Master of Bioethics
Arts and humanities
Revolutionary developments in biological and health sciences and technology are increasingly raising crucial ethical questions. The Master of Bioethics prepares students with the ability to provide well-informed analysis of these issues that are relevant to both individuals and society as a whole. Bioethics is something that Monash is famous for – and the Master of Bioethics is widely acknowledged to be one of the world’s most innovative and highly-respected programs. You’ll have the opportunity to learn from expert staff with international reputations for teaching and research in bioethics. As leaders in the field, our academics are active and prominent contributors to public debate and their industry insights will help you to navigate your own career path. <div id=
Official- Duration
- 2 years
- Qualification
- Masters Degree
- AQF 9
- Campus
- Clayton
- VIC
- Course code
- CRICOS 082652G
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Course overview
Revolutionary developments in biological and health sciences and technology are increasingly raising crucial ethical questions. The Master of Bioethics prepares students with the ability to provide well-informed analysis of these issues that are relevant to both individuals and society as a whole. Bioethics is something that Monash is famous for – and the Master of Bioethics is widely acknowledged to be one of the world’s most innovative and highly-respected programs. You’ll have the opportunity to learn from expert staff with international reputations for teaching and research in bioethics. As leaders in the field, our academics are active and prominent contributors to public debate and their industry insights will help you to navigate your own career path. <div id=
Entry requirements
Requirements are recorded per intake year and per audience. Meeting them does not guarantee an offer.
Entry level 1: 96 points to complete Duration: 2 years full-time, 4 years part-timeAn Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent) with at least credit (60%) average. Entry level 2: 72 points to complete Duration: 1.5 years full-time, 3 years part-timeAn Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent) in a cognate* discipline with at least credit (60%) average. Or An Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent) and an Australian graduate certificate (or equivalent) in a cognate* discipline with at least 50% average in both qualifications. Entry level 3: 48 points to complete Duration: 1 year full-time, 2 years part-timeAn Australian bachelor honours degree (or equivalent) in a cognate* discipline with at least credit (60%) average. Cognate disciplines include: medicine and other health sciences, life sciences, social sciences, law and humanities Planning reference: missing 2027 requirements use the latest published requirements from 2026; newer explicit 2027 requirements take precedence.
Academic qualifications
Values are shown exactly as the institution publishes them.
Prior tertiary weighted average mark
50%
50%
English language
Band minimums apply in addition to the overall score.
- IELTS AcademicOverall 6.5L 6 · R 6 · W 6 · S 6
- PTE AcademicOverall 58L 50 · R 50 · W 50 · S 50
- TOEFL iBTOverall 79L 12 · R 13 · W 21 · S 18
Additional requirements
Academic entry requirement
Entry level 1: 96 points to complete Duration: 2 years full-time, 4 years part-timeAn Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent) with at least credit (60%) average. Entry level 2: 72 points to complete Duration: 1.5 years full-time, 3 years part-timeAn Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent) in a cognate* discipline with at least credit (60%) average. Or An Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent) and an Australian graduate certificate (or equivalent) in a cognate* discipline with at least 50% average in both qualifications. Entry level 3: 48 points to complete Duration: 1 year full-time, 2 years part-timeAn Australian bachelor honours degree (or equivalent) in a cognate* discipline with at least credit (60%) average. Cognate disciplines include: medicine and other health sciences, life sciences, social sciences, law and humanities
Additional entry requirement
Recognised bachelor-equivalent qualification; course-specific score, discipline and additional requirements; English proficiency.
Intakes and tuition
Tuition is recorded per intake with the institution's own basis. Superseded rows are kept so fee changes stay visible.
| Intake | Campus | Starts | Applications close | Tuition | For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 · Semester 2 | Clayton | — | — | $43,400per year | International students |
| 2027 · Semester 1 | Clayton | — | — | — | International students |
Where it is taught
References
Official course page, institution website and the sources behind this profile.
- Master of Bioethicsmonash.edu
- Monash Universitymonash.edu
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