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James Cook University (JCU)

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Graduate Diploma of Medical Science

  • Graduate Diploma

Learn from industry professionals in JCU's cutting-edge custom laboratories. Network and form professional relationships with potential future employers.

Key details

Degree Type
Graduate Diploma
Duration
1 year full-time
Course Code
116107
Study Mode
In person
Intake Months
Feb, Jul
Domestic Fees
$12,720 per year / $12,720 total

About this course

Learn from industry professionals in JCU's cutting-edge custom laboratories. Network and form professional relationships with potential future employers.

Entry requirements

AQF level 7 bachelor degree in biomedical sciences or cognate degree; or equivalent

Study locations

Townsville

Career pathways

As a JCU Medical Science graduate, you will be equipped with specialist skills that enable employment in a variety of medical settings.

By choosing the Clinical Sciences major you could work as a clinical scientist, cardiac scientist, respiratory scientist, sleep scientist, or neuroscientist. By choosing the Medical Science major you could specialise in areas of diagnostic pathology such as clinical microbiology, haematology or transfusion science. Alternatively, you could find opportunities in clinical biochemistry, histopathology, immunology, serology, or laboratory management. Some graduates also go on to study the Master of Medical Science.

Graduates may be eligible for membership with the Australian Institute of Medical Scientists (AIMS).

Graduates (CMS major) may be eligible for membership with Australian Council of Clinical Physiologists (ACCP) or Professionals in Cardiac Sciences Australia (PICSA).

How to apply

Complete an online application through our Online Application Portal.