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Integrative medicine (IM) is a model of healthcare where practitioners work together in interdisciplinary teams to understand and address the matrix of factors that contribute to illness in each individual. Patients are central to IM, and remain active participants in co-designing and managing their care. IM specialises in preventive medicine and treating complex and chronic conditions.
The Master of Integrative Medicine assists practitioners to more confidently practice in integrative health care teams and settings, and to prescribe interventions that facilitate behaviour change in order to support the prevention and management of chronic disease, and to improve patient outcomes.
The Master of Integrative Medicine is taught by leaders in the field and uses an evidence-based approach to examine the principles and practices of IM, including models of care, clinical reasoning, self-management, behaviour change, and strategies and interventions for preventing and managing disease. An observational placement is undertaken at the end of the degree to enable students to consolidate their understanding of IM in a real-life setting.
Integrative medicine (IM) is a model of healthcare where practitioners work together in interdisciplinary teams to understand and address the matrix of factors that contribute to illness in each individual. Patients are central to IM, and remain active participants in co-designing and managing their care. IM specialises in preventive medicine and treating complex and chronic conditions.
The Master of Integrative Medicine assists practitioners to more confidently practice in integrative health care teams and settings, and to prescribe interventions that facilitate behaviour change in order to support the prevention and management of chronic disease, and to improve patient outcomes.
The Master of Integrative Medicine is taught by leaders in the field and uses an evidence-based approach to examine the principles and practices of IM, including models of care, clinical reasoning, self-management, behaviour change, and strategies and interventions for preventing and managing disease. An observational placement is undertaken at the end of the degree to enable students to consolidate their understanding of IM in a real-life setting.
Current Southern Cross students – to access your official course details for the year you started your degree, please visit the handbook.
See the University’s Rules Relating to Awards, in conjunction with the Specific Award Rules listed below.
An Australian equivalent Bachelor degree in a clinical health discipline AND two years of documented, relevant clinical experience.
English language requirements apply to International applicants and other applicants whose previous study was undertaken in a language other than English. The minimum English language requirements for such applicants for entry to this course are as follows
| Category | Score |
|---|---|
| Overall | 6.5 |
| Listening | minimum 6.0 |
| Speaking | minimum 6.0 |
| Reading | minimum 6.0 |
| Writing | minimum 6.0 |
Domestic students
| Location | Teaching period |
|---|---|
| Online | Term 1, Term 3 |
International students
| Location | Teaching period | Annual Fees | CRICOS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Online | Term 1, Term 3 | $31,920 ($3,990 per unit) | N/A |
Tuition fees are in Australian dollars, and are subject to change, including annual increases over the duration of a course. Annual tuition fee is based on completing 8 units per year. In addition students are required to pay OSHC for the duration of their visa in advance. Non-tuition fee covers textbooks, stationery and excursions. | |||
Applications for this course are made directly to Southern Cross University via our online application service.
To be eligible to receive the Master of Integrative Medicine students must complete the equivalent of 8 units (96 credit points), comprising:
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Notes | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HLTH5008 | Principles and Practice of Integrative Health Care: Foundations | ||||
| NATM2001 | Botanical Medicine | ||||
| NUTR2001 | Nutritional Medicine | ||||
| HLTH6001 | Human Microbiome and Health | ||||
| HLTH6004 | Psychological & Environmental Influences on Health | ||||
| HLTH6002 | Metabolic Health and Management | ||||
| HLTH6006 | Principles and Practice of Integrative Health Care: Application | ||||
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Course Learning Outcomes express learning achievement in terms of what a student should know, understand and be able to do on completion of a course. These outcomes are aligned with the graduate attributes.
| Course Learning Outcome |
|---|
Apply an evidence-based clinical-decision making framework using appropriate evidence and critical thinking within contemporary integrative medicine practice. Apply knowledge of research principles and methods to investigating integrative medicine practice. |
Critically and creatively evaluate and respond to actual and potential health problems impacting individuals, families and communities. |
Understand and function within applicable professional competencies, scopes of practice, codes of conduct, codes of ethics, laws and policies. |
Demonstrate advanced knowledge and critical application of pertinent integrative medicine theories and frameworks in clinical and professional contexts. Apply an integrated body of knowledge of, and be responsive to, local and global determinants of health across a range of populations in a safe and competent manner. |
Critically reflect on current skills, knowledge, attitudes and practices to plan and implement ongoing personal and professional learning. Apply autonomy, accountability, adaptability, professional advocacy, responsibility and leadership in integrative medicine across diverse teams and settings. |
Demonstrate advanced verbal and written communication skills that drive appropriate patient and population outcomes in diverse settings. |
Demonstrate an ability to advocate the socio-cultural preferences, needs and values of individuals and groups across diverse settings and within interdisciplinary teams. |
A variety of assessment methods are used in this course including ePortfolios, essays, case studies, presentations, discussion forums, quizzes, and reviews. Each unit comprises of two to three assessment items.
Our online study option is highly interactive and strives to promote collaboration and a sense of community. Students may receive a combination of podcast or video material, online content, workshops, online discussion forums and virtual classes. The method of teaching may vary from unit to unit.
The Master of Integrative Medicine, and subsequent Fellowship of Integrative Medicine with the Australasian Integrative Medicine Association, provide graduates with a recognised specialisation in Integrative Medicine.
Graduates may find opportunities to practise in more diversified roles (e.g. care/team coordinator, rural generalist, health/lifestyle consultant) and in settings that may include integrative clinics or specialist centres, fitness enterprises, wellness retreats or public/community services. The qualification is also a pathway to other postgraduate offerings, academia and early career research.
Students are required to complete a 24-hour observation placement at the end of their degree. The placement will be undertaken within an integrative health care setting, and will enable students to consolidate their understanding of IM in a real-life context.
Graduates of the Master of Integrative Medicine will be eligible to apply for Fellowship with the Australasian Integrative Medicine Association (AIMA).
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