| AQF Level |
Level 8 Graduate Diploma |
| Overview and Aims of the Program |
The Graduate Diploma of Anatomy is a four unit (16cps) program consisting of three anatomy units and a medical research component. Students can further develop their knowledge of clinical anatomy to help prepare for a surgical or other relevant advanced health profession career. Two of the three anatomy units will be delivered on line and the third will involve an intensive 16 day period at Macquarie University where whole body dissection will be undertaken in the laboratories at ASAM. The medical research unit requires students to pursue a course of collaborative enquiry-based learning with a supervisor. RPL is required for 16cps of the 32cps. This RPL will come from formal and informal training evidenced from academic qualification or work experience. |
| Graduate Capabilities |
The Graduate Capabilities Framework articulates the fundamentals that underpin all of Macquarie’s academic programs. It expresses these as follows:
Cognitive capabilities
(K) discipline specific knowledge and skills
(T) critical, analytical and integrative thinking
(P) problem solving and research capability
(I) creative and innovative
Interpersonal or social capabilities
(C) effective communication
(E) engaged and ethical local and global citizens
(A) socially and environmentally active and responsible
Personal capabilities
(J) capable of professional and personal judgement and initiative
(L) commitment to continuous learning |
| Program Learning Outcomes |
By the end of this program it is anticipated you should be able to:
1. With a high degree of independence, competently perform a range of dissections of anatomical structures (K, T, P, J)
2. Apply an advanced knowledge of the anatomy of the human body to its clinical and surgical application (K, T, P, J)
3. Effectively articulate differences in anatomical features to inform and justify clinical decisions (K, T, P, C, J)
4. Critically evaluate existing literature and theoretical knowledge in the specialism (K, T, P, C, J)
5. Work collaboratively to plan and implement a research project related to your health profession (K, T, P, C, E, J). |
| Learning and Teaching Methods |
The first two anatomy units for this program will be delivered online via the university iLearn platform. This requires a self directed learning approach where you identify, through clearly identified learning goals, areas in your knowledge of anatomy that require further development. You will engage in online forums and discussion groups with fellow students and the unit convenor to enhance and monitor the progression of your learning. The medical research project will further develop your independent research skills and you will engage in the peer review process which will develop oral and written communication skills in the presentation of these findings. The final anatomy unit will involve intensive practical dissections carried out during a 16 day intensive period at ASAM. Collaboratively working with other students, you will engage in hands on dissections of the whole human body. You will also have the opportunity to observe presentations by specialist surgeons who will present dissections of their own area of expertise. |
| Assessment |
Online assessment will consist of short answer and multiple choice style quizzes which help you to assess the progress of your learning and identify areas that require further research. In addition, there will be spot tests and annotated drawings of anatomical features to complete. For the research project you will produce a research plan, a research project and will present your findings at a department meeting. For the anatomy 16 day intensive unit, assessment will be in the form of spot tests and individual presentations. The final exam for this unit will test your knowledge gained over the duration of the program. |
| Recognition of Prior Learning |
Macquarie University may recognise prior formal, informal and non-formal learning for the purpose of granting credit towards, or admission into, a program. The recognition of these forms of learning is enabled by the University’s Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Policy and its associated Procedures and Guidelines. For recognition of prior informal and non-formal learning, please refer to the relevant RPL Plan, which describes the evidential requirements and approval processes for recognising prior learning for entry or credit in this program.
For undergraduate RPL plans visit www.goto.mq.edu.au/nonschoolrpl
For postgraduate RPL plans visit www.goto.mq.edu.au/pgrpl |
| Support for Learning |
Macquarie University aspires to be an inclusive and supportive community of learners where all students are given the opportunity to meet their academic and personal goals. The University offers a comprehensive range of free and accessible student support services which include academic advice, counselling and psychological services, advocacy services and welfare advice, careers and employment, disability services and academic skills workshops amongst others. There is also a bulk billing medical service located on campus.
Further information can be found at www.students.mq.edu.au/support/
Campus Wellbeing contact details:
Phone: +61 2 9850 7497
Email: campuswellbeing@mq.edu.au
www.students.mq.edu.au/support/health_and_wellbeing/contact_us |
| Program Standards and Quality |
The program is subject to an ongoing comprehensive process of quality review in accordance with a pre-determined schedule that complies with the Higher Education Standards Framework. The review is overseen by Macquarie University's peak academic governance body, the Academic Senate and takes into account feedback received from students, staff and external stakeholders. |
| Graduate Destinations and Employability |
The Graduate Diploma of Anatomy provides education and training in anatomy which will help to advance the career of graduates from a range of health related professions. For example, to help prepare students for the SET Surgical Sciences Examination of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (RACS). |
| Assessment Regulations |
This program is subject to Macquarie University regulations, including but not limited to those specified in the Assessment Policy, Academic Honesty Policy, the Final Examination Policy and relevant University Rules. For all approved University policies, procedures, guidelines and schedules visit www.mq.edu.au/policy. |
| Accreditation |
This is an Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) accredited qualification.
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