The Degree of Master of Biomedical Science – MBiomedSc

1 In order to be admitted to this programme, a student needs to have:

either

a completed the requirements for the Degree of Bachelor of Science with a major in biomedical science, or an equivalent degree as approved by Senate or its representative, with a Grade Point Average of 5.0 or higher in 90 points at Stage III

or

b completed the requirements for a Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Biomedical Science or a Postgraduate Diploma in Biomedical Science, or an equivalent qualification approved by Senate or its representative, with a Grade Point Average of 5.0 or higher.

Note: This is a limited entry programme as per the Limitation of Entry Statute 1991 and selection criteria apply. Selection criteria are available from the Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences.

2 A student admitted to this degree under Regulation 1a must:

a pass courses with a total point value of 240 points

and

b complete within with the time limit specified in the General Regulations – Masters Degrees

and

c not exceed 280 points for the total enrolment of this degree.

3 A student admitted to this degree under Regulation 1b must:

a pass the 120 point thesis

and

b complete within the time limit specified in the General Regulations – Masters Degrees

and

c not exceed 160 points for the total enrolment of this degree.

4 A student enrolled for this degree must complete the requirements as listed in the Master of Biomedical Science Schedule.

5 A student who has to complete 240 points must achieve a Grade Point Average of 5.0 or higher across their best 120 points of courses before being allowed to enrol in MEDSCI 796.

6 A student enrolled in this programme must complete the University of Auckland Academic Integrity course, as specified in the Enrolment and Programme Regulations, Academic Integrity, of the University Calendar.

7 The programme for each student must be approved by the Head of School of Medical Sciences prior to enrolment.

8 A student may apply to reassign courses passed for the Master of Biomedical Science to the Postgraduate Diploma in Biomedical Science.

9 a The thesis must be carried out under the guidance of a supervisor appointed by Senate or its representative.

b The thesis topic must be approved by the relevant Departmental Postgraduate Committee prior to enrolment.

c The thesis is to be completed and submitted in accordance with the General Regulations – Masters Degrees.

10 This degree may be awarded with Honours in accordance with the General Regulations – Masters Degrees.

11 In exceptional circumstances, Senate or its representative may approve a personal programme of study that does not conform to these regulations.

12 These regulations and/or schedule have been amended with effect from 1 January 2024.