University of Tasmania

Overview

The Master of Advanced Practice at the University of Tasmania offers a robust interdisciplinary curriculum developed in collaboration with health industry experts. This program prioritizes flexibility, enabling you to customize your studies to align with your professional goals.

What you'll study

Throughout the course, you will cultivate essential leadership and critical thinking skills necessary for addressing complex challenges within the healthcare sector. You will have the option to choose from a wide range of units, allowing you to deepen your knowledge in areas such as epidemiology, public health, biostatistics, health service innovation, health informatics, and digital health.

Core Courses Include:

• Leadership in Health and Human Services
• Critical Thinking and Reasoning Skills for Health Professionals
• Data-Driven Business Decision Making
• Sustainability and Governance in Health
• Leadership in Change Management
• Strategic Management in Healthcare
• Advanced Clinical Reasoning Practices

Entry requirements

Applicants are required to hold a completed AQF7 Bachelor Degree or an equivalent qualification in a health-related field, or possess a degree in a non-health discipline along with a minimum of two years of relevant work experience in the health sector.

To demonstrate English proficiency, applicants must meet one of the following criteria:

• TOEFL iBT: Minimum score of 88
• PTE Academic: Minimum score of 58
• IELTS: Minimum score of 6.5

All applicants must also meet the general admission criteria set by the University of Tasmania, including any prerequisite subjects.

Career prospects

Graduates of the Master of Advanced Practice may be well-positioned for various roles within the healthcare sector, equipped with the skills necessary for leadership and innovation. Additionally, international graduates may qualify for a post-study work permit, allowing them to work in Australia for a specified duration. Eligibility criteria typically include the completion of a degree from an Australian institution and timely application for the permit post-graduation, along with any additional visa requirements set by the Australian government.