Postgraduate Research with OPME
We welcome and encourage future students to undertake their Medical Education research Masters and PhD studies with OPME. We provide students with a welcoming and stimulating environment, research mentorship, and a broad spectrum of expertise in medical education.
We offer a number of research degrees, including Masters by research and the prestigious degree of Doctor of Philosophy, for both medical and non-medical graduates.
Other initiatives and events held regularly within OPME include:
- Medical Education Events - attracting international speakers. Held monthly.
- Journal Club - aimed at junior researchers within OPME. Research mentorship through the presentation and critical appraisal of journal articles. Chaired by a senior researcher. Held monthly.
- Research meetings - monthly meetings for all OPME staff to discuss strategy and themes as well as provide staff with an opportunity to practise upcoming conference presentations.
Research enquires
Associate Professor Chris Roberts is the Postgraduate Coordinator for Medical Education. Chris approves research degree applications and provides academic guidance and support to all the research students enrolled in medical education programs. As your first point of contact Chris will discuss potential research topics, ensure that appropriate research facilities are available and find out about potential supervisors with expertise in the relevant field.
This is a vital step which you should make prior to submitting your application form – in addition to qualifications and experience, admission to research programs will depend on the availability of resources, facilities and supervisors with relevant expertise.
Contact Chris Roberts:
Postgraduate Research Support Scheme (PRSS)
What is the PRSS?
It is a scheme introduced by the University in 2001 to provide direct support for currently enrolled postgraduate research students. Under the scheme, funds are allocated to Schools or Departments (in some cases Faculties) based on their higher degree research enrolment figures in the previous year. The funds are not allocated directly to the students but are awarded by Schools or Departments to eligible applicants on a competitive basis according to the University’s general guidelines. Selection committees will consider (1) quality of the applicant and track record relative to opportunity and stage of candidature, (2) demonstrated need for funding, and (3) priorities, if any, placed on the different expenditure categories by the School or Department. In 2009, the total allocation is $1.259 million.
Click here to download PRSS Information
Click here to download a PRSS application form
For further information and all queries, please contact
Summer research scholarships
Details about the Summer Research Scholarships are available on the Medfac website.
http://www.medfac.usyd.edu.au/research/srs/index.php
There are up to 60 Summer Research Scholarships which are funded 2/3 by the Faculty and 1/3 by the host School or Institute. The students receive a stipend of $200 per week for up to 8 weeks and it is intended that they undertake research under the supervision of a research-active supervisor affiliated with the Faculty of Medicine.