Course codes: 2970 (MBiomedSc part 1); 2977 (MBiomedSc)
This course is designed for students interested in undertaking postgraduate research in biomedical sciences. For this research degree, candidates are required to submit a major thesis for examination. The thesis should embody the results of an investigation carried out by the candidate, under supervision, which show independence of thought and which demonstrates the candidate's ability to carry out research in that discipline.
Designed
for students who do not have the equivalent of a class 1 or class 2A honours
degree in a relevant discipline. For graduates with only a pass degree in a
relevant field, and who have not attempted honours in that field, admission to
MBiomedSc (part 1) will normally require at least a credit grade average in 24
points of relevant third-year units, or appropriate additional training and
experience. Candidates must complete the MBiomedSc (part 1) program and obtain
results equivalent to high second class honours (H2A) or better for admission
into MBiomedSc (part 2). The MBiomedSc (part 1) is not an awardable degree.
Full-time candidates should complete their program of study within 12 months
(24 months part-time).
Students who pass part 1 of the program but who do not wish to continue or do
not achieve class 2A honours or above will be offered the exit award of the
Postgraduate Diploma in Biomedical Science.
Students
with a H2 or H2A honours degree in a relevant discipline or students who have
completed an MBiomedSc (part 1) with results equivalent to H2A or better may
enrol directly in MBiomedSc (part 2). A candidate may be admitted to MBiomedSc
(part 2) candidature on a probationary basis which will be reviewed after six
months of candidature by the faculty board.
In exceptional circumstances, a student who does not meet these entry
requirements may be allowed to enrol directly into MBiomedSc (part 2) if he/she
has demonstrated an ability to undertake research at masters level (eg by
producing evidence of research experience and/or relevant work experience). In
recommending such a candidate, the head of department should be satisfied that
the applicant will not require an undue amount of supervision. The minimum
period of candidature is 12 months (24 months part-time). The maximum period of
candidature is 24 months (or 48 months part-time).
Dr
Karen McConalogue (manager)
Research and Graduate Programs Office
Faculty
of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
Monash University, Victoria
3800
Australia
Telephone: +61 3 9905 4313
Email:
karen.mcconalogue@med.monash.edu.au
Website http://www.med.monash.edu.au/pgrad/research/mbiomedsci.html
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