Study
Whether you're preparing to enter medicine or advancing your clinical career, we offer study options to match your goals and experience. From the Melbourne MD to our award programs and short courses, the Department of Medical Education supports learners at every stage — delivered by leaders in medical education, research and clinical practice.
Doctor of Medicine (MD)
Lead the future of medicine with the Melbourne MD.
The Melbourne MD is the University’s flagship medical program — academically rigorous, clinically immersive, and research-informed. Delivered across 10 clinical sites, it supports over 1,400 students each year through expert teaching, hands-on placements, and strong academic support. With built-in flexibility, students can personalise their journey through MD Discovery subjects, research or scholarly pathways, and intercalated study.
MD Flexible Pathways
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MD Discovery
Shape your journey through MD Discovery subjects.
The reimagined Doctor of Medicine (MD) lets you personalise your degree through MD Discovery subjects — explore diverse topics or dive deeper into your future specialty.
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MD-PhD
Train as a clinician and a researcher.
Combining a PhD with your MD may be an excellent option if you are already on your way to a career as a clinician-researcher. Discover the Melbourne MD-PhD pathway today.
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MD-MBiomEng
Where medicine meets engineering.
The MD-Master of Biomedical Engineering program offers a unique opportunity for students with a background in biomedical engineering to fast-track a career as a medically trained engineer.
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MD-MPH
Combine medical training with a public health focus.
The MD–Master of Public Health allows students to complete an MPH between Years 3-4 of the MD. It’s designed for future doctors passionate about prevention, policy and global health.
Clinical Education Program
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Clinical Supervision Short Course
Build your confidence as a clinical supervisor. This fully online, self-paced short course supports supervisors at all stages of experience. You’ll gain practical, evidence-based strategies to enhance your teaching and improve learner outcomes.
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Graduate Certificate in Clinical Education
Develop your skills in clinical teaching and supervision with this flexible, one-year program. Designed for health professionals from any discipline, you'll gain hands-on experience and expert insights in education theory, practice, and research.
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Graduate Diploma in Clinical Education
Take your teaching further in this two-year, part-time program. Deepen your clinical education, research, and leadership skills while learning alongside a diverse, multidisciplinary cohort — all at a pace that suits your career.
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Master of Clinical Education
Step into leadership with this advanced, part-time program for health professionals. Gain recognised expertise in clinical education theory, research, and practice — and make a lasting impact on future generations of health professionals.
Clinical Research Program
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Graduate Certificate of Clinical Research
Build foundational skills to design and conduct clinical research across medical, biomedical, nursing, and allied health fields. This flexible program offers practical experience and expert guidance in research methods, analysis, and ethics.
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Graduate Diploma of Clinical Research
Advance your clinical research career with this two-year, part-time program. Gain practical skills to plan, conduct, and translate research into practice, supported by expert educators.
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Master of Clinical Research
Develop advanced expertise in clinical research through this premier program. Learn from leading experts in the University’s Biomedical Precinct and gain hands-on experience via research projects and industry placements.
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Bachelor of Medical Science (Honours)
Deepen your understanding of evidence-based medicine with this research-intensive honours degree. Developed for international students, the course is delivered within our leading medical school supported by top research institutes
Clinical Leadership Program
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Specialist Certificate in Clinical Leadership
Step into leadership with confidence. This flexible course equips healthcare professionals with the skills to lead teams, influence decision-making, and drive improvement in complex clinical environments — all grounded in real-world, evidence-based practice.
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Intensive Clinical Leadership Short Course
This two-day course equips healthcare professionals with practical leadership skills to drive change, lead teams, and improve outcomes. Apply what you learn immediately and take the next step toward the Specialist Certificate in Clinical Leadership.
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Graduate Certificate in Health Leadership
Lead with confidence in the evolving world of healthcare. This course equips you with the skills to inspire teams, implement evidence-based care, and drive meaningful change across Australia’s healthcare systems.
Doctor of Philosophy in Health Professions Education
Lead change through original research.
Our PhD in Health Professions Education equips graduates to take on leadership in academic and healthcare settings. Candidates develop deep disciplinary knowledge and make a distinct contribution to the field through innovative, community-informed research.
