Master of Medicine (Child & Adolescent Health)

Possess a recognised medical degree (MBBS or equivalent) or equivalent qualification.

Meet the University’s admission requirements (which may include English language proficiency for international students).

Likely: demonstrate clinical/practical experience as a practising clinician (depending on stream) — although explicit experience criteria may vary.

The Master of Medicine (Child & Adolescent Health) at the University of Sydney is designed to equip medical practitioners with advanced knowledge and decision-making skills in paediatric and adolescent healthcare. The curriculum covers evidence‐based practice, clinical epidemiology, ethics in paediatric medicine, and child & adolescent health issues spanning from newborns to adolescents. Students complete core units (such as Introduction to Clinical Epidemiology and Evidence & Ethics in Paediatric Medicine) and stream-specific units focusing on specialities within child and adolescent health. The programme is delivered in a flexible format suitable for busy clinicians, often online or with intensive blocks, enabling them to integrate study with professional practice. Upon completion, graduates are positioned to enhance their clinical practice, lead improvements in child health services and potentially move into higher degrees or leadership roles.

1. Check eligibility: ensure you hold a recognised medical degree and meet English proficiency (if applicable).
2. Review course entry requirements and gather documents: degree certificate, transcripts, proof of registration (if required), CV/resume, English test scores (if needed).
3. Submit an online application via the University of Sydney’s postgraduate admissions portal for the Master of Medicine (Child & Adolescent Health).
4. Selection based on academic merit and suitability; shortlisted applicants may be evaluated.
5. Offer issued by the university; accept the offer, enrol in the programme and commence study.