Biochemistry masters' degrees can be taken under the auspices of either the Division of Sciences (MSc(Thesis)) or the Division of Health Sciences (MBiomedSc).
Two-year MSc(Thesis)
The MSc(Thesis) in Biochemistry is usually a two-year degree taken by papers and thesis. It has a coursework component in the first year. The research component spans both years, the second year of the project allowing for significant progress to be made in both the research topic and the student's research skills. Master's work is often published in the literature.
Master of Science (Thesis) in Biochemistry
MSc(Thesis) by research only
Students who have already completed an honours degree or postgraduate diploma may choose to do a one-year research MSc(Thesis).
Information on research (thesis) masters degrees
Master of Biomedical Sciences (MBiomedSc)
The Master of Biomedical Sciences degree is a one-year research (thesis) master's degree available to students who have completed an honours degree or postgraduate diploma. The MBiomedSc majoring in Molecular Basis of Health and Disease or Reproduction, Genetics and Development can be completed in the Department of Biochemistry.
Master of Biomedical Sciences (MBiomedSc)
Postgraduate study at Otago
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