SCIENCE
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IN THE WORLD FOR CHEMISTRY
TOP 100
IN THE WORLD FOR BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES
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TOP 100
IN THE WORLD FOR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES
Monash has provided me with various interesting opportunities ranging from participating in international research conferences or workshops , going on multiple research field trips , as well as a part-time teaching position on campus . These opportunities have allowed me to widen my knowledge not just in research-related skills but also to broaden my perspectives in life by simply allowing me to travel , meet and learn from people all around the world .”
DR CHERYL ONG SUE PENG
Doctor of Philosophy Research & Advisory Manager , Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil ( RSPO )
2 years ( full-time ) 4 years ( part-time )*
Throughout the year
( subject to availability of supervision )
RM42,333 Malaysian student
RM46,556 International student 2022 fees per year
Research
* Part-time study is not available for international students .
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Science graduates find employment in genetic engineering , agricultural management , pharmaceutical science , banking and finance , environmental consulting , medical research , healthcare sectors and food industries .
MASTER OF SCIENCE ( RESEARCH )
KPT / JPT ( R2 / 421 / 7 / 0012 ) 06 / 23 - MQA / SWA0121
This degree allows you to pursue independent research in a specific area of science over a shorter period of time than a PhD .
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 .
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 .
Areas of study
• Biodiversity and conservation
• Biotechnology
• Chemistry
• Food science and technology
• Genetics , genomics and bioinformatics
• Infectious disease
• Medical bioscience
• Microbiology
• Natural products and drug discovery
• Tropical and environmental biology .
Progression to further studies
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 .
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