Bachelor of Medical Science (Honours)Application for 2018
Course Code: M3701
BMedSc(Hons) Course Overview and Important Dates for 2018Commencement
Bachelor of Medical Science (Honours) is a one-year Honours degree for national and international MBBS/MD students and graduates. The degree is an important part of a commitment to be at the forefront of medical research and evidence-based practice. The program embeds students in a research setting with recognized scientist or clinician scientist researchers. This introduces them to research practice. Students learn skills in data collection and analysis and the communication of scientific ideas in oral presentations and a written thesis.
Further information about the BMedSc (Hons) program can be found at
Application Closing Date: Tuesday, August 8, 2017 (for Semester 1 2018 commencement)
You must apply online at E-Admissions:
You are required to upload your completed BMedSc(Hons) application form in portable document format (pdf) intoE-Admissions.
Admission Requirements:
Monash MBBS students may take leave from their course to pursuea BMedSc(Hons) research program in a disciplinearea offered by the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences. The number of available domestic BMedSc(Hons) placements in 2018will be capped. If the demand for BMedSc(Hons) placements exceeds the cap number, academic performance criteria will be used to cap domestic BMedSc(Hons) offers.
External Applicants
Students who are studying or have completed a medicine program at a university other than Monash must have completed studies with a credit average corresponding to a minimum of three years of the Monash undergraduate MBBS program in a medicine program with equivalent curriculum content, learning outcomes and academic standards as determined by the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences, Monash University.
External students must supply a certified copy of their academic record through e-admissions. If you are currently undertaking studies, forward final results and evidence of completion as soon as these are available. An offer cannot be completed until this information is received. Please do NOT send original documents.
External applicants will have their entire academic record considered. Further information can be found at:
International Applicants
In addition to the requirements for external students, international students must apply through Monash International by completing the application form at:
BMedSc(Hons) Important Dates* / 2018 Entry*NB. These dates may be subject to change
Enrolment / January, 2018 / Online
Orientation and Foundation Skills Workshops(Compulsory – no exceptions) / 2018 (19th to 23rd Feb) / Clayton Campus
Commencement at research placement / 26th Feb, 2018
MED4301 (12 credit point unit)
Progress Report – (Hurdle) / 11th April, 2018
1st Department Oral Presentation – (25% of unit) / 18th April, 2018
Literature Review – 7,500 words (75% of unit) / 2nd May, 2018
MED4302 (36 credit point unit)
2nd Department Oral Presentation – (5% of unit) / 19th September 2018
Thesis – up to 15,000 words (80% of unit) / 3rd October, 2018
Faculty Oral – (7.5% of unit) / 24th and 25th October, 2018 / Clayton Campus
Scientific Poster – (7.5% of unit) / 24th and 25th October, 2018 / Clayton Campus
Course Convenor: Dr Megan WallaceAdministration queries can be address to:
Phone +61(3) 8572 2812, Mrs Cathy Nolan-Shawphone: +61(3) 9902 0853
email mail:
Section 1: Applicant Details and Consent Form (To be completed by applicant)
PERSONAL DETAILSMonash Student ID: / Date of Birth: // / Gender: F M
Title: / Family Name: / Given Name(s):
Are you an international student?Yes No
Email Address for Correspondence
Email (Monash student account if applicable):
Details of Previous or Current Course
Name of Institution/University: / If Monash student please state your current MBBS YEAR
The information on this form is collected for the primary purpose of assessing your application. Other purposes of collection include creating or changing enrolment records on the student database, attending to administrative matters, corresponding with you and statistical analyses. If you choose not to complete all the questions on this form, it may not be possible for the Bachelor of Medical Science(Honours) office to assess your application. Personal information may also be disclosed to relevant bodies for the verification of qualifications. You have a right to access personal information that Monash University holds about you, subject to any exceptions in relevant legislation. If you wish to seek access to your personal information or inquire about the handling of your personal information, please contact the University Privacy Officer on 9905 6011.
