Graduate Certificate in Scienc - The University

The Graduate Certificate in Science in Medicine (Metabolic Health) is a practical program designed to provide healthcare professionals with a comprehensive understanding of the diagnosis and treatment of metabolic diseases. Led by industry experts, the program uses innovative teaching methods and real-life scenarios to enhance learning. The flexible part-time study option allows for a rapid update of skills and knowledge in this evolving field of clinical practice.

Program Outline

Teaching:

This degree has been developed and will be delivered by local and international leaders in the field of diabetes and metabolic health, with networking opportunities. The latest evidence-based medicine will be taught using innovative teaching methods to enhance the learning experience. Study and discuss 'real-life' health scenarios with like-minded peers through an interactive online learning environment and gain confidence in applying your learning to clinical practice.

Careers:

This course provides advanced postgraduate training for healthcare professionals wishing to understand and manage diabetes, obesity and associated cardiovascular complications in the general population as well as high risk subgroups.

Other:

To qualify for the Graduate Certificate in Science in Medicine (Metabolic Health) students must complete 24 credit points of stream specific units of study. This program is directed by Dr Victoria Rudland. We are a top 20 university globally (QS World University Rankings 2024). 2nd in Australia and 25th globally for medicine (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2023). In a crowded employment market, this degree will signal your knowledge and interest in this rapidly evolving and important area of clinical practice. Compared to the Master of Science in Medicine (Metabolic Health), the Graduate Certificate in Science in Medicine (Metabolic Health) is a shorter qualification that focusses on the stream specific units and is suitable for students looking for a quick way to update their skills and knowledge with the flexibility of part-time study.