Entry to postgraduate coursework programs as a minimum requires a Bachelors degree or equivalent qualification from an approved institution as a qualification for entry. Some of the graduate certificates and graduate diplomas that are offered may be accepted as qualifying work for entry to a Masters program, or as professional qualifications in their own right.
The Master of Counselling and Psychotherapy provides a professional qualification for people who wish to become ethically aware, research-informed and clinically effective counsellors. The degree offers students the chance to develop the personal and professional wisdom that will help them to transform the lives of others and enjoy a rewarding career in counselling.
The degree delivers a current theoretical foundation and the opportunity to develop practical skills through hands-on experiential learning. Lecturers are accredited practitioners with experience in their fields, and students participate in small group workshops to practise and improve key skills through case-based learning. Students gain a core understanding of CBT, grief, mindfulness, attachment theory and ethical practice in the first year, and in second year can tailor their studies to their interests via a range of electives and by choosing to undertake either a clinical or research pathway.
On graduating, students will be prepared to help individuals, couples, families and communities find solutions for emotional, mental and lifestyle issues in a broad range of areas including youth work, relationship counselling, group therapy, school counselling, return-to-work counselling and private practice. Graduates of the clinical pathway can register as an intern with the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA) and after further clinical experience can apply for full registration. Graduates of the research pathway are prepared for PhD study.
Entry to postgraduate coursework programs as a minimum requires a Bachelors degree or equivalent qualification from an approved institution as a qualification for entry. Some of the graduate certificates and graduate diplomas that are offered may be accepted as qualifying work for entry to a Masters program, or as professional qualifications in their own right.
The Master of Business Research is designed for graduates of a business coursework masters degree who wish to undertake research leading to a PhD. Completion of this program satisfies the entry requirements for a higher degree by research.
The program aims to provide students with a first exposure to the research skills required to undertake any academic research project, and includes teaching in research methodologies and discipline specialisation. A dissertation comprises 30% of the program.
Entry to postgraduate coursework programs as a minimum requires a Bachelors degree or equivalent qualification from an approved institution as a qualification for entry. Some of the graduate certificates and graduate diplomas that are offered may be accepted as qualifying work for entry to a Masters program, or as professional qualifications in their own right.
The Master of Clinical Nursing is aimed at graduates who have completed a three-year undergraduate degree in another discipline and who wish to develop a rewarding career as a Registered Nurse.
Structured over two years of full-time study, this intensive degree offers students the chance to cultivate the professional knowledge, skills and attitudes that will underpin their future careers in nursing. Classes are taught in small groups with a diverse cohort of students and offer a case based learning approach to anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology and pharmacology, as well as professional standards and ethics. Comprehensive and compulsory clinical placements in hospital and community settings provide an insight into the various specialisations available, and enable students to develop the critical thinking and awareness required to practise safely and confidently after graduation.
The Master of Clinical Nursing is accredited by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) and successful completion of the degree allows graduates to gain a professional qualification and practice as a Registered Nurse in Australia and in most countries around the world. Graduates are prepared for roles in a variety of hospital and community settings in acute care, aged care, mental health, community, rural and speciality areas; as well as in health promotion and aid organisations.
Entry to postgraduate coursework programs as a minimum requires a Bachelors degree or equivalent qualification from an approved institution as a qualification for entry. Some of the graduate certificates and graduate diplomas that are offered may be accepted as qualifying work for entry to a Masters program, or as professional qualifications in their own right.
The Master of Biotechnology (Biomedical Science) is an innovative two-year postgraduate program of 48 units.
The curriculum is based on the clear convergence and rapid development of technology platforms in biotechnology, and the maturing of the sector to span discovery, research and development activities.
The program has an experimental focus and exposes students to individual technology platforms as well as developing competitive laboratory and research skills. Students will also be exposed to the many interlinked issues in contemporary biotechnology research; translation and development including compliance and regulatory issues; high throughput screening; project management, team skill development and exploitation.
Specialist biotechnology course content will focus on biomedical research and applications.
