Brain and Mind Sciences
GDip.
Overview
About this course
Our Graduate Diploma in Brain and Mind Sciences provides focused education and training for the next generation of science, medical, nursing, psychiatry and psychology workforces, preparing them to meet the needs of those suffering from disorders of the brain and mind.
Who is it for?
Our course is for students from a range of backgrounds, including non-medical graduates, graduate scientists, general practitioners and nurses who regularly have to care for patients with mental illnesses.
Structure
What you’ll study
Graduate Diploma in Brain and Mind Sciences requires the successful completion of 36 credit points of units of study including:
- 12 credit points of core units of study, and
- 24 credit points of elective units of study
The core units of study will provide you with an understanding of the link between basic neuroscience and clinical applications and interventions. Elective units of study will provide you with a high standard of specialised training in your chosen area with learning of current research methodologies, access to cutting-edge scientific research equipment and supervision by high profile researchers.
Costs
Tuition
HK$214,005.83
(international)
Funding
Admissions
Qualifications
A successful applicant for admission to the Graduate Diploma in Brain and Mind Sciences will:
- have completed the requirements of the embedded graduate certificate in this discipline from the University of Sydney, or equivalent qualification; or
- hold a bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline from the University of Sydney or equivalent qualification;
and
- satisfactorily perform at an interview where required
International qualifications
For qualifications awarded outside Australia, equivalencies and entry requirements are determined based on the country, institution, and qualification.
Language requirements
IELTS
6.5
A minimum result of 6.5 overall and a minimum result of 6.0 in each band
TOEFL
85
A minimum result of 85 overall including a minimum result of 17 in Reading, Listening and Speaking and 19 in Writing
PTE
61
A minimum result of 61 overall and a minimum result of 54 in each band