Course Level

Master Degree (By Coursework)

CRICOS

075374E

Master of Applied Science (Health and Disease)

Undertake research into the molecular basis of health and disease. Research spans basic gene discovery and molecular analysis, through functional genomics and pre-clinical development to the testing of new therapeutics, underpinned by powerful and relevant experimental platforms. Key areas of research include immunity, infectious diseases, developmental biology, exercise physiology and metabolism, musculoskeletal biology, haematology, cancer, metabolic disease, structural biology and nanomedicine. A Masters by Research degree is awarded for a substantial, original contribution to knowledge achieved in up to two years of full-time study (or two to four years of part-time candidature). Deakin currently has around 1600 higher degree by research candidates intelligent people making the most of our excellent facilities, partnerships, strategic research centres and excellent reputation. This degree is perfect if you are looking to kickstart your career in research and academia.

Campus
Duration
Fees
ATAR

Geelong Waurn Ponds

Full-time - 2 years

N/A
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Melbourne Burwood

Full-time - 2 years

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Cloud(online)

Online/Off-campus - 2 years

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N/A

Structure

To complete the Master of Applied Science, you must pass 8 credit points.

Entry requirements

  • To be considered for selection into this degree you are required to have completed:
  • a research project including a thesis which is equivalent to at least 25% of a years full time study at Level 8 of the Australian Qualifications Framework, with achievement of a grade for the project equivalent to a Deakin grade of 65% or equivalent

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