Graduate Diploma in Genomics and Health
The University of Melbourne
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00116K
The Graduate Diploma in Genomics and Health provides advanced training in the current and potential impact on health and medicine brought about by advances in genomics and related technologies. Designed for a broad audience, the graduate programs in Genomics and Health will prepare you for a future within a wide range of genomics related careers. Relevant to medical and allied health professionals who wish to upskill in the area of genomics and medicine. Or recent undergraduates in science and biomedicine who want to broaden their careers beyond the laboratory. It will also be relevant to those with a health or science background who seek careers in clinical trials, education, community-based organizations such as genetic support groups, government or those seeking an entry point into a graduate research degree.
Structure
100 credit points comprising 75 points of compulsory subjects and 25 points of elective subjects.
Subjects
- Intro to Human Genetics & Genomics
- Human Genetics & Genomics in Healthcare
- Societal Implications of Genomics
- Principles of Counselling 1
- Healthcare Research-Principles & Designs
- Clinical Genomics
- Principles of Counselling 2
- Clinical Genome Variant Analysis 2
Standard entry requirements
- An undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in a directly related discipline with a Weighted Average Mark (WAM) of at least H3 (65%) (or equivalent), and prerequisite studies with marks of at least H3 (65%) (or equivalent) in biology to first-year undergraduate level (or equivalent), and genetics to second-year undergraduate level (or equivalent), OR
- At least six years of documented relevant work experience AND prerequisite studies with marks of at least H3 (65%) (or equivalent) in biology to first-year undergraduate level (or equivalent), and genetics to second-year undergraduate level (or equivalent), OR
- An undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in any discipline with a WAM of at least H3 (65%) (or equivalent), and prerequisite studies with marks of at least H3 (65%) (or equivalent) in biology to first-year undergraduate level (or equivalent), and genetics to second-year undergraduate level (or equivalent), and at least two years of documented relevant work experience.
- A 400 word personal statement outlining your motivation for undertaking this course, your proposed career objectives, and how your education/background addresses these entry requirements.
- Descriptions of relevant biology and genetics subjects undertaken in prior study (not included in the word count).
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Mid year intake | Attendance |
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| Parkville | International: $61,984 | No |
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