Programme details

Master of Clinical Immunology – MClinIm

Advance from your bachelor's degree in Biomedical Science to become a leader in clinical research focused on the human immune system.

Course description

Contribute to improving human health by preparing for a career in researching and developing new clinical treatments such as vaccines and drug therapies, or applying your skills in health policy or management.

In the Master of Clinical Immunology (MClinIm), you will delve into advanced immunological theory and techniques, and gain expertise in clinical trial design and practice. Enhance your oral and written communication skills as you study and produce a research paper aimed at publication.

This program is delivered in collaboration with the esteemed Malaghan Institute of Medical Research, New Zealand’s largest private medical research institute. You will also benefit from insights shared by practicing clinicians from local district health boards, the Medical Research Institute of New Zealand, and other research institutions.

The MClinIm program spans one calendar year across three trimesters.

You have the option to pursue either an independent research project or a practical work experience practicum. Both choices provide valuable opportunities to gain firsthand experience in clinical or research settings, potentially at hospitals, research institutes, or other medical organizations.

Upon graduation, you will possess the skills necessary to assess, analyze, and conduct clinical research in immunology within real-world contexts.

Immigration benefits

This course may qualify for the following visa rights:
In-study work rights
Partner visitor rights
Partner work rights
Post-study work rights

This course qualifies for 5 points if applying for residency under the Skilled Migrant Category.

Career Prospects

The MClinIm program will equip you for various senior roles in health research. Potential career paths include positions in hospitals, private research institutes, diagnostic laboratories, pharmaceutical companies, or government agencies engaged in health policy or delivery.

Entry requirements

– A Bachelor of Biomedical Science majoring in Molecular Pathology or an equivalent qualification, with an average grade of B for relevant coursework
– To be accepted by the head of the School of Biological Sciences as capable of proceeding with the proposed course of study

EL requirement (any one of the following)

– IELTS (Academic): Minimum overall score of 6.5, with no sub-score below 6.0
– TOEFL (Internet-based test): Minimum score of 90, with at least 20 in writing
– Pearson Test of English: Minimum score of 58, with a ‘Communicative’ score of no less than 50
– EAP:Minimum final scores of 4, 4, 5, 5
– Cambridge English Qualifications: C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency with a score of 176 or higher, with each skill score no less than 169
– New Zealand Certificates in English Language (NZCEL): Level 5 (Academic)
– NZAPA: English New Zealand Accredited Pathway Assessment Level 3, with no skill lower than Level 2

Credits
180

Duration
1 year

Intakes

February

International fees
70,150

Location

Qualification Type

Study level