This stream will not be offered in 2021. However you may wish to consider the Infection and Immunity or the Genomics and Precision Medicine streams in the Biomedical Science program.
In response to COVID-19, the University of Sydney has reviewed the availability of courses to be delivered remotely for students commencing their studies in Semester 1, 2021.
Some units of study and/or placements relating to this course cannot be delivered remotely or online for students commencing their study in Semester 1, 2021. You will be required to attend in-person on campus from Semester 2, 2021.
Note: The University intends to offer as many units of study as possible in a remote as well as face-to-face learning method of delivery in Semester 1, 2021 and subject to ongoing border closures and public health orders impacting attendance on campus, in Semester 2, 2021. However, some units of study and courses require students to study in-person at the relevant University of Sydney campus/es and host locations for placements and will not be available remotely.
About this course
Rapid and accurate diagnosis of disease is critical if we are to combat todays health problems. The development of the next generation of diagnostic assays will require a workforce with the skills to understand, optimise and use a range of cutting-edge techniques and technologies, to interpret medical and research data, and to translate scientific and laboratory findings into clinical practice.
The Master of Biomedical Science (Advanced Diagnostics and Prognostics) is designed to meet the rapidly growing demand in the pathology industry for graduates who are trained in state-of-the-art clinical laboratory techniques and will equip students for a career in the diagnostic sciences.
Why study with us
- You will study the latest techniques, developments and breakthroughs in pathology and biochemistry and its application to the diagnosis of clinically relevant diseases.
- Learn from world-leading pathologists and biomedical researchers from across the Faculty of Medicine and Health and its partners including the Institute for Clinical Pathology and Medical Research (ICPMR).
- Develop expertise in biomarker validation and diagnostic assay development.
- Gain invaluable pathology-industry experience and connections when you undertake an industry capstone experience.
- The program can also provide a solid foundation for the pursuit of a career in biomedical research (e.g. a PhD)
- Learn in a variety of environments including innovative new teaching and learning spaces, teaching and research laboratories, immersive clinical environments and online.
- Leverage the proximity of our location to leading treatment centres including Royal Prince Alfred Hospital at Camperdown and Westmead Hospital – part of the largest hospital complex in the southern hemisphere.
Who should study this course?
The Master of Biomedical Science (Advanced Diagnostics and Prognostics) is suitable for recent science and health graduates as well as established scientists or clinicians who want to advance their careers in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of disease. This degree will allow you to hone and expand your skills and knowledge of biomarkers and diagnostic assays and understand how these are leading to more informed clinical decisions.