Master of Medical and Health Science by Research

Designed to build on specialized undergraduate degrees and to provide an opportunity for advanced-level study in medical, biomedical, paramedical, allied health and exercise sciences. The award comprises two components course work and production of a research thesis. The coursework component will provide instruction in research skills, methods and statistics to assist in the completion of the research thesis. Further, it will provide a tailored approach to providing advanced specialized knowledge for a chosen field. The thesis component allows for in-depth investigation of a specific research question within the students chosen field. The thesis will be supervised by experienced researchers within the School of Medical and Health Science whilst catering for engagement with industry and other partners to enhance research translation. This research course aims to extend the students knowledge relevant to their chosen specialization, in order to develop leadership roles within their profession and open up new areas for professional development and future research studies.

Campus
Duration
Fees
ATAR

Joondalup

Full-time - 2 years

Part-time - 4 years

N/A
N/A

Online

Online/Off-campus - 2 years

Part-time - 4 years

N/A
N/A

Structure

Total Credit Points 120

Subjects

  • RES5115 Research Preparation: Principles and Approaches
  • MMS6150 Medical and Health Research Proposal
  • MMS6151 Medical and Health Research Project Initiation
  • HST6337 Communicable Disease
  • HST6333 Diversity, Culture and Health
  • HST6510 Public Health Planning and Evaluation
  • SCH6245 Clinical Bioinformatics
  • HST6335 Public Health Strategies
  • SCH6234 Molecular Biology and Genomics
  • MAT5212 Biostatistics
  • MMP6100 Evidence-Based Practice
  • HST5120 Epidemiology
  • MMS6200 Master of Science Thesis
  • MMS6200 Master of Science Thesis

Entry requirements

  • Bachelor degree in a cognate discipline or
  • Where accepted, equivalent prior learning, including at least five years relevant professional experience.