The Master of Biomedical Science at the University of Melbourne is a coursework master’s degree incorporating a substantial research project.

This program is an alternative to the Honours to PhD pathway. Students undertake a major research project and discipline-specific coursework subjects. In addition, a suite of professional business and communication subjects are offered to complement and enhance the research undertaken and to progress students’ career opportunities.

The Master of Biomedical Science offers graduates a pathway into a research, other science-based careers or PhD studies.

The objectives of this course are to provide students with skills in:

• Conducting research in biomedical and health science
• Designing experiments
• Managing a research projects
• Preparing and giving an oral and written presentation of the results
• Expressing intellectual, scientific arguments; and
• Assimilating and critically evaluating existing knowledge within a scientific paradigm

Course description

The Master of Biomedical Science offers graduates a pathway into a research or other science-based career, or PhD studies.

Note: This is a course has replaced the Master of Science (Biomedical and Health Sciences) degree. All applications should be submitted under the new MC-BMEDSC course code.

A Master in Biomedical Science can open the door to working in a fast-growing sector and empower you to make a genuine contribution to society through advancements in health and technology. Biomedical research has significant professional applications, both domestically and internationally, and offers a variety of exciting career paths.

Innovative research opportunities

Biomedical research, including biotechnology, is a rapidly growing sector. The Master of Biomedical Science program will place you at the forefront of this evolution.

Master of Biomedical students have access to some of Australia’s top research organisations thanks to the University’s location in the Melbourne Biomedical Precinct, and its affiliation with industry partners and institutions with a wealth of internationally renowned researchers. Graduates leave the program with invaluable industry contacts from these experiences.

Through your research project, you will be embedded in the organisation most applicable to your research. That means you will have the opportunity to work directly with organisations such as:

• St. Vincent’s Hospital
• The Murdoch Children’s Research Institute
• Victorian Comprehensive Cancer Centre
• The Burnet Institute
• Royal Melbourne Hospital
• The Walter and Eliza Hall Institute.

The opportunity to tailor your research project to the existing needs of government or industry can pave the way for your future career from the outset of the program.

An active schedule of expert talks, workshops and symposiums will allow you to meet prominent local and international industry figures, expand your network, and make sure you graduate with a firm grasp of current issues faced in the industry.

The research and coursework components of the Master of Biomedical Science program can set the foundations for those wanting to undertake a biomedical PhD or further education in medicine, or other graduate professional health programs.