The RMIT honours degree in the School of Health and Biomedical Sciences has been designed to equip you with a transferable skill set relevant for a future career in academic and applied research, diagnostic services, industry, medical marketing, scientific communication and many other STEM-related careers. It is a unique supervisor-guided independent research project with complimentary workshops in research methods and scientific communication appropriate to your chosen research discipline

Specifically, the benefits of an honours degree are:

• Learn advanced problem-solving sills
• Develop science communication skills in parallel with critical and independent thinking
• Develop an aptitude for independent research and research techniques
• Gain advanced knowledge in your scientific discipline.

The transferable skills and independent research experience gained as part of this honours degree are unique from those learnt during undergraduate studies. These skills and experiences are required for future higher degree by research study and expected for most academic and research positions. Many non-academic employers also recognise these skills as highly desirable in prospective employees. In consultation with the program coordinator and your potential supervisor, you will be allocated a project that aims to complement your skills and areas of interest.

Career Outcomes

Graduates of this honours degree often advance to a Masters or PhD degree and undertake further research in their particular area of interest.

This pathway can also build a solid foundation for a future career in biomedical sciences, including:

• basic and applied research
• diagnostic services
• industry
• government.

Professional recognition and accreditation

Honours students may be eligible to join various Australian scientific and biomedical professional societies. Your honours supervisor can provide further advice.