科廷科技大学

This course develops originality and independence of thought and trains students in research.

The course aims to broaden your knowledge and expose you to the latest developments in biomedical research.

Project topics are developed in conjunction with a potential supervisor, and cover a large array of potential fields of research.

Project work covers areas such as (but is not limited to):

cancer
regenerative medicine
diabetes
cardiovascular disease
medical microbiology
environmental and industrial microbiology
bioinformatics
immunology
Alzheimer's disease
genetics and molecular genetics.

What you'll learn

apply biomedical science knowledge to extend the boundary of knowledge through a research project (and/or); demonstrate knowledge of bioscience research methodologies in bioscience and how they are applied to answer research questions
critically analyse the biomedical science literature to design, implement and evaluate a research project
determine the type and variety of biomedical science information required using appropriate technologies; synthesise and evaluate scientific and experimental information
communicate the research process and outcomes through a proposal, dissertation and oral presentations appropriate for a scientific audience; keep accurate records of experimental work and planning
use appropriate instrumentation to undertake biomedical science experiments
demonstrate intellectual curiosity throughout the planning, conduct and evaluation of the research process
consider biomedical science problems from a global perspective; apply international biomedical standards for experimental procedures
recognise the significance of their project in a broader biological, social and cultural context
demonstrate an application of the ethical requirements for research in a bioscience research field; work independently to plan and implement a research project

Professional recognition

This course is a continuation from the undergraduate Bachelor of Science (Medical Science) course, which is accredited by the Australian Institute of Medical Scientists, and graduates are eligible to apply for Associate Membership.

Career information

Graduates may be suited to careers in research relating to most biological sciences, they could seek work in industry (product or platform specialists, specialist sales), in the health-care system (diagnostics, counselling) or enter the education or journalism sector.

In addition to the discipline specific skills, generic skills such as scientific writing, communication, problem solving, and critical thinking, make our graduates suitable for many non-science careers.

Graduates may qualify for entry to graduate certificates, graduate diplomas, master by coursework and research degrees and doctorates.