Dr. Richard Appleyard

Associate Professor

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Biography

Richard Appleyard is an Associate Professor and Director of Surgical Skills Training at Macquarie University, with over 30 years of experience in orthopedic research. He has established research labs at key hospitals including Royal North Shore Hospital and St George Hospital. His research focuses on mechanical testing of tissue implants, medical image analysis, joint kinematics, and implant design evaluation through computer modeling of the musculoskeletal system. Notably, he founded a dedicated Surgical Skills Training Facility at Royal North Shore Hospital, which he moved to Macquarie University in 2010, thus setting a new standard for clinical training in Australia. The facility is highly respected internationally for its contributions to surgical education. Throughout his career, Richard has led numerous projects and collaborations that aim to advance the field of biomedical engineering, particularly in relation to orthopedic biomechanics and surgical practices.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

— Present

Macquarie University • Sydney, Australia

Teach and conduct research in biomechanics and orthopedic engineering.

Awards

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Vice-Chancellor’s Award for Programs that Enhance Learning

2018-10-31

Requirements for Macquarie University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:94
PTE
Listening
Required:58
Reading
Required:58
Writing
Required:58
Speaking
Required:58
Overall
Required:65
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree from a recognised institution Minimum 3 years full-time equivalent work experience at a managerial/professional level
Application Checklist
  • Official Academic Transcripts
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Statement of Motivation
  • Evidence of Work Experience
Specialization Notes

Applied to Department of Business (MBA Program).