Master of Applied Science (Health and Disease)

About the course

This masters by research lets you investigate the molecular basis of health and disease through a supervised research project. You will work with experienced researchers and access strong experimental platforms spanning gene discovery, functional genomics, pre-clinical development and therapeutic testing. Research areas can include immunity, infectious disease, cancer, metabolism, structural biology and nanomedicine. This Master by Research builds advanced research capability in health and disease science.

Career outcome

Graduates are prepared for research-focused roles in universities, medical research institutes, hospitals and biotechnology or pharmaceutical organisations. The degree supports pathways into research assistant and scientist roles, project and laboratory-based research positions, and progression to a PhD. You will develop skills in designing and conducting studies, analysing evidence and communicating findings. This Master by Research supports careers in health and disease research and related biomedical science fields.

Living Costs in Melbourne**

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

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

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***Source: PayScale.com (2026)