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Master of Philosophy in Natural and Physical Sciences

Masters.
James Cook University

250

in world overall ranking*

10

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

This Masters course will allow students to gain a sophisticated understanding of medical, natural, mathematical or biological sciences in order to contribute to research in your field or develop your career prospects. Students are typically able to choose to undertake coursework only options or a minor thesis as part of the program.

What you might learn

Students can choose units of study such as research techniques, advanced technology skills, communication skills or laboratory skills, including an option of undertaking placements for some courses. Training throughout the degree will help you to develop key skills to specialise in that subject area.

Career outcome

Upon graduating from this program, you may be employed in roles such as research scientist, academic, policy analyst, healthcare administrator, quality assurance manager, microbiologist, and etc. in companies including Pfizer, Johnson & Johnson, Novartis, Merck & Co., Roche, and etc.

Campus

  • Townsville, QLD
  • Cairns, QLD

Living Costs in Townsville**



Restaurant
(Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant)
A$ 15 - 20

Rent per Month
(1 bedroom in City Centre)
A$ 1,146 - 1,515

Rent per Month
(1 bedroom Outside of Centre)
A$ 1,074 - 1,421

Transportation
(Daily)
A$ 5 - 7

Utilities per Month
(Electricity, Mobile & Internet)
A$ 234 - 309

Average Salary**


Costs

Tuition fees per year

A$ 38,960

Information

Duration

2 years

Upcoming Intakes

Jul 2019

Course Code

081373M

Hotline

+61 3 9663 5333

Email

australia@augstudy.com

Scholarships

AIMS@JCU Scholarships

A$33,092

International Research Training Program Scholarship (IRTPS)

A$28,092

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