Honours

Honours in the School of Medicine

Undertaking an Honours degree in the School of Medicine provides the student with the opportunity to conduct an in-depth investigation in an area of medical science that is of particular interest to them.

The School of Medicine is one of Australia’s newest research-active medical schools with a staff profile at the forefront of their field with high levels of expertise in biomedical and clinical sciences. The School is equipped with new laboratories and facilities for research in biomedical sciences, population health, epidemiology and theoretical research. Research facilities are also available in the teaching hospitals associated with the School of Medicine.

Research capabilities within the School of Medicine are diverse, and some of the current areas of research include: basic drug design, proteomics, sensory neuroscience, population health, mental trauma that follows disasters, eating disorders, renal and obstetric medicine, immunology and vascular surgery.

How do I choose a supervisor?

Prospective students are advised to review the research interests and expertise of staff members which can be found at the school's research pages.

For any questions about Honours in School of Medicine, do not hesitate to contact Dr David A Mahns the School Honours Coordinator. Students are also encouraged to contact make direct contact with prospective supervisors to discuss potential research projects.

In consultation with the prospective supervisor, and the School's honours coordinator, a detailed research proposal will be formulated that reflects the interests of both the student and supervisor – this research proposal will form the basis of your online honours application.

Who to contact for Honours advice?

Dr David A Mahns
Senior Lecturer in Integrative Physiology
ph:     + 61 2 4620 3784
fax:    + 61 2 4620 3890
email: d.mahns@uws.edu.au

School of Medicine
Building 30, Level 2
Campbelltown Campus
University of Western Sydney
Locked Bag 1797
PENRITH NSW 2751

 

For information about the Honours program within the Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) please contact Professor Vaughan Macefield