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About the course
The Graduate Diploma in Neonatology at The University of Western Australia provides advanced postgraduate study focused on the care of newborn infants. It is designed to build on existing neonatology training or support those aiming to begin an academic pathway in the specialty. The course develops deeper clinical and scholarly capability relevant to neonatal practice and research within medicine at graduate diploma level. The programme develops advanced clinical reasoning, health leadership, and evidence-based practice for complex care environments.
Career outcome
Graduates may strengthen their professional standing in neonatal medicine and progress in specialist clinical roles supporting newborn and neonatal intensive care services. The qualification can also support pathways into teaching, academic appointments and clinically focused research in neonatology. Career directions typically align with advanced practice and academic development in neonatal and perinatal medicine at graduate diploma level. Preparing graduates for clinical leadership, health management, and advanced nursing or allied health specialist roles.
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