Master of Naturopathic Medicine

Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 01241G

The Master of Naturopathic Medicine prepares students for entry into professional naturopathic medicine practice. Naturopathic medicine practitioners are primary healthcare providers with the knowledge and skills to assess, plan, manage and prevent disease and dysfunction across the lifespan. Naturopathic medicine practice is underpinned by a patient-centred, holistic, integrated and evidence-based approach, with a focus on promoting health and wellbeing, avoiding harm, and addressing the underlying causes/risks of ill-health. Graduates of the Master of Naturopathic Medicine will develop a clear scope of practice across diverse clinical settings, a strong focus on patient-centred care, a solid understanding of the role of naturopaths within healthcare teams and the contemporary healthcare landscape, knowledge and skills in clinical reasoning, critical thinking, research methods and evidence-based practice.

Structure

Credit points 192

Subjects

• The Master of Naturopathic Medicine prepares students for practice as a clinical naturopath. The course enables students to develop knowledge and skills in naturopathic practice, with a strong focus on naturopathic philosophy, herbal medicine, nutritional medicine, lifestyle medicine, mind-body medicine, integrative health care, evidence-based practice and patient-centredness.

Standard entry requirements

• An applicant for admission to the Master of Naturopathic Medicine must have completed: The Bachelor of Health Science (Health and Lifestyle) at Southern Cross University
• Or A Bachelor degree in a clinical health discipline or equivalent, such as Nursing, Osteopathy, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Chiropractic or Medicine
• Or Completed Year 12 in Australia or comparable senior secondary study in another country as set out in the ELP Senior Secondary Study Schedule

Study information

Fee comments

Campuses: Gold Coast, Lismore.

Available for Domestic Student. For more information about the tuition fee, please contact Southern Cross University

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