Campuses and locations
The University of Newcastle is a multi-campus institution offering programs in a number of locations.
The Master of Traumatology at the University of Newcastle has been designed in response to the increasing demand for trauma specialised medical professionals. 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 that will enable you to accelerate improvement in injured patients.
Joanna's story: Using a Master of Traumatology to further your career.
The Master of Traumatology will allow you to achieve a comprehensive and critical understanding of the pathophysiology, aetiology, outcomes and management of trauma medicine. You will expand your knowledge and skills in areas including trauma systems, post-injury critical care, torso trauma, musculoskeletal trauma and neurotrauma.
You will also focus on research methodology which will provide you with the opportunity to engage in traumatology research, developing a strong foundation in the science and practice of injury management.
Key areas of study include:
You will also have the opportunity to specialise in one of five key speciality areas:
Download a program plan for further details on your degree's structure and what courses you will study.
These program plans are applicable to new students. Current students should refer to the program handbook to access the plan relevant to the year they commenced.
At the successful completion of the program, you will be equipped with a strong foundation in the science and practice of injury management, and you will be able to use your qualification to satisfy Curriculum Vitae Selection Points in applications for Surgical Education and Training (SET) with the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (RACS).
Possible career paths may include:
The Master of Traumatology is accredited by the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (RACS).
Listen to our students talk about their degree and life at the University of Newcastle.
To ensure that the process goes smoothly for you, you should complete the following steps before applying:
You will be considered for entry based on criteria such as your undergraduate studies and/or equivalent prior learning and/or relevant work experience.
Make sure you double check the special entry requirements, assumed knowledge or recommended studies for the degree:
Master of Traumatology (Surgery) and Master of Traumatology (Orthopaedic)
All Applicants must demonstrate that they meet the University’s English proficiency requirement. Further information regarding English language proficiency requirements can be found at the English Language Proficiency for Admission Policy here.
You can look at Uni prep for options to brush up on knowledge before you start.
Important: All applicants must provide a copy of a practicing certificate with an authorised registration authority and a CV outlining any relevant professional experience.
Important: All applicants must provide a copy of a practicing certificate with an authorised registration authority and a CV outlining any relevant professional experience.
Alternatively you may complete a paper-based application.
This program is open to online international students. Applications to study online are now open.