Master's Degree Medicine & Health Sciences Full Time

Master of Surgery (Research)

at Flinders University · Adelaide, South Australia

CRICOS course code

088953A

CRICOS provider code

00114A

This course is registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students. Verify it yourself at cricos.education.gov.au before paying any fee.

Duration

2 years

Tuition (whole course)

A$85,800 total

Per year

A$42,900/yr

Intake

Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul)

About this program

The Master of Surgery (Research) at Flinders University is a rigorous research-based programme designed for medical graduates who wish to develop advanced expertise in surgical research and clinical practice. Over two years of full-time study, candidates engage in independent research on a specialised surgical topic, contributing original knowledge to the field. The programme encourages critical thinking and advanced analysis within medicine and health sciences, preparing graduates to be leaders in surgical innovation and academic research.

This Australian master's degree is structured around substantial independent research, typically culminating in a thesis under academic supervision. Students gain vital research skills, including scientific literature review, study design, data analysis, and scholarly communication. The programme's structure allows students to focus intensively on a chosen area of surgery, supported by opportunities to collaborate with clinical and laboratory researchers in Adelaide’s robust medical research environment. Credit is measured through research units of study, with progress and outputs assessed via milestones as per university guidelines.

The Master of Surgery (Research) is ideally suited for medical practitioners seeking to advance in clinical research, academic roles, or senior surgical positions. The course also provides pathways for students interested in combining clinical practice with ongoing research in the Australian healthcare sector. International students are required to meet English proficiency standards, such as an IELTS Academic score of 7.0 or higher, and can benefit from working up to 48 hours per fortnight during study. As the degree is recognised in Australia, graduates may be eligible to apply for the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) post-study work stream to gain further local experience. For definitive admission details and research topic opportunities, refer to Flinders University’s official materials.

Entry requirements

English: International applicants must evidence English proficiency. IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall is the common undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate standard, rising to 7.0–7.5 for teaching, nursing, medicine, law and social work. TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Cambridge C1 Advanced and the university’s own English programmes are accepted as equivalents; the Department of Home Affairs sets a separate English threshold for the Student visa itself.

International students: Registered on CRICOS for international students. A Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) for this course supports a Student visa (subclass 500) application; Overseas Student Health Cover is required for the full duration.

Career outcomes

Academic surgeon or surgical researcher in universities and teaching hospitals
Leadership roles in Australian healthcare services and public hospitals
Surgical education and training programme development
Clinical trial coordination and medical research management
Contribution to medical device innovation or surgical technique development

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Master of Surgery (Research) at Flinders University?

It typically takes 2 years, with intakes in Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul).

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$85,800 total. Fees change yearly — confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Academic surgeon or surgical researcher in universities and teaching hospitalsLeadership roles in Australian healthcare services and public hospitalsSurgical education and training programme developmentClinical trial coordination and medical research managementContribution to med...

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