I declare that the information supplied on this form and information given in support of my application is correct and complete. I acknowledge that the provision of incorrect information or the withholding of relevant information relating to my application and/or academic transcript may result in the withdrawal of an offer of a place in the course. I acknowledge Monash University reserves the right to seek from other relevant bodies verification of the standing of my claimed qualifications. I have read the University’s statement on privacy and the purposes for which my personal information will be used ( I agree to be bound by the statutes, regulations and policies of the University as amended from time to time and agree to pay all fees, levies and charges directly arising from my enrolment. I consent to receiving information electronically and agree to access the correspondence of my Monash University email account on a regular basis.
Student Declaration:If selected for the Honours Degree of the Bachelor of Medical Science, I consent to: (strike out the relevant clause below if you do not consent).
- I consent to my Supervisor being informed on the outcome of my BMedSc(Hons) M3701 application
- I consent to my fellow students and Supervisors having access to a listing including my full name, title of project and Monash student e-mail address.
- I consent to the Medical Research Student Society (MRSS) having access to my Monash student e-mail address for distribution of upcoming meetings, etc.
- I warrant that the information on this form, or provided in support of my application, is correct and complete.
- I acknowledge that the provision of incorrect information or the withholding of relevant information relating to my application, including academic transcript/s, might invalidate my application and that the University may withdraw an offer of a place or cancel my enrolment in consequence.
- Should the University determine that I have submitted a false document, I consent to the University disclosing this information to other relevant tertiary institutions.
- I consent to any educational institution at which I am or have been a student, and/or any current or past employer, providing Monash University with any information which that institution or employer holds about me concerning my attendance, conduct, grades and/or qualifications or experience to assess my suitability for an offer and/or enrolment.
- I have read the University’s statement on privacy and the purposes for which my personal information will be used (available at
- If sponsored, I permit Monash University to release details of my academic progress to my sponsoring body on their request. I agree to abide by the statutes, regulations and policies of Monash University.
- If I am an international student from a partner university, I confirm that I will not undertake any activities as part of this course which include: Undertaking exposure prone procedures; or
Requiring patient interaction in a hospital environment
- I understand that it is the Course Management Committee expectation that I will be in attendance (Mon – Fri) ~9.00am – 5.00pm at my research placement or as negotiated with my supervisor.
- I understand that I am required to attend the BMedSc(Hons) foundation skills orientation program including the OH&S session before I can commence work at my research placement.
- I consent to listing my Monash University School and Department address in any publications that arise from the Honours year.
Section 2: Projectand Supervisor Details(to be completed by applicant and potential supervisor)
Project Title:
Main Supervisor:
Monash University School: Department:
Institute (if applicable)
NB. If you are based in an Institute, your Monash School & Department must also be entered)
Phone: E-mail:
Does the supervisor hold MIGR accreditation? Yes No
ref: /
Co-Supervisor:
Monash University School: Department:
Institute (if applicable)
NB. If you are based in an Institute, your Monash School & Department must also be entered)
Phone E-mail:
Does the co-supervisor hold MIGR accreditation? Yes No
ref:
Physical Location of BMedSc(Hons) Honours Project:
Actual location where the proposed project will be undertaken: ______
IF the project will NOT be at a Monash University School or affiliated Institute, Section 4 MUST be attached.
Please note: Quality reviews and systematic reviews are not acceptable for BMedSc(Hons) projects. The project that BMedSc(Hons) students undertake, must be ORIGINAL RESEARCH.
Main Monash University Supervisor to complete(MUST BE SIGNED).
(1)I have discussed this project with the student and,
I have agreed to supervise the student on this project. Yes No
(2)I agree to mark another student’s literature review and thesis
from within the cohort (this is an expectation of all supervisors)Yes No
(3) I have access to the following resources for my student:
(desk, sufficient funds for the project, access to req’d equipment etc)Yes No
(4) I agree to include my Monash University address in any publications
that arise as a result of this Honours projectYes No
(5)Have the appropriate ethics approvals been granted or applied for?Yes No
If yes, please provide approval number ______
If no, please provide expected submission date: ______
Note: ALL BMedSc(Hons) projects, including those with external research institutions and universities, require Monash University ethics clearance unless no humans, animals, tissues or database data will be used in the project).
