Advanced Surgery

The Master of Advanced Surgery (MAdvSurg) is a one-year, full time program that is ideally suited for those who have completed the Specialist Education Training (SET) program of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (RACS, or equivalent) and who wish to acquire a university qualification demonstrating mastery of surgical competence in a particular specialisation, acquisition of life-long learning skills and a capacity for leadership. 

Key features

• Hands-on clinical experience, supervised and supported by experienced clinical leaders
• Develops essential surgical qualities including a commitment to lifelong learning
• A range of sub-specialisations available

This program is ideally suited to those who have completed the Specialist Education Training (SET) program of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (RACS), or equivalent. 

Specific minimum requirements:

The following outlines the units (subjects) to be studied within this master

• MASurg Surgical Elective 
• Safety and Quality in Hospital Care
• Hospital Management
• Ethics and Professionalism
• Medical Research Project 
• Medical Education 
• Evidence Based Practice 
• Communication
• Leadership and Motivation 
• Negotiation; Theory and Practice

Minimum admission requirements

• Australian MBBS or recognised equivalent registrable qualification 
• Full registration as a medical practitioner in jurisdiction of residence or citizenship 
• Certificate of Good Standing with registration authority in jurisdiction of residence or citizenship 
• Eligibility for medical registration in Australia (if studying in Australia) 
• Fellowship in relevant specialist College or four years recent experience in the specialty.

English language requirements

IELTS of 7.0 overall with minimum 7.0 in each band, or equivalent.

All applicants for undergraduate or postgraduate coursework studies at Macquarie University are required to provide evidence of proficiency in English.

You may satisfy the English language requirements if you have completed: senior secondary studies equivalent to the NSW HSC one year of Australian or comparable tertiary study in a country of qualification.

The university offers scholarships to students to address financial need or hardship, academic excellence, sporting achievement and in recognition of outstanding character. It can also provide financial assistance with loans and grants to students who have difficulty with basic living expenses and help with fees. Each year Macquarie University awards around $2.5 million in scholarships, most of which are given on the basis of financial need or other hardship.