major Core subjects NS5002:03 Contemporary Issues in

Specialised PracticeNS5201:03 Research: Theory and MethodologyTM5536:03 Refugee Health

TM5557:03 Disaster Health Management

Elective subjects Select four subjects from the list of electives, page 33.

Emergency Major Core subjects NS5002:03 Contemporary Issues in

Specialised PracticeNS5201:03 Research: Theory and MethodologyCREDITED – QHealth TPNEP Emergency Program (= six credit points)


General Practice Major Core Subjects NS5002:03 Contemporary Issues in

Specialised PracticeNS5201:03 Research: Theory and MethodologyCREDITED – AGPN Practice Nursing 1 (= three credit points)CREDITED – AGPN Practice Nursing 2 (= three credit points)CREDITED – AGPN Advanced Health Assessment (= three credit points)


Health Promotion Major Core Subjects NS5002:03 Contemporary Issues in

Specialised PracticeNS5201:03 Research: Theory and MethodologyTM5568:03 Health Promotion Needs



and EvaluationPlus either:TM5528:03 Health Promotion; or

TM5554:03 Theory and Practice of Public Health


Infection Control Major Core Subjects NS5002:03 Contemporary Issues in

Specialised PracticeNS5201:03 Research: Theory and MethodologyTM5002:03 Infectious Diseases

TM5555:03 Infection Control in Health Settings


Intensive Care Nursing Major Core Subjects NS5002:03 Contemporary Issues in

Specialised PracticeNS5201:03 Research: Theory and MethodologyNS5511:03 Intensive Care Nursing

1#(offered even years only)








NS5512:03 Intensive Care Nursing 2#(offered even years only)

NS5001:03 Applied Physiological Assessment


Isolated and Rural Practice Core Subjects NS5002:03 Contemporary Issues in

Specialised PracticeNS5201:03 Research: Theory and MethodologyCREDITED – QHealth RIPRN Program (= six credit points)


Mental Health Major Please note, this major does not lead to MN endorsement.

Core Subjects NS5002:03 Contemporary Issues in

Specialised PracticeNS5201:03 Research: Theory and MethodologyCREDITED – QHealth TPNEP Mental Health Program (= six credit points)


Neonatal Care Major Core Subjects NS5002:03 Contemporary Issues in

Specialised PracticeNS5201:03 Research: Theory and MethodologyNS5230:03 Clinical Governance ProjectNS5225:03 Care of the ‘At Risk’ Newborn#

NS5226:03 Infant Feeding and Nutrition#

Elective subjects Select three subjects from the list of electives, page33.

Nursing Leadership Major Core subjects NS5002:03 Contemporary Issues in

Specialised PracticeNS5201:03 Research: Theory and MethodologyNS5230:03 Clinical Governance ProjectNS5710:03 Nursing Management

Across the Health SectorNS5750:03 Dispute Resolution: A Nursing

and Midwifery Perspective

NS5770:03 Nursing Leadership


Oncology MajorCore Subjects NS5002:03 Contemporary Issues in


NS5201:03 Research: Theory and MethodologyCREDITED – QHealth TPNEP Oncology/Cancer Care Program (=6 credit points)


Perioperative Care Major Core subjects NS5002:03 Contemporary Issues in

Specialised PracticeNS5201:03 Research: Theory and MethodologyNS5230:03 Clinical Governance ProjectCREDITED – QHealth TPNEP Perioperative Program (= six credit points)

Elective subjects Select three subjects from the list of electives, page 33. That list may also include:TM5002:03 Infectious Diseases and TM5555:03 Infection Control in

Health Care Settings

Public Health Major Core Subjects NS5002:03 Contemporary Issues in

Specialised PracticeNS5201:03 Research: Theory and Methodology

TM5515:03 Epidemiology for Public HealthPlus two of the following:TM5513:03 Public Health ManagementTM5525:03 Communicable Disease ControlTM5528:03 Health PromotionTM5540:03 Occupational Health


Elective subjects Select three subjects from the list of electives , page 33.

Renal Nursing Major Core subjects CREDITED - Renal I (QHealth Transition to Practice Nurse Education Program [TPNEP] – Renal)CREDITED - Renal II (QHealth Transition to Practice Nurse Education Program [TPNEP] – Renal).NS5002:03 Contemporary Issues in

Specialised PracticeNS5201:03 Research: Theory and Methodology

NS5230:03 Clinical Governance Project


Specialist Paediatric Care Major Core subjects CREDITED - (six credit points) QHealth Transition to Practice Nurse Education Program [TPNEP] – Paediatric and Community Child Health; or QHealth Transition to Practice Nurse Education Program [TPNEP] – Intensive Care (Paediatric)

NS5002:03 Contemporary Issues in Specialised Practice

NS5201:03 Research: Theory and Methodology

NS5230:03 Clinical Governance Project

Elective subjects Select three subjects from the list of electives , page 33.

Travel Medicine Major Core Subjects NS5002:03 Contemporary Issues in

Specialised PracticeNS5201:03 Research: Theory and MethodologyTM5512:03 Travel Medicine

TM5542:03 Clinical Travel Medicine

Elective subjects Select two subjects from the list of electives (see below), plus any two TM5 subjects (contact the Faculty, page 24).

Elective subjects for the diploma of nursing NS5001:03 Applied Physiological AssessmentNS5112:03 Physiological Processes in MidwiferyNS5113:03 Pathophysiological

Processes in MidwiferyNS5202:03 Research: Proposal WritingNS5214:03 Professional Midwifery Care* NS5220:03 Perinatal Critical Care and

the Pregnant Woman*NS5225:03 Care of the ‘At Risk’ Newborn#NS5226:03 Infant Feeding and Nutrition#NS5230:03 Clinical Governance ProjectNS5366:03 Practice Development ProjectNS5405:03 Introduction to Nurse EducationNS5406:03 Clinical Teaching in NursingNS5407:03 Contemporary Issues in



Acute Care NursingNS5511:03 Intensive Care Nursing 1#NS5512:03 Intensive Care Nursing 2 #NS5604:03 Contemporary Issues in





Across the Health SectorNS5730:03 Advanced Surgical NursingNS5740:03 Advanced Medical NursingNS5750:03 Dispute Resolution: A Nursing

and Midwifery PerspectiveNS5760:03 Qualitative Data

Management in NursingNS5770:03 Nursing Leadership

NS5780:03 Applied Nursing Leadership and Management in Developing Countries

NS5801:03 Cardiac Nursing 1#NS5802:03 Cardiac Nursing 2#NS5880:03 Managing Mental Health in

General Health SettingsNS5907:03 Contemporary Issues

in Chronic Illness* Available to Registered Midwives only.# These subjects have a clinical/practical component and students must be employed in the respective specialty unit.


NURSING STUDIESThe Master of Nursing Studies extends the skills and knowledge of graduate nurses to an advanced level.

The course structure is flexible, enabling students to tailor a program that suits their professional needs and interests.

JCU’s postgraduate certificate and postgraduate diploma nursing courses articulate into the Master of Nursing Studies.

MASTEROFNURSINGSTUDIES E 1.5 M CS

Abbreviation: MNStCode: 74904Mode: external; F/PT Credit points: 36



Qualified for an appropriate undergraduate degree to a standard considered appropriate by the Head of School of Nursing, Midwifery and Nutrition or other qualifications deemed equivalent;or



Course structureCandidates undertake two core subjects and 10 elective subjects.

Core subjectsNS5201:03 Research: Theory and Methodologyplus one of the following:NS5002:03 Contemporary Issues in

Specialised PracticeNS5407:03 Contemporary Issues in

Nurse EducationNS5501:03 Contemporary Issues in


Care of the Older AdultNS5907:03 Contemporary Issues

in Chronic Illness

Elective subjects Select 10 subjects:NS5001:03 Applied Physiological AssessmentNS5002:03 Contemporary Issues in

Specialised PracticeNS5112:03 Physiological Processes in Midwifery NS5113:03 Pathophysiological

Processes in Midwifery NS5202:03 Research Proposal WritingNS5225:03 Care of the ‘At Risk’ NewbornNS5226:03 Infant Feeding and NutritionNS5230:03 Clinical Governance ProjectNS5366:03 Practice Development ProjectNS5405:03 Introduction to Nurse Education NS5406:03 Clinical Teaching in Nursing NS5407:03 Contemporary Issues in

Nurse Education NS5408:03 Implementation of Clinical Teaching NS5501:03 Contemporary issues in






Across the Health Sector NS5730:03 Advanced Surgical NursingNS5740:03 Advanced Medical NursingNS5750:03 Dispute Resolution: A Nursing

and Midwifery Perspective NS5760:03 Qualitative Data

Management in Nursing NS5770:03 Nursing LeadershipNS5780:03 Applied Nursing Leadership


NS5880:03 Management Mental Health in General Health Settings

NS5907:03 Contemporary Issues in Chronic Illness

A maximum of four subjects can be chosen from:HS5411:03 Community Rehabilitation

for Health ProfessionalsTM5002:03 Infectious DiseasesTM5501:03 Tropical MedicineTM5502:03 Tropical Public HealthTM5510:03 Aboriginal and Torres

Strait Islander HealthTM5512:03 Travel MedicineTM5513:03 Public Health ManagementTM5514:03 Environmental HealthTM5525:03 Communicable Disease ControlTM5526:03 Public Health EconomicsTM5528:03 Health PromotionTM5536:03 Refugee HealthTM5540:03 Occupational HealthTM5541:03 Managing Effective Health ProgramsTM5542:03 Clinical Travel MedicineTM5554:03 Theory and Practice of Public HealthTM5555:03 Infection Control in Health SettingsTM5557:03 Disaster Health ManagementTM5560:03 Aeromedical RetrievalTM5566:03 Clinical Care Skills in





and Evaluation


Nursing Doctorates JCU offers a professional doctorate program, Doctor of Nursing Science, available to registered nurses (see research).

Pathways to ResearchIf you would like to progress to a research higher degree (PhD and research masters) but do not have an honours degree or research experience, JCU offers several pathway options for health science graduates.

These are coursework programs that integrate some research and provide graduates with the necessary research skills to enter some research higher degrees.

Suitability will depend on your undergraduate degree and your intended research plans. The courses offer Commonwealth supported places.

Postgraduate Diploma of Research MethodsCourse Code: 79007

(12 months full-time or part-time equivalent)

This is available to graduates of a 3-year bachelor degree in a relevant discipline, with a third year grade point average of at least Credit. Advanced standing may be granted for recognised prior learning. On successful completion, students may progress to a research masters program.

Graduate Certificate of Research MethodsCourse Code: 79011

(six months full-time or part-time equivalent)

This is available to graduates of a 3-year bachelor degree in a relevant discipline, with a third year grade point average of at least Credit. Advanced standing may be granted for recognised prior learning. On successful completion, students may progress to a research masters program.

Bachelor of Nursing Science (Honours) (Graduate)(12 months full-time or part-time equivalent)

This course provides an opportunity for nursing science graduates to gain honours qualifications and progress to research masters or PhD programs.

Further informationFaculty of Medicine Health and Molecular SciencesTel: (07) 4781 6348Fax: (07) 4781 4655<[email protected]>

ResearchThe School offers the following research higher degrees :


•DoctorofNursingScience

•MasterofNursingScience.

Find out more about research opportunities at the School’s website: www.jcu.edu.au/nursing

DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHYThe Doctor of Philosophy is a program of supervised original research. It culminates in the submission of a thesis that demonstrates the ability for critical analysis and research that makes a significant and original contribution to the knowledge and understanding of the field of study.

DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHYT C E 3 Abbreviation: PhDCode: 79502Mode: external*; F/PTTuition fees: see page 66* attendance on campus is required for confirmation and pre-completion seminars and at Annual Research Schools (usually held mid year). Assistance with the costs associated with travel to attend Research Schools can be negotiated via the Director of Research and Research Training(ProfessorKimUsher)and/orthe HOS (A/Professor David Lindsay).


An appropriate masters with at least a 50 per cent research component, or equivalent, or other qualifications deemed equivalent;or

Enrolment of not less than one year full time or two years part time in an appropriate masters degree by research or successful completion oftheGraduateDiplomaofResearch Methods with an average grade of Distinction or better;or


Next stepApplicants need to discuss their proposed research topic with an appropriate research advisor. To look for an appropriate advisor, visittheGraduateResearchSchoolwebsite and follow the link to ‘Find


a research advisor’. Alternatively, discuss your application and proposal with the School’s Director of Research and Research Training(ProfessorKimUsher).


DOCTOR OF NURSING SCIENCEThe School offers a range of postgraduate research opportunities for registered nurses. The School recently introduced the Doctor of Nursing Science, the first in Queensland.

This professional doctorate has the potential to make a significant contribution to nursing practice (management, education or clinical). The degree provides a level of flexibility that enables students to adapt and adjust to suit the demands of the workplace. It also allows them to produce valuable outcomes, such as research reports and publications, during their studies.

This course is a research doctorate with a coursework component and students are required to negotiate with their advisors a range of research tasks, as relevant to their professional development. These include appropriate research methodology subjects and a systematic literature review.

DOCTOROFNURSINGSCIENCET E 3 Abbreviation: DNScCode: 79402Mode: external*; F/PTTuition fees: see page 66* attendance on campus is required for confirmation and pre-completion seminars and at Annual Research Schools (usually held mid year). Assistance with the costs associated with travel to attend Research Schools can be negotiated via the Director of Research and Research Training(ProfessorKimUsher)and/orthe HOS (A/Professor David Lindsay).

Entry requirementsA minimum of five years of post-registration experience or experience approved by the Head of School;and either

A bachelor degree in nursing with first class or second-class


MASTER OF NURSING SCIENCEThe objective of the Master of Nursing Science is to enable registered nurses to design and conduct research, and to communicate research findings.

MASTEROFNURSINGSCIENCET E 1.5 Abbreviation: MNScCode: 74703Mode: internal/external*; F/PTTuition fees: see page 66*attendance on campus is required for confirmation and pre-completion seminars and at Annual Research Schools (usually held mid year). Assistance with the costs associated with travel to attend Research Schools can be negotiated via the Director of Research and Research Training(ProfessorKimUsher)and/orthe HOS (A/Professor David Lindsay).

(Division A) Honours approved by the Research Education Sub Committee on the advice of the relevant Head of School; or

A research masters degree in Nursing or a related discipline approved by the Head of School;or

A coursework masters degree in Nursing or a related discipline approved by the Head of School comprising at least one-third research methodology and practice in which a credit grade point average was obtained;or

Other qualifications and professional experience judged by the Head of School and the Dean,GraduateResearchStudiesto provide a preparation for study equivalent to that provided above and appropriate to commencing study in the Doctor of Nursing Studies program.

Course structureStudents must successfully complete the core subjects and 6 credit points of elective subjects.

Core subjectsNS6210:06 Integrated Literature ReviewNS6300:06 Research Theory and PracticePD7214:00 Professional Doctorate

Research Portfolio (Part 1) PD7214:00 Professional Doctorate

Research Portfolio (Part 2)PD7214:00 Professional Doctorate

Research Portfolio (Part 3)PD7214:00 Professional Doctorate

Research Portfolio (Part 4)NS6100:06 Doctoral Specialisation 1 Options NS6110:06 Doctoral Specialisation 2or

Six credit points from any NS5, NS6, TM5 or TM6 subject as approved by the Course Coordinator.

Next stepApplicants need to discuss their proposed research topic with an appropriate research advisor. To look for an appropriate advisor, visit the GraduateResearchSchoolwebsiteand follow the link to ‘Find a research advisor’. Alternatively, discuss your application and proposal with the Course Coordinator (Professor Colin Holmes) or School’s Director of Research and Research Training(ProfessorKimUsher).

Entry requirementsApplicants need to be registered nurses in Australia with an Honours degree in nursing;or

Other qualifications deemed equivalent.

Next stepApplicants need to discuss their proposed research topic with an appropriate research advisor. To look for an appropriate advisor, visittheGraduateResearchSchoolwebsite and follow the link to ‘Find a research advisor’. Alternatively, discuss your application and proposal with the School’s Director of Research and Research Training(ProfessorKimUsher).








Located in the Medicine and Science precincts of the Townsville campus, the School carries out research in a number of diverse areas including pharmacy practice, clinical pharmacy, pharmaceutical sciences, chemistry, biochemistry, molecular biology, genetics, and immunology. The staff have attracted research funding from the Australian Research Council and National Health and Medical Research Council, the PharmacyGuildofAustraliaandthe Pharmaceutical Society of Australia (Queensland Branch).

ProgramsThe Master of Pharmaceutical Public Health is being offered for the first time in 2011. This flexible program is designed to give students core knowledge and skills, plus a wide range of electives so the student can tailor their studies to meet their career goals and needs. Elective subjects include the possibility of researching in their area of practice.

Students wishing to study to GraduateDiplomaorMasterslevel in biochemistry, chemistry, immunology, microbiology, pharmacology and physiology area canapplytoentertheGraduateDiploma of Science and Master of Applied Science programs.

The research programs are offered at doctoral, masters and honours degree levels. Research can be carried out pharmacy, biochemistry, molecular biology, genetics, chemistry, and immunology. Postgraduate research qualifications can be completed in collaboration between disciplines or schools within the Faculty of Medicine, Health Molecular Sciences.

In Pharmacy, students have the option of a traditional PhD and a professional doctorate (DPharm). The Doctor of Pharmacy is a research doctorate equivalent to a PhD, but contains a flexible coursework component which can be tailored to meet the needs of pharmacists

practicing in a wide range of clinical and/or management fields in both community and hospital pharmacy settings.

