Postgraduate - Edith Cowan University

analyse literature and contemporary issues, and manage the
emerging trends in practice. The course has been designed for
practising clinicians with a focus on application of knowledge into
the clinical situation.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Applicants require a medical degree from a recognised institution.
COURSE LOCATION
This course is available on Churchlands, and Joondalup
Campuses.
MODE OF STUDY
This course is available by Full-time, or Part-time mode.
MODE OF DELIVERY
This course is available in the following mode of delivery - Offcampus.
COURSE STRUCTURE
Students will complete a total of 180 credit points (nine units) as
per the below course structure:
STAGE 1
FAM5101 Family Medicine: Practice and Principles 1 20
FAM5102 Family Medicine: Practice and Principles 2 20
Elective unit
Successful completion of Stage 1 results in eligibility to exit with a
Post Graduate Certificate of Family Medicine.
STAGE 2
MMP5101 Evidence Based Practice 20
FAM6102 Medicine: Principles of Applied Research 20
FAM6203 Medicine: Applied Research Project 20
Successful completion of Stage 2 results in eligibility to exit with a
Post Graduate Diploma of Family Medicine.
STAGE 3
MHP5101 Master Health Project 20
or Elective unit
MHP5202 Master Health Project 20
or Elective unit
Elective unit
Suggested electives in geriatric medicine, preventive health,
palliative care, men's health, occupational medicine and sexual
health units.
MASTER OF GERIATRIC MEDICINE
Course Code M45
INTRODUCTION
With increasing lifespans and a rapidly increasing population
across the globe, quality of life and health in ageing becomes
paramount. The Master of Geriatric Medicine equips medical
practitioners with the knowledge and skills to provide high quality
and contemporary care for the older person.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Applicants require a medical degree from a recognised institution.
COURSE LOCATION
This course is available on Churchlands, and Joondalup
Campuses.
MODE OF STUDY
This course is available by Full-time, or Part-time mode.
MODE OF DELIVERY
This course is available in the following mode of delivery - Offcampus.
COURSE STRUCTURE
Students will complete a total of nine units as per the below
course structure:
STAGE 1
GME5101 Geriatric Medicine 1: An Overview 20
GME5102 Geriatric Medicine 2: Common Syndromes 1 20
PRH5107 Preventative Medicine # 20
Successful completion of Stage 1 results in eligibility to exit with a
Post Graduate Certificate of Geriatric Medicine.
STAGE 2
MMP5101 Evidence Based Practice 20
GME5103 Geriatric Medicine 3: Common Syndromes 2 20
GME5104 Geriatric Medicine 4: Clinical Management 1 20
Successful completion of Stage 2 results in eligibility to exit with a
Post Graduate Diploma of Geriatric Medicine.
STAGE 3
MHP5101 Master Health Project 20
or Elective unit
MHP5202 Master Health Project 20
or Elective unit
Elective unit
# or electives in preventive health, palliative care and family
medicine.
MASTER OF MEN'S HEALTH AND
ANDROLOGY
Course Code M49
INTRODUCTION
The Master of Men’s Health and Andrology has been developed
for medical practitioners seeking to understand and respond to the
unique health needs of men. In the context of globally improved
health outcomes and greater life expectancy, this course will assist
practitioners to provide better access to care for men, facilitate the
participation of men in their preventive healthcare and improve
quality of life.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Applicants require a medical degree from a recognised institution
or previous achievement of the Postgraduate Diploma of Men's
Health and Andrology.
MODE OF STUDY
This course is available by Full-time, or Part-time mode.
MODE OF DELIVERY
This course is available in the following mode of delivery - Offcampus.
COURSE STRUCTURE
Students will complete a total of 180 credit points(nine
units) as listed below:
STAGE 1
MMP5101 Evidence Based Practice 20
PRH5101 Men's Health and Prevention 20
PRH5111 Introduction to Andrology * 20
110 ECU Postgraduate Course Guide 2008