Master of Health Professions Education - Thesis and Coursework
Program Overview
The Master of Health Professions Education - Thesis and Coursework program empowers healthcare professionals to enhance their teaching and research skills in health professions education. This postgraduate degree focuses on developing research capabilities, allowing students to critique existing literature, design assessment tools, and conduct educational research projects. The program's flexible structure accommodates working professionals, with delivery encompassing face-to-face sessions, online learning, and intensive short courses.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Master of Health Professions Education - Thesis and Coursework is a postgraduate degree designed for health professionals who want to develop their knowledge and skills in health professional education. The program focuses on developing research skills in health professions education, extending students beyond the Graduate Certificate and Diploma levels.
Objectives:
The program aims to equip graduates with the knowledge and skills to:
- Apply educational principles and theories to facilitate teaching and learning in health-related contexts.
- Design and critique assessment tools used in the education of health professionals.
- Apply the principles of research design, including the ability to critique relevant health professions-related educational literature.
- Apply skills in educational research through an educational research project.
Teaching:
- The program is delivered through a combination of face-to-face teaching and online learning.
- Some units are also available as intensive short courses.
- The School is supported by its world-class research programs and industry collaborations.
Careers:
Graduates of this program have forged exciting careers as:
- Health Professions Educator
- Education Researcher
- Staff Development Educator
- Medical Educator
- Clinical Educator
Other:
- The Master of Health Professions Education is designed so students can balance their work and studies.
- The program is flexible and allows students to study full-time or part-time.
- The program is designed to suit a range of health professionals.
- Students are able to pursue in-depth research in a particular area of interest.
- The program emphasizes the importance of inter-professional collaboration, teaching assessment, and feedback strategies.
The University of Western Australia
Overview:
The University of Western Australia (UWA) is a leading research-intensive university located in Perth, Western Australia. It is renowned for its high-quality teaching, strong research output, and commitment to graduate employability. UWA is consistently ranked among the top 100 universities globally and is the number one university in Western Australia for graduate employability.
Services Offered:
UWA offers a wide range of services to its students, including:
Academic support:
Tutoring, workshops, and study skills resources.Career services:
Career counselling, job search assistance, and internship opportunities.Student wellbeing:
Mental health support, counselling, and health services.Accommodation:
On-campus and off-campus housing options.Sports and fitness:
Access to state-of-the-art facilities and a variety of sports clubs.Clubs and societies:
A vibrant student community with numerous clubs and societies catering to diverse interests.Study abroad and exchange:
Opportunities to study at universities around the world.Student Life and Campus Experience:
UWA provides a dynamic and engaging campus experience for its students. The university boasts a beautiful campus with modern facilities, green spaces, and a strong sense of community. Students can participate in a wide range of activities, including:
Social events:
Concerts, festivals, and other social gatherings.Sporting events:
Supporting the university's sports teams.Volunteer opportunities:
Contributing to the local community.Cultural events:
Art exhibitions, theatre performances, and music concerts.Key Reasons to Study There:
World-class education:
UWA offers a high-quality education with a focus on research and innovation.Excellent employability:
Graduates from UWA are highly sought after by employers.Vibrant campus life:
A diverse and engaging student community with numerous opportunities for personal and professional development.Beautiful campus:
A picturesque campus with modern facilities and green spaces.Strong research focus:
UWA is a leading research university with a strong commitment to innovation.Academic Programs:
UWA offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across various disciplines, including:
Arts and Humanities:
History, Literature, Philosophy, Languages, and more.Science and Engineering:
Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Engineering, and more.Business and Economics:
Accounting, Finance, Marketing, Economics, and more.Health Sciences:
Medicine, Dentistry, Nursing, Pharmacy, and more.Law:
Juris Doctor, Bachelor of Laws, and other law programs.Other:
UWA is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive campus community. The university has a strong focus on Indigenous education and research, and offers a range of programs and support services for Indigenous students. UWA also has a strong international presence, with students from over 100 countries studying at the university.
Entry Requirements:
To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have—(a) the degree of Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery or Doctor of Medicine from this University, or equivalent as recognised by UWA; or(b) a Bachelor of Dental Science or Doctor of Dental Medicine, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA;(c)(i)a bachelor's degree in a health, biomedical, or biological sciences related discipline from this University or another recognised institution; and(ii) in the case of graduates from a three-year undergraduate degree course, at least one year of professional experience; or(c) completed the Graduate Certificate in Health Professional/Professions Education or the Graduate Diploma in Health Professional/Professions Education from this University with the equivalent of at least 70 per cent in all core units This course has higher ELC requirements. Applicants presenting with the IELTS Academic require an overall score of at least 7.0 and no band less than 6.5.