Research areas and expertisePharmacy at JCU is committed to improving health outcomes through research in primary health care, the quality use of medicines, clinical pharmacy, pharmacy practice and pharmaceutics. In association with the Australian Institute of Tropical Health and Medicine, these areas complement research with a rural, remote and Indigenous health focus, with a view to ‘enhancing life in the tropics’. Examples of Pharmacy research include:• Drugstability–photoand

thermal stability studies on selected drug molecules – and their reformulation

• Stabilityissuesofdrugsreformulated from commercially available dosage forms

• In-usestabilitystudiesofdrugs used in rural and remote locations, including in Aboriginal communities

• Cyclodextrinchemistry–formulation and stability

• DrugsrepackagedintoDoseAdministration Aids - STABILITY

• Travelmedicine• Expirydatesofdrugproducts• Counterfeitandfake

drugs in practice• Complementary

medicines in practice• Pharmacyeducation• Drugutilisation• Communityandhospital

pharmacy practice.

Chemistry at JCU has a strong commitment and tradition in research and research training. Examples of research in Chemistry include:• Marinenaturalproducts

and chemical ecology• Syntheticandnaturalmolecules

of pharmaceutical interest

• Supramolecularchemistryand molecular recognition

• Magneticinteractionsinbiologically important molecules

• Environmentalgeochemistryoftrace elements in sediments

• Electroanalyticalchemistry• Emissionofcarboncompounds

in the rainforest canopy• Solarchemistryandorganic

photochemistry• Catalyticstudiesofkey

organic transformations.

Biochemistry and Molecular Biology research interests cover a cross section of organisms and systems.

TheComparativeGenomicsCentre is founded by the School of Pharmacy and Molecular Sciences in association with the School of Medicine. The Centre uses a variety of genetic models to study human disease from an evolutionary perspective. Housed in state-of-the-art, custom-built laboratories, the Centre offers a unique opportunity to research comparative genomics, molecular genetics, immunogenetics and immunology in a beautiful tropical environment.

Examples of research in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology include:• Molecularinteractionsbetween

host and symbiont in corals• Expressionofphotosynthesis

gene expression in zooxanthellae• Coralevolutionarygenetics• Moleculargeneticsofcell

division and DNA repair

• Moleculargeneticsofauto-immune diseases including Type 1 diabetes, lupus, multiple sclerosis and gastritis

• Advancedglycationendproductsand their proinflammatory effects

• Mechanismsofcellmigrationduring immune responses.

Research facilitiesThe School brings together leading research facilities for its key discipline areas.

Pharmacy• Pharmaceuticalsciences

laboratory facilities• Asepticresearchfacility• Pharmacypractice

research facilities.

Chemistry• Chemistryresearch

laboratory facilities• NMR• Infraredspectrometer• Gaschromatograph• Cary5EUV/vis/NIRspectrometer• CEMMARSexpress

5 microwave oven.

Biochemistry and Molecular Biology• GeneticAnalysisFacilityusedfor

sequencing and genotyping• Fluorescenceactivated

cell sorting facility• Immunogeneticsresearchfacility• Drosophilaresearchfacility• State-of-the-artbiochemistryand

molecular biology equipment.

School of Pharmacy and Molecular SciencesWith nationally and internationally recognised research and cutting-edge facilities, the School of Pharmacy and Molecular Sciences finds innovative solutions to key health issues.

ContactsSchool of Pharmacy and Molecular SciencesTel: (07) 4781 4343Fax: (07) 4781 6078<[email protected]>www.jcu.edu.au/phms


Degrees available• GraduateCertificateofResearch

Methods

• GraduateDiplomaofScience


• Master of Applied Science

• Master of Pharmaceutical Public Health

Research• Doctor of Philosophy

• Doctor of Pharmacy

• Master of Pharmacy


• Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours)

Pharmacy and Molecular Sciences

Researcher Profile In2009,ProfessorBeverleyGlass,Chair of Pharmacy, was awarded Queensland’s highest honour for a pharmacist – The Bowl of Hygeia. She was recognised for her major influence on the development and ongoing direction of the Bachelor of Pharmacy program at JCU.

ProfessorGlass,whohasbeenwith the University since 2001, was appointed the foundation Chair of Pharmacy in 2005. Her research area is that of Drug Stability, where she focuses on ensuring

the delivery of quality medicines in the tropics and in Australia’s rural and remote areas. Professor GlassteachesacrossalllevelsintheBachelor of Pharmacy program, including specialist electives in Pharmaceutical Compounding, Complementary Medicines, Pharmacy Management and Rural and Remote Pharmacy Practice.

In 2010 the School celebrated ten years of Pharmacy at JCU, having graduated over 600 pharmacists.

Professor

Beverley GlassSchool of Pharmacy and Molecular Sciences, James Cook University


Biomedical SciencesJCU’s Schools of Veterinary and Biomedical Sciences, and Pharmacy and Molecular Sciences, offer a suite of biomedical science courses.

For further information visit the School of Veterinary and Biomedical Sciences on page 66.

BiotechnologySee School of Marine and Tropical Biology, page 66.

Pharmaceutical Public Health Pharmaceutical Public Health is the development of pharmacy services and expertise to enhance the health and well-being of a whole population.

This is different to clinical pharmacy, which focuses on services specific to a single patient.

Governmentsandprofessionalbodies in Australia and internationally have increasingly identified that pharmacists and pharmacy services are currently underutilised in the area of public health and are targeting these services as a way of helping to meet national and international health goals.

MASTER OF PHARMACEUTICAL PUBLIC HEALTH T 1.5 M Abbreviation: MPharmPHCode: 105904Mode: external; F/PTCredit points: 36


Entry requirementsAn appropriate undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline or other qualifications deemed equivalent by the Faculty.

Course structureStudents must successfully complete the following subjects. The Course Coordinator can advise on which subjects best suit particular professional goals or interests. Contact the Discipline of Pharmacy office, see below.

Core subjectsTM5515:03 Epidemiology for Public Health


Elective subjectsSelect one subject:TM5513:03 Public Health ManagementTM5563:03 Public Health Leadership

and Crisis Management PC5510:03 Management of

Pharmaceutical ServicesPlus select 12 credit points from:PC5510:03 Management of

Pharmaceutical ServicesPC5511:03 Clinical PharmaceuticsPC5512:03 Pharmaceutical Public

Health PrioritiesPC5513:03 Pharmaceutical Public Health –

Management of Chronic Diseases 1PC5514:03 Pharmaceutical Public Health –

Management of Chronic Diseases 2PC5515:06 Pharmaceutical Public Health ProjectPC5516:12 Extended Pharmaceutical

Public Health ProjectPlus select 15 credit points of specified HS, PC or TM Level 5 subjects. Contact the Discipline of Pharmacy office for further information.

EnquiriesDiscipline of Pharmacy office: Tel: (07) 4781 4699 Fax: (07) 4781 5356 <[email protected]>

ResearchThe School offers the following research higher degrees:


•DoctorofPharmacy

•MasterofScience

• MasterofPharmacy(subjectto final approval)

• BachelorofPharmacy(Honours) – graduate entry.

Research disciplines include:

• Biochemistry

• Chemistry(includingenvironmental chemistry and industrial chemistry)

•Molecularbiology,and

•Pharmacy.

DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHYThe Doctor of Philosophy is a program of supervised original research. It culminates in the submission of a thesis that demonstrates the ability for




critical analysis and research that makes a significant and original contribution to the knowledge and understanding of the field of study.

DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHYT C E 3 Abbreviation: PhDCode: 79502Mode: external*; F/PTTuition fees: see page 66* attendance on campus is required for confirmation and pre-completion seminars and at least three weeks per year for consultation with advisor.

Entry requirementsA bachelor degree with first or second class (Division A) Honours in an appropriate discipline, or other qualifications deemed equivalent;or

An appropriate Masters with at least a 50 per cent research component, or equivalent, or other qualifications deemed equivalent;or


A masters without the minimum 50 per cent research component but with the recommendation of the Head of School based on relevant equivalent research experience.

Next stepApplicants should initially discuss their proposed research topic with an appropriate research advisor. Please contact the GraduateResearchSchoolforhelpwith this process, see below.

DOCTOR OF PHARMACYThe Doctor of Pharmacy is a professional research degree. It is a flexible program incorporating supervised original research and elective coursework components. The research component represents two thirds of the total credit points for the doctorate and culminates in the submission of a thesis.

The research project(s) would be carried out at the student’s clinical centre and would be developed and supervised by academic staff from JCU with local collaborators.

The elective coursework component

represents one third of the total credit points for the doctorate and consists of a combination of masters level coursework subjects, clinical attachments, specialisations or additional in-service projects (not contributing to the research thesis component).

The student would liaise with JCU academic staff to develop an elective program that augmented their research project and/or allowed the student to develop research, clinical or management skills that will augment their current or future career and professional development.

DOCTOR OF PHARMACYT E 3 Abbreviation: DPharmCode: 105702Mode: external; F/PT







Core subjects:PD7216:00 Professional Doctorate

Research Thesis (Pharmacy)PC6015:06 Doctor of Pharmacy

Conference Presentations

Elective subjectsSelect 18 credit points from:PC6013:06 Doctor of Pharmacy Clinical

Attachment; OrPC6014:09 Doctor of Pharmacy Extended

Clinical AttachmentPC6016:06 Doctor of Pharmacy Specialisation 1

PC6017:06 Doctor of Pharmacy Specialisation 2PC6018:06 Doctor of Pharmacy

Doctoral Project 1PC6019:06 Doctor of Pharmacy

Doctoral Project 2PC6020:06 Doctor of Pharmacy

Doctoral Project 3Plus up to 12 credit points of approved Level 5 PC, TM or HS subjects may be taken if they have not been credited towards another award.

EnquiriesInitial enquiries can be made to the Discipline of Pharmacy office: Tel: (07) 4781 4699 Fax: (07) 4781 5356 <[email protected]>

MASTER OF SCIENCEA Masters Degree by Research is a research higher degree, which is smaller in scope than a PhD and has less stringent entry requirements.

JCU’s Master of Science by research requires the completion of a supervised thesis that shows sound knowledge of the subject matter, independent thought and effective research skills.

It provides graduates with research experience equivalent to at least one year of research training, leading to a thesis that is externally examined.

Some coursework components may be included.

Master of Science research disciplines within the School of Pharmacy and Molecular Sciences include:

• Biochemistry

• Chemistry(includingenvironmental chemistry and industrial chemistry)

•Molecularbiology.

MASTER OF SCIENCET E 3 Abbreviation: MScCode: 74003Mode: on campus or external*; F/PTTuition fees: see page 66* attendance on campus is required for confirmation and pre-completion seminars and at least three weeks per year for consultation with advisor.

Entry requirementsA Bachelor of Science with first or second Class Honours, or other qualifications deemed equivalent;or

A Master of Applied Science with at least a 12 credit point research option with a grade of Credit or above, or with research publications deemed to be of equivalent value, or other qualifications deemed equivalent;or



Note: If proposed research involves working with children under 18 years of age, applicants must hold a Blue Card issued by the Commission for Children and Young People and ChildGuardian,orequivalent.Findout more from www.ccypcg.qld.gov.au


Graduate Research School Tel: (07) 4781 5861 Fax: (07) 4781 6204 <[email protected]> www.jcu.edu.au/grs

MASTER OF PHARMACYPharmacy at JCU is committed to improving health outcomes through research in primary health care, the quality use of medicines, clinical pharmacy, pharmacy practice and pharmaceutics.

In association with the Australian Institute of Tropical Medicine, these areas complement research with a rural remote, Indigenous and tropical focus.

The Discipline of pharmacy enjoys collaborative links with The Townsville Hospital and Queensland Health.

The Master of Pharmacy requires the completion of a supervised thesis that shows sound knowledge of the subject matter, independent thought and effective research skills.







It has been developed to provide pharmacy graduates with an opportunity to advance their expertise in research.

Students can choose a pharmaceutical research project from the following areas:

• Pharmaceutics

•Pharmacypractice

•Clinicalpharmacy

•Pharmaceuticalchemistry

•Pharmacology

•Drugdiscovery

•Medicinalchemistry

•Molecularbiology.

Visit the School online at www.jcu.edu.au/school/phms

MASTER OF PHARMACY T E 1.5 Abbreviation: MPharmCode: 72803Mode: internal/external*; F/PTTuition fees: see page 66* attendance on campus is required for confirmation and pre-completion seminars and at least three weeks per year for consultation with advisor.

Entry requirementsA Bachelor of Pharmacy with first or second-class Honours;or

APostgraduateorGraduateDiploma in a science, biomedical or health related field considered suitable by the Head of School, or equivalent;or

Other qualifications deemed equivalent.


Graduate Research School Tel: (07) 4781 5861 Fax: (07) 4781 6204 <[email protected]> www.jcu.edu.au/grs

BACHELOR OF PHARMACY (HONOURS) – graduate entryPharmacy at JCU is committed to improving health outcomes through research in primary health care, the quality use of medicines, clinical pharmacy, pharmacy practice and pharmaceutics. In association with the Australian

Institute of Tropical Medicine, these complement research with a rural remote, Indigenous and tropical focus. The discipline of Pharmacy enjoys collaborative links with The Townsville Hospital and Queensland Health.

The Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours) requires the completion of a supervised thesis that shows sound knowledge of the subject matter, independent thought and effective research skills. It has been developed to provide pharmacy graduates with an opportunity to advance their expertise in research.

Students can choose a pharmaceutical research project from the following areas:

• Pharmaceutics

•Pharmacypractice

•Clinicalpharmacy

•Pharmaceuticalchemistry.

Visit the School online at www.jcu.edu.au/school/phms

BACHELOR OF PHARMACY (HONOURS) T E 1 M Abbreviation: BPharm(Hons)Code: 71809Mode: external; F/PTCredit points: 24Tuition fees: see page 66Please note, part-time study is available to domestic students only.

Entry requirementsAvailable to students who have been awarded a Bachelor of Pharmacy degree or equivalent within 5 years of proposed enrolment. Normally an applicant willhaveobtainedaGPAof6(Distinction or better) over the levels of the bachelor course.

Core subjectsPC4501:12 Pharmacy Honours Part 1 of 2

PC4502:12 Pharmacy Honours Part 2 of 2

EnquiriesInitial enquiries can be made to the Discipline of Pharmacy office: Tel: (07) 4781 4699 Fax: (07) 4781 5356 <[email protected]>







School of Public Health, Tropical Medicine and Rehabilitation SciencesPublic health and rehabilitation science education and research has a distinguished record at JCU. The school offers a suite of professional and research programs that focus on challenges for health professionals working in tropical, rural and remote environments.

Professional programsThe School’s public health programs are recognised for excellence by the Australasian College of Tropical Medicine and the World Safety Organisation. Rehabilitation Sciences have current accreditation with their professional bodies.Teaching staff have received prestigious awards including an Australian Learning Teaching Councils’ National Citation for Outstanding Contribution to Student Learning. Several programs are unique to Australia, including tropical medicine.

Commonwealth supported placesTheFederalGovernmentprovidesCommonwealth supported places (CSP) for most coursework programs in the School. Australian citizens and Australian permanent humanitarian visa holders may be eligible. See page 68 for financial information.

Leading teaching and research facilitiesThe School collaborates across all faculties of the university and offers excellent, cutting-edge facilities including: • Climate-controlledexercise

physiology laboratories on the Townsville and Cairns campuses

• StrengthandConditioningLaboratories

• ExerciseTestingandRehabilitation Clinic

• MosquitoResearchFacility• MovementAnalysisLaboratory• OccupationalTherapyClinic• Physiotherapy

Musculoskeletal Clinic • QTHALaboratories(Cairns)• SpeechPathologyClinic.

Academic and research unitsAnton Breinl Centre for Public Health and Tropical MedicineOne of the leading tropical medicine research institutions in the world, the centre undertakes teaching, research and training in population health, with a special focus on northern Australia, Indigenous Australia and Australia’s near neighbours. It boasts one of the largest masters and doctoral public health training programs in Australia, and is one of a select group of academic institutions funded by theCommonwealthGovernmentto assist in training public health professionals. The centre has a historical link to the original Australian Institute of Tropical Medicine established in 1910.Research groups include:• TropicalMedicinein

collaboration with QTHA• Disasterhealthand

crisis management• WHOCollaboratingCentre

for Lymphatic Filariasis and soil-transmitted Helminths

• Travelmedicine• Parasitologyandentomology.

Institute of Sport and Exercise ScienceThe Institute conducts teaching, research and consultancy based on human physical activity with a focus on the role of exercise in the enhancement of health, well being and human performance within a rural/regional/tropical living perspective. As well as postgraduate programs, the institute also offers services for individual or team athletes.

Rehabilitation sciencesPostgraduate options are available for the disciplines of Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy and Speech Pathology. The coursework Masters

of Rehabilitation (Physiotherapy) will be offered as a distance education program with multiple exit points.

Occupational TherapyThe Discipline of Occupational Therapy offers a Bachelor program with both in-course and graduate honours programs as well as a graduate entry program for students with a health degree. Occupational Therapy also offers the first year of the bachelor program by flexible delivery. A Masters of Occupational Therapy by research or by coursework, a doctoral program, as well as Postgraduate Certificates in Soft Tissue Injury or Allied Health Science are also offered.

