Advanced Health Care Practice - M6001
Expert master's degree
The Master of Advanced Health Care Practice (MAHCP) is designed for registered health care professionals seeking to advance their expertise and leadership in clinical practice or research. This course provides a flexible and focused pathway to deepen your knowledge within your chosen discipline while developing the skills required for advanced roles in health care.
You will graduate with a degree that reflects your specialisation:
- Master of Advanced Medical Imaging Practice
- Master of Advanced Occupational Therapy Practice
- Master of Advanced Paediatric Physiotherapy Practice
- Master of Advanced Radiation Therapy Practice
The course structure allows you to tailor your learning to your professional goals. All students begin with a shared core unit in advanced health care practice. From there, you can choose between
- A coursework pathway to enhance your clinical and professional capabilities, or
- A research pathway that includes clinical and professional education as well as a supervised research project - ideal for those considering further academic study or PhD entry.
This flexible design supports both professional development and academic progression, while ensuring alignment with discipline-specific requirements.
Note: The research pathway is available for part-time study only.
Specialisations available:
- Medical Imaging
- Occupational therapy
- Paediatric physiotherapy
- Radiation therapy
At a glance
Course Details
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| Note: | Entry for Physiotherapy is only available in February; The July entry option for Occupational Therapy is only available part-time. This course is available to:
The course is NOT available to International Students currently in Australia on a Student Visa. |
Duration |
1 year full-time), 2 years part time, depending on prior qualifications. See entry requirements. |
Start date |
Semester one (February) Semester two (July) |
Alternative exits |
Please select a specialisation for more details:
- Advanced medical imaging practice
- Advanced occupational therapy practice
- Advanced paediatric physiotherapy practice
- Advanced radiation therapy practice
Take the next step in your medical imaging career
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Why study advanced health care practice?
“It provides an opportunity to expand your knowledge with clinically and professionally relevant content. I’m hoping to apply the skills gained to manage more complex caseloads and take on leadership roles within my team.” – Kara, Physiotherapist
“Studying the Master of Advanced Health Care Practice gives me the flexibility to study part time, while continuing to work full time. The course is easily accessible via the online platform and the faculty are knowledgeable and always ready to provide support when needed.” – Joline, Lead Radiation Therapist
Entry Requirements
You need to satisfy the following entrance requirements to be considered for entry to this course.
Minimum Entry Requirements (Domestic students)
Qualifications
An Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent) in a cognate discipline with at least 50% average.
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Registration with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra) or equivalent accredited professional registration body.
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A minimum of two years equivalent full-time experience in a cognate discipline and evidence of current engagement in Clinical Practice in the area of specialisation.
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Submission of an extensive professional portfolio approved by the Faculty. The Professional Portfolio should demonstrate continued professional learning in the applicant’s professional discipline as well as outcomes and achievements in their area of practice. The Portfolio should provide evidence of activities and outcomes equivalent to the Australian Qualification Framework (AQF) Level 8 (https://www.aqf.edu.au/).
OR
An Australian undergraduate honours degree or a 4-year entry-to-practice undergraduate degree in a cognate discipline with at least 50% average.
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Registration with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra) or equivalent accredited professional registration body.
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A minimum of two years equivalent full-time experience in a cognate discipline and evidence of current engagement in Clinical Practice in area of specialisation.
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A Master’s qualifying degree in a cognate discipline, with at least 50% average.
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Registration with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra) or equivalent accredited professional registration body.
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A minimum of two years equivalent full-time experience in a cognate discipline and evidence of current engagement in Clinical Practice in area of specialisation.
PROFESSIONAL PORTFOLIO
AIM OF PORTFOLIO: The Professional Portfolio should demonstrate continued professional learning in the applicant’s professional discipline and outcomes and achievements in their area of practice. The Portfolio should provide evidence of activities and outcomes equivalent to the Australian Qualification Framework (AQF) Level 8 https://www.aqf.edu.au/).
Documents required:
1. Prepare a Professional Portfolio according to the specified criteria and template.
2. Sign the statutory declaration that all the information provided is a true and accurate.
Upload the documentation into the e-admission application.
Contact MNHS-Admissions@monash.edu for further information.
English requirements
Applicants must also meet the English language requirements.
University entrance requirements
Minimum entrance requirements for admission to Monash University Australia.
Extra Requirements
Mandatory Compliance
If you are undertaking a course with clinical or fieldwork placements you must demonstrate compliance with the following checks and requirements. For more information refer to the Mandatory Compliance webpage and carefully read the Clinical/Fieldwork Placement Handbook. It is your responsibility to ensure that the correct documentation is obtained prior to commencing clinical/fieldwork placements.
- National Police Check
- Working With Children Check
- Immunisation and vaccination requirements
In accordance with the National Health and Medical Research Council recommendations, this course requires that you comply with the faculty's Mandatory Compliance requirements regarding immunisation and vaccination. These requirements are designed to provide maximum protection against the increased risk of some vaccine preventable diseases for students, patients and workers in health care settings.
Paediatric Physiotherapy specialisation - if you are undertaking Paediatric Physiotherapy specialisation, you must demonstrate compliance with the following requirement:
National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Worker Screening check
A current NDIS Worker Screening check is required to undertake clinical/fieldwork placements.
Fitness for practice and professionalism
To complete your course, you are required to demonstrate that you meet fitness for practice expectations.
The course structure can be viewed in the Handbook. You can also view the course map.
Making the application
Future students
Self assess for credit eligibility
Check for study credit using the "Credit search" link on the Credit for prior study page.
Fees
Fees are subject to change annually.
Full fee
Fees are per 48 credit points which represents a standard full-time course load for a year. The fees for 2026 are:
A$31,100
Fee assistance
As a full fee-paying student, you may be eligible to apply for the optional FEE-HELP to assist you to pay all or part of your tuition fees.
Scholarships
We offer over 360 types of scholarships, valued at up to $280,000. Some scholarships offer one-off payments while others continue for the length of your course. Learn more about Monash Scholarships.
Other costs and fees
For information on other study costs and fees, see other study costs.