M6003 Master of Biomedical and Health Science

The course is structured in three parts: Part A. Intensive research preparedness training, Part B. Biomedical theory and Part C. Specialist biomedical research, industry awareness, professional development and applications. To progress into Part C, you must complete Part A and Part B with an average mark of 65% or greater. If you do not meet the requirement you will be able to graduate with a Graduate Diploma in Biomedical and Health Science.

Part A. Intensive research preparedness training

These studies will provide you with intensive training to develop your skills and knowledge in how to locate, critically evaluate and conduct research, and then communicate the findings in verbal, written and combination formats. You will gain theoretical knowledge of research design and methods used in undertaking research with the practical skills to conduct your own research.

Part B. Biomedical theory

These studies enable you to develop and expand your specialist discipline knowledge in key areas of biomedical and health sciences, including biotechnology. It is intended for students whose previous qualification is not in a cognate field, for those who wish to explore the potential for cross-disciplinary research or for those who have not yet committed to a specific discipline area for their research project.

Part C. Specialist biomedical research, industry awareness, professional development and applications

These studies comprise your major research project and learning professional skills to apply for research and industry employment in biomedical sciences. It will be taught in three modules:

• Module 1: Research project and thesis
• Module 2: Employability and processional development courses
• Module 3: Internship application.

In module 1, you will complete a literature review, assist in the planning of a research project, conduct the research project and write a thesis under the direct supervision of a member of the academic staff. In module 2, you will complete a number of short courses to develop skills in applying for jobs primarily in the biomedical and biotech industries, and learn new professional skills relevant to employment in these industries. In module 3 you will undertake an internship in a research or commercial setting to develop and refine your workplace skills and professional behaviours.

Master's entry points

Depending on prior qualifications you may receive entry level credit (a form of block credit) which determines your point of entry to the course:

• If you are admitted at entry level 1 you complete 96 credit points, comprising Part A, Part B and Part C.
• If you are admitted at entry level 2 you complete 48 credit points, comprising Part C. You will need to organise a research project and supervisor before the commencement date of the semester when you are eligible to start.

Note: If you are eligible for credit for prior studies you may elect not to receive the credit and complete the higher credit-point options.

Course progression map

The course progression map provides guidance on unit enrolment for each semester of study.

The course comprises 96 points structured into three parts: Part A. Intensive research preparedness training (24 points), Part B. Biomedical theory (24 points), and Part C. Specialist biomedical research and application (48 points).

Units are 6 points unless otherwise stated.

Part A. Intensive research preparedness training (24 points)

You must complete:

• BMS5001 Introduction to research and research methodology 
• BMS5002 Research skills and techniques 
• BMS5013 Research training: Ethics and integrity, biostatistics and critical thinking 
• BMS5014 Research techniques: Molecular and cellular techniques 

Part B. Biomedical theory (24 points)

You must complete 24 points from:

• BMS5003 Infectious diseases and population health 
• BMS5004 Advanced neuroscience 
• BMS5005 Regenerative medicine and stem cells 
• BMS5006 Cardiovascular biology and disease 
• BMS5007 Biotechnology - Commercialising biomedical science
• BMS5012 Cancer biology and therapeutics 
• BMS5015 Appetite, energy, homeostasis and obesity

Part C. Specialist biomedical research, industry awareness, professional development and applications (48 points)

You must complete:

• BMS5008 Research project and thesis (36 points)
• BMS5009 Industry training and internship (12 points)