Course Overview

About This Course

This 2-year research degree is designed to train students in omics science technologies and their application in healthcare. Students will gain extensive theoretical knowledge and practical experience from researchers at the forefront of systems medicine; and apply this new knowledge to undertake a real world health care related project. On… For more content click the Read More button below. This 2-year research degree is designed to train students in omics science technologies and their application in healthcare. Students will gain extensive theoretical knowledge and practical experience from researchers at the forefront of systems medicine; and apply this new knowledge to undertake a real world health care related project. On completion of this course, graduates will have a high level of multidisciplinary expertise to meet the skills currently sought by employers in academia/industry/healthcare sectors. Students will undertake 12 points of taught coursework, 12 points of research preparation and a 24 points research dissertation. Master of Systems Medicine (Research) (MSysMed(Res)) must successfully complete 24 credit points of graduate coursework units and a research thesis of 24 credit points. Read Less about Overview

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Perth

15 Carlten Pl, Mandurah, WA 6210

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Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

A recognised Bachelor Degree (AQF Level 7) with a GPA of 3.0 or higher, including evidence of studies in either biochemistry or chemistry and either mathematics or statistics.
Completion of the Graduate Certificate in Systems Medicine or Graduate Diploma in Systems Medicine with a course average of 65% or higher.
Exceptional applicants with a lower GPA who also have research experience and/or relevant professional experience may also be considered.
English: Equivalent of an Academic IELTS overall score of 6.5 with no band less than 6.0.

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Research Scientist
Systems Medicine Researcher
Bioinformatics Scientist
Computational Biologist
Biomedical Data Scientist
Clinical Research Associate
Clinical Research Scientist
Genomics Analyst
Precision Medicine Scientist
Molecular Biology Researcher
Translational Research Scientist
Pharmaceutical Research Scientist
Biotechnology Scientist
Medical Science Liaison
Scientific Consultant
Research Officer
Academic Lecturer
Postgraduate Researcher

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units6 units

BIO512

Introduction to Systems Medicine

BIO513

Introduction to Bioinformatics and Data Science

BIO514

Applications of Systems Medicine

MMF600

Advanced Research Methods for Scientists

BIO603

Research Experience in Systems Medicine

GRO600

Thesis Unit

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the entry requirements for the Master of Systems Medicine (Research)?

To be eligible for the Master of Systems Medicine (Research), applicants must have a recognised Bachelor Degree (AQF Level 7) with a GPA of 3.0 or higher, including evidence of studies in either biochemistry or chemistry and either mathematics or statistics. Alternatively, they can complete the Graduate Certificate in Systems Medicine or Graduate Diploma in Systems Medicine with a course average of 65% or higher.

Is there an English language requirement for this course?

Yes, the English language requirement for this Master program is an equivalent of an Academic IELTS overall score of 6.5 with no band less than 6.0.

What is the duration of the Master of Systems Medicine (Research)?

The Master of Systems Medicine (Research) is designed to be completed in 2 years.

How is the course structured?

The course requires students to undertake 12 points of taught coursework, 12 points of research preparation and a 24 points research dissertation, totaling 48 credit points.

What are the career opportunities after completing this course?

Career opportunities for graduates include roles in academia, industry, and healthcare sectors, where multidisciplinary expertise in systems medicine is sought.

Application

How to Apply

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Course Snapshot

Salary, careers & skills

Typical Salary

Entry-level — Intern / PGY1 (0-2 years)AUD $70,000 to $95,000 per year

Early Career — Resident / Registrar (2-5 years)AUD $95,000 to $160,000 per year

Mid-Level — GP / Junior Specialist (5-10 years)AUD $160,000 to $300,000 per year

Career Paths

Intern / Postgraduate Year 1 (PGY1) DoctorResident Medical Officer (RMO)General Practitioner (GP)Rural GeneralistEmergency Medicine Physician

Key Skills

Clinical diagnosis and patient assessmentMedical history taking and physical examinationEvidence-based clinical reasoning and decision-makingPharmacology and safe prescribing practicesProcedural and surgical skills

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