Application closing dates

Start-year (March) 2020 intake – apply by 30 November 2019

Mid-year (July) 2020 intake – apply by 31 May 2020

Late application closing dates

We will consider late applications if places are still available.

Start-year (March) 2020 intake – 16 January 2020

Processing time

You can expect a decision 6–8 weeks after you submit your application (including all relevant documents).

To apply you will need:

• Course code: MC-SCIBIO
• Evidence of meeting the University’s English Language Requirements
• Transcripts for all courses attempted or completed, including an explanation of the grading system used
• A completed Master of Science (BioSciences) Supervisor Form
• If you intend to apply for Graduate Access Melbourne, you will need supporting evidence.

Graduate Research Pathway

If you enter the Master of Science (BioSciences) with an entry score of at least 80%, you’ll also receive a conditional offer for a Doctor of Philosophy (Science) (PhD). There’s no need to apply separately for this pathway – we’ll provide further information in your MSc offer letter. More about the Graduate Research Pathway