About the course

This degree provides graduates with the opportunity to undertake advanced study and research. You will gain a thorough training in applied scientific research and methodology and be prepared for higher degree by research studies and professional employment in the research field. The program consists of coursework (40 credit points) and a research component (80 credit point dissertation). The coursework will provide critical evaluation of research and presentation, develop the student's knowledge and understanding of statistical analyses techniques as applied to scientific research and develop an awareness of research proposal design and background. Students will have the opportunity to develop a research proposal including aims, methodology and a literature review. You will be prepared for professional employment in public and private sector research positions. You will also be able to continue with higher degree studies and pursue a research career. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 1 Year(s)Fees: AU$51,750

Intake	Location
Trimester 1 (March), 2024	Gold Coast
Trimester 2 (July), 2024	Gold Coast
Trimester 1 (March), 2025	Gold Coast
Trimester 2 (July), 2025	Gold Coast
Trimester 1 (March), 2026	Gold Coast
Trimester 2 (July), 2026	Gold Coast

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Griffith University

To be eligible for admission to this program, a student must fulfil the following criteria:

　　hold a Bachelor degree in medical science, biological science, pharmaceutical science or a related health discipline from Griffith University or from another university or institution with a GPA of at least 5 (using a 7-point scale) or equivalent.

　　A minimum overall band score of 6.5 on IELTS (Academic) with no sub-score of less than 6.0

　　OR a minimum score of 575 on TOEFL

　　OR an internet-based (iBT) TOEFL score of 79 (no sub-score less than 19)

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 79.0

　　

Application deadline:

This date isn’t available – speak to an IDP counsellor to get detailed information.

　　

Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at Griffith University. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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