(6)Do you anticipate being absent for any periods in excess of
2 weeks during the academic year?Yes No
If yes, please advise time and duration of absence: ______
(7)How many Honours students have you supervised?______
Please tick below which FMNHS School the Monash Main Supervisor is attached to
(this data is used to determine oversight of students and to direct the faculty funding)
Top of Form
Central Clinical School
Eastern Health Clinical School
Monash Rural Health
School of Biomedical Sciences/ARMI
School of Clinical Sciences /Hudson Institute of Medical Research
School of Primary and Allied Health Care
School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine
Other (State): ______
Monash University Main Supervisor Signature: ______Date: ______
Co- Supervisors to complete(MUST BE SIGNED). All students must have a co-supervisor.
(1)I have discussed this project with the student and,
I have agreed to co-supervise the student on this project.Yes No
(2)Do you anticipate being absent for any periods in excess of
2 weeks during the academic year?Yes No
If yes, please advise time and duration of absence: ______
(3)How many Honours students have you supervised? ______
Please tick below which FMNHS School the Co-Supervisor is attached to, or in other indicate the University, Department and/or research body that you belong to.
Central Clinical School
Eastern Health Clinical School
Monash Rural Health
School of Biomedical Sciences/ARMI
School of Clinical Sciences /Hudson Institute of Medical Research
School of Primary and Allied Health Care
School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine
Other (State): ______
Co-Supervisor Signature: ______Date: ______
SECTION 3 – Approval from the School that the Main Supervisor is affiliated with
This sectionMUST BE SIGNED by the appropriate BMedSc(Hons) School Representativefor students whose Main Supervisor is associated with CCS, SCS, SPHPM.
For all other students, this form must be signedby theHead of School or Department, to which the MonashMain Supervisor is attached. Please also send a copy of the application to the School Contact.
I support this application and I am satisfied that appropriate resource/s, permit/s and supervision is/are available in this Department/School/Institute for successful completion of the above named project.
Signature: ______Date: ______
Print Name: ______School Dept______
BMedSc(Hons) SchoolRepresentatives andBMedSc(Hons)School Contacts
SCHOOL / BMedSc(Hons) SCHOOL REPRESENTATIVES andBMedSc(Hons) School Contacts
CENTRAL CLINICAL SCHOOL / CCS BMedSc(Hons) REPRESENTATIVE:
Professor Karin Jandeleit Dahm –email:
or
Professor Merlin Thomas –email:
SCHOOL OF CLINICAL SCIENCES
HUDSON INSTITUTE OF MEDICAL RESEARCH
/ SCS BMedSc(Hons) REPRESENTATIVE:
Dr Anthony White –email:
EASTERN HEALTH CLINICAL SCHOOL / School Contacts:
Dr Nicole Koehler – email:
or
BMedSc(Hons) Chief Examiner
SCHOOL OF BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES
ARMI / School Contacts:
Dr Melanie Pritchard - email
or
BMedSc(Hons) Chief Examiner
SCHOOL OF PRIMARY and ALLIED HEALTH CARE / School Contacts:
A/Professor Jan Coles –email:
or
BMedSc(Hons) Chief Examiner
SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH & PREVENTIVE MEDICINE / SPHPM BMedSc(Hons) SCHOOL REPRESENTATIVE:
Professor Allen Chengemail:
or
Professor Danny Liewemail:
MONASH RURAL HEALTH / School Contact:
A/Professor Shane Bullockemail:
or
BMedSc(Hons) Chief Examiner
OTHER / Contact:
BMedSc(Hons) Course Coordinator
SECTION 4 – ONLY REQUIRED FOR STUDENTS WHO WILL NOT BE BASED AT A MONASH SCHOOL OR AFFILIATED RESEARCH INSTITUTE
The section below MUSTbe completed and attached,for any research placements that are NOT based at one of the Monash University FMNHS Schools, or Affiliated Research Institutes.
The Course Management Committee expects that all projects at non-Monash University locations, will form part of a genuine collaboration with the Monash University Supervisor
(ie where the Monash University supervisor would naturally expect to be an author on any publications that arise from the Honours year).
Main Supervisor Signature:
I confirm that this project forms part of a genuine collaboration, of the nature where I would expect to be an author on any publications that arise from the year. I also agree to include my Monash University School and Department address in any publications that arise from the Honours year. Yes No
Co-Supervisor Signature:
I confirm that this project forms part of a genuine collaboration,and agree to include the Monash University student and supervisor as authors on any publications that arise from the Honours year. Yes No
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