PhysiotherapyThe Discipline of Physiotherapy offers a bachelor program with the option of in-course and graduate honours programs. Students participate in clinical placements across current physiotherapy practice. An on-campus musculoskeletal physiotherapy clinic provides physiotherapy education for students, treatment to the community including sports screening and all musculoskeletal conditions.Research masters and doctoral programs are available in areas specific to the skills and interests of the academic staff - see Discipline web pages. In 2012 the coursework Masters of Rehabilitation (Physiotherapy) will commence. Offered as a distance education program with multiple exit points, it is designed to support those practitioners who wish to improve their skills across a broad range of Physiotherapy practice.

Speech PathologyA graduate entry honours program is available to professional speech pathologists who did not follow the in-course honours option with their original degree.

Current research interests • Alcoholandotherdrugs• Athleteperformance• Skin,breastandprostatecancer• ChronicDisease• Decisionmakinginruraland

remote allied health practice• DisasterHealthmanagement• EmergingHealthThreats• Fallsprevention• Fatigue• Healthworkforce

development and teaching• Indigenoushealth• Indigenousspeech

language pathology• Influenceofheat/humidity

on performance• InjuryPrevention• Mentalhealthandexcercise• Musculoskeletalconditions• Neurophysiologyof

sport and excercise• Occupationalhealth• Pacinginsportandexercise• Parisitology• Peripheralarterialdisease• PublicHealthandEntomology• Sexualityanddisability• Spinalinjuries• Tropicalinfectiousdiseases• Tropicalpaediatrics• Tropicalpublichealth• Veterinarypublichealth• VitaminDstudies.

ContactsRefer to course information jcu.edu.au/phtmrs


Degrees available• Bachelor(Honours)(Graduate)options• GraduateCertificateofResearchMethods• Postgraduate Certificate of Aeromedical

Retrieval• Postgraduate Certificate of Allied Health

Sciences• Postgraduate Certificate of Disaster and

Refugee Health• Postgraduate Certificate of Health

Promotion• Postgraduate Certificate of Infection Control• Postgraduate Certificate of Public Health • Postgraduate Certificate of Rehabilitation

(Physiotherapy)• Postgraduate Certificate of Travel Medicine• Postgraduate Certificate of Soft Tissue Injury• Postgraduate Diploma of Health Promotion• Postgraduate Diploma of Public Health and

Tropical Medicine• Postgraduate Diploma of Rehabilitation

(Physiotherapy)• Postgraduate Diploma of Tropical Medicine

and Hygiene• Postgraduate Diploma of Exercise

Physiology (Clinical)• Postgraduate Diploma of Research Methods• Master of Occupational Therapy• Master of Public Health• Master of Public Health and Tropical

Medicine• Master of Public Health – MBA• Master of Rehabilitation (Physiotherapy)

• Doctor of Public Health Studies

Research• Doctor of Philosophy• Master of Occupational Therapy• Master of Physiotherapy• Master of Science (Tropical Medical Science)• Master of Speech Pathology

• Master of Sport and Exercise Science



OT5004:06 Rural or Remote Allied Health Practice

OT5005:03 Advanced Clinical PracticeOT5006:03 Soft Tissue Injury Management

for Health ProfessionalsOT5007:06 Issues of Sexuality for Allied

Health ProfessionalsOT5008:03 Allied Health Interventions

for Palliative CareOT5009:03 Advanced Soft Tissue

Injury Management for Health Professionals

RH5011:03 Research Methods for Rehabilitation Professionals

PSYCHOLOGY subjectsSelect up to three credit points from the following two groupings:PY5001:03 Psychological Assessment in

Professional Practice (This subject requires a certain level of knowledge and skill. Admission is based upon a review of the applicant’s qualifications and training.)

PY5003:03 Adult PsychopathologyPY5005:03 Lifespan Health and

Behaviour DisordersPY5006:03 Neuropsychology in Clinical PracticePY5011:03 Methods of Intervention 1PY5012:03 Methods of Intervention 2PY5013:03 Working with clients

PY6010:03 Research and Evaluation

PUBLIC HEALTH and TROPICAL MEDICINE subjectsTM5515:03 Epidemiology for Public HealthTM5516:03 Biostatistics for Public Health

TM5524:03 Qualitative Research Methods

EnquiriesProf Matthew YauSchool of Public Health, Tropical Medicine & Rehabilitation SciencesTel: (07) 4781 6242<[email protected]>

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY MASTERS This course aims to provide grounding in specialist occupational therapy practice at an advanced level.

The program can include an advanced, supervised placement in the occupational therapy field.

A Master of Occupational Therapy by research is also available, see page 51.

MASTER OF OCCUPATIONAL THERAPYT E 2 M * CS

Abbreviation: MOccThyCode: 75804Mode: internal^/external/block; F/PTDuration: 2 years FTCredit points: 36Tuition fees: see page 66* limited subjects ^ on discussion with the Head of School

Entry requirementsA degree in occupational therapy deemed suitable by Head of Discipline of Occupational Therapy or other qualifications deemed equivalent by the Faculty.

Course structureStudents must successfully complete 24 credit points from the following subjects, plus another 12 credit points chosen in consultation with the course coordinator.

SubjectsSelect 24 credit points:OT5001:03 Health Professional

Independent StudyOT5002:06 Independent ProjectOT5003:06 Minor ThesisOT5004:06 Rural or Remote Allied

Health PracticeOT5005:03 Advanced Clinical PracticeOT5006:03 Soft Tissue Injury Management

for Health ProfessionalsOT5007:06 Issues of Sexuality for Allied

Health ProfessionalsOT5008:03 Allied Health Interventions

for Palliative CareOT5009:03 Advanced Soft Tissue


RH5011:03 Research Methods for Rehabilitation Professionals


SOFT TISSUE INJURYThe Postgraduate Certificate of Soft Tissue Injury aims to provide graduates with the knowledge and skills to undertake physical injury/disease management from a unique holistic occupational therapy perspective.

Soft tissue injury is becoming a specialised field within occupational therapy and the

Exercise Physiology (Clinical) The Postgraduate Diploma of Exercise Physiology (Clinical) aims to provide graduates with the knowledge, skills and competencies necessary to provide exercise assessment and prescription services for injury, cardio respiratory, metabolic, musculoskeletal, neurological/neuromuscular and other related conditions.

The course reflects the broad acceptance of the benefits of exercise in the injury and disease prevention and treatment process, the role of the accredited exercise physiologist as an allied health professional and the rapid expansion of employment opportunities in this field.

POSTGRADUATEDIPLOMAOFEXERCISEPHYSIOLOGY(CLINICAL)T 1 CS

Abbreviation:PGDipExPhysiol(Clin)Code: 75507Mode: internal; F/PTCredit points: 24


Entry requirementsRecent completion (since 2008) of a Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science or equivalent degree from Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA) NUCAP accredited University; or

Current full member of ESSA (formerly known as the Australian Association for Exercise and Sports Science).

Course Structure Students must successfully complete the following subjects.

Core subjectsSP5103:06 Clinical Exercise Physiology 1SP5104:06 Clinical Exercise Physiology 2SP5108:06 Practicum in Clinical

Exercise Physiology 2SP5109:06 Practicum in Clinical

Exercise Physiology 1

EnquiriesDr Rebecca SealeyInstitute of Sport & Exercise ScienceTel: (07) 4781 4770<[email protected]>

Occupational TherapyThe School of Public Health, Tropical Medicine and Rehabilitation Sciences offers coursework programs in the following areas:

•AlliedHealthSciences

• OccupationalTherapyMasters by coursework

• SoftTissueInjury.

ALLIED HEALTH SCIENCESThis course provides a pathway for health professionals, including occupational therapists, to progress their careers.

It provides the necessary academic skills and theoretical background to progress to higher level studies.

POSTGRADUATECERTIFICATEOFALLIED HEALTH SCIENCEST E 0.5 M * CS

Abbreviation:PGCertAllHlthScCode: 76011Mode: internal^/external/limited attendance/block; F/PTCredit points: 12Tuition fees: see page 66* limited subjects ^ on discussion with the Head of School

Entry requirementsA recognised health professional qualification and eligibility for registration in the above profession in Queensland or the professional association.

Course structureStudents must successfully complete 12 credit points of subjects from the following four groupings. The majority of credit points must be from the occupational therapy subjects (9-12 credit points). However, there is provision to select an elective subject (3 credit points) from the subsequent two groupings. Students will need to discuss their subject selection with the course coordinator.

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY subjectsSelect between nine and 12 credit points:OT5001:03 Health Professional

Independent StudyOT5002:06 Independent ProjectOT5003:06 Minor Thesis



(12 credit points) from elective PHYSIOTHERAPY OPTIONS LIST below.

Core subjectsPS5101:03 Clinical Expert UpdatesTM5528:03 Health PromotionPS5103:03 Physiotherapy Rehabilitation

Research and Evidence Based Practice

PS5107:03 Clinical Rehabilitation for Acute and Trauma Conditions

MASTER OF REHABILITATION (PHYSIOTHERAPY)T E 0.5 M CS

Abbreviation: MRehab(Physio) Code: 104704Mode: limited attendance block/external F/PTCredit points: 36


Entry requirementsRegistered Australian Physiotherapist or completion of a recognised physiotherapy qualification.

Completion of this program will not enable Australian registration of overseas qualified physiotherapists.

Course structureStudents must successfully complete the following core subjects and six subjects (18 credit points) from the ELECTIVE PHYSIOTHERAPY OPTIONS LIST below.

Core subjectsPS5101:03 Clinical Expert UpdatesPS5103:03 Physiotherapy Rehabilitation


PS5105:03 Physiotherapy Post Operative Rehabilitation: Practice Update

PS5106:03 Physiotherapy Rehabilitation for Chronic Conditions


TM5528:03 Health Promotion

PHYSIOTHERAPY OPTIONS LISTPhysiotherapy specific subjectsPS5101:03 Clinical Expert UpdatesPS5103:03 Physiotherapy Rehabilitation


PS5105:03 Physiotherapy Post Operative Rehabilitation: Practice Update

PS5106:03 Physiotherapy Rehabilitation for Chronic Conditions


Other elective subjectsSP5103:03 Clinical Exercise Physiology 1SP5104:03 Clinical Exercise Physiology 2OT5008:03 Allied Health Interventions

for Palliative CareOT5007:03 Issues of Sexuality for Allied HealthTM5515:03 Epidemiology for Public HealthTM5526:03 Public Health EconomicsTM5528:03 Health PromotionTM5541:03 Managing Effective Health ProgramsTM5554:03 Theory and Practice of Public HealthTM5513:03 Public Health ManagementTM5563:03 Public Health Leadership

and Crisis ManagementHS5101:03 Contemporary Issues in Primary


for Health ProfessionalsTM5002:03 Infectious DiseasesTM5502:03 Tropical Public HealthTM5506:03 Social Science in Public HealthTM5510:03 Aboriginal and Torres

Strait Islander HealthTM5514:03 Environmental HealthTM5516:03 Biostatistics for Public HealthTM5524:03 Qualitative Research MethodsTM5540:03 Occupational HealthTM5556:03 Public Health Aspects of

Chronic DiseasesHS5405:03 Introduction to Health

Professional EducationHS5406:03 Clinical Teaching in the

Health ProfessionsHS5409:03 Learning and Teaching

about the ConsultationHS5410:03 Health Professional

Practice in EducationNS5408:03 Implementation of Clinical

Teaching StrategiesNS5601:03 Processes of Normal AgeingPY5007:03 Health and RehabilitationPY5017:03 Psychosocial Elements of AgeingWC5001:03 Introduction to Women’s Studies

WS5103:03 Community Development

Or other subjects on discussion with the course coordinator.

EnquiriesDr. Sally RustonSchool of Public Health, Tropical Medicine & Rehabilitation SciencesTel: (07) 4781 6472<[email protected]>

demand for clinicians to up-skill is increasing. This is the only course of this type in Australia.

The course aims to provide a detailed understanding of the impact upon human performance of changes in structures of muscle, tendons and ligaments following changes in pathology.

Graduateswillbeabletoapplytherapeutic intervention processes to individuals and workplace environments to enhance performance and productivity.

POSTGRADUATECERTIFICATEOFSOFT TISSUE INJURYT E 0.5 M CS

Abbreviation:PGCertSoftTissInjCode: 100011Mode: external/block; F/PTDuration: 0.5 year FTCredit points: 12


Entry requirementsA recognised health professional qualification and eligibility for registration in the profession in Queensland or the professional association.


SubjectsOT5001:03 Health Professional

Independent StudyOT5006:03 Soft Tissue Injury Management

for Health ProfessionalsOT5009:03 Advanced Soft Tissue


RH5010:03 Soft Tissue Functional Anatomy for Rehabilitation Professionals

Further informationFor further information and an application pack, please contact the Faculty Student Office, Tel: (07) 4781 6964.


PhysiotherapyThe School of Public Health, Tropical Medicine and Rehabilitation Sciences offers a coursework Master of Rehabilitation (Physiotherapy) as a distance education program with multiple exit points.

POSTGRADUATECERTIFICATEOF REHABILITATION (PHYSIOTHERAPY)T E 0.5 M CS

Abbreviation:PGCertRehab(Physio)Code: 104711Mode: limited attendance block/external F/PTCredit points: 12


Entry requirementsRegistered Australian Physiotherapist or completion of a recognised physiotherapy qualification.

Completion of this program will not enable Australian registration of overseas qualified physiotherapists.

Course structureStudents must successfully complete the following core subjects and two elective subjects from the PHYSIOTHERAPY OPTIONS LIST below.

Core subjectsPS5101:03 Clinical Expert UpdatesPS5103:03 Physiotherapy Rehabilitation


POSTGRADUATEDIPLOMAOF REHABILITATION (PHYSIOTHERAPY)T E 1 M CS

Abbreviation:PGDipRehab(Physio)Code: 104707Mode: limited attendance block/external F/PTCredit points: 24


Entry requirementsRegistered Australian Physiotherapist or completion of a recognised physiotherapy qualification. Completion of this program will not enable Australian registration of overseas qualified physiotherapists.

Course structureStudents must successfully complete the following core subjects and four subjects





POSTGRADUATECERTIFICATEOFAEROMEDICAL RETRIEVALT C E 0.5 M CS

Abbreviation:PGCertAeroMedRetCode: 76511Mode: limited attendance block/external; F/PTCredit points: 12


Entry requirementsA medical or nursing degree or recognised professional qualification approved by the Faculty;

or

A bachelor degree in a relevant discipline as determined by the Head of School of Public Health, Tropical Medicine and Rehabilitation Sciences.

Course structureStudents must successfully complete the following core subjects and one elective.

Core subjectsTM5560:03 Aeromedical RetrievalTM5566:03 Clinical Care Skills in

Aeromedical RetrievalsTM5567:03 Flight Crew Skills in


Elective subjectsSelect one subject from ELECTIVE SUBJECTS FOR PUBLIC HEALTH AND TROPICAL MEDICINE PROGRAMSlistonpage50.

EnquiriesSnr Postgraduate Student OfficerAnton Breinl CentreTel: (07) 4781 6107<[email protected]>

DISASTER & REFUGEE HEALTHThis course provides students with essential training for working effectively in the field of disaster and refugee health, both in Australia and internationally.

POSTGRADUATECERTIFICATEOFDISASTERANDREFUGEEHEALTHT C E 0.5 M CS

Abbreviation: PGCertDisasRefugHlthCode: 76811Mode: limited attendance block/external; F/PTCredit points: 12Tuition fees: see page 66

Public Health & Tropical MedicineThe Anton Breinl Centre for Public Health and Tropical Medicine offers a range of postgraduate coursework programs in the following study areas:

• PublicHealth(genericprogramora choice of majors: Aeromedical Retrieval; Biosecurity and Disaster Preparedness; Communicable Disease Control; Health Promotion)

• PublicHealth/BusinessAdmin

• PublicHealthandTropical Medicine

•AeromedicalRetrieval

•DisasterandRefugeeHealth

• InfectionControl

•HealthPromotion(NEW)

• TravelMedicine

• TropicalMedicineandHygiene

•Professionaldoctorates.

Course enquiriesSnr Postgraduate Student OfficerAnton Breinl CentreTel: (07) 4781 6107<[email protected]>

Academic enquiriesSue DevineAnton Breinl CentreTel: (07) 4781 6110<[email protected]>

AEROMEDICAL RETRIEVALThe Postgraduate Certificate of Aeromedical Retrieval is concerned primarily with the transport of patients via a properly managed aeromedical evacuation system. It provides students with an overview of the knowledge, skills and attitudes required for the successful management of aeromedical retrieval in the Australian and the global context.

This course is designed particularly for doctors, nurses and paramedics involved in the emergency movement of patients by fixed-wing aircraft and helicopters. See also PUBLIC HEALTH.








Entry requirementsAn appropriate medical or nursing degree from an approved school;

or

An appropriate undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline as determined by the Head of School;

or

Other relevant health professional qualifications deemed equivalent.

Course structureStudents must successfully complete the following two core subjects and two elective subjects.

Core subjectsTM5536:03 Refugee Health

TM5557:03 Disaster Health Management

Elective subjects Select two subjects from the ELECTIVE SUBJECTS FOR PUBLIC HEALTH AND TROPICAL MEDICINE PROGRAMS list on page 50.


HEALTH PROMOTIONThe Anton Breinl Centre for Public Health and Tropical Medicine introduced postgraduate courses in health promotion for the first time in 2010.

