MASTER OF SCIENCE
KPT/JPT (R/421/7/0012) 06/23 - MQA/SWA0121
Areas of study
Research may be undertaking in these
principal areas:
> Biodiversity and conservation
> Biotechnology
> Chemistry
> Environmental science
> Food science and technology
> Genetics and genomics
> Infectious disease
> Medical bioscience
> Natural products and drug discovery
> Tropical biology
Course structure
This course consists of a research and thesis
component.
You must, in consultation with and under
the direct supervision of a member/s of
the academic staff:
> carry out a program of research on an agreed
topic approved by the School in your chosen
discipline for a specified period, including
attending and/or presenting at seminars and
other related activities as indicated by
the relevant School
> submit for assessment a thesis of not more
than 50,000 words on the program of
research which meets the requirements of
the examiners. Submission of a thesis
including published works may be permitted.
2 years (Full-time)
4 years (Part-time)*
Throughout the year
(Subject to availability of supervision)
Research
RM 41,100 Malaysian Student
RM 45,200 International Student
2019 fees p.a.
Graduate research pathway
*Part-time study is not available for international students.
Progression to further studies
You may apply to transfer to a PhD after a defined
period (usually 9-12 months enrolment, full-time
or equivalent), provided that satisfactory progress
has been made and certain conditions are met.
Career opportunities
Science graduates gain employment in genetic
engineering, agricultural support, pharmaceutical
science, banking and finance, environmental
consulting, hospitals, medical institutes, mining,
petroleum, engineering, research, and the wine
and food industries.
> Microbiology
Requirements
This degree allows you to undertake independent
research in a specific area of science over
a shorter period of time than a PhD. If you are
unsure whether a PhD is right for you, a Master
of Science can give you the experience of what
studying for a doctorate might be like, whilst
developing your skills and earning a degree that
will enhance your employment prospects. If you
decide that you are passionate about your
research, the option of upgrading to a PhD after
the first year of the degree is available.
“I chose to study at Monash because it could offer
me wider and deeper insights into the science
research field. My experience has gone way
beyond my expectations, with the support of my
peers and supervisor. I also really love our vibrant
campus environment with the bazaars and
weekly events; this keeps me active in my
research and always looking for new ideas.”
EUNICE YAP XIN LE
Master of Science
Eunice is studying cancer-derived exosomes in urine using infrared
spectroscopy. The spectroscopic method advanced in her studies is
expected to contribute to the development of a non-invasive urine test
for early diagnosis of prostate cancer.
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