Degree overview

Accelerate improvement and recovery in the care of injured patients.

There is an increasing demand for trauma specialised health care professionals. This program has been designed to produce graduates who meet this demand. Aimed at medical practitioners, nurses, allied health professionals, and pre-hospital paramedics wanting to take the next step in their career. This program will equip you with specialised practical skills to care for injured patients.

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Graduate ready to take the next steps in your career. You will acquire evidence-based clinical practice skills, and be able to effectively manage trauma and the function of trauma systems.

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$2,996 median weekly income before tax.

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100% employed within four months of graduating.

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Master of Traumatology

Program Code 12392

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Program Code 12392

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English proficiency requirements IELTS overall minimum -
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CRICOS Code

Program Code 12392

This criteria is based on a international student attending campus. Please select your criteria to personalise your study options and your circumstances.

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What you will study

You will gain an understanding of trauma medicine and injury management. You will focus on research methodology and engage in traumatology research.

Key areas of study include:

  • Biostatistics,
  • Epidemiology – Basic Methods,
  • Post-injury Critical Care,
  • Trauma systems.

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The courses shown above are a guide, and don't reflect the exact year-by-year structure of the program, you should always refer to the program handbook for details of the complete program structure, course requirements and availability.

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Student experience

Student experience

Study a Master of Traumatology 2:46

Sai Sumana Gupta, Sherman Lai and Jade Moody have all studied the Master of Traumatology at the University of Newcastle. This unique flexible degree has provided them with the knowledge, skills, and access to experts to progress in their career.

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Professor Zsolt Balogh is the program convenor for the Master of Traumatology at the University of Newcastle. Hear more about what this unique course covers, who this degree is suitable for, experts you will learn from and where it can take your career.

How to apply

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Before you get started

To ensure a smooth application process, please complete the following steps before applying:

  1. Review the Program Handbook.
  2. Review the Admission Requirements.
  3. Review the Program fees and costs.
  4. Decide on your preferred commencement date.

Note: Applicants must demonstrate that they meet the University of Newcastle’s English Language Proficiency requirements.


You are a domestic student if you are:

  • An Australian or New Zealand citizen (including dual citizens)
  • A permanent resident of Australia
  • A holder of a permanent Australian visa.

Important: All applicants must provide:

  • a copy of a practicing certificate with an authorised registration authority
  • a CV outlining any relevant professional experience

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Scholarships

If you are a current student, or planning to study with us, we encourage you to apply for all scholarships you meet the criteria for.

Scholarships are available for current, future and international students, Asylum seekers, Graduate research, abroad and exchange study and opportunities with external providers.

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