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University of Tasmania

A Master of Medical Science research degree enables a candidate to undertake a program of research and advanced study in a specialist field. A Masters degrees in Medical Science area focuses on in many different aspects of rural health, for example: health service delivery, policy, climate change, ageing, workforce, eHealth, intercultural health, food security, health literacy, community engagement in health, the training and education of health professionals, interprofessional practice. All candidates for a Masters degree are also required to enrol concurrently in two units in the Graduate Certificate of Research.
General knowledge about Medical Science and its global importance.
Biomedical research (or experimental medicine), in general simply known as medical research, is the basic research, applied research, ortranslational research conducted to aid and support the body of knowledge in the field of medicine. Medical research can be divided into two general categories are preclinical research and translational research. Medical research may involve doing research on public health, biochemistry, clinical research, microbiology, physiology, oncology, surgery and research on many other non-communicable diseases such as diabetes and cardiovascular diseases.
Applicants should apply after finding a potential supervisor and discussing and agreeing on their proposed topic. Applicants will be considered who have an honours degree with at least second class lower standard; or a masters degree with a minimum research component (eg a thesis); or substantial demonstrated sector experience, previous higher education studies and professional experience and/or published research work. International applicants must also meet the University's English language requirements for admission are an IELTS overall score,a minimum total score together with a Test of Written English (TWE) score on the paper based TOEFL,a minimum total score together with a minimum score of the internet based TOEFL,PTE Academic 58 with no score lower than 50, completion of a course of study, of at least 2 yrs duration, from an accredited University in a country where English is an official language.The study must have been instructed and examined in English. Studies must have been completed within the last 2 yrs and evidence in the form of a letter or certificate issued by the university Registrar’s office will need to be provided.
The course is accredited by the  Australian Institute of Medical Scientists (AIMS).
In addition to entry to a doctorate at a university, Master of Biomedical Science (Research) graduates are also highly sought after for positions across the spectrum of available careers. Graduates may take up roles in for example, Public and Private Pathology Laboratories, Research Institutes and Quality Assurance Agencies.
Minimum 2 yrs, Maximum 4 yrs.