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Master of Clinical Pathology

Extend your learning in the biomedical sciences with a focus on the knowledge and technical skill set required for research or employment in the diagnostic and research environments of clinical pathology.
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Completion of this course will strengthen your qualifications in numerous biomedical fields which don't require a medical degree.
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Completion of this course will strengthen your qualifications in numerous biomedical fields which don't require a medical degree.

Further Study

Master of Pathology, Master's by Research, Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
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Further Study

Master of Pathology, Master's by Research, Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

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2025
Full-Fee Paying Place $37,600.00
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Admission requirements

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Admission Requirements

To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have—
(a) a relevant bachelor's degree, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA;
and
(b) the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of 65 per cent in the Level 3 units of a relevant major.
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Admission Requirements

To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have—
(a) a relevant bachelor's degree, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA;
and
(b) the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of 65 per cent in the Level 3 units of a relevant major.

Ranking and Selection Process

Where relevant, admission will be awarded to the highest ranked applicants or applicants selected based on—
(a) the Grade Point Average of the last year of study;
and
(b) the intake quota for the year
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Ranking and Selection Process

Where relevant, admission will be awarded to the highest ranked applicants or applicants selected based on—
(a) the Grade Point Average of the last year of study;
and
(b) the intake quota for the year

ADMISSION REQUIREMENT

English competency

English is the language of instruction and assessment at UWA and you will need to meet the English language requirements of the University to be eligible for a place.

Minimum overall IELTS score of 6.5, with no band less than 6.0.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENT

English competency

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Course details

This course focuses on the six major disciplines of clinical pathology (biochemistry, haematology and transfusion science, immunology, anatomical pathology, genetics and microbiology) as well as key elements of professional practice.

About the course

This is a 96-point course which contains 48 points of core units and 48 points of specialisation specific units which can be chosen to include a research project and dissertation or coursework only.
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About the course

This is a 96-point course which contains 48 points of core units and 48 points of specialisation specific units which can be chosen to include a research project and dissertation or coursework only.
Master of Clinical Pathology

Quick details

Status
  • Available
Locations
  • Perth (Crawley campus)
Attendance
  • Full-time
  • Part-time
Delivery
  • On-campus
Starting dates
  • Semester 1
Weekly contact time
  • The estimated time commitment for a standard full-time enrolment is approximately 46 hours per week (over 13 weeks) which includes contact hours, personal study and examinations.
Level of study
  • Postgraduate
Course Code
  • 92510
  • This course is not available to international student visa holders
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Master of Clinical Pathology

Quick details

Status
  • Available
Locations
  • Perth (Crawley campus)
Attendance
  • Full-time
  • Part-time
Delivery
  • On-campus
Starting dates
  • Semester 1
Weekly contact time
  • The estimated time commitment for a standard full-time enrolment is approximately 46 hours per week (over 13 weeks) which includes contact hours, personal study and examinations.
Level of study
  • Postgraduate
Course Code
  • 92510
  • This course is not available to international student visa holders
Full time/part time duration
  • 2 years
Degrees course is available in
  • Master of Clinical Pathology
Master of Clinical Pathology

Important dates

Intake Periods
  • Semester 1, 2025
Application Open
  • Thursday 1 August 2024
Application Close
  • Thursday 31 October 2024

Refer to Admissions Requirements for information on eligibility criteria and how to apply.

Course structure

Postgraduate coursework degrees and combined (coursework and research) degrees comprise a number of units. Refer to the course structure for more information.

Course structure details

Course structure details

Year 1
Take all units (48 points):
Year 2
For students electing the Master of Clinical Pathology by coursework, take all unit(s): from (i) Group A (12 points); (ii) Group B (18 points) and (iii) any three specialisations from groups D, E, F, G, H, or I (18 points). For students electing the Master of Clinical Pathology by coursework and dissertation, take all unit(s): from (i) Group A (12 points), (ii) Group C (24 points) and (ii) any two specialisations chosen from groups D, E, F, G, H, or I (12 points)
Take all units (12 points):
For students in the course by coursework only, take all units in this group as per the sequence notes (18 points):
For students in the course by coursework and dissertation only, take all units in this group as per the sequence notes (24 points):

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The Master of Clinical Pathology (92510) is accredited by the Australian Institute of Medical and Clinical Scientists (AIMS).

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