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Master of Indigenous Health

Testamur Title of Degree:

Master of Indigenous Health

Abbreviation:

MIndHlth

UOW Course Code:

1618

CRICOS Code:

N/A

Total Credit Points:

48

Duration:

1 year full-time or part-time equivalent

Home Faculty:

Faculty of Science, Medicine and Health

Intake Session(s):

Autumn/Spring

Delivery Mode:

Distance

Delivery Campus:

Wollongong

Additional Information:

Course Finder

Overview

The Master of Indigenous Health is designed to prepare those involved in Indigenous health, or health workers in the area of Indigenous health, for clinical and administrative leadership roles in the health care system.

The program emphasises independent study and enquiry, and is structured for planned and consistent integration of theory with practical skills and competencies.

Entry Requirements

Academic requirements and English requirements are available from the Course Finder.

Course Learning Outcomes

Students graduating from the Master of Indigenous Health will be able to:

  1. Incorporate advanced knowledge in formulating explanations for complex Indigenous health issues.
  2. Integrate knowledge of research theory and practice relative to Indigenous health.
  3. Assemble understanding of spirituality and culture in relation to Indigenous wellbeing and health.
  4. Reflect on and evaluate how the social environment contributes to Indigenous health.
  5. Demonstrate the value of a whole of life approach to Indigenous health.
  6. Investigate, analyse and synthesise complex Indigenous health issues, concepts and theories.
  7. Communicate propositions to address complex Indigenous health issues.
  8. Initiate, plan and implement a research-based project that evaluates concepts and worldviews of Indigenous health issues within a health promotion framework.

 

Course Structure

The Master of Indigenous Health requires the successful completion of 48 credit points of subjects in accordance with the table below.

Subject Code Subject Name Credit Points Session(s)
MEDI940 Indigenous Family Studies 6 Autumn
MEDI947 Family Violence/ Family Recovery 6 Autumn
MEDI948 dadirri- Aboriginal Spirituality 6 Spring
MEDI949 Recreating the Circle of Well-being 6 Spring
MEDI942 Indigenous Research Theory and Practice 12 Autumn
Plus 12cp of 900-level electives to be determined in consultation with the Course Coordinator.

Credit Arrangements

Credit and articulation arrangements are available from the Course Finder. Refer to UOW's credit arrangements for information on how to apply for credit.

Other Information

Further information is available at:
Email: smah-students@uow.edu.au

Last reviewed: 17 July, 2017