These courses are appealing to those wishing to or currently working in health promotion roles in a range of government and non-government organisations as well as those who would like to incorporate health promotion approaches into their practice.

These courses cover the core health promotion competency areas involved in the development, implementation and evaluation of health promotion activities and programs in order to influence the health of populations, communities, groups and individuals.

They offer a particular focus on the challenges facing professionals working in tropical, rural, and remote environments. Special attention is given to the needs of high-risk community groups, including refugee and migrant populations, and Indigenous Australians.

Subject delivery is flexible and includes block, external and online modes.

POSTGRADUATECERTIFICATEOFHEALTH PROMOTIONT C E 1 M CS

Abbreviation:PGCertHlthPromCode: 103011Mode: limited attendance block/external; PT Credit points: 12


Entry requirementsAn appropriate medical or nursing degree from an approved school;or

An appropriate undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline as determined by the Head of School; or



Core subjectsEither:TM5554:03 Theory and Practice of

Public Health; or

TM5528:03 Health PromotionPlus:TM5568:03 Health Promotion Needs



and Evaluation

POSTGRADUATEDIPLOMAOFHEALTH PROMOTIONT C E 1 M CS

Abbreviation:PGDipHlthPromCode: 103007Mode: limited attendance block/external; F/PT Credit points: 24


Entry requirementsAn appropriate medical or nursing degree from an approved school;

or

An appropriate undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline as determined by the Head of School;

or


Course structureStudents must successfully complete the following core and elective subjects.

Core subjectsEither:TM5554:03 Theory and Practice of

Public Health; or

TM5528:03 Health PromotionPlus:TM5568:03 Health Promotion Needs



and Evaluation

Elective subjects Select four subjects from the ELECTIVE SUBJECTS FOR PUBLIC HEALTH AND TROPICAL MEDICINE PROGRAMSlistonpage50.


INFECTION CONTROLThis course provides health professionals with the knowledge and skills to implement effective infection control procedures within hospitals and other health care settings, with particular focus on rural and remote areas.

POSTGRADUATECERTIFICATEOFINFECTION CONTROLT C E 0.5 M CS

Abbreviation:PGCertInfectContCode: 76711Mode: limited attendance block/external; F/PTCredit points: 12


Entry requirementsAn appropriate medical or nursing degree approved by the Faculty or other relevant health professional qualification approved by the Pro-Vice-Chancellor.

Course structureStudents must successfully complete the core subjects and two elective subjects.

Core subjectsTM5002:03 Infectious DiseasesTM5555:03 Infection Control in


Elective subjects Select two subjects from the ELECTIVE SUBJECTS FOR PUBLIC HEALTH AND TROPICAL MEDICINE PROGRAMSlistonpage50.


PUBLIC HEALTHThe Postgraduate Certificate of Public Health and Master of Public Health enable health professionals to gain postgraduate qualifications in the public health sector.

There are five majors available within the Master of Public Health:•Generic•AeromedicalRetrieval• BiosecurityandDisaster

Preparedness•CommunicableDiseaseControl•HealthPromotion.

POSTGRADUATECERTIFICATEOFPUBLIC HEALTH T C E 0.5 M CS

Abbreviation:PGradCertPHCode: 101811Mode: limited attendance block/external; F/PTCredit points: 12


Entry requirementsAn appropriate undergraduate degree or recognised professional qualification in a relevant discipline as determined by the Head of School of Public Health, Tropical Medicine and Rehabilitation Sciences.

Course structureStudents must successfully complete three core subjects and one elective subject.

Core Subjects TM5515:03 Epidemiology for Public HealthPlus two of the following:TM5513:03 Public Health ManagementTM5525:03 Communicable Disease ControlTM5528:03 Health PromotionTM5540:03 Occupational HealthTM5554:03 Theory and Practice of Public Health

Elective subjectsSelect one elective subject from the ELECTIVE SUBJECTS FOR PUBLIC HEALTH AND TROPICAL MEDICINE PROGRAMSlistonpage50.

EnquiriesSchool of Public Health, Tropical Medicine and Rehabilitation SciencesTel: (07) 4781 5959<[email protected]>

MASTER OF PUBLIC HEALTH T C E 1.5 M CS

Abbreviation: MPHCode: 72504Mode: limited attendance block/external; F/PTCredit points: 36


Entry requirementsAn appropriate undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline as determined by the Head of School of Public Health, Tropical Medicine and Rehabilitation Sciences;or

A Postgraduate Diploma or Diploma of Public Health and Tropical Medicine at a standard considered suitable by the Head of School of Public Health, Tropical Medicine and Rehabilitation Sciences;or

An equivalent qualification from this or another university approved by the Faculty. Applicants may be required to undertake two bridging subjects;or

Evidence of academic and professional experience, including employment for a minimum of five years in a health-related field, that meets the approval of the Head of School of Public Health, Tropical Medicine and Rehabilitation Science and the Pro-Vice-Chancellor, Faculty of Medicine, Health and Molecular Sciences. Applicants may be required to undertake two bridging subjects.

Course structureStudents with an appropriate health professional degree and five years of relevant health professional experience may gain credit of up to 12 credit points of elective subjects. Students must complete three of the following core subjects, with the remainder of subjects as explained within the major.

Core Subjects TM5515:03 Epidemiology for Public Health

TM5554:03 Theory and Practice in Public HealthPlus either:TM5513:03 Public Health Management; orTM5563:03 Public Health Leadership

and Crisis Management

Generic ProgramThis program consists of three core subjects (see above), and

nine elective subjects from the ELECTIVE SUBJECTS FOR PUBLIC HEALTH AND TROPICAL MEDICINE PROGRAMSlistonpage50.


Aeromedical Retrieval majorThis major consists of:

• Threecoresubjects(see above), plus

• Threemajorsubjectsfrom below, plus

• Sixelectivesubjects.

Major subjectsTM5560:03 Aeromedical RetrievalTM5566:03 Clinical Care Skills in



Elective subjectsSelect six subjects from the ELECTIVE SUBJECTS FOR PUBLIC HEALTH AND TROPICAL MEDICINE PROGRAMS list on page 50.


Biosecurity and Disaster Preparedness majorThis major consists of:




Major subjectsSelect three subjects:TM5525:03 Communicable Disease Control TM5536:03 Refugee HealthTM5557:03 Disaster Health ManagementTM5552:03 International Health Agencies

and DevelopmentTM5558:03 Public Health and Bioterrorism

TM5560:03 Aeromedical Retrieval

Elective subjectsSelect six subjects from the ELECTIVE SUBJECTS FOR PUBLIC HEALTH AND TROPICAL MEDICINE PROGRAMS list on page 50.




Communicable Disease ControlThis major consists of:




Major subjectsSelect three subjects:TM5002:03 Infectious DiseasesTM5501:03 Tropical MedicineTM5503:03 Human ParasitologyTM5518:03 Public Health EntomologyTM5525:03 Communicable Disease ControlTM5555:03 Infection Control in


TM5558:03 Public Health and Bioterrorism

Elective subjectsSelect six elective subjects from the ELECTIVE SUBJECTS FOR PUBLIC HEALTH AND TROPICAL MEDICINE PROGRAMS list on page 50.


Health PromotionThis major consists of:




Major subjectsSelect three subjects:TM5568:03 Health Promotion Needs


and Methods TM5570:03 Health Promotion Research

and Evaluation

Elective subjects Select six subjects from the ELECTIVE SUBJECTS FOR PUBLIC HEALTH AND TROPICAL MEDICINE PROGRAMS list on page 50.


Joint MastersMaster of Public Health - MBA This joint Masters has been designed to enable health professionals to gain advanced management skills while undertaking further study in their area of specialisation.

The program aims to develop knowledge and skills for:

Understanding current major public health and management issues

Managing information and human financial resources within health care delivery organisations

Critical analysis by health managers in the context of national and global economic and political environments

Identification and analysis of management issues in health care delivery organisations and the identification of appropriate solutions.

MASTER OF PUBLIC HEALTH – MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATIONT E 2 M Abbreviation: MPH-MBACode: 72604Mode: internal/limited attendance/block; F/PTCredit points: 48


Entry requirementsApplicants must meet the entry requirements for both the Master of Public Health and the Master of Business Administration.

Course structurePublic Health subjects are offered through a variety of modes including block mode (on-campus intensives) and external (distance education). Business subjects are offered internally and in block mode.

MPH PROGRAMStudents must successfully complete the five core subjects and three electives.

Core subjects TM5515:03 Epidemiology for Public HealthTM5526:03 Public Health EconomicsTM5541:03 Managing Effective Health ProgramsTM5554:03 Theory and Practice in Public HealthAnd either:TM5513:03 Public Health Management; orTM5563:03 Public Health Leadership


Elective subjects Select three subjects from the ELECTIVE SUBJECTS FOR PUBLIC HEALTH AND TROPICAL MEDICINE PROGRAMS list on page 50.

MBA PROGRAMStudents must successfully complete the five core subjects plus three subjects from the MBA Outer Core.

Core subjectsLB5214:03 Current Business IssuesLB5212:03 Financial Foundations for ManagersLB5201:03 Managing Business in

a Global ContextLB5215:03 Strategy & LeadershipAnd either:LB5217:03 Community Project; orLB5218:03 Business Plan

Outer core subjectsSelect three subjects:CO5119:03 Business LawCO5124:03 Data Analysis & Decision ModellingCO5125:03 Economics for ManagersCP5603:03 Advanced E-SecurityLB5202:03 Marketing ManagementLB5203:03 Sustainable EnterpriseLB5205:03 People in Organisations

LB5209:03 Managing Globally

EnquiriesMPH Program, School of Public Health, Tropical Medicine & Rehabilitation SciencesTel: (07) 4781 6107<[email protected]>

MBA Program, Manager Postgraduate ProgramsTel: (07) 4781 5854<[email protected]>

PUBLIC HEALTH & TROPICAL MEDICINE JCU’s Master of Public Health and Tropical Medicine is unique in Australia, addressing both public health and tropical medicine issues.

The broad range of electives available gives the opportunity for specialised focus on tropical Australia, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health, or on Australia’s tropical neighbours. Many subjects are offered as flexible delivery, which includes external mode (distance education), limited attendance mode and block mode/intensives.

Students with entry qualifications equivalent to four years or more of

undergraduate and postgraduate study, as well as a minimum of five years of health-related professional experience considered suitable by the Head of School, may be granted credit up to a maximum of 12 credit points towards the Master of Public Health and Tropical Medicine.

POSTGRADUATEDIPLOMAOFPUBLIC HEALTH AND TROPICAL MEDICINET C E 1 M CS

Abbreviation:PGDipPH&TMCode: 73707Mode: limited attendance block/external; F/PTCredit points: 24

Tuition fees: see page 66; CS†

Entry requirementsAn appropriate undergraduate medical, dental, nursing or veterinary science degree from a recognised school;or

An appropriate undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline as determined by the Head of School and at least two years of suitable experience.

Course structureStudents must successfully complete three of the following core subjects and seven elective subjects.

Core subjectsTM5501:03 Tropical MedicineTM5515:03 Epidemiology for Public HealthTM5514:03 Human Health and

Environmental ChangeOr either:TM5513:03 Public Health Management; orTM5563:03 Public Health Leadership


Elective subjectsSelect seven subjects from ELECTIVE SUBJECTS FOR PUBLIC HEALTH AND TROPICAL MEDICINE PROGRAMS listed below.


Public Health, Tropical Medicine and Rehabilitation SciencesPublic Health, Tropical Medicine and Rehabilitation Sciences





MASTER OF PUBLIC HEALTH AND TROPICAL MEDICINET C E 1-1.5 * M CS

Abbreviation: MPHTMCode: 74204Mode: limited attendance block/external; F/PTCredit points: 36Tuition fees: see page 66* depending on prior experience

Entry requirementsAn appropriate undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline as determined by the Head of School of Public Health, Tropical Medicine and Rehabilitation Services;or

A Postgraduate Diploma or Diploma of Public Health and Tropical Medicine at a standard considered suitable by the Head of School of Public Health, Tropical Medicine and Rehabilitation Sciences;or

An equivalent qualification from this or another university approved by the Head of School of Public Health, Tropical Medicine and Rehabilitation Sciences. Applicants may be required to undertake up to two bridging subjects as determined by the Head of School of Public Health, Tropical Medicine and Rehabilitation Sciences;or

Evidence of academic and professional experience, including employment for a minimum of five years in a health related field that meets the approval of the Head of School of Public Health, Tropical Medicine and Rehabilitation Sciences and the Pro-Vice-Chancellor, Faculty of Medicine, Health and Molecular Sciences. Applicants may be required to undertake two bridging subjects.

Course structureStudents must successfully complete five core subjects and seven electives.

Core subjectsTM5501:03 Tropical MedicineTM5515:03 Epidemiology for Public HealthTM5514:03 Human Health and

Environmental Change

TM5516:03 Biostatistics for Public HealthPlus either:TM5513:03 Public Health Management; orTM5563:03 Crisis Leadership and Management

Elective subjectsSelect seven subjects from ELECTIVE SUBJECTS FOR PUBLIC HEALTH AND TROPICAL MEDICINE PROGRAMSlistedbelow.


TRAVEL MEDICINEThe Postgraduate Certificate of Travel Medicine is available for those entering or working in the practice of travel medicine. It is designed to provide both academic and practical training in the disciplines of travel and tropical medicine.

This course will be of particular interest to those providing travel health advice. It is accredited as an approved qualification by Faculty of Travel Medicine of the Australasian College of Tropical Medicine for fellowship program.

POSTGRADUATECERTIFICATEOFTRAVEL MEDICINET E 0.5 M CS

Abbreviation:PGCertTravMCode: 73511Mode: limited attendance block/external; F/PTCredit points: 12


Entry requirementsAn appropriate medical or nursing degree or an equivalent degree and at least two years of suitable experience approved by the Head of School of Public Health, Tropical Medicine & Rehabilitation Sciences.

Course structureStudents must successfully complete the following core subjects and two elective subjects.

Core subjectsTM5512:03 Travel Medicine

TM5542:03 Clinical Travel Medicine

Elective subjects Select two subjects from the ELECTIVE SUBJECTS FOR PUBLIC HEALTH AND TROPICAL MEDICINE PROGRAMS list below.

A candidate who has not completed the subject TM5501:03 Tropical Medicine as per the specified program, or equivalent subject at another institution shall be required by the Head of School of



Public Health, Tropical Medicine and Rehabilitation Sciences to take this subject as an elective subject.


TROPICAL MEDICINE & HYGIENEThe Postgraduate Diploma of Tropical Medicine Hygiene is offered to medical practitioners. It enables doctors to undertake advanced studies in the health and medical issues facing tropical Australia, the western Pacific and Southeast Asia.

Subjects are offered either by external mode or by limited attendance mode, which requires some workshops.

POSTGRADUATEDIPLOMAOF TROPICAL MEDICINE AND HYGIENET E 1 M CS

Abbreviation:PGDipTM&HCode: 73807Mode: limited attendance block/external; F/PTCredit points: 24


Entry requirementsA medical degree from an appropriate medical school or other qualifications deemed equivalent by the Head of School of Public Health, Tropical Medicine and Rehabilitation Sciences.

Course structureStudents must successfully complete the following core subjects and three elective subjects.

Core subjectsTM5501:03 Tropical MedicineTM5502:03 Tropical Public HealthTM5503:03 Human ParasitologyTM5515:03 Epidemiology for Public Health

TM5518:03 Public Health Medical Entomology

Elective subjectsSelect three subjects from ELECTIVE SUBJECTS FOR PUBLIC HEALTH AND TROPICAL MEDICINE PROGRAMS list below.


Elective subjects for public health and tropical medicine programs* TM5002:03 Infectious DiseasesTM5310:09 Dissertation 2TM5501:03 Tropical MedicineTM5502:03 Tropical Public HealthTM5503:03 Human ParasitologyTM5506:03 Social Science in Public HealthTM5508:03 Diving and Marine Medicine TM5510:03 Aboriginal and Torres

Strait lslander HealthTM5512:03 Travel MedicineTM5513:03 Public Health ManagementTM5514:03 Environmental HealthTM5515:03 Epidemiology for Public HealthTM5516:03 Biostatistics for Public HealthTM5518:03 Medical EntomologyTM5524:03 Qualitative Research Methods TM5525:03 Communicable Disease ControlTM5526:03 Public Health EconomicsTM5527:03 ProjectTM5528:03 Health PromotionTM5534:03 Tropical PaediatricsTM5536:03 Refugee HealthTM5540:03 Occupational HealthTM5541:03 Managing Effective Health ProgramsTM5542:03 Clinical Travel MedicineTM5549:06 Dissertation 1TM5552:03 International Health Agencies

and DevelopmentTM5554:03 Theory and Practice of Public HealthTM5555:03 Infection Control in

Health Care SettingsTM5557:03 Disaster Health ManagementTM5558:03 Public Health and Bioterrorism TM5559:03 Clinical Tropical PaediatricsTM5560:03 Aeromedical Retrieval TM5562:03 Reproductive Health in

Developing Countries TM5563:03 Public Health Leadership

and Crisis Management TM5564:03 Acute Care in Resource

Poor EnvironmentsTM5565:03 Clinical Review of Aeromedical

Retrieval ActivityTM5566:03 Clinical Care Skills in

Aeromedical RetrievalsTM5567:03 Flight Crew Skills in

Aeromedical RetrievalsTM5568:03 Health Promotion Needs


and Methods TM5570:03 Health Promotion Research

and EvaluationTM5571:03 Public Health PlacementTM5573:03 Injury Prevention and

Safety Promotion

HS5101:03 Contemporary Issues in Primary Health Care Research

HS5102:03 Qualitative Research Methods for Health Professionals


IA5119:03 Empowerment and Change

* subjects are offered based on minimum student enrolments

ResearchDOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHYThe Doctor of Philosophy is a program of supervised original research. It culminates in the submission of a thesis that demonstrates the ability for critical analysis and research that makes a significant and original contribution to the knowledge and understanding of the field of study.

