Master of Health and Medical Sciences

School of Medicine

Looking to expand your career in health and medical sciences? The Master of Health and Medical Sciences equips non-science graduates with essential biomedical knowledge and research skills. Gain expertise in human anatomy, pathology, research, and scientific communication to advance your career in the health sector.

• Why study this degree?

  The Master of Health and Medical Sciences is an ideal choice for non-science graduates seeking to build a comprehensive understanding of biomedical sciences and enhance their career prospects in the health sector. The program offers an in-depth exploration of human anatomy, physiology, molecular biology, genetics, and pathology, providing students with the essential knowledge required to understand the human body and disease processes. With a clinically-relevant approach, this degree equips students with the scientific foundation necessary for careers where an understanding of health and medical sciences is crucial.

  In addition to building biomedical expertise, the program emphasises the development of research skills, with a strong focus on research methods and ethical considerations. Students gain hands-on experience in conducting research, including navigating the ethics approval process for human-based studies. The program also fosters scientific communication skills, ensuring students can effectively convey complex medical concepts. By the end of the program, graduates will be well-prepared for a range of roles in health, medicine, and research, with a nuanced understanding of the factors that impact human health.

• Program summary

  Students must complete ten (10) compulsory courses for a total of 300 credits. There are listed below:

  • MEDI5001: Scientific Literacy & Communication
  • MEDI5002: Environment, Society & Health
  • PHIL6020: Ethical Issues in Professional Life
  • MEDI5004: The Australian Health Care System
  • MEDI5005: Human Body 1
  • MEDI5006: Cellular and Molecular Biology
  • MEDI5007: Human Body 2
  • MEDI5008: Research Methods in Health
  • MEDI6008: Applied Research 1
  • MEDI6009: Applied Research 2

  Full details of the program requirements are contained in the Program Requirements.

  More information regarding courses can be found at the course descriptions page.

• Entry requirements

  To be eligible for admission to The University of Notre Dame Australia, all applicants must meet the University’s minimum requirements for admission. The requirements for admission are detailed in the University’s Policy: Admissions.

  To be eligible for admission to the Master of Health and Medical Sciences applicants must also meet the following specific requirements:

  • As a minimum qualification, a recognised Bachelor degree.

• Learning outcomes

  Upon successful completion of the Master of Health and Medical Sciences graduates will be able to:

  1. Apply knowledge of the structure and function of the human body, health, health care and advancing medical knowledge in professional contexts.
  2. Integrate knowledge of health and medical sciences in other fields of endeavour, for professional development and lifelong learning.
  3. Critically analyse and apply ethical principles related to health care and medical sciences.
  4. Apply research and problem-solving skills to analyse and critically appraise health and scientific information.
  5. Communicate health and medical science information effectively.
  6. Apply an understanding of the organization and regulatory framework of the Australian healthcare system in professional contexts.
  7. Critically analyse the impact of biological, social and environmental determinants of health on the well-being of individuals and populations.
  8. Apply a comprehensive and practical understanding of research methods to health and medical science research.
  9. Apply oral presentation and scientific writing skills to disseminate research findings.
  10. Create new knowledge by conducting, evaluating and collaboratively reflecting upon defensible research in an area of interest within the health and medical sciences.

• Supervision

  Based on the students topic of research, students will be paired with an expert in the field who will provide guidance throughout the final two research courses in the program.

• Mode of study and assessment

  The Master of Health and Medical Sciences is fully online, and is provided over two years of part time study.

• Career opportunities

  A Master of Health and Medical Sciences will give you the skills and knowledge to work as a research assistant in government, non-government organisations, labs or universities.

• Real-world experience

  You will learn from our academics, who are leaders in their field. There are no practicum requirements for this program.

• Fees and costs

  This Program has the following loan scheme(s) available for eligible students:

  Domestic Fee-Paying
  A domestic fee-paying place is a place at university where the student is responsible for the full cost the program.

  Eligible domestic fee-paying students may apply for the FEE-HELP loan scheme which assists eligible fee-paying students with the payment of all, or part, of their tuition fees, not including additional study costs such as accommodation or textbooks. Your FEE-HELP debt will be indexed each year in line with the Consumer Price Index.

  For indicative fees and information on how to pay, including Government loan schemes and our online calculator, visit our Fees, costs and scholarships page.

• More information

  View application steps for a Higher Degree by Research (HDR) program on How to apply - Graduate research.

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