Graduate Coursework

Graduate Diploma in Surgical Anatomy

  • Course code: GD-SURGANT
Clock
Duration
1 year full time
Location
Mode (Location)
On campus (Parkville)
Calendar-month
Intake
Dollar
Fees
AUD $22,976 (2026 indicative first year fee). Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) are not available
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Student experience

Overview

  • Be at the heart of a world-class medical precinct, connecting with leading experts.
  • Experience rich, hands-on learning with invaluable practical insights.
  • Join an engaged community of bright students and build a vital professional network.

The Graduate Diploma in Surgical Anatomy is designed to build your confidence in anatomical knowledge and strengthen your portfolio with targeted approaches in the areas of teamwork, communication, and technical ability. This course will place you right at the heart of a world-class medical precinct. Studying face-to-face allows for incredibly rich learning and valuable practical insights, and you'll be guided by leading academics from the University of Melbourne's Department of Anatomy and Physiology, as well as top clinicians from across Melbourne.

The Department of Anatomy and Physiology has a rich history of teaching anatomy, dating all the way back to 1862. Teaching in topographic anatomy continues to be a major area of activity, enhanced by our well-equipped dissection facilities and the invaluable educational resources found in the nearby Harry Brookes Allen Museum of Anatomy and Pathology.

Highlights of your surgical anatomy experience

Expert academics

Throughout your studies, you'll be guided by subject matter experts. You'll learn from leading anatomists and clinicians who bring their deep knowledge and practical experience directly to your learning.

An engaged cohort and professional network

You’ll join some of the brightest students from across Australia and the world, becoming part of a dynamic academic community. You'll have the chance to engage closely with academic experts and your peers, building a truly vital professional network that will last a lifetime.

Melbourne city life

The Parkville campus is just a short walk to the heart of the Melbourne CBD, the famous Queen Victoria Market, and a host of wonderful cafes, restaurants, shops, theatres, galleries, and bars. You'll have the best of city life at your fingertips.

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Quentin Fogg

The Graduate Diploma of Surgical Anatomy offers you the unique and unparalleled opportunity take your anatomical knowledge, dissection ability and communication skills to the next level. You will gain confidence in describing anatomy (including variations), handling instruments precisely and authoritatively and interpreting radiographic images. By the end of the course, you will be better prepared for a long and successful career in your chosen specialty.