Doctor of Philosophy research disciplines within the School of Public Health, Tropical Medicine and Rehabilitation Sciences include:

•Occupationaltherapy

•Physiotherapy

• Publichealthandtropicalmedicine(Anton Breinl Centre for Public Health and Tropical Medicine)

• Sportandexercisescience(Institute of Sport and Exercise Science).

DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHYT C E * 3 Abbreviation: PhDCode: 79502Mode: external*; F/PTTuition fees: see page 66* attendance on campus is required for confirmation and pre-completion seminars and at least three weeks per year for consultation with advisor.







DOCTOR OF PUBLIC HEALTH The Doctor of Public Health is a research professional doctorate for graduates with professional experience in a range of public health areas. The research component comprises two-thirds of the program and takes the form of a supervised research and/or development project, culminating in the submission of a thesis that makes a significant contribution to public health.

Visit the School online at www.jcu.edu.au/phtmrs

DOCTOR OF PUBLIC HEALTHT C E 3 M Abbreviation: DrPHCode: 79602Mode: external/limited attendance/block mode; F/PTCredit points: 72


Entry requirementsProfessional experience in a relevant health-related area for a minimum of five years;and either

An appropriate undergraduate degree with first or second class (Division A) Honours approved by the Board of Postgraduate Studies (BPS) on the advice of the Head of School of Public Health, Tropical Medicine and Rehabilitation Sciences;or






A Master of Public Health and Tropical Medicine or Master of Public Health;or

A masters degree in a public health field at a standard and of a nature considered appropriate by the Head of School of Public Health, Tropical Medicine and Rehabilitation Sciences;or

Other qualifications and experience considered equivalent by the Head of School of Public Health, Tropical Medicine and Rehabilitation Sciences.

Course structureStudents must successfully complete the following subjects. Up to 12 credit points of Master Level subjects may be included (provided these credit points have not also been credited towards another award) as approved by the Head of School of Public Health, Tropical Medicine and Rehabilitation Sciences.

Core Subjects Doctor of Public Health Thesis

TM6015:06 Doctoral Conference Presentations

Elective Subjects Select at least 18 credit points:TM6016:06 Doctoral Specialisation ITM6017:06 Doctoral Specialisation IITM6018:06 Doctoral Project ITM6019:06 Doctoral Project IITM6020:06 Doctoral Project IIITM6021:03 Literature ReviewOr either:TM6013:06 Doctoral Attachment

TM6014:09 Extended Doctoral Attachment



MASTER OF SCIENCE A Masters Degree by Research is a research higher degree, which is smaller in scope than a PhD and has less stringent entry requirements. This course offers

graduates an opportunity to advance their expertise in tropical medical science. Students must complete a supervised thesis. Some coursework may be involved.

MASTER OF SCIENCE (TROPICAL MEDICAL SCIENCE)T E * 2 Abbreviation: MScCode: 74003Mode: internal/external*; F/PTTuition fees: see page 66* attendance on campus is required for confirmation and pre-completion seminars and at least three weeks per year for consultation with advisor.

Entry requirementsA Bachelor of Science with first or second Class Honours, or other qualifications deemed equivalent;or

A Master of Applied Science with at least a 12 credit point research option with a grade of Credit or above, or with research publications deemed to be of equivalent value, or other qualifications deemed equivalent;

or





MASTER OF OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY The Master of Occupational Therapy by research provides a solid grounding in research through the conduct of field-based research related to occupational therapy and associated allied

Norwegian-born Sports and Exercise Science Honours student, Carina Morken, 24, has a keener appreciation of physical health than most her age, after losing the ability to speak for nine months.Three years ago, during her second year of a Bachelor of Sports and Exercise Science program at the prestigious Norwegian School of Sport and Exercise, in Oslo, an upper airway infection eventually left Carina unable to make a single sound. A speech pathologist helped her to gradually retrieve her voice and she was able to complete her degree on schedule.

Carina then felt empowered to tackle a fresh challenge: pursuing post graduate studies overseas – at James Cook University. Soon after her arrival, a hula-hoop class on the Townsville campus sparked her curiosity. The hula-hoop is virtually unknown in Norway, and Carina looked at it with fresh eyes – and a scientific mind. “I was surprised that no one has looked at its potential use as a core stabilising exercise to help treat conditions such as lower back pain, as well as improve posture.”

In 2011, she began an Honours research project on Biomechanical Considerations in Hula-Hooping, Wii Fit Plus and Traditional Core Stabilising Exercises. Carina is examining the differences between hula-hooping and Wii Fit Plus Hula-Hooping on body movement and muscle activation, in comparison to existing core stabilising exercises.

Carina’s research will involve the use of infra-red cameras to capture 3D images of how her volunteers initiate and maintain the oscillation of the hoop; a force plate to register any changes in their centre of gravity and electromyography to measure electrical activity in muscles. “I will use this technology to examine how the volunteers change the angle of their joints and utilise six core muscles while using the traditional hoop, then the Wii hula-hoop,” she said.

Carina believes her research should lead to further investigation of alternative exercise methods. She plans to take an academic break after completing her thesis, to seek work experience in rehabilitation or health study assessment. “If you don’t use it, you lose it. I want to use my knowledge and help people. If I can do that I will be very happy.”

Carina MorkenBachelor of Sports and Exercise Science with Honours



health areas. Current research interests in occupational therapy in the School include:

• Appropriatetherapyservicedelivery models for Indigenous Australian communities

• Rehabilitationrelatedtotropical diseases in Australia and developing countries

• Occupationaltherapyworkforceissues in northern Queensland.

MASTER OF OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY T E * 2 Abbreviation: MOccThyCode: 75803Mode: internal/external*; F/PTTuition fees: see page 66* attendance on campus is required for confirmation and pre-completion seminars and at least three weeks per year for consultation with advisor.

Entry requirementsAn appropriate occupational therapy undergraduate degree with first or second class Honours, or other qualifications deemed equivalent;or

An appropriate occupational therapy undergraduate degree and aGraduateDiplomaorGraduateCertificate of Research Methods;or




MASTER OF PHYSIOTHERAPY This course requires the completion of a supervised thesis that shows sound knowledge of the subject matter, independent thought and effective research skills. It has been developed to provide physiotherapy graduates with an opportunity to advance their expertise in research.

Students can select a research project in any area relevant to contemporary physiotherapy practice that could include clinical practice, motor development and control, pain control, neurological and cardio-pulmonary rehabilitation and management of musculoskeletal conditions.

MASTER OF PHYSIOTHERAPY T E * 2 Abbreviation: MPhysioCode: 75303Mode: internal/external*; F/PTTuition fees: see page 66* attendance on campus is required for confirmation and pre-completion seminars and at least three weeks per year for consultation with advisor.

Entry requirementsA Bachelor of Physiotherapy with first or second class Honours, or other qualifications deemed equivalent.



MASTER OF SPEECH PATHOLOGY The Master of Speech Pathology by research requires the completion of a supervised thesis that shows sound knowledge of the subject matter, independent thought and effective research skills. It has been developed to provide speech pathology graduates with an opportunity to advance their expertise in research.

Students can select a research project in any area relevant to contemporary speech pathology practice that could include linguistics, paediatric speech and language impairments, neurogenic speech and language impairments, swallowing, clinical education or clinical practice.

MASTEROFSPEECHPATHOLOGYT E * 2 Abbreviation: MSpchPathCode: 100103Mode: internal/external*; F/PTTuition fees: see page 66* attendance on campus is required for confirmation and pre-completion seminars and at least three weeks per year for consultation with advisor.

Entry requirementsA Bachelor of Speech Pathology with first or second class Honours, or other qualifications deemed equivalent.



MASTER OF SPORT AND EXERCISE SCIENCE The Master of Sport and Exercise Science by research consists of research undertaken for preparation of a thesis.

Students choose a research project in any area relevant to contemporary sport and exercise science including exercise physiology, clinical exercise physiology, exercise testing and prescription, sport and exercise psychology, motor learning and control, sport and exercise biomechanics, and exercise rehabilitation.

Projects may be undertaken in one of the ISES research areas (sport, physical activity, aging, human performance in heat and humidity, ocean sports, clinical exercise physiology).

All projects are subject to the approval by the Director of the Institute of Sport and Exercise Science and the availability of appropriate advisors.

MASTER OF SPORT AND EXERCISE SCIENCE T E * 2 Abbreviation: MSpExScCode: 79203Mode: Internal/external*; F/PTTuition fees: see page 66* attendance on campus is required for confirmation and pre-completion seminars and at least three weeks per year for consultation with advisor.

Entry requirementsAn appropriate undergraduate degree with first or second class Honours, or other qualifications deemed equivalent;or

An appropriate undergraduate degreeandaGraduateDiplomaorGraduateCertificateofResearchMethods, or equivalent;or










School of Veterinary and Biomedical SciencesBringing together expertise in tropical animal science, veterinary science, and medical laboratory science, the School offers programs for science professionals and advanced clinical research.

The School of Veterinary and Biomedical Sciences is multidisciplinary and comprises approximately 100 staff, based on the Townsville and Cairns campuses. The School focuses on the delivery of quality education and research in the following areas:

• Animalscience

• Animalhealthandproduction

• Immunology

• Medicallaboratoryscience

• Microbiology

• Pharmacology

• Physiology

• Veterinaryanatomyand pathology

• Veterinaryclinicalsciences.

FacilitiesTeaching facilities are impressive and include suites of teaching and research laboratories for anatomy and biomedical sciences with: tissue culture suites; histology processing and microscopy; a radioisotope suite; and large and small animal housing, including aquatic animals.

Veterinary science facilities on the Townsville campus also include 80 hectares of livestock paddocks and dedicated laboratories.

The purpose-built JCU Veterinary Emergency Centre and Hospital runs adjacent to the School’s headquarters on the Townsville campus. The Hospital includes operating theatres and radiology facilities as well as a public emergency and referral veterinary clinical service.

JCU’s cattle station, Fletcherview Research Station, is managed by the School and is located near Charters Towers, 98 kilometres inland from Townsville. The station incorporates laboratory facilities and accommodation and is a resource for students and researchers in the School.

Veterinary science teaching facilities on the Atherton Tablelands include the JCU Veterinary Teaching Resource Centre and the Tableland Veterinary Service Large and Small Animal Clinic at Malanda. The School also has facilities at Aachilpa VeterinaryGroupandTownsvilleVeterinary Clinic in Townsville.

ProgramsProfessional programs are designed for veterinary scientists and scientists who wish to extend their professional skills and knowledge in veterinary science, animal science, and biomedical sciences. Research programs include the Doctor of Philosophy and a range of masters by research and course work.

Academic and research unitsTeaching and research within the School is divided into the following units:

Animal Health and Production staff specialise in livestock production, management and welfare with the long term goal of producing quality product and profitability. Research currently focuses on public health, reproduction, meat science and nutrition.

Microbiology and Immunology works closely with the Schools of Medicine and Dentistry and Pharmacy and Molecular Sciences on a range of research areas including infectious disease and pathogenesis of vascular disease.

Physiology and Pharmacology works closely with the Schools of Medicine and Dentistry and Pharmacy and Molecular Sciences on a range of research including pharmacology of new drugs of natural origin.

Veterinary Anatomy and Pathology delivers preclinical and clinical training in gross and macroscopic anatomy and conduct pathological investigations into disease. The unit also provides pathological diagnostic services to veterinary clinics across northern Queensland.

Veterinary Clinical Sciences provides clinical teaching and research opportunities in areas such as veterinary medicine, emergency and critical care, radiology, anaesthesia and surgery based on the broad range of cases seen at the JCU Veterinary Emergency Centre and Hospital.

Current research interestsCurrent research interests within the School of Veterinary and Biomedical Sciences include:

• Stressandtheresponsestoinjury

• Reproductivebiology,cellsignalling and metabolism

• Aquaticpathobiology

• Cardiorespiratoryphysiology

• Biotechnology

• Epidemiology

• Virology

• Animalhealthandproduction

• Meatproductionandlivestock nutrition

• Appliedmicrobiologyandfood microbiology.

ContactsSchool of Veterinary and Biomedical SciencesFax: (07) 4779 1526www.jcu.edu.au/vbms

For all veterinary-related courses:<[email protected]>Tel: (07) 4781 4449

For all non-veterinary-related courses:<[email protected]>Tel: (07) 4781 4632


Degrees available• Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences (Honours)(Graduate)

• GraduateCertificateofBiomedicalSciences


• GraduateCertificateofTropicalAnimal Science

• GraduateCertificateofTropicalVeterinary Science

• GraduateDiplomaofBiomedicalSciences


• GraduateDiplomaofTropicalAnimal Science

• Postgraduate Diploma of Tropical Veterinary Science


• Master of Applied Science

• Master of Biomedical Sciences

• Master of Tropical Animal Science

• Master of Tropical Veterinary Science

Research• Doctor of Philosophy

• Master of Biomedical Sciences


• Master of Tropical Animal Science

• Master of Tropical Veterinary Science

Veterinary and Biomedical Sciences


Animal ScienceTropical animal science programs are available to graduates from agricultural science, animal science, rural science, science or related degrees. Study areas may include:

•Animalnutrition

•Appliedpathology

•Aquaticpathobiology

• Epidemiologyandbiometrics

• Immunology

•Microbiology

•Parasitology.

GRADUATECERTIFICATEOFTROPICAL ANIMAL SCIENCET 0.5 M *Abbreviation:GCertTropAnimScCode: 75111Mode: internal; F/PTCredit points: 12Tuition fees: see page 66

* limited subjects

Entry requirementsAn appropriate undergraduate degree deemed suitable by the Head of School and Faculty; or other qualifications deemed equivalent by the Faculty.

Course structureStudents must successfully complete any four subjects fromtheGraduateDiplomaof Tropical Animal Science subject list, see below.

GRADUATEDIPLOMAOFTROPICAL ANIMAL SCIENCET 1 M Abbreviation:GDipTropAnimScCode: 105206Mode: internal; F/PTCredit points: 24


Entry requirementsAn appropriate undergraduate degree deemed suitable by the Head of School and Faculty; or other qualifications deemed equivalent by the Faculty.

Course structureStudents must successfully complete any eight of the following subjects.

SubjectsBZ5501:03 Special Topic 1MI5061:03 Advanced ImmunologyTV5010:03 Animal Health – not offered in 2012TV5020:03 Animal Production TV5040:03 Epidemiology 1TV5110:03 General PathologyTV5111:03 Applied PathologyTV5121:03 Infectious Diseases of LivestockTV5130:03 Advances in Veterinary ParasitologyTV5131:03 Host-Parasite Relationships

– not offered in 2012TV5210:03 Animal NutritionTV5220:03 Animal Reproduction and

Management – not offered in 2012TV5230:03 Epidemiology 2TV5240:03 Aquatic Pathobiology

TV5320:03 DissertationPlease note, subject availability is currently under review. Please contact the Faculty of Medicine, Health and Molecular Sciences for clarification. Students may discuss with the Academic Advisor substituting subjects not offered with Biomedical Sciences subjects..

MASTER OF TROPICAL ANIMAL SCIENCET 1-1.5 * M **Abbreviation: MTropAnimScCode: 75104Mode: internal; F/PTCredit points: 36Tuition fees: see page 66* depending on prior experience** limited subjects

Entry requirementsAn appropriate undergraduate degree deemed suitable by the Head of School and Faculty or other qualifications deemed equivalent; or evidence of academic and professional experience that meets the approval of the Head of School and Faculty.

Course structureCredit for prior learning and/or experience of up to 12 credit points may be granted upon application.

Students must successfully complete three core subjects. This can include a research project in a special area of interest, which may involve both field and laboratory studies. The remaining subjects to make up the required 36 credit points can be chosen from the list of electives.

Please note, subject availability is currently under review.

Since 1999 Rusaini has worked as a lecturer at the University of Tadulako in Central Sulawesi, Indonesia. With the benefit of an Australian Development Scholarship (AusAID) he enrolled in a Masters by Research in Microbiology and Immunology at JCU completing it in 2006. After a further two and a half years lecturing in Sulawesi he was granted another scholarship and returned to JCU to undertake his PhD.

“I did my Masters at JCU and liked Townsville’s tropical environment whichhasasimilarclimatetomyhometowninSulawesi.Knowingthepeople here and being familiar with the conditions at JCU made it easier for me to come back and study again.”

Rusaini is currently researching viruses and immune-related genes in banana prawns and freshwater crayfish. “We have a problem with viruses in prawns in Indonesia and the knowledge and skills I gain here will be very helpful. I will be able to do my job at home much better when I complete my PhD.”

Since beginning his postgraduate studies Rusaini has attended the AquaticAnimalHealthConferenceinCairnsandaworkshopinGeelongwhich attracted scientists from all over Australia.

“The academic atmosphere at JCU is very good and the people are great. Staff and other students are always willing to help you and the supervisors are very friendly. The facilities here are much better than in my country which means I can do research here that is not possible at home.”

