Doctor of Medical Science (by Research)
The University of Melbourne
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00116K
The Doctor of Medical Science is a graduate research doctorate offered by the Melbourne Medical School only open to senior medical graduates of the University of Melbourne and other recognised universities. It is designed for medical graduates to develop advanced skills in carrying out independent and sustained research at the doctoral research level.
Structure
Students complete a thesis of approximately 50,000 - 80,000 words over a maximum period of up to four years full time, eight years part time.
Subjects
- Centre for Youth
- Mental Health
Standard entry requirements
A medical degree with a minimum (University of Melbourne) 75% weighted average, or higher, completed at least two years before enrolling in the course.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Entry | Mid year intake | Attendance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parkville | Yes |
Fee comments
Campuses: Parkville.
This course is supported by the Australian Government Research Training Program (RTP), under which domestic students are exempt from tuition fees for the normal duration of the course.
Further information
Research projects are available in the areas of: Adolescents; Cancer; Cardio metabolic disease; Cardiovascular disease; Child health; Chronic disease; Diabetes; General practice; Gynaecology; Imaging; Integrated clinical medicine; Medical education; Mental health; Musculoskeletal; Neuroscience; Obstetrics; Ophthalmology; Otolaryngology; Paediatrics; Primary care; Psychiatry; Radiology; Rural health; Stroke; Surgery; Women's health.
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