Monash Biochemistry Student Research Handbook
Monash Biochemistry Student Research Handbook
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The one-stop shop for finding research projects for Honours, BCH3990, Masters and PhD
Find a Project & Supervisor
Find a Project & Supervisor
Need help finding a research project, connecting with a lab head, checking your eligibility, or applying? Use our resources below:
1. Interactive AI Assistant
1. Interactive AI Assistant
🤖 Need Help Finding a Project or Contacting a Supervisor? Launch our custom interactive AI assistant to match your research interests and get tailored guidance for how to secure a supervisor.
2. Browse Research Project Handbooks
2. Browse Research Project Handbooks
Brand new online handbook!! Check it out now!
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Or download the PDF version!
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2026 Biochemistry Research Project Booklet - December 25.pdf3. Unit Coordinator Support
3. Unit Coordinator Support
📝 Can't find a project or need custom guidance? Fill out our Expression of Interest (EOI) form below and our Honours Coordinator will help connect you with potential supervisors. Or simply email the coordinator: Michelle Dunstone (michelle.dunstone@monash.edu)
Quick Navigation
Honours info: what's happening?!
Honours info: what's happening?!
Honours starting 2027 Semester 1 (full-year):
Honours starting 2027 Semester 1 (full-year):
Early applications close in mid November (4pm on Friday 13 November, 2026) but we take late applications over summer up until the first week of February, 2027.
FAQ: What if I don't have my marks before the application date?
Answer: You can still apply even if you are still waiting for marks. Offers will be conditional upon getting sufficient marks in your last semester of your degree.
FAQ: Is it possible to find an Honours project over the summer break?
Answer: Yes it is. Consider filling in our EOI and/or contacting lab heads in the research handbook (above).
Honours starting 2027 Semester 2 (mid year):
Honours starting 2027 Semester 2 (mid year):
Applications open on the second week of February and close in the 18th June 2027 for BSc students and BMS students. Late Honours applications are possible (up until 2nd July).
BCH3990/Research in Action
BCH3990/Research in Action
Want to try out a mini-Honours project? BCH3990 is available S1, S2 and summer semester
1) Find a project: Use the AI Supervisor Finder or browse the research handbooks to find a project (see above 👆)
2) Enrol: Information about enrolling in BCH3990 or other Research in Action subjects can be found here: https://sites.google.com/monash.edu/research-in-action-3990-apply/home
More Info:
Semester 1 coordinator: Max Cryle (max.cryle@monash.edu)
Semester 2 coordinator: Andre Mu (andre.mu@monash.edu)
Summer semester and general enquiries: Adam Rose (adam.rose@monash.edu)
Step-By-Step Biochemistry Honours Enrolment Guide
Step-By-Step Biochemistry Honours Enrolment Guide
Enrolling in an Honours research project within Biochemistry involves two key parts: securing an approved lab project and completing official university enrolment.
Be aware that the application pathways differ between Bachelor of Science (BSc) and Bachelor of Biomedical Science (BMS) degrees, and deadlines are different if you start in February ("full-year") or July ("mid-year"). Please navigate to the information relevant for you.
FULL-YEAR: Enrolling in Bachelor of Science Honours (BSc Hons) in Biochemistry
FULL-YEAR: Enrolling in Bachelor of Science Honours (BSc Hons) in Biochemistry
Step 1: Check your third-year marks.
See if you have an average > 70 for 24 points in relevant third year Science subjects. If you are not sure: contact Michelle (michelle.dunstone@monash.edu)
Step 2: Find a project using the project Handbook.
Find a lab head willing to supervise you***. Fill in this enrolment form and get the supervisor to sign the form
Step 3: Submit enrolment form to the unit coordinator
You need coordinator approval. Contact Michelle Dunstone
(michelle.dunstone@monash.edu)
Step 4: Formally apply using eAdmission
Click here for the link to the university eAdmission page. (You should choose the option "S3701 - Bachelor of Science (Honours) /Biochemistry")
Application Open Date:
July, 2025
Early application Close Date:
13th November, 2026
Late Honours applications date:
8th February, 2027.