Since living in Townsville Rusaini has become more independent and encourages others foreign students to study here. “If you have the opportunity to study abroad you should take it. It gives you lots of advantages and studying at JCU allows you to meet and network with people from all over the world.”

RusainiStudent, Doctor of Philosophy in Microbiology and Immunology








specified for their chosen major (see below). Please note, subject availability is currently under review. Please contact the Faculty of Medicine, Health and Molecular Sciences for clarification, page 66.

MASTER OF BIOMEDICAL SCIENCEST 1.5 M CS

Abbreviation: MBiomedScCode: 75004Mode: internal; F/PTCredit points: 36

Tuition fees: see page 66; CS†

Entry requirementsA Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences with first or second class Honours or other qualifications deemed equivalent;or

A postgraduate or graduate diploma in a science, biomedical or health-related field, or equivalent;or


Course structureThis is a flexible course. After consultation with the academic advisor, students devise a program of study in one of the three majors that suits their professional goals and interests. Please note, subject availability is currently under review. Please contact the Faculty of Medicine, Health and Molecular Sciences for clarification, page 66.

Aquatic Microbiology MajorCore subjects MI5000:03 Epidemiology MI5003:03 Advanced Marine Microbiology MI5301:06 Independent Project (Part 1 of 2)

MI5302:06 Independent Project (Part 2 of 2)

Elective subjects PP5151:03 General Pathobiology BS5001:03 Quantitative Methods in Biology

TV5240:03 Advanced Aquatic Pathobiology

or other subjects as arranged with the Head of Discipline.

Clinical Microbiology MajorCore subjects MI5000:03 Epidemiology MI5021:03 Advanced Clinical Microbiology MI5041:03 Food Microbiology MI5051:03 Mechanisms of Infectious Diseases

MI5061:03 Advanced Immunology

Elective subjects PP5151:03 General Pathobiology MI5101:03 Microbiology and Immunology

Dissertation (Part 1 of 2)MI5102:03 Microbiology and Immunology

Dissertation (Part 2 of 2)MI5401:09 Independent Project

and Dissertation

or other subjects as arranged with the Head of Discipline.

Note: Completion of MI5401:09 Independent Project and Dissertation at Credit level may enable progression into the Master of Biomedical Sciences by research.

Physiology and Pharmacology MajorStudents with an interest in physiology or pharmacology should consult the Academic Advisor to devise a study program.

EnquiriesAssociate Professor Leigh Owens<[email protected]>Tel: (07) 4781 4632Fax: (07) 4779 1526

Biomedical Sciences – Applied Science ProgramsBiomedical sciences can also bestudiedwithintheGraduateDiploma of Science and Master of Applied Science. These courses enable graduates to pursue further studies in a specialist area.

Study areas available for the biomedical sciences are:

• Biochemistry

•Chemistry

• Immunology

•Microbiology

•Pharmacology

•Physiology.

GRADUATEDIPLOMAOFSCIENCET 1 M CS

Abbreviation:GDipScCode: 53907Mode: internal; F/PTCredit points: 24


Entry requirementsAn appropriate undergraduate degree or other qualifications deemed equivalent by the Faculty.

Core subjectsTV5311:12 Research and DissertationTV5320:03 Dissertation

Elective subjectsBZ5501:03 Special Topic 1MI5061:03 Advanced ImmunologyTV5010:03 Animal Health – not offered in 2012TV5040:03 Epidemiology 1TV5110:03 General PathologyTV5111:03 Applied PathologyTV5121:03 Infectious Diseases of LivestockTV5130:03 Advances in Veterinary ParasitologyTV5131:03 Host-Parasite Relationships


Management – not offered in 2012TV5230:03 Epidemiology 2 TV5240:03 Aquatic Pathobiology

TV5020:03 Animal ProductionPlease note, subject availability is currently under review. Please contact the Faculty of Medicine, Health and Molecular Sciences for clarification. Students may discuss with the Academic Advisor substituting subjects not offered with Biomedical Sciences subjects.

EnquiriesProfessor Wayne HeinSchool of Veterinary and Biomedical SciencesTel: (07) 4781 4449Fax: (07) 4779 1526

Biomedical SciencesJCU’s Schools of Veterinary and Biomedical Sciences, and Pharmacy and Molecular Sciences, offer a suite of biomedical science courses. Students can choose from three majors:

•AquaticMicrobiology

•ClinicalMicrobiology

•PhysiologyandPharmacology.

These majors offer advanced level training in aquatic pathobiology, clinical and food microbiology, and physiology and pharmacology, relevant to the domains of human and veterinary endeavour. Biomedical sciences can also be studied within the GraduateDiplomaofScienceand Master of Applied Science.

See also BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES –APPLIEDSCIENCEPROGRAMS.

GRADUATECERTIFICATEOFBIOMEDICAL SCIENCEST 0.5 M CS

Abbreviation:GCertBiomedScCode: 75011Mode: internal; F/PTCredit points: 12


Entry requirementsA Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences or Bachelor of Science or an undergraduate degree with at least 12 credit points of biomedical subjects at Level 3.

Course structureA minor project is obligatory within the Aquatic Microbiology major and optional in the Clinical Microbiology major.

This is a flexible course. Students must successfully complete at least 12 credit points of coursework from the subjects specified for their chosen major (see opposite).

There is no requirement to undertake an independent project or a dissertation, but if MI5401:09 Independent Project and Dissertation is included and is completed at Credit level, then enrolment in a Master of Biomedical Sciences (Research) program may be undertaken.

Please note, subject availability is currently under review. Please contact the Faculty of Medicine, Health and Molecular Sciences for clarification, page 66.

GRADUATEDIPLOMAOFBIOMEDICAL SCIENCEST 1 M CS

Abbreviation:GDipBiomedScCode: 105106Mode: internal; F/PT Credit points: 24


Entry requirementsA Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Applied Science or Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences; or other qualifications deemed equivalent by the Faculty.

Course structureA minor project is obligatory within the Aquatic Microbiology major and optional in the Clinical Microbiology major. This is a flexible course. Students must successfully complete at least 24 credit points of coursework from the subjects

When a severely injured soldier or accident victim begins to lose massive amounts of blood, every second counts. But what if you could make time slow down?ProfessorGeoffDobsonfirstcombinedhisfascinationwithhibernatinganimalsandhisexperienceinheartresearch to develop adenocaine®, a drug that allows surgeons to place the human heart in suspended animation during cardiac surgery.Now the tireless inventor and his team at the Heart Research Laboratory in the Department of Physiology and Pharmacology at James Cook University are developing a new use for the revolutionary drug – a small-volume resuscitation fluid designed to quickly stabilise the heart and circulatory system of major trauma victims, before shock and multiple organ failure occurs.“Time is the critical factor. Untreated, 95 per cent of victims suffering 60 per cent loss of blood will die in about 15 minutes. On the battlefield, catastrophic haemorrhage is the leading cause of preventable death.”Prof. Dobson’s team has found that adenocaine® – combined with a small-volume, high-salt solution and magnesium – strengthens the heart, enabling blood pressure to be raised gently to a level that maintains the blood supply to vital organs, but does not disrupt clotting and cause further bleeding. Laboratory testing of the new formula has produced dramatic results, which Prof. Dobson was recently invited to share at NATO’s Operations Medical Conference in Madrid, Spain.Prof. Dobson obtained a PhD from the University of British Columbia, based on his research into how animals adapt to survive under extreme conditions, then undertook heart research at the National Institute of Health in Maryland. “It was not until I joined JCU in 1993 that I began to connect the dots backwards and combined previous research experiences to develop a way to trick the human heart to ‘hibernate’ during surgery.”Prof. Dobson has nine international patents for his innovative research results. The first “adenocaine TM” product is available in the US, and will soon be released in Europe and Asia. “The Heart Research Laboratory is collaborating with universities around the globe. I believe it is vitally important to develop an international exchange of ideas from which graduate students can gain ‘hands-on’ experience, by visiting and actively participating in research in different countries. Science is about making a difference.”

Researcher profile

Professor Geoff DobsonDiscipline of Physiology and Pharmacology



Course structureThis is a flexible program. Students devise a program of study in consultation with the course coordinator to match their professional goals or interests. Please note, subject availability is currently under review. Please contact the Faculty of Medicine, Health and Molecular Sciences for clarification, page 66.

MASTER OF APPLIED SCIENCE T 1.5 M CS

Abbreviation: MAppScCode: 54504Mode: internal; F/PTCredit points: 36


Entry requirementsAn appropriate undergraduate degree or other qualifications deemed equivalent by the Faculty.

Course structureThis is a flexible program. Students devise a program of study in consultation with the course coordinator to match their professional goals or interests. Please note, subject availability is currently under review. Please contact the Faculty of Medicine, Health and Molecular Sciences for clarification, page 66.

EnquiriesInitial enquiries can be made to the Faculty office:Tel: (07) 4781 6348Fax: (07) 4781 4655<[email protected]

Academic AdvisorSchool of Veterinary and Biomedical SciencesAssociate Professor Leigh Owens<[email protected]>Tel: (07) 4781 4632Fax: (07) 4779 1526

Veterinary ScienceTropical veterinary science programs are available to veterinary science graduates who wish to further their training. Study areas within the tropical veterinary science programs may include:

•Animalnutrition

• Animalproductionandbiotechnology

•Appliedpathology

•Aquaticpathobiology

• Epidemiology

• Immunology

•Microbiology

•Parasitology.

GRADUATECERTIFICATEOFTROPICAL VETERINARY SCIENCET 0.5 M Abbreviation:GCertTropVScCode: 75211Mode: internal; F/PTCredit points: 12


Entry requirementsA Bachelor of Veterinary Science or other qualifications deemed equivalent by the Faculty.

Course structureStudents must successfully complete any four subjects from the list below.

POSTGRADUATEDIPLOMAOFTROPICAL VETERINARY SCIENCET 1 M CS

Abbreviation:PGDipTropVScCode: 75207Mode: internal; F/PTCredit points: 24


Entry requirementsA Bachelor of Veterinary Science or other qualifications deemed equivalent by the Faculty.

Course structureStudents must successfully complete any eight of the following subjects.

SubjectsBT5501:03 Special Topic 1MI5061:03 Advanced ImmunologyTV5010:03 Animal Health – not offered in 2012TV5020:03 Animal Production TV5040:03 Epidemiology 1TV5110:03 General PathologyTV5111:03 Applied PathologyTV5120:03 Advanced Microbiology

and ImmunologyTV5121:03 Infectious Diseases of LivestockTV5130:03 Advances in Veterinary ParasitologyTV5131:03 Host-Parasite RelationshipsTV5210:03 Animal NutritionTV5220:03 Animal Reproduction and

Management – not offered in 2012TV5230:03 Epidemiology 2TV5240:03 Aquatic Pathobiology

MI5000:03 Biomedical Epidemiology






Please note, subject availability is currently under review. Please contact the Faculty of Medicine, Health and Molecular Sciences for clarification. Students may discuss with the Academic Advisor substituting subjects not offered with Biomedical Sciences subjects.

MASTER OF TROPICAL VETERINARY SCIENCET 1-1.5 * M Abbreviation: MTropVScCode: 75204Mode: internal; F/PTCredit points: 36Tuition fees: see page 66

* depending on prior experience

Entry requirementsA Bachelor of Veterinary Science or other qualifications deemed equivalent by the Faculty; or evidence of academic and professional experience that meets the approval of the Head of School and Faculty.

Course structureStudents must successfully complete the core subjects (this can include a research project in a special area of interest that may involve both field and laboratory studies) and elective subjects to make up the required 36 credit points.

Credit for prior learning and/or experience of up to 12 credit points may be granted upon application.

Core subjectsTV5311:12 Research and Dissertation

TV5320:03 Dissertation

Elective subjectsSelect remaining subjects to make up 36 credit points:BZ5103:03 Tropical PasturesMI5061:03 Advanced ImmunologyTV5010:03 Animal Health – not offered in 2012TV5020:03 Animal Production TV5040:03 Epidemiology 1TV5110:03 General PathologyTV5111:03 Applied PathologyTV5120:03 Advanced Microbiology

and ImmunologyTV5121:03 Infectious Diseases of LivestockTV5130:03 Advances in Veterinary ParasitologyTV5131:03 Host-Parasite Relationships


Management – not offered in 2012

TV5230:03 Epidemiology 2TV5240:03 Aquatic Pathobiology

MI5000:03 Biomedical Epidemiology

Please note, subject availability is currently under review. Please contact the Faculty of Medicine, Health and Molecular Sciences for clarification. Students may discuss with the Academic Advisor substituting subjects not offered with Biomedical Sciences subjects.

EnquiriesProfessor Wayne HeinSchool of Veterinary and Biomedical SciencesTel: (07) 4781 4449Fax: (07) 4779 1526

ResearchDOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHYThe Doctor of Philosophy is a program of supervised original research. It culminates in the submission of a thesis that demonstrates the ability for critical analysis and research that makes a significant and original contribution to the knowledge and understanding of the field of study. Research disciplines within the School of Veterinary and Biomedical Sciences include:

•Animalscience

•Biomedicalscience

• Immunology

•Microbiology

•Pharmacology

•Physiology

•Veterinaryscience.

DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHYT E * 3 Abbreviation: PhDCode: 79502Mode: external*; F/PTTuition fees: see page 66* attendance on campus is required for confirmation and pre-completion seminars and at least three weeks per year for consultation with advisor.


An appropriate Masters with at least a 50 per cent research

component, or equivalent, or other qualifications deemed equivalent;or

Enrolment of not less than one-year full-time or two years part-time in an appropriate masters degree by research;or




MASTER OF SCIENCEJCU’s Master of Science by research requires the completion of a supervised thesis that shows sound knowledge of the subject matter, independent thought and effective research skills.

It provides graduates with research experience equivalent to at least one year of research training, leading to a thesis that is externally examined. Some coursework components may be included.

Research disciplines available include:

• Immunology

•Microbiology

•Pharmacology

•Physiology.

MASTER OF SCIENCET E * 3 Abbreviation: MScCode: 74003Mode: on campus or external*; F/PTTuition fees: see page 66* attendance on campus is required for confirmation and pre-completion seminars and at least three weeks per year for consultation with advisor.

Entry requirementsA Bachelor of Science with first or second-class Honours, or other qualifications deemed equivalent;or

A Master of Applied Science with at least a 12 credit point research option with a grade of Credit or above, or with research publications deemed to be of equivalent value, or other qualifications deemed equivalent;orA Bachelor of Science and subsequent successful completion of a Research Methods Course with a grade of at least a Credit for research component;or in exceptional casesEvidence of academic and professional experience that meets the approval of the Head of School and Faculty.



MASTER OF BIOMEDICAL SCIENCESThe School’s research work is closely linked with the Schools of Medicine and Dentistry and Pharmacy and Molecular Sciences and the wider medical community. Veterinary and animal sciences provide a major focus for research.

MASTER OF BIOMEDICAL SCIENCEST E * 2 Abbreviation: MBiomedScCode: 75003Mode: internal/external*; F/PTTuition fees: see page 66* attendance on campus is required for confirmation and pre-completion seminars and at least three weeks per year for consultation with advisor.

Entry requirementsAn appropriate undergraduate degree with first or second-class Honours, or other qualifications deemed equivalent;orA postgraduate or graduate diploma in a science, biomedical or health-related field or other qualifications deemed equivalent;orMedicine, Health & Molecular Sciences - 2012 Postgraduate Research and Coursework Programs60

An appropriate undergraduate degreeandaGraduateDiplomaorGraduateCertificateof Research Methods;or




MASTER OF TROPICAL ANIMAL SCIENCE This course is available to graduates from agricultural science, animal science, rural science, science or related degrees who wish to undertake research in the area of tropical animal science. It requires the completion of a supervised thesis that shows sound knowledge of the subject matter, independent thought and effective research skills.

MASTER OF TROPICAL ANIMAL SCIENCET E * 2 Abbreviation: MTAnimScCode: 75103Mode: internal/external*; F/PTTuition fees: See page 66* attendance on campus is required for confirmation and pre-completion seminars and at least three weeks per year for consultation with advisor.

Entry requirementsAn undergraduate degree with first or second-class Honours in a discipline deemed appropriate by the Head of School; and with at least two years of postgraduate experience;or

Other qualifications deemed equivalent;or

An appropriate undergraduate degreeandaGraduateDiplomaorGraduateCertificateofResearchMethods or equivalent;or

Evidence of academic and professional experience that meets the approval of the Faculty.








MASTER OF TROPICAL VETERINARY SCIENCE JCU’s School of Veterinary and Biomedical Sciences’ research work is closely linked with the Schools of Medicine and Dentistry and Pharmacy and Molecular Sciences and the wider medical community. Veterinary and animal sciences provide a major focus for research. Research areas span: cardiac/skeletal muscle metabolism and cellular bioenergetics; immunology and pathology of disease; microbiology of infectious diseases; visual science; neuroscience and pharmacology; respiratory physiology and metabolism; and nutrition and reproductive physiology.

Visit the School online at www.jcu.edu.au/vbms

MASTER OF TROPICAL VETERINARY SCIENCET E * 2 Abbreviation: MTVScCode: 75203Mode: internal/external*; F/PTTuition fees: see page 66* attendance on campus is required for confirmation and pre-completion seminars and at least three weeks per year for consultation with advisor.

Entry requirementsA Bachelor of Veterinary Science with first and second-class Honours and at least two years of postgraduate experience, or other qualifications deemed equivalent;or

Evidence of academic and professional experience that meets the approval of the Faculty.



