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Medical Science

Masters.
James Cook University

400

in world overall ranking*

50

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

The Master of Medical Science at James Cook University builds advanced capability in biomedical, medical laboratory and clinical sciences through practical, hands-on learning. You’ll work in specialised laboratories alongside industry-informed staff and develop research skills by completing a project aligned with your interests. The degree is designed to deepen scientific expertise and support professional advancement in medical science at the master’s level. The programme deepens scientific methodology, data interpretation, and applied research skills for laboratory and field-based careers.

Career outcome

Graduates may pursue roles across medical and biomedical laboratories, diagnostic and pathology services, clinical research and applied health science environments. The degree supports progression into senior laboratory positions, research assistant roles and pathways toward further research training. Skills developed are relevant to hospitals, public and private pathology providers, research institutes and allied clinical science settings, reflecting master’s-level practice in medical science.

Career outcome

Upon graduating from this program, you may be employed in roles such as paramedic, medical practitioner, surgeon, research scientist, scientific writer, medical sales executive, and etc. in companies including Johnson & Johnson, Pfizer, Novartis, Royal Melbourne Hospital, Better Health Channel, and etc.

Explore the majors available

Clinical Sciences, Medical Laboratory Science

Living Costs in Townsville**


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Restaurant
(Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant)
A$ 15 - 20
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom in City Centre)
A$ 1,146 - 1,515
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom Outside of Centre)
A$ 1,074 - 1,421
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Transportation
(Daily)
A$ 5 - 7
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Utilities per Month
(Electricity, Mobile & Internet)
A$ 234 - 309

Average Salary***


*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2023)
**Source: numbeo.com
***Source: payscale.com

Costs

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A$46,111 per year

tick icon Local:

A$31,190 per year

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Information

tick icon Duration

2 years

tick icon Upcoming Intakes

March, February, July

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Townsville

tick icon Course Code

117204

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+61 3 9663 5333

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australia@augstudy.com

Scholarships

tick iconISMS - MACC SCHOLARSHIP

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tick iconINTERNATIONAL RESEARCH TRAINING PROGRAM SCHOLARSHIP (IRTPS)

A$28,092

tick iconAIMS@JCU SCHOLARSHIPS

A$33,092

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