Monash University Malaysia

Overview of Master of Science (Research) in Monash University Malaysia Malaysia

This research degree may be undertaken in any of the School of Science’s principal research areas and strengths. You must complete a 50,000 to 70,000-word theses as part of the program.

The work undertaken for this degree must constitute a significant contribution to the knowledge and understanding of a field of study of direct concern to the school and demonstrate your capacity to carry out independent research.

SUBJECTS

The Master of Science (Research) may be undertaken in the School of Science’s principal areas of research, including:

• Biodiversity and conservation
• Biotechnology
• Chemistry
• Environmental science
• Food science and technology
• Genetics and genomics
• Infectious disease
• Medical bioscience
• Microbiology
• Natural products and drug discovery
• Tropical biology

CAREER PROSPCETS

Science graduates gain employment in genetic engineering, agricultural support, pharmaceutical science, banking and finance, environmental consulting, hospitals, medical institutes, mining, petroleum, engineering, research, and the wine and food industries.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

To apply for the Master of Science (Research) program, you must have completed a degree with honours 1 (first-class) or 2A (upper second class) in a relevant research area.