GrahamBurgessmovedtoTownsville in 1983 to take up a positionintheGraduateSchoolofTropical Veterinary Sciences and is currently a reader in Veterinary Microbiology and Immunology.

Grahamandhisteamcreateda number of research projects at the university including the establishment of JCU’s biotechnology company TropBio which operates in the diagnostics manufacturing environment. “It was a really rewarding project that allowed our students to be

involved in productive ventures that were being implemented in commercial environments.”

Students enrolled in postgraduate courses are encouraged to attend conferences where they deliver oral presentations and produce posterdisplays.Grahambelievesthequality of the students’ work is equal to any of the attending scientists. “JCU is turning out professional and confident people who are able to take their position in a scientific community and hold their own.”

Dr

Graham BurgessReader in Veterinary Microbiology and Immunology

Researcher profile


Entry and application information

Entry requirements

How to apply

Study costs

Financial assistance

International student information

A-Z study area index

JCU terminology

Contacts



Entry requirements

Depending on the postgraduate qualification, entry requirements can include an undergraduate degree, relevant work experience or research experience. Pathway options exist both for coursework and research programs.

Coursework entry requirementsFor entry to postgraduate coursework programs, you usually need an appropriate undergraduate degree. However, some programs allow entry with relevant work experience. Check the Courses section of this guide for individual course entry requirements. You will need to include certified copies of your qualifications and academic transcripts along with original work references if claiming work experience.

Postgraduate certificate

A bachelor degree in an appropriate study area is usually required. For some courses, applicants with sufficient, relevant work experience instead of a degree may also be considered.

Postgraduate diploma

A postgraduate certificate or bachelor degree in an appropriate study area is usually required.

Graduate certificate

A bachelor degree is usually required for entry. For some courses, applicants with sufficient relevant work experience instead of a degree may be also considered.

Graduate diploma

A bachelor degree or graduate certificate is usually required for entry.

Masters

A bachelor degree, postgraduate diploma or graduate diploma is usually required. For some courses, applicants with sufficient, relevant

work experience instead of a degree may also be considered.

Professional doctorate

A bachelor degree with first or second class Honours, or masters by coursework or research and relevant work experience is usually required.

Research entry requirementsFor entry to research higher degrees, a bachelor degree with Honours in an appropriate study area is usually required. If you do not have an honours degree, youcanenrolinJCU’sGraduateCertificate of Research Methods orGraduateDiplomaofResearchMethods. These qualifying courses will equip you with the appropriate research skills to enter a research higher degree.

Applicants also need approval from the relevant JCU Head of School for their research proposal.

Masters by research (including Master of Philosophy)

A bachelor degree with at least second class Honours is usually required. If you do not have an honours degree, JCU offers the following research methods qualifying courses: GraduateCertificateofResearchMethodsandGraduateDiplomaof Research Methods.

Professional doctorates

A masters by research or bachelor degree with at least first or second class Division A Honours is usually required. Appropriate professional experience is also required.

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

A masters by research or bachelor degree with at least first or second class Division A Honours is usually required.

For further information about entry to research higher degrees,contacttheGraduateResearch School to obtain details of application eligibility and enrolment procedures.

www.jcu.edu.au/grsAdditional requirements

Faculties will advise applicants if there are additional entry requirements for some courses. For example, courses including placements in schools, clinics and hospitals or research requiring contact with children need a Blue Card or ‘Working with Children

Check’ issued by the Queensland Commission for Children, Young PeopleandChildGuardian.Other health courses may require immunisation against Hepatitis C.

International applicants

International applicants should contact James Cook University International for information on entry requirements, English language requirements and application procedures.

www.jcu.edu.au/international<[email protected]>

Download application forms at www.jcu.edu.au/student/forms


How to apply

Applications for postgraduate study are made directly to JCU.

Coursework programsTo apply you will need to complete an Application for Postgraduate Coursework form, downloadable from JCU’s Current Students website at: www.jcu.edu.au/student/forms

You will need to attach certified copies of your qualifications and academic transcripts with your application.

Application deadlines Application dates may depend on your study area.

Courses starting Study Period 1 – due date for on-time applications is 6 January 2012.

Courses starting Study Period 2 – due date for on-time applications is 22 June 2012.

Psychology programs – apply by the last working day, October 2011.

Some teaching programs – apply by the last working day, October 2011.

MBA programs – apply throughout the year, although applications must be received no later than four weeks before your intended subjects commence.

Marine biology programs – apply by the last working day, October 2011.

Block mode subjects – if you are enrolling in a block mode subject (subjects offered outside the main Study Periods 1 and 2) you must submit your application no later than four weeks prior to the commencement of each subject’s study period.

Offers

We will advise you of the outcome of your application generally within three weeks.

Research programsJames Cook University’s GraduateResearchSchooladministers all applications for research higher degrees.

If you would like to apply to enter a research higher degree at JCU, you first need to develop a topic and find a potential supervisor.

Consulting with the head of the relevant JCU school is advisable. The GraduateResearchSchoolwebsitesets out research areas at JCU with links to appropriate academics.

TheGraduateResearchSchoolwebsite also explains the application procedure and has links to downloadable application and referee forms. www.jcu.edu.au/grs

JCU’s faculty and school websites contain information about academic staff, research expertise, and current research projects: http://cms.jcu.edu.au/about/ organisation

If you wish to enrol as a part-time student, you will need to satisfy the Head of School and your supervisor that you can devote adequate time to your planned research and be able to maintain regular contact with your supervisor.

You can submit an application for a research higher degree at any time, for commencement in the following teaching period (semester).

The formal application includes original or certified transcripts, a two-page summary of your proposed project and supporting reports from two academic referees.

The Application for Research Candidature form is available online. ForfulldetailsvisittheGraduateResearch School online: www.jcu.edu.au/grs

International applicantsSee page 67 for more information for international students.

International applicants should contact James Cook International, our centre for international students. Information on entry requirements, English language requirements and application procedures are available from the website: www.jcu.edu.au/international


The sooner you are aware of your study costs, payment options and what assistance you are eligible for, the easier it will be to plan your finances. Postgraduate study will be one of the best investments you will ever make.

Coursework study costsCoursework students either pay tuition fees or, if they have the option of taking a Commonwealth supported place (see below for explanation), a student contribution amount.

With either option, Australian students (that is, Australian citizens and permanent humanitarian visa holders) do not need to pay any tuition costs upfront, payment can be deferred.

Commonwealth supported places are available in many courses at JCU. Eligible students can choose which fee type best suits their needs. Tax deductibility may be a consideration, as tuition fees are deductible if they relate to current employment. Student contributions, however, are not tax deductible. You may wish to consult with your Accountant or Financial Adviser to determine the best course of action for you.

Tuition fee paying places

Coursework programs have tuition fees, which are calculated by subject. Amounts will vary depending on the study area or discipline of the subject. JCU’s postgraduate tuition fees are listed opposite. This information, and more, can also be found online at: www.jcu.edu.au/student/fees/dtfp

Fees are shown by individual subject, according to the study area for that subject. An indicative annual total is also given, based on a full-time enrolment of subjects in that study area only. Many coursework programs, however, can mix subjects from several study areas, so total fee amounts will depend on your enrolment.

The credit-point value of a subject can be found at the end of the subject code. For example, EC5206:03 Macro-Economic Policy is a 3-credit point subject.

Paying tuition fees

Australian citizens and permanent humanitarian visa holders have two options for paying their tuition fees:

• Payupfront,orininstalmentsby the payment due date for their subject/s; or

• DeferpaymentbyrequestingFEE-HELP assistance through the Commonwealth government. See Financial Assistance on page 48.

New Zealand citizens and permanent non-humanitarian visa holders must pay coursework tuition fees upfront and are not eligible for FEE-HELP loans.

Commonwealth supported places

Commonwealth supported places are available for a range of degrees in areas of national significance. A list of these courses is shown on the inside back cover of this guide. Commonwealth support is indicated in the course-information boxes associated with each degree throughout this guide. Commonwealth supported students contribute to the costs of their study by paying a student contribution amount, which can be significantly lower than postgraduate tuition fees. The remainder is contributed by the Commonwealth.

Student contributions are grouped into bands, and are set out in the table below.

Students need to be aware of the Student Learning Entitlement (SLE), which provides access to Commonwealth supported places

for the equivalent of seven years of full-time study from 1/1/2005. For further information visit www.jcu.edu.au/student/fees/dcs/JCUDEV_007690.html

Paying a Student contribution amount

Australian citizens and permanent humanitarian visa holders have three payment options:

• Makeafullupfrontpaymentofthe student contribution for all the subjects you are enrolled in, on or by the payment due date, and receive an upfront payment discount; or

• Paypartofyourstudentcontribution on or by the payment due date and receive an upfront payment discount for payments totalling $500 or more. Then defer payment of the remainder through a HECS-HELP loan, see page 68; or

• DeferpaymentthroughaHECS-HELP loan for your entire student contribution amount. See Financial Assistance on page 68.

If you are a New Zealand citizen or permanent non-humanitarian visa holder you must pay the full amount of your student

What does it cost?Find out about your study costs and payment options.

2011 Commonwealth supported student contribution amounts for students starting their study in 2012

Band Discipline area for your subjects Cost per 3-credit point subject Cost per full-time year

National Priorities Mathematics, Statistics $565 $4,520

Band 1 Humanities, Behavioural Science, Clinical Psychology, Foreign Languages, Social Studies, Visual and Performing Arts, Nursing, Education $706 $5,648

Band 2 Agriculture, Allied Health, Computing, Built Environment, Other Health, Engineering, Surveying $1006 $8,050

Band 3 Accounting, Administration, Economics, Commerce, Law, Dentistry, Medicine, Veterinary Science $1,178 $9,425

To view tuition fees for postgraduate coursework programs visit www.jcu.edu.au/student/fees/dtfp/


Further infoDetailed information on fees and financial assistance can be found online at our Current Students site: www.jcu.edu.au/student

For Commonwealth government information relating to higher education, visit: www.goingtouni.gov.au

contribution upfront by the payment due date. You do not qualify to defer payment through a HECS-HELP loan. Our Student Enquiry Centres can supply more information - Tel: 1800 246 446.

For a comparison of fee alternatives for domestic postgraduate coursework students, visit www.jcu.edu.au/student/idc/groups/public/documents/information_about/jcuprd_055454.pdf

Research study costsAustralian citizens and permanent residents who are PhD or masters by research students will be Commonwealth supported under the Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations (DEEWR) Research Training Scheme (RTS). These places are fee exempt.

For further information contact: JCUGraduateResearchSchool Tel: (07) 4781 5861 <[email protected]>

Other study expensesBooks, field trips, placements, computer and laboratory equipment, photocopying and printing all contribute to the cost of study. Some help is available: JCU Bookshops in Cairns and Townsville offer student discounts on textbooks; and the Student Association has discount arrangements with computer suppliers and other retailers, see: www.jcu.edu.au/studentassocResearch students are expected to own their own laptops.

Living costs

You will need to consider costs for accommodation, food, transport and miscellaneous items. Living costs in northern Queensland are generally lower than those in larger metropolitan areas.

International students

International students pay international tuition fees for both coursework and research programs. International applicants should refer to page 69 for enrolment and financial information.

Subject Prefix Subject Discipline Cost per 3-credit point subject

Cost per full-time year

AT Anatomy and Histology $2,265 $18,120

BC Biochemistry $2,475 $19,800

BM Biomedical Science $2,475 $19,800

CH Chemistry $2,475 $19,800

DS Dentistry $4,500 $36,000

GG GeneticsandGenomics $2,475 $19,800

HS* Health Science $2,265 $18,120

MD Medicine TBA TBA

MI Microbiology $2,475 $19,800

ML Medical Laboratory Science $2,475 $19,800

MX Medical Extensions $2,475 $19,800

NS* Nursing Science $1,755 $14,040

OT Occupational Therapy $2,265 $18,120

PC Pharmacy $2,265 $18,120

PP Physiology and Pharmacology $2,475 $19,800

PS Physiotherapy $2,265 $18,120

RH Rehabilitation Sciences $2,265 $18,120

SL Speech Pathology $2,265 $18,120

SP Sport and Exercise Science $2,265 $18,120

TM Public Health and Tropical Medicine $2,265 $18,120

TV Veterinary Science TBA TBA

* Tuition fees for some subjects in these disciplines will vary from fee indicated.

2012 Postgraduate tuition fees


Assistance for coursework studentsTuition-fee paying students

Australian citizens and permanent humanitarian visa holders can defer payment of their tuition fees by requesting FEE-HELP assistance.

These students can borrow up to the FEE-HELP limit to pay tuition fees over their lifetime. From 1 January 2011 students in medicine, dentistry or veterinary science have a limit of $108,029; the limit for all other courses is $86,422.

This loan is repaid through the taxation system once your income reaches an annual threshold. In the 2010-11 financial year, this was $44,911. FEE-HELP isinterest-freeandGST-free,and CPI indexed annually.

You must submit a Request for FEE-HELP assistance form, available online, before the census date for your subject/s and provide a valid tax file number. Further information on FEE-HELP is available from the Commonwealth Government’sGoingtoUniwebsite – www.goingtouni.gov.auTuition-fee paying students may also be entitled to a tax deduction, even if you defer payment, if there is a direct connection between your study and work at the time the expense was incurred. Call the Tax Office on 13 28 61 for further advice.

New Zealand citizens and permanent non-humanitarian visa holders are not eligible for FEE-HELP.

Commonwealth supported students

If you are offered a Commonwealth supported place and you are an Australian citizen or permanent humanitarian visa holder,

you can defer paying your student contribution amount with a HECS-HELP loan.

The loan is repaid through the taxation system once your income reaches a threshold. In the 2010-11 financial year, this was $44,911. HECS-HELP loans areinterest-freeandGST-free,although CPI indexed annually.

You must submit a Request for Commonwealth support and HECS-HELP form, available online, before enrolling in your subject/s and provide a valid tax file number.

Further information on HECS-HELP is available from the Commonwealth Government’sGoingtoUniwebsite – see Further info.

Although New Zealand citizens and permanent non-humanitarian visa holders may have a Commonwealth supported place and must complete a Request for Commonwealth support and HECS-HELP form before enrolling, they are not eligible for HECS-HELP.

For further information on Commonwealth Supported places, visit http://www.jcu.edu.au/student/fees/dcs/index.htm

Assistance for research studentsAustralian postgraduate research students at JCU are Commonwealth assisted. This includes Australian citizens and permanent residents.

Research students can also access scholarships and grants. Two significant scholarships for research students at JCU are:

• AustralianPostgraduateAward(APA), for Australian students only

• JamesCookUniversityPostgraduate Research Scholarship, available to Australian and international students.

These assist with general living costs for full-time or part-time students. In 2011 these scholarship for full time students is valued at $22,500 annually - see panel below for closing dates.

JCU’s Scholarships site also gives details of postgraduate scholarships and provides links to a range of external organisations that fund research – see Further info.

International studentsInternational postgraduate students may be able to access some scholarships for research and coursework programs. See Information for International Students opposite.

Financial assistanceFind out how you can defer paying your tuition fees and what scholarships and assistance might be available.

Further infoVisit the Current Students site for enrolment and financial information. www.jcu.edu.au/studentOr contact our Student Enquiry Centre Freecall (within Australia) 1800 246 446 <[email protected]> <[email protected]>

JCU Graduate Research School (07) 4781 5861 <[email protected]> www.jcu.edu.au/grsScholarships JCU’s Scholarships website www.jcu.edu.au/scholarshipsJASON is a database of research scholarships www.jason.edu.auCommonwealth Government Information about FEE-HELP, HECS-HELP, student contributions, student learning entitlement, plus frequently asked questions are availableattheGoingtoUnisite: www.goingtouni.gov.au


Information for international studentsThere are more than 5,000 international students studying at James Cook University from over 100 different countries.

James Cook International should be your first point of contact if you are interested in becoming an international student at JCU. James Cook International coordinates information and services including applying to study, accommodation, visas, tuition fees, overseas student health care cover and general welfare.

Entry requirementsCoursework programsThe minimum academic entry requirement for a postgraduate coursework degree at JCU is normally successful completion of study equivalent to an Australian bachelor degree. However, some postgraduate coursework degrees will consider work experience if students do not have a bachelor degree. Some programs have additional requirements, such as work experience or high academic achievement. Contact James Cook International, see Further info, for specific entry requirements or visit www.jcu.edu.au/courses and search for the course you are interested in.

Research programsThe minimum entry level requirement for Doctoral (PhD) or Masters (Research) degrees at JCU is successful completion of the equivalent of a 4-year Australian bachelor degree with Honours in an appropriate discipline, or an Australian Masters (Coursework) degree with at least a 50 per cent research component. JCU also offers Research Methods pathways if your previous research experience is limited. Contact James Cook International for more details.

English language requirementsInternational students must provide evidence of English proficiency if English is not their first language. English proficiency can be demonstrated by achieving a score in a test such as Academic IELTS (International English Language Testing System ) or TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language). Other English language tests may also be accepted as proof of English language proficiency. Additionally, students who have successfully completed two years of full-time study in which the language of instruction was English may satisfy the English language requirement. Detailed information about English language requirements for specific courses are available on the JCU International website: www.jcu.edu.au/international/entry

If you meet the academic entry requirements for a course but not the English language entry requirements, you can study English at the JCU English Language Centre before beginning your academic program.

