PhD (Medical Science)

RMIT University

Australia, Melbourne

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RMIT University

Australia , Melbourne

Key Facts

Program Level

PhD (Philosophy Doctorate)

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

110532A

Application Fee

AUD 100

Campuses

Bundoora

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesJuly-2025

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Duration 4 year(s)

Tuition Fee

AUD 36,480 / year

Next Intake July-2025

PhD (Medical Science)

About

Apply your advanced research skills to shape the future of medicine and tackle key health challenges.

Medical research plays an important role in enhancing our knowledge of human health, diseases and medicine. The School of Health and Biomedical Sciences conducts discovery, translational and clinical research focused on healthy ageing and chronic diseases.

This is an interdisciplinary course that brings together clinical and basic researchers from across the health and biomedical science disciplines including, but not limited to, Biomedical Science, Laboratory Medicine, Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Science, Physiotherapy and Medical Radiations.

Why study medical science at RMIT?

Broad networking opportunities

Gain the benefits of interdisciplinary research with industry connections.

Active academics

Explore focused research themes driven by experienced academics with active research interests and collaborations.

Holistic approach

Enjoy a bench-to-bedside-to-community approach involving clinical, non-clinical, experimental and educational research.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

The minimum requirements for admission to a PhD program are:

A bachelor's degree requiring at least four (4) years of full-time study in a relevant discipline awarded with honours. The degree should include a research component comprised of a thesis, other research projects or research methodology subjects that constitute at least 25% of a full-time academic year (or part-time equivalent). The applicant must have achieved at least a distinction average in the final year. OR
A master's degree that includes a research component comprised of at least 25% of a full-time academic year (or part-time equivalent) with an overall distinction average; OR
A master's degree without a research component with at least a high distinction average; OR
Evidence of appropriate academic qualifications and/or experience that satisfies the Associate Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Research Training and Development or nominee that the applicant has developed knowledge of the field of study or cognate field and the potential for research sufficient to undertake the proposed program.

At RMIT a grade of distinction represents academic achievement of 70% or higher and a high distinction is 80% or higher.

If you are a current master by research candidate, you are able to apply for a transfer to a doctor of philosophy program through the process prescribed in the RMIT Higher Degree by Research policy.

English Program Requirements

To study this course you will need to complete one of the following English proficiency tests:

IELTS (Academic): minimum overall band of 6.5 (with no individual band below 6.0)
TOEFL (Internet Based Test - IBT): minimum overall score of 79 (with minimum of 13 in Reading, 12 in Listening, 18 in Speaking and 21 in Writing)
Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE (A)): minimum score of 58 (with no communication band less than 50)
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): minimum of 176 with no less than 169 in any component.

For detailed information on English language requirements and other proficiency tests recognised by RMIT, visit English language requirements and equivalency information.

Don't meet the English language test scores? Complete an English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Advanced Plus at RMIT University Pathways (RMIT UP).

Career

As a graduate, you will be highly sought after for a research or research-related career (including senior leadership and management positions) in various health and medical sectors, such as the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industry, government and public health, medical radiations, hospitals, universities, and research institutes.

Expected career pathways for graduates of this degree include:

research and academic positions in universities, hospitals and research institutes
pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry roles in research and development, clinical trials coordination, quality control, regulatory affairs, medical science liaison, medical affairs or leadership and management
government and public health careers, investigating public health issues, epidemiology and health policy, and contributing to evidence-based decision-making.

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

AUD 36,480

Application Fee

AUD 100

How to Apply

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