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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.
The Master of Traumatology is supported by leading trauma associations, including the Australian and New Zealand Association for the Surgery of Trauma.
Take the next step in your career. Graduate with the skills to manage trauma and the function of trauma systems.
5 unique specialisations
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Career opportunities
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.
Graduates of this program may find employment in the following areas:
- Trauma surgery, nursing and allied health
- General surgery and its subspecialties
- Surgical Specialities (orthopaedics, neurosurgery, plastic and vascular surgery)
- Critical Care Specialities (intensive care medicine, emergency medicine, anaesthesiology, retrieval medicine)
- Critical Care Paramedic
- Military Medicine
100% employed within four months of graduating.
Graduate Outcomes Survey 2020-2022
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.
You have the option to specialise in one of five areas:
- Trauma – this specialisation enables you to focus on enhancing your expertise in trauma injury management.
- Orthopaedic – this specialisation enables you to focus on advancing your Orthopaedic expertise and knowledge in effective trauma management.
- Surgery – this specialisation enables you to focus on transitioning toward a career in various surgical fields including trauma surgery.
- Research – this specialisation enables you to focus your studies toward a career in medical and trauma research.
- Military – this specialisation enables you to focus on gaining a comprehensive and critical understanding of the latest advances in military surgery and military trauma care.
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.
Learn more about the Master of Traumatology 1:56
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
How to apply
Apply as a domestic student
Before you get started
To ensure a smooth application process, please complete the following steps before applying:
- Review the Program Handbook.
- Review the Admission Requirements.
- Review the Program fees and costs.
- 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
Apply as an international student
Before you get started
To ensure a smooth application process, please complete the following steps before applying:
- Review the Program Handbook.
- Review the Admission Requirements.
- Review the Program fees and costs.
- Decide on your preferred commencement date.
Note: Applicants must demonstrate that they meet the University of Newcastle’s English Language Proficiency requirements.
English proficiency requirements
Applicants who do not speak English as a first language 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.
- IELTS overall minimum - 6.5
- IELTS section minimum - 6.0
- About English Language Pathways
Apply to the University via our online application portal.
In the application portal, you can enter the program you wish to study and upload relevant documents needed as part of your application. It is recommended you submit your application a minimum of 12 weeks before your intended semester of trimester start date.
If you are applying through an education agent, they can also apply through the application portal. Ensure your agent is contracted to the University to avoid delays with your application.
Once you have started your application you will be provided with a reference number. You or your education agent will be able to track your application as it progresses.
Important: All applicants must provide:
- a copy of a practicing certificate with an authorised registration authority
- a CV outlining any relevant professional experience
- What you will need
Scholarships
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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