KPT/JPT (R2/421/7/0012) 06/23 - MQA/SWA0121
Course structure
If you’re unsure whether a PhD is right for you, this
course can give you the experience of what studying
for a doctorate might be like, while developing your
skills and earning a degree that will enhance your
employment prospects. If you decide that you’re
passionate about your research, the option of
upgrading to a PhD after your first year is possible. Under the direct supervision of at least one
academic staff member, you’ll:
This research degree may be undertaken in any of
the school’s principal research areas and strengths.
Your work will be expected to make a significant
contribution to the knowledge and understanding
of your chosen field of study and demonstrate
your capacity to carry out independent research. • 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.
Areas of study You can apply to transfer to a PhD candidature
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.
Biodiversity and conservation
Biotechnology
Chemistry
Environmental science
Food science and technology
Genetics, genomics and bioinformatics
Infectious disease
Medical bioscience
Microbiology
Natural products and drug discovery
Tropical biology.
2 years (full-time)
4 years (part-time)*
Throughout the year
(subject to availability of supervision)
This degree allows you to pursue
independent research in a specific area
of science over a shorter period of time
than a PhD.
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MASTER OF SCIENCE
(RESEARCH)
This course consists of a research and thesis
component.
Requirements
• carry out a program of research on an approved
topic in your chosen discipline for a specified
period, including attending and/or presenting at
seminars and other related activities as
indicated by the school
Research
RM42,333 Malaysian student
RM46,556 International student
2020 fees per year
Graduate research pathway
* Part-time study is not available for international
students.
Progression to further studies
Career opportunities
Science graduates find employment in genetic
engineering, agricultural support, pharmaceutical
science, banking and finance, environmental
consulting, hospitals, medical institutes, mining,
petroleum, engineering, research, and food
industries.
Monash supported me to excel not
just academically, but also in
extracurricular activities such as
organising symposiums and
mentoring my juniors through the
Peer Assisted Study Sessions
program. All these contributed to
my personal growth, and I’ve even
developed a passion for teaching
science.”
ANSHIKA SHARMA
Doctor of Philosophy (in the area of Molecular Virology)
Bachelor of Science (majoring in Biotechnology) (Honours)
Three-time Dean’s List honouree.
Recipient of the Vice-Chancellor’s International
Intercampus PhD Mobility Scheme.
Studying a novel anti-viral approach to permanently
arrest the spread of Influenza A virus infections.
POSTGRADUATE PROSPECTUS 2020
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