Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Honours)

The honours degree builds on the knowledge gained in the Bachelor of Biomedical Science. It is designed to develop students' research skills, allow participants to learn specific techniques and gain a broader understanding of the biomedical sciences. The program consists of a significant research project and a compulsory coursework component

Students can undertake projects at the

• School of Biomedical Sciences (Clayton)
• School of Psychology, Psychiatry and Psychological Medicine (Clayton)
• Central and Eastern Clinical School (AMREP site)
• Southern Clinical School (MMC and MIMR)
• School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine
  

Students can undertake their research project within the faculty as listed above, or at one of the affiliated institutes such as

• the Baker Medical Research Institute
• Macfarlane Burnet Institute for Medical Research
• Mental Health Research Institute
• Prince Henry's Institute of Medical Research
• Monash Institute of Reproduction and Development

The research areas booklet has been devised to assist students in choosing a project and location. Students are directed to staff at the various locations when choosing a supervisor and project.

Prospective students may down-load the key research areas booklet to gain an idea of areas of research available, prospective supervisors and locations. Many departments in the Faculty hold Open Days. Students are encouraged to attend these as they disseminate valuable information about research projects and provide a good opportunity to talk directly with scientists.

Honours Open days allows students to make links with groups who may have projects of interest. Students are encouraged to contact research staff to explore the possibility of undertaking a project with them.

Information on the 2010 Biomedical Science Honours information session can be found here (pdf, 254kb) 

Be reminded: it is YOUR responsibility to select your supervisor and project. It is wise to have up to 3 projects lined up as you may NOT be given your first preference. The process takes time so start early.

Student who have degrees in Biomedical Science from other institutions are eligible to apply.