Overview

Candidates develop a range of skills, including independent thinking, project management, data analysis and critical thinking, as well as refined communication skills.

The Master of Health Sciences (Research) at Swinburne University of Technology fosters the development of independent research skills, making it ideal preparation for those looking to undertake further research through a PhD program and/or pursue a career in research.

Aims and objectives

As a student in this program you will develop knowledge of research methodology and techniques appropriate to your field of study, and experience in the application of such methodology by conducting a specified program of research under appropriate supervision. In addition, you will develop skills in analysing literature and engaging in debate in the substantive area of the thesis topic at an advanced level.

Programme Structure

Our supervisors’ specialities include, but are not limited to:

Psychology (e.g. social, clinical, forensic, developmental, educational)

Neuroscience (e.g. cognitive neuroscience, neuroimaging, neuromarketing, psychopharmacology, neurodegenerative disease, neurodevelopmental disorders)

Health Sciences (e.g. digital health, health promotion, disabilities, chronic diseases, cardiovascular risks, physiology, sports and exercise science, sensory systems)

Data Sciences (e.g. health analytics, biostatistics, epidemiology, statistics)

Health Professions (e.g. dietetics, nursing)

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-01 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

More details

International: It is strongly advised that they consider applying at least three months in advance of their intake’s start date.

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Melbourne, Australia

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

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English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS code 082697E

You must have completed a three-year degree with a minimum average of 65% in the final year units of study. Other relevant experience will also be taken into account in assessing your application.

One of the following:

minimum IELTS overall band of 6.5 (Academic Module) with no individual band below 6.0 or a TOEFL iBT (internet-based) minimum score of 79 (with a reading band no less than 18 and writing band no less than 20); or Pearson (PTE) 58 (no communicative skills less than 50) no longer than 24 months before submitting your application
satisfactory completion of Swinburne’s English for Academic Purposes (EAP 5 Advanced level) with overall 70%, all skills 65%
successful completion of a total of 24 months (full time equivalent) of formal study where the language of instruction and assessment was English at AQF level 7 or above (or equivalent) at an approved university no longer than 60 months before submitting your application.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

43600 AUD / year

≈ 43600 AUD / year

Additional Details

If you are a domestic student your application will be automatically considered for a Government-funded Research Training Program (RTP) place.

Living costs

Melbourne

Australia

1501 - 2659 AUD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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