Master of Science (Research)
KPT/JPT (R2/421/7/0012) 06/23 - MQA/SWA0121
Why study a Master of Science (Research)?
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.
How to apply
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Areas of study
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 opportunities
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.
Duration
The Master of Science (Research) degree can be undertaken over two years of full-time or four years of part-time study.
Fees
In 2021, annual tuition fees for this course are:
- RM42,333 for Malaysian students
- RM46,556 for international students.
■ Once-only fees
- Application - RM100
- Registration - RM200
■ Per-semester fee
- General amenities - RM100
■ Visa application fee for new international student
- Indonesia - RM3,340 (2 years)
- Other countries - RM2,330 (1 year)
Intake periods
You can apply for the Master of Science (Research) at Monash Malaysia throughout the year, subject to availability of supervision.
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More information
Please email scienceinquiries.res.my@monash.edu or +603 5514 6121 (Direct Line) for more information about the Master of Science (Research).