*** When you email lab heads, you need to provide your most recent academic transcript and a CV. The CV should contain the contact details for at least two people who are willing to act as referees (we recommend a TA for a third year subject and a workplace line manager or equivalent).
FULL-YEAR: Enrolling in Biomedical Science Honours (BMS Hons) in Biochemistry
FULL-YEAR: Enrolling in Biomedical Science Honours (BMS Hons) in Biochemistry
Step 1: Check your third-year marks.
See if you have an average > 70 for 24 points in relevant third year Biomed subjects or Science subjects. If you are not sure: contact Michelle (michelle.dunstone@monash.edu)
Step 2: Find a project using the project Handbook.
Find a lab head willing to supervise you***. Fill in this enrolment form and get the supervisor to sign the form
Step 3A: Submit enrolment form to the unit coordinator
You need coordinator approval. Contact Michelle Dunstone
(michelle.dunstone@monash.edu)
Step 3B: Fill in the online form:
Step 4: Formally apply using eAdmission
Click here for the link to the university eAdmission page.
Application Open Date:
July, 2025
Early application Close Date:
13th November, 2026
Late Honours applications date:
8th February, 2027.
*** When you email lab heads, you need to provide your most recent academic transcript and a CV. The CV should contain the contact details for at least two people who are willing to act as referees (we recommend a TA for a third year subject and a workplace line manager or equivalent).
MID-YEAR: Enrolling in Bachelor of Science Honours (BSc Hons) in Biochemistry
MID-YEAR: Enrolling in Bachelor of Science Honours (BSc Hons) in Biochemistry
Step 1: Check your third-year marks.
See if you have an average > 70 for 24 points in relevant third year Science subjects. If you are not sure: contact Michelle (michelle.dunstone@monash.edu)
Step 2: Find a project using the project Handbook.
Find a lab head willing to supervise you***. Fill in this enrolment form and get the supervisor to sign the form
Step 3: Submit enrolment form to the unit coordinator
You need coordinator approval. Contact Michelle Dunstone
(michelle.dunstone@monash.edu)
Step 4: Formally apply using eAdmission
Click here for the link to the university eAdmission page. (You should choose the option "S3701 - Bachelor of Science (Honours) /Biochemistry")
Application Open Date:
11th February, 2026
Early application Close Date:
mid June, 2026
Late Honours applications date:
early July, 2026.
*** When you email lab heads, you need to provide your most recent academic transcript and a CV. The CV should contain the contact details for at least two people who are willing to act as referees (we recommend a TA for a third year subject and a workplace line manager or equivalent).
MID-YEAR: Enrolling in Biomedical Science Honours (BMS Hons) in Biochemistry
MID-YEAR: Enrolling in Biomedical Science Honours (BMS Hons) in Biochemistry
Step 1: Check your third-year marks.
See if you have an average > 70 for 24 points in relevant third year Biomed subjects or Science subjects. If you are not sure: contact Michelle (michelle.dunstone@monash.edu)
Step 2: Find a project using the project Handbook.
Find a lab head willing to supervise you***. Fill in this enrolment form and get the supervisor to sign the form
Step 3A: Submit enrolment form to the unit coordinator
You need coordinator approval. Contact Michelle Dunstone
(michelle.dunstone@monash.edu)
Step 3B: Fill in the online form:
Step 4: Formally apply using eAdmission
Click here for the link to the university eAdmission page.
Application Open Date:
11th February, 2026
Early application Close Date:
mid June, 2026
Late Honours applications date:
early July, 2026.
*** When you email lab heads, you need to provide your most recent academic transcript and a CV. The CV should contain the contact details for at least two people who are willing to act as referees (we recommend a TA for a third year subject and a workplace line manager or equivalent).
Get in contact with us about anything to do with Monash Science Honours or Monash Biomedical Science Honours in the discipline of Biochemistry and other related disciplines including Immunology, Chemistry, Genetics, Anatomy, Microbiology, Pharmacology.
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