Postgraduate programmes

Rich opportunities for Honours and postgraduate work are available in a variety of fields including the biology of the retina, the organisation of the visual pathways, the pathways underlying pain, the formation of brain circuitry, the fundamentals of embryonic development, the causes of developmental abnormalities and the molecular basis of muscle contraction.

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

Candidates for the degree must be graduates with a good honours degree, with demonstrated ability to do research. The PhD degree is by research, carried out under the supervision of a member of academic staff. When appropriate, an associate supervisor with specific expertise is appointed to assist with the candidature. The minimum length of a full-time PhD candidature is 3 years with a maximum of 5 years. Part-time candidates are required to devote a minimum of 20 hours per week to their research and have a maximum period of 7 years to complete the degree.

Master of Philosophy (MPhil)

This research degree is open to non-medical graduates. The MPhil degree is administered by the Faculty of Medicine. Enrolment into this degree is dependent on a good honours degree, or a graduate diploma, but exceptions apply (see Postgraduate Coordinator for details). The minimum full-time candidature is one year with a maximum of 2 years. Part-time candidates have a maximum of 4 years.

Graduate Diploma

Candidates for the graduate diploma must possess a good pass degree with a major in Anatomy and Histology. The program for the graduate diploma is similar to that of the science degree honours by research. It can be completed in 1 year full-time or 2 years part-time.