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Graduate Diploma in Surgery (Online)

Graduate Diploma.
The University of Sydney

53

in world overall ranking*

4

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

The Graduate Diploma in Surgery is an online program designed for medical graduates, surgical trainees and practising surgeons seeking to deepen knowledge across surgical specialty and non-technical domains. It supports preparation for the RACS GSSE and helps strengthen career profiles through study in areas such as professionalism, leadership and research. This 1-year full-time (part-time available) graduate diploma focuses on surgery within medicine. The programme develops advanced clinical reasoning, health leadership, and evidence-based practice for complex care environments.

Career outcome

Graduates can use this qualification to support progression in surgical training and preparation for RACS GSSE requirements, and to strengthen their CV for future roles in surgical practice. The program also develops capabilities relevant to academic and teaching hospital environments, including research-informed practice and professional leadership. This Graduate Diploma in Surgery supports careers in surgical services, clinical education and hospital-based leadership in medicine.


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*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)
**Source: numbeo.com
***Source: PayScale.com (2026)

Costs

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A$46,275 per year

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Information

tick icon Duration

1 years

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February, August

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Online

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GNSURGER2000

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+61 3 9663 5333

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australia@augstudy.com

Scholarships

tick iconVICE-CHANCELLOR INTERNATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS SCHEME

Up to A$40,000

tick iconAUSTRALIAN GOVERNMENT RESEARCH TRAINING PROGRAM SCHOLARSHIP (INTERNATIONAL)

Tuition fees waived

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