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Master of Applied Science (Health and Disease)

Masters.
Deakin University

250

in world overall ranking*

13

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

This Master of Applied Science (Health and Disease) is a higher degree by research focused on understanding the molecular basis of health and disease. You will undertake supervised research across areas such as immunity, infectious and metabolic diseases, cancer, genomics, and nanomedicine, using relevant experimental platforms. The program culminates in a substantial original contribution to knowledge and is designed to build specialist laboratory and research capability at master’s level in biomedical science.

Career outcome

Graduates may pursue research-focused careers in universities, medical research institutes, and health or biotechnology organisations. The degree develops capabilities in designing and conducting research projects, analysing scientific data, and communicating findings, supporting pathways into PhD study. Potential roles include research assistant/associate, laboratory scientist, research officer, and early-career academic positions, aligned with master’s-level research training in health and disease sciences.


Living Costs in Melbourne**


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Restaurant
(Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant)
A$ 15 - 20
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom in City Centre)
A$ 1,583 - 2,094
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom Outside of Centre)
A$ 1,207 - 1,596
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Transportation
(Daily)
A$ 7 - 9
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Utilities per Month
(Electricity, Mobile & Internet)
A$ 240 - 318

Average Salary***


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*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)
**Source: numbeo.com
***Source: PayScale.com (2026)

Costs

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A$46,400 per year

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Information

tick icon Duration

2 years

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Trimester 1, Trimester 2, Trimester 3

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Online
Burwood (Melbourne)
Waurn Ponds (Geelong)

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H860

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+61 3 9663 5333

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australia@augstudy.com

Scholarships

tick iconDEAKIN INTERANTIONAL SCHOLARSHIP

25% of tuition fees

tick iconDEAKIN ALUMNI POSTGRADUATE BURSARY

15% of reduction per unit

tick iconDEAKIN WARRNAMBOOL RESIDENTIAL INTERNATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS

Up to 50% of accommodation fees

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