Honours program

As the second biggest School within Monash’s Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences, the School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine (SPHPM) provides a rich and exciting range of Honours projects, embedded in a strong research environment.

We’re known globally for our leadership in public health research and advancement, driving strong results in international University ranking  systems. We offer a robust and supportive environment in which to learn about public health research, and its application to medical and public health policy and practice around the world.

Honours projects are a rewarding, immersive experience that teach  knowledge and analytical skills with broad career applicability, invaluable soft skills, and provide unparalleled networking opportunities.

An Honours year with us will open doors to a career in public health research  or practice, add depth to your clinical practice across medicine and healthcare, or lay the foundations for a career in health policy and leadership.

The School runs three Honours Streams. Click below to find out more and how to apply*.

*NOTE: BBiomedSc (Hons) applicants: Apply via the link above and also complete the SPHPM EOI FORM (docx). The Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Honours) at SPHPM does not have a mid-year intake.

WATCH

A week in the life of a Monash Health Sciences student

Join 2025 Monash Health Sciences Honours candidate Yehyung Lee on a behind the scenes tour of what life is like as you take a supported adventure into public health research!