Master of Biomedical Science (Infection and Immunity)
Duration: 1 Year(s)
The University of Sydney
Sydney, New South Wales (NSW), Australia
Course TypeMaster
Course Specialty
Biomedical Science
Affiliation
The University of Sydney
Overview
- The Master of Biomedical Science (Infection and Immunity) at University of Sydney is tailored to meet growing demand in the biomedical industry and research for professionals trained in advanced infection and immunity sciences.
- The curriculum comprises 48 credit points: 12 cp of core units, 12 cp of capstone selective units (which may include research or industry project), and 18 to 24 cp of stream-selective units, along with up to 6 cp of electives.
- Core units include, e.g., Clinical Laboratory Science, Principles in Immunology. Stream selectives cover units like Virology & Cell Technology, Advanced Medical Bacteriology, Clinical Immunology & Immunotherapy, Clinical Mycology & Parasitology, Pathogen Genomics, and Infectious Disease Epidemiology.
- The programme is offered on campus at locations such as the Westmead Campus, with strong laboratory and research-centre integration (e.g., molecular mycology labs).
- Graduates are prepared for roles in diagnostic laboratories, biomedical research, public health, outbreak response teams, and related industry sectors.
Fee (INR):
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Stipend (INR):
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Accomodation:
Hostel Facility
Scholarship:
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Eligibility
- Must hold a relevant bachelor’s degree as described above.
- Must meet required academic standard (e.g., WAM ≥ 65 or honours) or have relevant work experience.
- English language proficiency for international students (e.g., IELTS scope as above).
- Applicants should be prepared for advanced laboratory and immunology content (assumed knowledge in microbiology/immunology).
Minimum Education
Bachelor Degree
Admission Process:
- Check eligibility: ensure you meet academic and English requirements.
- Gather required documents: transcripts, degree certificate, proof of relevant work experience (if applicable), CV/resume, and English test scores (if applicable).
- Submit an online application via the University of Sydney’s postgraduate admissions portal for the Master of Biomedical Science (Infection and Immunity).
- Application review based on academic merit, background relevance and suitability for the specialisation.
- Receive admission offer; accept offer, enrol and pay the required tuition/deposit.
- Commence study: select units of study, complete the required credit points (48), and partake in any required laboratory/industry project.
- Graduate upon meeting all course requirements.
