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Master of Biomedical Science

Masters.
Monash University

58

in world overall ranking*

6

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

The Master of Biomedical Science is a graduate research degree. Enrolment in a master's by research degree involves the independent investigation of a research problem that has been formulated by you as the student. It is expected that the research you undertake will make a contribution to the discipline in which you are enrolled by applying, critiquing, analysing or interpreting that knowledge in ways that facilitate pathways for further learning. You will be supported in your research by a supervisory team.

Career outcome

Graduates are prepared for research-focused roles across biomedical and health sectors, including universities, hospitals and medical research institutes, and biotechnology or pharmaceutical organisations. The degree supports pathways into PhD study and research careers involving experimental design, data analysis and translation of biomedical findings. This Masters-level research qualification builds specialist capability in biomedical science. Preparing graduates for research scientist, laboratory leadership, and specialist technical roles in the 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$53,800 per year

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Information

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2 years

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Alfred Hospital
Clayton
Box Hill
Southbank
Caulfield
Baker Institute
Peter Mac
Callum Cancer Centre
Burnet Institute
Monash Medical Centre
Alfred Hospital
Clayton
Box Hill
Southbank
Caulfield
Baker Institute
Peter Mac
Callum Cancer Centre
Burnet Institute
Monash Medical Centre
Malaysia
Clayton
Alfred Hospital
Burnet Institute
Malaysia
Baker Institute
Monash Medical Centre
Caulfield
Peter Mac
Callum Cancer Centre
Box Hill
Southbank

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2977

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+61 3 9663 5333

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australia@augstudy.com

Scholarships

tick iconINFORMATION TECHNOLOGY INDUSTRY-BASED LEARNING PLACEMENT SCHOLARSHIPS

A$18,000

tick iconPHARMACY INTERNATIONAL UNDERGRADUATE MERIT SCHOLARSHIP

Up to A$100,000

tick iconMONASH INTERNATIONAL SCHOLARSHIP FOR EXCELLENCE

Up to A$40,000

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