KPT/JPT (N/720/7/0058) 12/20 - MUM/APA/012
If you want to pursue a research degree
but do not hold an honours degree or
equivalent, this course can be your
qualifying degree.
In this course, you’ll undertake approved research
projects for a specified period under the
supervision of two academic staff members.
Course structure
This course consists of a combination of coursework
and research. In the coursework component, you’ll
develop an advanced theoretical and/or technical
knowledge in the areas of your research focus. In
the research component, you’ll develop research
methodologies appropriate to your focus and plan
and execute a research project under the individual
guidance of academic supervisors.
The total course comprises 48 points, including
coursework (12 points) and research (36 points).
Areas of study
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Biomedical sciences
Psychology
Public health
Clinical sciences
Pharmaceutical sciences.
POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA
IN BIOMEDICAL SCIENCE
1 year (full-time)
2 years (part-time)*
February and July
Research
RM41,100 Malaysian student
RM45,200 International student
2020 fees per year
* Part-time study is not available for international
students.
Learning outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, it is
expected that you’ll be able to:
• identify and define research questions
• apply appropriate research methods to address
the research questions
• demonstrate competency in your chosen
research methodology/methodologies
• demonstrate theoretical knowledge at honours
level in your chosen field of research
• demonstrate the ability to critically analyse data
and results obtained
• demonstrate the ability to solve research
problems and to conduct statistical analysis
• communicate your research findings in a format
appropriate to your academic discipline
• write up your research into a high quality thesis
• contribute new information or new ways of
understanding information in the field of
research.
My Monash PhD benefits my
work in many ways, prominently
in the evaluation of arguments
and evidence, in fostering
greater reflection and reflexivity,
and in equipping me with skills
that have amplified my ability to
translate evidence and
communicate ideas effectively.”
DR EDITH KORYO WELLINGTON
Doctor of Philosophy
Currently serving as deputy chief and health
research officer of Ghana Health Service’s
research and development division.
Works with multiple national and international
stakeholders on a range of health issues.
Researched the challenges of implementing the
World Health Organization Framework Convention
on Tobacco Control in Ghana.
POSTGRADUATE PROSPECTUS 2020
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