Clinical Research - M6028
Master's degree
To ensure depth of understanding, as well as providing a valuable opportunity to innovate within your particular field, you also have the option to develop your own research project within a clinical research or translational research specialisation.
The clinical research specialisation will allow you to develop a detailed understanding of biostatistics, epidemiology, data management, clinical trials, clinical measurement, ethical practice, systematic reviews, meta-analysis, and critical appraisal of the scientific literature for application in research and clinical practice.
The translational research specialisation will allow you to develop a detailed understanding of the ways in which innovative research findings can be translated into clinical applications and undertake translational research in areas including central nervous system disorders, metabolic disorders, blood disorders and immunology.
The overall course structure and flexibility will assist you to extend, integrate and apply your core knowledge and skills with depth across the broad domains of clinical practice and biomedical research. As part of your chosen specialisation, you will undertake a Project in Advanced Clinical Practice (Clinical Research specialisation) or the Project in Clinical and Translational Research (Translational Medicine specialisation). This will provide you with training for careers in Clinical Research and may be a pathway to doctoral studies.
Taught by some of Australia’s leading clinical and research academics, the curriculum is designed for students seeking to engage in further professional research development. Structured around a mixture of online, face-to-face and hands on educational delivery, the course provides a level of detailed engagement that is also flexible. On campus teaching is delivered at The Alfred Hospital, a major teaching hospital in inner-city Melbourne.
IMPORTANT: This course is only available to international students in ‘on-campus’ mode. Please note that ‘on-campus’ mode comprises a mix of online learning and on-site teaching.
Specialisations:
- Clinical Research
- Translational Medicine
At a glance
Course Details
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| Note: | IMPORTANT: This course is only available to international students in ‘on-campus’ mode. Please note that ‘on-campus’ mode comprises a mix of online learning and on-site teaching. For most units, the majority of contact hours are facilitated through the University’s online learning platform, with additional face-to-face contact during designated study days at the School of Public Health & Preventive Medicine or at the Alfred Centre in Melbourne. |
Duration |
1, 1.5 or 2 years full-time depending on prior qualifications. See entry requirements. |
Start date |
First Semester (February), Second Semester (July) - Translational Medicine ONLY |
Qualification |
Master of Clinical Research, Master of Clinical Research (Translational Medicine) |
Please select a specialisation for more details:
MEET OUR STUDENTS
Master of Clinical Research graduate Dr Kate Markey has used her learnings to underpin a career that's taken her across the USA, where she designs and leads clinical research studies investigating the links between the microbiome and the outcomes of different treatments for blood cancers.
MEET OUR STUDENTS
Graduate Dr Taizo Nakanishi gained the confidence he needed to undertake research in trauma and critical care, and to teach others. He's since become a trail-blazer and champion of the burgeoning clinical research community in his native Japan.
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"The Translational Research stream has given me exactly what I need to follow my dream of helping end diabetes. Being able to conduct my own project in the diabetes space was an inspiration, and I like the 'bench to bedside' philosophy taken."– Dr Yvonne Zhang
Entry Requirements
You need to satisfy the following entrance requirements to be considered for entry to this course.
Minimum Entry Requirements (Domestic students)
Qualifications
Entry Level 1: | An Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline* with at least a Weighted Average Mark (WAM) of 60%. Note:
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Entry Level 2: | An Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline* with at least a Weighted Average Mark (WAM) of 60% and a minimum of one year of relevant work experience. OR An Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline* with a research Honours, or a Medical degree or a Monash University Bachelor of Public Health (M2012) or Bachelor of Health Science (M2014) degree; with at least a Weighted Average Mark (WAM) of 60%. Note:
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Entry Level 3: | An Australian master's degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline* or an Australian Master of Philosophy (or equivalent) or an Australian PhD or doctoral degree (or equivalent) plus a minimum of two years of relevant work experience. Note:
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*Relevant disciplines include: medical, nursing, allied health, other health related degree e.g. chiropractic, psychology, public health, environmental health, paramedic, imaging (radiology, nuclear medicine), biomedical engineering, dietetics/nutrition, pharmacy, social work, medical science/biomedical science/immunology, health science, laboratory science, and science.
English requirements
Applicants must also meet the English language requirements.
University entrance requirements
Minimum entrance requirements for admission to Monash University Australia.
Extra Requirements
Applicants must submit a curriculum vitae (CV), or a statement from employer to substantiate period of employment.
The course structure and progression map can be viewed in the Handbook.
Making the application
Future students
Semester one (February)
Apply directly to Monash using course code M6028
Semester two (July)
Note: Translational Medicine ONLY
Apply directly to Monash using course code M6028
Applications
When online applications close, domestic applicants should apply directly to the department via our Direct Application Form available on our website.
Self assess for credit eligibility
Check for study credit using the "Credit search" link on the Credit for prior study page.
Fees
Fees are subject to change annually.
Full fee
Fees are per 48 credit points which represents a standard full-time course load for a year. The fees for 2026 are:
A$35,100
Fee assistance
As a full fee-paying student, you may be eligible to apply for the optional FEE-HELP to assist you to pay all or part of your tuition fees.
Scholarships
We offer over 360 types of scholarships, valued at up to $280,000. Some scholarships offer one-off payments while others continue for the length of your course. Learn more about Monash Scholarships.
Other costs and fees
For information on other study costs and fees, see other study costs.