In response to COVID-19, the University of Sydney has reviewed the availability of courses to be delivered remotely for students commencing their studies in Semester 1, 2021.
This course will be available to study remotely for students commencing in Semester 1, 2021. Please note that some units of study that are not essential to completing the degree may not be available to be studied remotely.
Note: The University intends to offer as many units of study as possible in a remote as well as face-to-face learning method of delivery in Semester 1, 2021 and subject to ongoing border closures and public health orders impacting attendance on campus, in Semester 2, 2021. However, some units of study and courses require students to study in-person at the relevant University of Sydney campus/es and host locations for placements and will not be available remotely.
About this course
Clinical neurophysiology is a broad discipline, encompassing diagnostic services for patients presenting with neurological dysfunction, systemic diseases and critical illnesses, through to the provision of intraoperative monitoring of the nervous system during at-risk procedures.
Who should study this course?
This course is designed for scientists, trainee scientists and those with appropriate qualifications seeking to work in neurophysiology laboratories and clinics. It aims to provide structured educational programs in neurophysiological monitoring to complement experiential learning in the workplace. It is the only postgraduate coursework of its kind in Australia.
How will you learn?
In this course you will learn from experienced and expert anaesthetists, neurologists and neurophysiology scientists from Australia and overseas.
Primarily taught online, your studies will be supplemented by intensive face-to-face teaching sessions which include practical experience in simulated diagnostic and perioperative settings.
A limited number of Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) may be available for Semester 1 and Semester 2 each year. All applications for Semester 1 received by 31 January each year will be considered for available Semester 1 CSPs. All applications for Semester 2 received by 30 June each year will be considered for available Semester 2 CSPs. Places will be allocated based on merit.
Please ensure your CV includes details of any relevant work or other experience. Please note that you cannot retain a CSP if you upgrade or downgrade to another course after enrolment.