How to applyInternational students can apply online or download application forms for both coursework and research degrees at the JCU International website. Applicants can also contact James Cook International for copies of the forms, or can receive advice and practical assistance with their application by visiting one of JCU’s many authorised international representatives. To see a full list of JCU’s overseas representatives in more than 50 countries, visit www.jcu.edu.au/international/jcurepresentatives

Please note, there is no application fee for postgraduate study at JCU.

Supporting documentationYou should attach certified copies of your qualifications, academic transcripts and proof of English language proficiency (if English is not your native language) with your application. Applicants for postgraduate coursework degrees in marine biology, psychology, public health and tropical medicine courses and all research degree applicants must also provide two completed Academic Referee Report forms, which can be downloaded from the International website.

Academic calendarAcademic calendar and semester start dates are available online at www.jcu.edu.au/international

Study costsInternational tuition fees vary between courses and increase each new calendar year. Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) is a requirement for an Australian student visa and is compulsory for all international students (except Norwegian and Swedish students). International tuition fees and study cost details are available at www.jcu.edu.au/international/fees

Financial assistanceA variety of scholarships and financial aid options are available to postgraduate students, including highly competitive scholarships to students commencing research degrees at Masters or Doctoral level. Additionally, many students are eligible for financial aid or loans through organisations or programs set up in their home country. Scholarship and financial aid information is available at www.jcu.edu.au/international/scholarships and www.jcu.edu.au/grs/scholarships

Visa informationAll international students need to apply for a student visa before commencing their studies. The Department of Immigration and Citizenship website has comprehensive information about how to apply for a student visa at www.immi.gov.au

Further infoTownsville James Cook International Townsville QLD 4811 Australia Tel: + 61 7 4781 5601 Fax: + 61 7 4781 5988 <[email protected]> www.jcu.edu.au/international

Cairns James Cook International Cairns QLD 4870 Australia Tel: + 61 7 4042 1438 Fax: + 61 7 4042 1580 <[email protected]> www.jcu.edu.au/international

Singapore James Cook University 600 Upper Thomson Road Singapore 574421 Tel: +65 6576 6833 Fax: +65 6455 2833 <[email protected] > www.jcu.edu.sg

Brisbane James Cook University 349 Queen Street Brisbane QLD 4000 Australia Tel: + 61 7 3001 7800 Fax: + 61 7 3001 7899 < [email protected]> www.jcub.edu.au


Index of postgraduate study areas Advanced Nursing Practice see Nursing 27

Aeromedical Retrieval see Public Health & Tropical Medicine 46

Animal Science (see also Research p.132) 56

Biochemistry see Biomedical Sciences - Applied Science Programs 57

Biomedical Sciences (see also Research p.132) 57

Biomedical Sciences – Applied Science Programs 57

Chemistry see Biomedical sciences - Applied Science Programs 57

Clinical Education see Medicine 20

Development Practice see Science & Engineering booklet

Disaster and Refugee Health see Public Health & Tropical Medicine 46

Exercise Physiology (Clinical) 44

Family Therapy and Counselling see Arts, Education & Social Sciences booklet

Health Promotion see Public Health and Tropical Medicine 47

Immunology see Biomedical Sciences - Applied Science Programs 57

Infection Control see Public Health & Tropical Medicine 47

Medicine (see also Research p.95) 20

Clinical Education 20

Primary Health Care Research 20

Rural and Remote Medicine 21

Mental Health Practice see Arts, Education & Social Sciences booklet

Microbiology see Biomedical Sciences - Applied Science Programs 57

Midwifery 26

Nursing 27

Advanced Nursing Practice 27

Nurse Practitioner 27

Nursing Leadership 27

Nursing Science (Advanced Clinical Practice) 27

Nursing Science (Cardiac Nursing) 27

Nursing Science (Care of the Older Adult) 27

Nursing Science (Clinical Teaching) 27

Nursing Science (Intensive Care) 27

Nursing Science (Neonatal Care) 27

Nursing Science (Perioperative Care) 27

Nursing Science (Renal Nursing) 27

Nursing Science (Specialist Paediatric Care) 27

Postgraduate Diploma of Nursing 27

Nursing Studies 27 Nursing Doctorates 27

Nursing Science see Research 34

Occupational Therapy (see also Research p.124) 44

Allied Health Sciences 44

Occupational Therapy Masters 44 Soft Tissue Injury 44

Pharmaceutical Public Health 38

Pharmacy see Research 39

Physiotherapy (see also Research p.124) 53

Primary Health Care Research see Medicine 20

Psychology see Arts, Education & Social Sciences booklet

Public Health and Tropical Medicine 44

Aeromedical Retrieval 44

Disaster and Refugee Health 44

Health Promotion 44

Infection Control 44

Public Health 44

Public Health Doctorates 44

Public Health and Tropical Medicine 44

Travel Medicine 44

Tropical Medicine and Hygiene 44

Research Sections see below

Medicine and Dentistry 23

Nursing, Midwifery and Nutrition 34

Pharmacy and Molecular Sciences 38

Public Health, Tropical Medicine and Rehabilitation Sciences 51

Veterinary and Biomedical Sciences 59

Rehabilitation Physiotherapy see Physiotherapy 45

Rural and Remote Medicine see Medicine 21

Soft Tissue Injury see Occupational Therapy 44

Speech Pathology see Research 53

Sport and Exercise Science see Research 53

Travel Medicine see Public Health and Tropical Medicine 44

Tropical Animal Science see Animal Science 56

Tropical Medicine and Hygiene see Public Health and Tropical Medicine 46

Tropical Veterinary Science see Veterinary Science 59

Veterinary Science (see also Research p.132) 59


Cohort Doctoral Studies Program

The Faculty of Medicine, Health and Molecular Sciences at James Cook University is pioneering a Cohort Doctoral Studies Program, one of the first of its kind in Australia.

Support for your researchThe program is designed to support and nurture doctoral students through their studies by providing workshops, seminars, coursework, peer learning facilitation and writing workshops in a cohort model where students commence and progress through their program as a group.

Although students may undertake different pathways through the program, all will complete either a PhD or professional doctorate.

Students will benefit from:

• an experienced academic mentor

• peer support

• greater contact with academic staff

• a reduced sense of isolation

• travel grants.

Who can apply?We are seeking expressions of interest from potential candidates to commence the program.

The program is aimed at professionals working in areas of medicine, health (including nursing, rehabilitation sciences, and health promotion), chemistry, and biomedical, molecular or veterinary sciences.

Previous experience in research or research qualifications are not necessary although applicants who cannot demonstrate research expertise will be required to successfully complete a bridging program.

Candidates are expected to show evidence of support from their employer to undertake the program if the candidate is employed full-time. Candidates in full time employment are recommended to seek a research project closely related to their field of work.

How you will studyStudents may enrol full or part-time and can be located remotely from JCU campuses. The program will be offered in block mode where candidates need only attend campus for one-week periods once or twice each semester.

Travel grantsTravel grants are available to support students to attend on-campus activities. Electronic support will be in place for students outside of block teaching periods.

Fast-track your doctoral studies in a supportive environment with mentoring, peer support and professional development opportunities.

ContactsAcademic enquiries Dr Melissa Crowe Associate Dean of Research Training Cohort Doctoral Studies Program Senior Research Fellow, Faculty of Medicine, Health and Molecular Sciences James Cook University <[email protected]> Tel: (07) 4781 5610 Fax: (07) 4781 6688

Administration enquiriesChristine Teitzel Faculty Administration Officer Faculty of Medicine, Health and Molecular Sciences Tel: (07) 4781 6964 Fax: (07) 4781 4655 <[email protected]>


For definitions of courses, see Postgraduate Pathways on page 18.

Advanced standing – subjects completed at another university or education provider which may count as credit towards subjects in a JCU degree. Also referred to as a ‘credit’.

Australian student – an Australian citizen or permanent humanitarian visa holder.

Award – a degree, diploma or certificate from JCU’s approved list of awards.

Bachelor degree – the first level of study at university, typically requiring three to four years of full-time study.

Block mode – subjects offered in block mode require attendance at classes conducted in block teaching sessions; for example, over three consecutive weekends.

Census date – the date on which a student’s enrolment in a subject is taken to be finalised and when tuition fees must be paid.

Commonwealth supported place – a higher education place for which theCommonwealthGovernmentmakes a contribution towards the cost of the student’s education.

Course – a combination of subjects required to satisfy the requirements of an award (certificate, diploma or degree).

Course coordinator – an academic who oversees the teaching of a course.

Coursework program – a postgraduate course in which at least two thirds of the content comprises coursework subjects (i.e. not research).

Credit – See ‘advanced standing’.

Credit point – each subject has a credit point value, with most having a value of three credit points. Credit points are shown in the subject code as the last two numbers, for example TM5512:03 Travel Medicine has three credit points.

CRICOS code – indicates a course offered to international students in Australia is registered with the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students (CRICOS).

Degree – a university award at bachelor, master or doctoral level.

Discipline – an area of study.

Elective subjects – subjects that are not core subjects of an award but which may be studied and credited towards the award.

External mode – subjects and courses offered by flexible delivery (online and/or print materials) which do not require on-campus attendance for classes. There may, however, be professional placements or some on-campus workshop requirements.

Faculty – the organisation of several schools into an academic area responsible for the administration of courses.

FEE-HELP – a loan given to eligible fee-paying students to help pay part or all of their tuition fees.

Fee-paying student – a student who pays tuition fees and is not Commonwealth supported.

Full-time student – a normal full-time enrolment is 24 credit points, or eight 3-credit point subjects, per academic year.

GPA – a statistic indicating the success of a student in tertiary studies (grade point average).

Graduates – those who receive an award following the completion of a defined course of study.

HECS-HELP – a loan available to eligible students enrolled in Commonwealth-supported places that covers all or part of the student contribution amount.

Honours – an undergraduate award at a higher level of study which usually contains a research component.

International student – a student who is not an Australian citizen, permanent resident or New Zealand citizen. Temporary residents of Australia are also classified as international.

Joint masters – an award involving the combination of two coursework masters. These can be completed in less time than completing the courses separately.

Major – an approved sequence of subjects in a discipline leading to a specialisation, for example, Master of Information Technology (E-Business).

Mode – the delivery method for a course or subject, for example: internal, external, block mode, or limited attendance.

Part-time student – a student enrolled in less than 18 credit points (usually less than six 3-credit point subjects) in one academic year.

Prerequisite subject – a subject or condition which must be successfully completed before a later subject can be studied.

Professional doctorate – a postgraduate award that can be coursework or research, which enables professionals to improve their professional practice through research and coursework conducted in a professional setting.

Research higher degree – postgraduate research degrees including research Masters and PhD.

Research qualifying course – courses that incorporate a research component and enable entry to research higher degree programs. At JCU these are known as Research Methods Courses.

Research Training Scheme (RTS) – Commonwealth funding (for a defined duration) for Australian research higher degree students.

School – a sub-faculty academic unit, usually containing several related academic disciplines.

Student contribution – the amount per subject/credit point that all Commonwealth supported students must pay as a contribution towards the costs of their university education.

Study period – subjects at JCU are offered over 11 designated study periods. Each study period has a designated start, finish and census date.

Subject code – each JCU subject has a six-character subject code, followed by a colon and the credit point value of the subject.

Subject – a discrete portion of a course, identified by a code, title and credit point value.

Teaching period – the academic year at JCU is divided into two teaching periods (formerly known as semesters). Teaching Period 1 comprises the first 6 months of the year. Teaching Period 2 comprises the second six months of the year.

JCU terminologyDefinitions of some common JCU terms.

This publication is intended as a general guide. Information is correct at the time of printing. Prospective students should contact the University to confirm admission requirements and the availability of the courses. James Cook University reserves the right to alter any course or admission requirement without prior notice. It is the responsibility of students to confirm the specific details of courses, subjects and enrolment. All costs quoted in Australian dollars (A$).

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* Please note, this listing is correct at the time of printing but is subject to change. Some new courses may be waiting for approval for Commonwealth supported places. Check with our Student Enquiry Centre staff for confirmation.

Commonwealth supported places – affordable postgraduate studyHECS-HELP loans are available for the following coursework programs* at JCU in areas of national significance.ARTS, EDUCATION, PSYCHOLOGY and SOCIAL SCIENCESGraduate Certificate• GraduateCertficateofCareerDevelopment

• GraduateCertificateofEducation(TertiaryTeaching)

• GraduateCertificateofEducationforSustainability


Postgraduate Certificate• PostgraduateCertificateofClinicalPsychology

• PostgraduateCertificateofEducation

• PostgraduateCertificateofFamilyTherapyandCounselling

• PostgraduateCertificateofForensicPsychology

• PostgraduateCertificateofMentalHealthPractice

Graduate Diploma• GraduateDiplomaofEducation

• GraduateDiplomaofSocialScience

Postgraduate Diploma• PostgraduateDiplomaofClinicalPsychology

• PostgraduateDiplomaofForensicPsychology

• PostgraduateDiplomaofGeropsychology

• PostgraduateDiplomaofPsychology

• PostgraduateDiplomaofResearchMethods

Master by coursework• MasterofEducation

• MasterofGuidanceandCounselling

• MasterofPsychology

• MasterofSocialScience

• MasterofSocialWork(ProfessionalQualifying)

Doctor by coursework• DoctorofPsychology

LAW, BUSINESS and TOURISMGraduate Certificate• GraduateCertificateofInformationTechnology


Graduate Diploma• GraduateDiplomaofInformationTechnology

Postgraduate Diploma• PostgraduateDiplomaofResearchMethods

Master by coursework• MasterofInformationTechnology

• MasterofInformationTechnology-Extended

MEDICINE, HEALTH and MOLECULAR SCIENCESGraduate Certificate• GraduateCertificateofBiomedicalSciences

• GraduateCertificateofPrimary HealthCareResearch


Postgraduate Certificate• PostgraduateCertificateofAeromedicalRetrieval

• PostgraduateCertificateofAlliedHealthSciences

• PostgraduateCertificateofClinicalEducation

• PostgraduateCertificateofDisasterandRefugeeHealth

• PostgraduateCertificateofHealthPromotion

• PostgraduateCertificateofInfectionControl

• PostgraduateCertificateofNursingScience(AdvancedClinicalPractice)

• PostgraduateCertificateofNursingScience(CardiacNursing)

• PostgraduateCertificateofNursingScience(CareoftheOlderAdult)

• PostgraduateCertificateofNursingScience(ClinicalTeaching)

• PostgraduateCertificateofNursingScience(IntensiveCare)

• PostgraduateCertificateofNursingScience(NeonatalCare)

• PostgraduateCertificateofNursingScience(PerioperativeCare)

• PostgraduateCertificateofNursingScience(RenalNursing)

• PostgraduateCertificateofNursingScience(SpecialistPaediatricCare)

• PostgraduateCertificateofPublicHealth

• PostgraduateCertificateofRehabilitation (Physiotherapy)

• PostgraduateCertificateofSoftTissueInjury

• PostgraduateCertificateofTravelMedicine

Graduate Diploma• GraduateDiplomaofBiomedicalSciences

• GraduateDiplomaofExercisePhysiology(Clinical)

Postgraduate Diploma• PostgraduateDiplomaofHealthPromotion

• PostgraduateDiplomaofMidwifery

• PostgraduateDiplomaofNursing

• PostgraduateDiplomaofPublicHealthandTropicalMedicine

• PostgraduateDiplomaofRehabilitation (Physiotherapy)


• PostgraduateDiplomaofRuralandRemoteMedicine

• PostgraduateDiplomaofTropicalMedicineandHygiene

Master by coursework• MasterofAdvancedNursingPractice

• MasterofBiomedicalSciences

• MasterofMidwifery(EndorsedMidwife)

• MasterofNursing(NursePractitioner)

• MasterofNursingLeadership

• MasterofNursingStudies

• MasterofOccupationalTherapy

• MasterofPharmaceuticalPublicHealth

• MasterofPublicHealth

• MasterofPublicHealthandTropicalMedicine

• MasterofRehabilitation(Physiotherapy)

• MasterofRuralandRemoteMedicine

Doctor by coursework• DoctorofPublicHealthStudies

SCIENCE and ENGINEERINGGraduate Certificate• GraduateCertificateofAstronomy

• GraduateCertificateofBiotechnology


• GraduateCertificateofScience

Graduate Diploma• GraduateDiplomaofAstronomy

• GraduateDiplomaofBiotechnology


Postgraduate Diploma• PostgraduateDiplomaofResearchMethods

Master by coursework• MasterofAstronomy

• MineralsGeoscienceMasters

• MasterofScience(CW)

Master by research• MasterofPhilosophy(Science)

• MasterofPhilosophy(Engineering)

Doctor by research• DoctorofPhilosophy(Science)

Research Methods Courses• GraduateCertificateofResearchMethods


Contact JCUCourse enquiriesJCU Student Enquiry Centre1800 246 446 freecall within [email protected]@jcu.edu.au

Research enquiriesJCU Graduate Research School(07) 4781 [email protected]

International student enquiriesJCU International Student CentreTel: (07) 4781 5601Fax: (07) 4781 [email protected]/international

JCU main campus locationsTownsvillePostal: Townsville QLD 4811Location: Angus Smith Drive, DouglasTel: (07) 4781 5255Fax: (07) 4781 4644

CairnsPostal: PO Box 6811Cairns QLD 4870Location: McGregor Road, SmithfieldTel: (07) 4042 1000Fax: (07) 4042 1128

Singapore600 Upper Thomson RoadSingapore 574421Tel: +65 6576 6833Fax: +65 6455 2833

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