Course Level
Master Degree (By Coursework)
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Cloud(online) | Online/Off-campus - 2 years | N/A | N/A |
Geelong Waurn Ponds | Full-time - 2 years | N/A | N/A |
Melbourne Burwood | Full-time - 2 years | N/A | N/A |
Structure
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 up to four years of part-time study).
Entry requirements
- Applicants must have demonstrated evidence of a high standard of research ability. This is normally an Honours year to H2B (60%+) standard, or a coursework master degree with a substantial thesis. However, other evidence of research ability may be considered and could include a thesis as part of an international undergraduate degree
- relevant refereed publications
- research awards
- or research experience.
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