Overview

The Bachelor of Medical Science (Honours) - 1 year requires 1 year of full-time study (or the equivalent part-time). The course is offered by the College of Medicine and Public Health.

Student guidance

Program of study overview
Program of study notes

Program of study
36 Units

Year 136 Units
Honours Program36 Units

Admission requirements

Admission requirements
English Language requirements

Aims

This course aims to enable more capable students to extend their undergraduate career by demonstrating their ability to work in a research environment. In particular, the Honours year provides experience in research design, critical analysis of information, data management and theory generation using both qualitative and quantitative methods.

Learning outcomes

On completion of the course you will be able to:
1.
Apply basic knowledge to specific health issues and hence be prepared to undertake research projects in your field of interest
2.
Be equipped to pursue postgraduate research study
3.
Undertake a research project that involves clinical, quantitative or qualitative methods
4.
Present findings to the academic community
5.
Possess the skills to apply for and prepare research grants