Bachelor of Medical Science (Honours) 1 year

Undertake an Honours year

Investigate the science of the human body.

An Honours year is a challenging yet rewarding program of study to extend your intellectual and practical experience in your chosen science discipline. Learn from renowned researchers in a range of sciences including biochemistry, biotechnology, microbiology, molecular biology, neuroscience and more. You will complete an independent research project, learn new skills and help bring important scientific ideas into reality.

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Why undertake an Honours year in Medical Science at Flinders?

Be a part of research that is making a difference.
Access state-of-the-art research facilities and be a part of the future of medical research in our new Health and Medical Research Building, opening 2024.
Choose from a wide range of projects in Molecular Biosciences, Healthy Communities and Clinical Translation.
Be immersed in a strong clinical and research environment.
Cutting edge laboratory techniques and experiments that prepare you for work as a medical scientist across the globe.
Eligibility to apply, on graduation, for a sub-quota of up to 25 places in Flinders’ Doctor of Medicine (domestic students only).
Eligibility to apply on completion to the Flinders' Doctor of Medicine, under the reserved sub-quota (domestic students only).
Experience that is applicable for HDR applications.
Be supported by the Flinders Health and Medical Research Institute's Research Education Development Hub (FHMRI-RED).

Your career

The degree provides options for students interested in a wide range of careers in the medical and health sciences. Graduates may find employment in such fields as medical science, pharmaceutical research, biomedical organisations, diagnostic laboratories, health administration, and health planning and policy.

Potential occupations include:

Bone densitometry technician
Medical laboratory technician
Medical scientist
Research and development scientist
Laboratory medical scientist
Laboratory assistant
Pathology assistant

Potential employers include:

Universities and research institutes
Government
Industry-funded organisations
Pharmaceutical industry
Government regulatory bodies
Biomedical companies
Diagnostic laboratories

What you will study

You can complete your Honours year studies in a range of science disciplines. Depending on your area of interest, expand your advanced understanding and gain valuable skills in reviewing literature, planning and executing experiments, time management, organisational skills and science communication and presentations.

Areas of specialisation:

Biochemistry
Biotechnology
Microbiology
Molecular biology
Neuroscience

Cancer biology
Cardiovascular research
Opthalmology
Precision Dosing
Genetics

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Entry requirements

Entry into one-year Honours is highly competitive. If you have demonstrated academic excellence (a Grade Point Average of 5 or above) during your bachelor degree you are invited to apply for Honours.

Whether you’re invited to apply, or want to apply, you will need to contact the Honours coordinator in your discipline to discuss your project and arrange for supervision. The Honours coordinator can be contacted by emailing cmph.enquiries@flinders.edu.au.

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FHMRI Researcher Education
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FHMRI-RED is here to help you grow your research skills and networks to maximise your research outcomes and real-world impact.

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Projects for Honours Candidates

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When to apply

Applications for 2025 are now open.

How to apply

Submit your application directly to Flinders University through the online application system.

If you have never studied at or made an application to Flinders University, you can register and submit your application for admission to a 1-year Honours course using the eApplication portal. You will receive two emails once your application is completed: confirmation of application submission; and a second email with your student ID. Note, it may take 1-4 hours for your student ID to be created.

If you have studied at Flinders University within the last 12 months you can submit your application for admission to a one-year Honours course via the Student System. You can apply for admission by selecting the My Applications tab at the top of the page, and searching for your course.

If you studied at Flinders University more than 12 months ago you will need to reactivate your FAN first. With an active FAN you will then be able to submit your application for admission via the Student System as advised above.