Study sexual and reproductive health online at the University of Sydney
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This course is available to be studied in several different study modes, including online or face-to-face. Check study modes offered in the 'course details’ section below.
In response to COVID-19, the University of Sydney has reviewed the availability of the face-to-face version of this course, and this will be available for students to study face-to-face or remotely in 2022. For the latest updates on course availability, visit the COVID-19 information page.
About this course
This course builds on the knowledge you've gained during the Master of Medicine (Sexual and Reproductive Health), allowing high-achieving students to plan and carry out a supervised research project.
In this advanced stream, students complete a research project in an area of specific interest to them and their master's degree. On completion of the advanced project, students will be able to plan and execute a substantial research project and prepare a scholarly work which may be a paper for publication.
Students must first complete the requirements of the master's program. Learn more about the Master of Medicine (Sexual and Reproductive Health).
Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP) are available for this course for eligible domestic students. This means that your course fees are subsidised by the Australian Government and you pay a student contribution amount (SCA). CSP places are limited in number and are allocated based on academic merit.
For academic requirements check the ‘Admission requirements’ section on this page.
You can apply online via the application portal. When you are ready to apply, select the ‘Apply’ button on this course page. Visit the How to apply page for other important information.
This course is also available to study via Distance Education. NB Distance Education students will be required to attend exams and compulsory face to face teaching sessions in Sydney for some units of study.
Standard closing dates:
Semester 1 - 31 January of the commencing year
Semester 2 - 15 July of the commencing year
We strongly encourage applicants to apply as early as possible, offers are made on a rolling basis and places are limited. Separate scholarship deadlines apply - check the scholarships website for details.
Semester 1 (February) and Semester 2 (August)
You can apply online via the application portal. When you are ready to apply, select the ‘Apply’ button on this course page. Visit the How to apply page for other important information.
This course is also available to study via Distance Education. NB Distance Education students will be required to attend exams and compulsory face to face teaching sessions in Sydney for some units of study.
Standard closing dates:
Semester 1 - 15 January of the commencing year
Semester 2 - 25 June of the commencing year
We strongly encourage international applicants to apply as early as possible to allow time for visa and travel arrangements. Separate scholarship deadlines may apply - check the scholarships website for details.
Semester 1 (February) and Semester 2 (August)
The Master of Medicine (Advanced) (Sexual and Reproductive Health) requires the completion of 60 credit points of units of study including:
Students complete a research project in an area of specific interest relevant to their Masters degree. Students will be guided through the steps required to plan and execute a substantial research project, and prepare a scholarly work which may be a paper for publication.
Students will have opportunities to:
International student visa holders are required to enrol in the 12 credit point unit MEDF5301 and complete their project in one semester. Domestic and offshore international students have a choice of this unit or undertaking their project over 2 semesters. Students who are considering this option should contact the Program Director.
You will be able to complete a generalist sexual health degree, or choose your elective units from within one of 4 specialisations:
Explore the Medicine and Health Postgraduate Handbook to learn more about what you will study as part of this degree:
Admission to the Master of Medicine (Advanced) (Sexual and Reproductive health) requires:
The academic requirements that are displayed are applicable to currently available courses only, and are updated annually and may be changed without notice.
This program is also available for non-medical graduates as a Master of Science in Medicine (Advanced) (Sexual and Reproductive Health).
Components of the degree count towards formal study requirements for the Advanced Training of the Chapter of Sexual Health Medicine of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians.
Completing the master's with a Psychosexual Therapy specialisation meets the sexological education and training requirements for professional accreditation with the Society of Australian Sexologists and ASSERT NSW.
The postgraduate program in sexual and reproductive health prepares graduates to work in advanced and specialist positions in sexual and reproductive health, depending on your pathway.
Career field options include:
Opportunities for further study through research degrees are available to students. Key study areas are:
Students who wish to undertake further study may be able to apply for the Master of Philosophy. Students who complete the Masters (Advanced) may be eligible to apply directly to a Doctor of Philosophy (Medicine and Health) or a Master of Philosophy (Medicine and Health).
