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About the course
The Graduate Certificate in Surgical Sciences builds foundational knowledge and skills for surgical specialty practice, alongside non-technical capabilities such as professionalism, leadership and research. It provides an early pathway for senior medical students or medical graduates preparing for the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons’ Generic Surgical Science Examination (GSSE). Study is multi-modal with most units delivered online and some short workshop components, as a Graduate Certificate in Medicine.
Career outcome
This course supports early career development for medical graduates and senior medical students pursuing surgical training pathways. It helps prepare candidates for the RACS Generic Surgical Science Examination (GSSE) and strengthens professional capabilities relevant to hospital and clinical settings. Graduates may progress toward further postgraduate study, with credit potentially applied toward the Master of Surgery. Outcomes align to a Graduate Certificate in Medicine for those seeking surgical-science focused advancement.
Living Costs in Sydney**
Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 22 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 2,207 - 2,918 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,599 - 2,115 |
Transportation (Daily) A$ 9 - 10 |
Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 219 - 290 |
Average Salary***
