Program Overview
The Master of Philosophy - Faculty of Medicine at Monash University is a MPhil programme in Medicine & Health Sciences over 24 months, delivered Hybrid. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of medicine & health sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Master of Philosophy - Faculty of Medicine programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Australia and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: Hybrid
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: AUD 39,900 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
- Location: Melbourne, Australia
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Master of Philosophy - Faculty of Medicine programme are prepared for diverse careers in medicine & health sciences:
- Healthcare Professional
- Clinical Researcher
- Health Policy Analyst
- Public Health Specialist
- Medical Writer
- Healthcare Manager
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- [\'Cancer & Blood Diseases\', \'Cardiovascular Disease\', \'Critical Care, Trauma & Perioperative Medicine\', \'Development, Stem Cells & Regenerative Medicine\', \'Infection, Inflammation & Immunity\', "Metabolism, Obesity & Men\'s Health", \'Neurosciences & Mental Health\', \'Public Health & Health Systems Improvement\', "Women\'s, Children\'s & Reproductive Health"]
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor’s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to Lower Second Class on the UK Honour scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on the UK Honour scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
Applicants must hold a bachelor\'s degree with honours 1, honours 2A, or honours upper 2B from Monash University, or have qualifications which in the opinion of the Research Graduate School Committee (RGSC) are equivalent or a satisfactory substitute.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
AUD 39,900 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
Tuition fees: AUD 39,900 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Monash University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Monash University
Monash University
Melbourne, Australia
public university based in Melbourne, Australia
University Profile- Application Deadline Nov, 2026
- Start Date Feb, 2027
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
