PhD

PhD of Medical Science

Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology (RMIT)

Melbourne, Australia
3 years
English
On campus
PhD

About the program

Bachelor of Medical Science (Honours) at Monash University Malaysia is a 1-year honours add-on programme in the Jeffrey Cheah School of Medicine and Health Sciences focused on medical science research.

Program highlights

Internship available: no
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (3 years): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Apply core theories and methods in Medical Science
Strengthen skills in health and life sciences
Evidence-based practice
Communication and ethical decision-making
And present well-supported conclusions in academic or professional settings.

Career outcomes

Healthcare Assistant
Research Assistant
Community Service Coordinator

Curriculum

Illustrative study areas: health and life sciences
Evidence-based practice
Communication and ethical decision-making.

Entry requirements

Academic

Honours bachelor (research component
Distinction average) or a master degree with research component (distinction average)
Or equivalent evidence
Research proposal and supervisor required.

Accepted academic background

Honours bachelor or master degree with research component.

Language tests

IELTS 6.5
TOEFL iBT 79
PTE Academic 58
Cambridge 176

Documents you’ll need

Completed application form
Degree certificates
Academic transcripts
Passport copy
English proficiency evidence
Curriculum vitae
Research proposal
Academic references
Supervisor information when required.

How to apply

Check entry requirements and find a research project and two supervisors. Apply online through RMIT's Application Portal (no application fee for research degrees). Intake is continuous
With scholarship closing dates. Upload transcripts
Certificates
English test evidence and a research proposal naming two supervisors. Supervisor agreement or interview as required. Accept the offer and pay the deposit stated in the offer letter (may include OSHC). Get the Confirmation of Enrolment and apply for a student visa (subclass 500) with proof of funds.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$40,320 AUD
Application fee	$100 AUD
Deposit	$5,000 AUD

Program details

Campus	Bundoora
Faculty or school	STEM College
Department	School of Health and Biomedical Sciences
Teaching language	English
Credit value	288
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	3 years
Scholarship note	Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology (RMIT University) may offer institutional, Merit-based, Departmental, Or international student scholarships to eligible applicants. Award value, Eligibility, And deadlines vary by program and intake.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
February 2027
Apply by
No deadline listed

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 3 years.