Discover clinical neurophysiology 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 also reviewed the availability of the face-to-face version of this course, and this will be available for students to study remotely whilst the Australian border remains closed due to the COVID-19 global pandemic.
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.
Why study this course?
In this program 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.
Who should study this course?
This course is designed for scientists and trainee scientists with relevant work experience in neurophysiology laboratories or clinics.
It aims to provide structured educational programs in neurophysiological monitoring to complement experiential learning in the workplace. This is the only postgraduate coursework of its kind in Australia.
There are no specialisatisations for the course.
For academic requirements check the ‘Admission criteria’ 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.
Applying for a Commonwealth supported place (CSP)
There is no separate application required to apply for a CSP, an earlier closing date may apply – check the closing dates section below. Once you apply for admission, if you are successful in securing a CSP, you will receive notification via an offer of admission.
A Commonwealth supported place (CSP) is not guaranteed as there are a limited number of CSPs available for postgraduate courses. The number of available CSPs for a course can change each semester/year. CSPs are also not automatically awarded for course transfers and upgrades.
CSPs are awarded for the duration of a course based on academic merit determined by the University and eligibility criteria specified by the Australian Government. Learn more about CSPs. If you do not qualify for a CSP you may be offered a domestic fee-paying place.
Standard application closing dates:
Semester 1 - 31 January of the commencing year
Semester 2 - 15 July of the commencing year
CSP closing date: 30 June 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.
Not available to student visa holders. Available to eligible international students by online mode with a mandatory face-to-face/intensive study component.
Application 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's requires the completion of 48 credit points of units of study including:
The course can be studied full-time or part-time and is delivered largely online with all CLNP units of study (except Basic Sciences in Clinical Neurophysiology & Neuromonitoring in Anaesthesia) incorporating compulsory intensive face-to-face teaching sessions in Sydney.
Students who work, or intend to work, predominantly in neurophysiology laboratories, are encouraged to enrol in these units of study:
Students who intend to predominantly practice intraoperative monitoring are encouraged to enrol in:
Please note: If you commence your course in Semester 2 you will not be able to enrol in the compulsory unit CLNP5001 Basic Sciences in Clinical Neurophysiology. This unit is available in Semester 1 only and must be completed prior to or in conjunction with each of the other stream specific units. You will be able to enrol in CEPI5100 Introduction to Clinical Epidemiology and/or general elective unit(s) of study.
Please note that the following electives are case based and only suitable for experienced clinicians:
Admission to the Master of Science in Medicine requires:
Applicants must also provide evidence of at least 12 months of relevant work experience.
The academic requirements that are displayed are applicable to currently available courses only, and are updated annually and may be changed without notice.
For more information about the University’s credit policy, please see the Credit for Previous Studies page.
Study clinical neurophysiology at different levels to suit your professional and personal needs. The programs are embedded, allowing you to step from one course to the next at your own pace.
Course options for healthcare professionals:
Course options for doctors:
Currently, formal accreditation is not required to practice clinical neurophysiology, however, the Association of Neurophysiological Technologists of Australia (ANTA) and the Australasian Cognitive Neuroscience Society (ACNS) support the introduction of a postgraduate course to complement workplace training.
Students may be able to continue their study with the Master of Science in Medicine (Advanced) (Clinical Neurophysiology), in line with the coursework rules.
Outstanding graduates may be eligible to pursue a higher degree by research in the courses of Doctor of Philosophy, or Master of Philosophy.
A research degree provides students with the opportunity to prepare a substantial piece of work which represents a significant contribution in a particular field of study and to gain transferable skills in general research methodology.
This course will provide graduates with a sound understanding of the theoretical principles and practical application of the commonly employed techniques in clinical neurophysiology. Graduates will develop the knowledge and skills to work in diagnostic and perioperative settings.
For further information please email Associate Professor Annette Katelaris
| annette.katelaris@sydney.edu.au |
