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About the course
UWA’s Master of Pathology is a postgraduate programme designed to build advanced research capability in pathology and laboratory medicine. You’ll deepen your understanding of disease processes and lab-based investigation, developing skills to contribute to research-led practice in health and biomedical settings. This master’s degree supports progression into specialised research roles within pathology-focused environments in Medicine. The programme develops advanced clinical reasoning, health leadership, and evidence-based practice for complex care environments.
Career outcome
Graduates may pursue roles supporting or delivering research in pathology and laboratory medicine across universities, hospitals, government and industry. Typical pathways include research laboratory assistant positions, biopharmaceutical research roles and government research work. This Master of Pathology provides postgraduate preparation for research-intensive careers connected to diagnostic science and laboratory medicine within the Medicine discipline. Preparing graduates for clinical leadership, health management, and advanced nursing or allied health specialist roles.
Living Costs in Perth**
Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 23 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,255 - 1,660 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 866 - 1,146 |
Transportation (Daily) A$ 6 - 8 |
Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 243 - 321 |
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