Master of Naturopathic Medicine
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. This course includes professional experience placements of 510 hours.
The Master of Naturopathic Medicine has two graduate-level entry points.
Students with an eligible degree in a health-related field who want to pursue a career in naturopathic medicine may apply for this degree. The total full-time duration of the Master of Naturopathic Medicine for these students is two years.
Graduates of the Southern Cross University Bachelor of Health Science (Health and Lifestyle) receive eight units of advanced standing into this Master of Naturopathic Medicine as part of our 3+1 pathway to become a clinical naturopath. The total full-time duration for this clinical training program is four years (3-year Bachelor and 1-year Masters).
Campus Information
Lismore Campus
All courses run here
Gold Coast Campus
Southern Cross University's Gold Coast campus is located at Coolangatta, just 400 metres from North Kirra Beach, and adjacent to the Gold Coast Airport. Views of the Pacific Ocean can be seen from many vantage points in the campus buildings.
Intakes
- Feb Deadline: May
- June
Application Processing Time in Days: 14
Application Process
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
Completing postgraduate degree level can make you eligible for any executive or managerial level job.
Current students and graduates
- Personalised careers consultations
- Career planning strategies and resources
- Resume, job application and interview resources
- Bright Futures student-alumni mentoring program (matches students with an industry mentor)
- Access to CareerHub for casual, vacation and graduate employment opportunities, resources and events
PSW Opportunity
- 2 Years PSW available after completion of 2 years Master's Degree.
- 3 Years PSW available after completion of Master by research Degree.
- For studying in locations other than Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane student get one year extra PSW.
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
Indian Higher Secondary School Certificate (State Board)
72 in 4 academic subjects
All India Senior School Certificate (CBSE)
7.0 in best 4 externally examined subjects
Indian School Certificate (CISCE) 63
All applicants must meet the University’s English language requirements for admission as set out in the English language proficiency requirement.
English language comparable scores to Academic IELTS
IELTS 4.5 with no band less than 4.0 5.0 with no band less than 4.5 5.5 with no band less than 5.0 6.0 with no band less than 5.5 6.5 with no band less than 6.0 7.0 with no band less than 6.5 7.0 with no band less than 7.0
CPE N/A N/A N/A 52 N/A N/A N/A
CAE 147 154 47 52 58 67 67
TOEFL iBT 32-34 35-45 46 with no less than 16 in writing 60 with no less than 17 in writing and speaking, no less than 11 in reading and listening 79 with no less than 21 in writing and 20 in other areas 94 with no less than 24 in writing 94 with no less than 25 in writing
PTE 30 36 42 with no communicative score less than 36 50 with no communicative score less than 46 58 with no communicative score less than 50 65 with no communicative score less than 58 65 with no communicative score less than 65
ISPLR N/A N/A 3 in all 4 skills 3+ or better in all 4 skills 4 in all 4 skill areas 4 in all 4 skill areas 4+ in all 4 skill areas
CEFR N/A N/A N/A B2 N/A N/A N/A
IELTS: International English Language Testing System CPE: Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English TOEFL iBT: Test of English as a Foreign Language - internet based test PTE: Pearson Test of English ISPLR: International Second Language Proficiency Rating CEFR: Common European Framework of Reference for Languages
- Course Code: 108576G
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Masters/PG Degree
- Duration: 02 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
63840 AUD
Annual Cost of Living: 24505 AUD
Application Fee: N/A