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MHSSH CLINICAL MEDICINE STREAM

Obtain the key tools to help prevent and treat a wide range of HIV, STIs and other Sexual Health issues. Our comprehensive program will give you an opportunity to develop your skills in a multidisciplinary, research-rich environment.

Target Audience

  • Recent medical graduates interested in pursuing a career in HIV, STIs and Sexual Health.
  • More established physicians, such as general practitioners, wishing to gain greater knowledge and understanding in these areas.
  • Components of the degree count towards Advanced Training of the Chapter of Sexual Health Medicine of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians.

Learning Pathways

Students may enrol into one of the following:

  • Individual units of study (subject to approval by the unit of study Coordinator)
  • The Masters of HIV, STIs and Sexual Health (MHSSH) - Clinical Medicine stream (48 credit points)
  • The Graduate Diploma in HIV, STIs and Sexual Health (GDipHSSH) - Clinical Medicine stream (36 credit points)
  • A double degree of the MHSSH with a Master of Philosophy (MPhil). Please note this is only available to AusAID-funded students.
  • Students who successfully complete the MHSSH with a Credit grade (or higher) may apply for consideration to enrol into an intercalated MPhil degree program. Those who successfully complete their MPhil may use this as a one year contribution towards a three year PhD program.

Entrance Requirements

A medical degree from a recognised institution

Professional Outcomes

Completion of the MHSSH Clinical Medicine degree will provide graduates with the chance to contribute to the prevention and management of HIV and STIs. Graduates of this program can use their qualification to work in posts focussing on the medical management of people with, or at risk of HIV and STIs. For example, Advanced Trainees in Sexual Health Medicine at the Royal Australasian College of Physicians can use some of the units of study to contribute towards their training requirements.

General Practitioners will find this course invaluable in enhancing their current skills and helping develop a specialised practice in the fields of Sexual Health and HIV.