Entry to postgraduate coursework programs as a minimum requires a Bachelors degree or equivalent qualification from an approved institution as a qualification for entry. Some of the graduate certificates and graduate diplomas that are offered may be accepted as qualifying work for entry to a Masters program, or as professional qualifications in their own right.
Plant Biotechnology has a strong emphasis on understanding plant form and function from molecular, genetic and bio-chemical perspectives.
The program extends this understanding from fundamental science to applications in plant production, human and animal health, biofuels, and ultimately to regulation and commercialisation of plant biotechnology.
The program is designed as a series of short courses, integrating scientific communication, critical thinking, problem solving and bioinformatics into the curriculum.
Entry to postgraduate coursework programs as a minimum requires a Bachelors degree or equivalent qualification from an approved institution as a qualification for entry. Some of the graduate certificates and graduate diplomas that are offered may be accepted as qualifying work for entry to a Masters program, or as professional qualifications in their own right.
Plant Biotechnology has a strong emphasis on understanding plant form and function from molecular, genetic and bio-chemical perspectives.
The program extends this understanding from fundamental science to applications in plant production, human and animal health, biofuels, and ultimately to regulation and commercialisation of plant biotechnology.
The program is designed as a series of short courses, integrating scientific communication, critical thinking, problem solving and bioinformatics into the curriculum.
Entry to postgraduate coursework programs as a minimum requires a Bachelors degree or equivalent qualification from an approved institution as a qualification for entry. Some of the graduate certificates and graduate diplomas that are offered may be accepted as qualifying work for entry to a Masters program, or as professional qualifications in their own right.
The University of Adelaide’s Master of Business Administration (MBA) program is widely recognised for its high quality and rigour, equipping students with lifelong skills in leadership. Within an interactive face-to-face environment conducive to adult learning, courses provide learning experiences in a variety of teaching formats.
The Adelaide MBA program emphasises the development of the ability to:
■understand the functional interrelationships between different parts of an organisation and the broader interaction of the organisation with its environment
■recognise and act effectively on problems and opportunities confronting an organisation
■coordinate and apply an organisation's financial, physical, technological and human resources in pursuit of important objectives
■understand and communicate effectively with people inside and outside of an organisation
■evaluate current management policies and practices to develop new ways to improve organisational effectiveness
■provide strong leadership
Entry to postgraduate coursework programs as a minimum requires a Bachelors degree or equivalent qualification from an approved institution as a qualification for entry. Some of the graduate certificates and graduate diplomas that are offered may be accepted as qualifying work for entry to a Masters program, or as professional qualifications in their own right.
The Master of Arts (Translation and Transcultural Communication) is an inter-disciplinary program designed for students fluent in both Chinese and English seeking a career as a professional translator. The program is approved by the National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters (NAATI). Students who successfully complete the Masters program and achieve the required level of performance in the relevant assessment will be recommended by the University of Adelaide for NAATI Translator accreditation at the professional level. The program provides rigorous training in translation skills whilst fostering intercultural communicative competence, building strength in critical and analytical thinking, research capacity and problem-solving strategies.
Entry to postgraduate coursework programs as a minimum requires a Bachelors degree or equivalent qualification from an approved institution as a qualification for entry. Some of the graduate certificates and graduate diplomas that are offered may be accepted as qualifying work for entry to a Masters program, or as professional qualifications in their own right.
Project Management is a cross-disciplinary field that is vital for innovative activity in organisations and industries. Traditionally Project Management has played an important role in defence, aerospace, construction and engineering. Increasingly, Project Management is being applied in areas such as IT, banking and finance, disaster relief recovery, climate change, telecommunications and mining.
The Master of Applied Project Management (Project Systems) will provide students with the project delivery skills and expertise required to manage large, complex projects whether they are working on emergent projects, operating in dynamic project environments or collaborating across industry sectors. Students will learn scalable Project Management concepts, methodologies and tools based on world’s best practice (PMBOK? Guide and PRINCE2?), and will learn to confidently apply these skills and knowledge to meet professional and organisational goals. (PMBOK? Guide is a trademark of Project Management Institute, Inc.)
