Bunbury,
WA,
Australia
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD - Medical Science in Joondalup Australia | Edith Cowan University
Edith Cowan University
|
Joondalup Australia
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
AUD
40,400
(c. USD28,430.33)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
ECU's Medical Science research focuses on key areas including Neuroscience (specializing in Alzheimer’s and Huntington’s disease), Cancer (with a strong focus on Melanoma), Reproductive Biology, and Evolutionary Biology.
Postgraduate research topics are tailored in collaboration with the coordinator or potential supervisor. We especially welcome applications from candidates interested in: Genetic and epigenetic factors in Alzheimer’s disease; Early detection and prevention of Alzheimer’s; Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART); Reproductive health and pregnancy; Blood-based biomarkers for Melanoma and other cancers; Family and intergenerational health; Suboptimal health and glycomics. Current research projects explore genetic influences on Alzheimer’s progression, lifestyle effects on disease prevention, and biomarker studies. Additional work includes developing blood-based diagnostic tools for melanoma and other cancers, as well as biomarkers for type 2 diabetes. Researchers also contribute to the Busselton Healthy Ageing Study, e-health initiatives for dementia, enhancing ART success rates, factors affecting fetal and placental development, grandparent roles in family health, and evolutionary approaches to health and disease. The School features specialized medical science labs and a dedicated neuroscience facility, all equipped with cutting-edge technology.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
The following course-specific admission requirements are mandatory and must be satisfied by all applicants. These requirements are in addition to or supersede the minimum requirements outlined within the Academic admission requirements band section below.
All applicants are required to have the equivalent of 6 months full time research (which must involve a research output which includes the conception and design of the project, and analysis and interpretation of findings) if applying with a Masters qualification other than a Master by Research.
Applicants seeking online study will be required to provide additional information to support their application, as not all projects nor disciplines are suited to online study.
Special entry may be considered for applications to the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA) who will be required to attend an audition and/or interview.
For more information, including guidelines for specific disciplines, please see our Interviews, folios and auditions web page.
Academic admission requirements (Band 11) may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:
Masters Degree (Research), or
Bachelor Honours Degree (First or Upper Second class), or
Demonstrated capacity to undertake original PhD-level research.
It is desirable that all applicants contact a potential supervisor to discuss their research project before applying. Information about ECU's Research Institutions, Centres and Supervisors can be found in the school brochures listed on the Applying for a Research Degree website or the staff contact page of the relevant School.
IELTS Academic Overall band minimum score of 6.5 (no individual band less than 6.0),
TOEFL iBT or TOEFL iBT Special Home Edition - Minimum score of 84, with no individual score less than 17.
TOEFL paper-based test (PBT) - Minimum score of 573, including Test of Written English of 5.0 or better.
All applicants are required to have the equivalent of 6 months full time research (which must involve a research output which includes the conception and design of the project, and analysis and interpretation of findings) if applying with a Masters qualification other than a Master by Research.
Applicants seeking online study will be required to provide additional information to support their application, as not all projects nor disciplines are suited to online study.
Special entry may be considered for applications to the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA) who will be required to attend an audition and/or interview.
For more information, including guidelines for specific disciplines, please see our Interviews, folios and auditions web page.
Academic admission requirements (Band 11) may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:
Masters Degree (Research), or
Bachelor Honours Degree (First or Upper Second class), or
Demonstrated capacity to undertake original PhD-level research.
It is desirable that all applicants contact a potential supervisor to discuss their research project before applying. Information about ECU's Research Institutions, Centres and Supervisors can be found in the school brochures listed on the Applying for a Research Degree website or the staff contact page of the relevant School.
IELTS Academic Overall band minimum score of 6.5 (no individual band less than 6.0),
TOEFL iBT or TOEFL iBT Special Home Edition - Minimum score of 84, with no individual score less than 17.
TOEFL paper-based test (PBT) - Minimum score of 573, including Test of Written English of 5.0 or better.
Tuition
AUD
40,400