The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) is a University-wide degree that involves an intense period of supervised study and research culminating in the submission of a thesis. The degree is awarded to candidates who, through original investigation, make a distinct and significant contribution to knowledge in their field of specialization. The PhD provides an opportunity for graduates to acquire high-level research skills and substantially deepen their knowledge in an area of science. Students work under the guidance of a supervisor who is a full-time academic staff member of the faculty. Students may be required to take a prescribed subject in research methodology or any other subject deemed necessary by their principal supervisor. Course aims Students acquire research skills and deepen knowledge in their chosen area of science or mathematics. Research in UTS Science is organized into university research strengths, centers and faculty research teams based within its two schools: the School of Life Sciences and School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences. These research groups conduct world-leading, focused research in area that includes Biomedical Science. Careers Careers in biomedical science vary significantly with the area(s) of specialization chosen during study, research and work experience. Some examples include: Medical scientists, research and development Medical industry - hospitals or private research institutes such as pharmaceutical industry, Marketing and managerial roles in product development and promotion Health professionals - nutrition, exercise, natural therapies Forensic and environmental consulting and science Education and academia Legislative advisors (patent law, political consultants) Medical doctors (continued study following medical science training or research) Environmental science, toxicology, waste management