Master of Health and Medical Research

About the course

Undertake advanced coursework as well as a supervised major research project. Successful completion of this degree will make you eligible for doctoral research programs. The programme develops advanced clinical reasoning, health leadership, and evidence-based practice for complex care environments.

Career outcome

Graduates may pursue research-focused roles across hospitals, health services, medical research institutes, universities, government and industry. The degree supports work in clinical trials, public health and health program evaluation, research coordination and data-driven health improvement projects. It can also prepare you for progression into higher-degree research study. This is a Masters qualification supporting careers in Medicine and health research settings. Preparing graduates for clinical leadership, health management, and advanced nursing or allied health specialist roles.

Living Costs in Gold Coast**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 22 - 29	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,564 - 2,068	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,096 - 1,449
Transportation (Daily) A$ 3 - 9	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 234 - 310

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)