This interdisciplinary program covers comparative moral theory, research bioethics in an international setting, quantitative and qualitative research methodology, critical appraisal techniques and relevant law. Particular emphasis is given to ethical issues associated with research in developing countries in the Asia-Pacific Region. Students gain a strong theoretical framework, significant experience with ethics committees and considerable involvement with local organisations concerned with the development of bioethical policy and its implementation. The course comprises 12 core units covering principles of health care ethics; comparative moral theory and ethics; research with vulnerable populations; introductory epidemiology and biostatistics; critical appraisal skills, international research bioethics; research, bioethics and law; research practicum; field methods for international health; health of women and children in developing countries and community health communications and training.
Graduates may gain employment in the area of international public health research policy or as an international health research officer or in the field of capacity building in research ethics from a developmental perspective.
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| Intakes | First semester | First semester |
| Course Content | 2010 University handbook entry for this course | 2010 University handbook entry for this course |
| Duration | 1 year full-time, 2 years part-time | 1 year |
| Credit points | 72 total for course | 72 total for course |
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Fees for 2010
Fees are subject to change annually. |
Commonwealth supported place (CSP) Commonwealth supported place not offered for this course. Domestic fee per 48 credit points |
International fee per 48 credit points 48 credit points represents a standard full-time course load for a year $17,900 AUD The fee quoted is an annual fee based on 48 credit points of study. This is an intensive degree combining 3 semesters (1.5 years) of study into 12 months (72 credit points). To calculate the correct fee for this degree, please multiply the fee quoted by 1.5. |
| CRICOS code | Not applicable | 048299B |
| Monash course code | 3440 | 3440 |
| Faculty | Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences | Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences |
| Contact | All domestic and international enquiries should be directed to the Postgraduate Office, Department of Epidemiology and Preventative Medicine, Alfred Hospital, Melbourne VIC 3004. Email: pgradenq@med.monash.edu.au. Telephone: + 613 9903 0563 | All domestic and international enquiries should be directed to the Postgraduate Office, Department of Epidemiology and Preventative Medicine, Alfred Hospital, Melbourne VIC 3004. Email: pgradenq@med.monash.edu.au. Telephone: + 613 9903 0563 |
Applicants must have an undergraduate degree in an appropriate discipline and relevant professional experience. The department will individually assess applications from students without a degree who have extensive professional experience. International applicants wanting to be considered for a fully funded place must be working in low or middle income countries in the Asia-Pacific region and be in a position to contribute to the strengthening of health research ethics policy and processes in their country after the course. These applicants MUST supply with their application: a curriculum vitae; professional references; a personal statement outlining reasons for wanting to do the course, including the relevance of research bioethics to the applicants' future career path; a letter of support from institution or employer expressing commitment to leave employment open for the duration of the course, and to ensure that on the students return their role in the organization will involve research bioethics.
Relevant Work Experience (CV)
Professional references + statement outlining reasons for undertaking the course and benefits to your future career path
(Note: if applying for a fee funded place, applicants must be working in low or middle income countries in the Asia-Pacific region and be in a position to contribute to the strengthening of health research ethics policy and processes in their country after the coruse - letter of support from your institution or employer expressing commitments to leave your position open for the duration of the course, and to ensure that on your return to work your role in the organisation will involve research bioethics.)
Minimum entrance requirements for admission to Monash University Australia.
Applications for this course are made directly to the department.
This course is not available for second semester entry.
Gaining the required result in one of the following tests of English language:
IELTS score of 7.0 with no individual band score less than 6.5.
A TOEFL minimum test score of either:
in the written TOEFL, 600 with a Test of Written English (TWE) score of at least 5.0; or
in the internet-based TOEFL, an overall score of at least 100 with at least 24 in the written section and no less than 20 in any other section.
Relevant Work Experience (CV)
Professional references + statement outlining reasons for undertaking the course and benefits to your future career path
(Note: if applying for a fee funded place, applicants must be working in low or middle income countries in the Asia-Pacific region and be in a position to contribute to the strengthening of health research ethics policy and processes in their country after the coruse - letter of support from your institution or employer expressing commitments to leave your position open for the duration of the course, and to ensure that on your return to work your role in the organisation will involve research bioethics.)
Minimum entrance requirements for admission to Monash University Australia.
Applications are made directly to the University and can be made online via International Recruitment Services.
This course currently doesn't have places available for mid-year entry.
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