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Public Health Genomics (POPH90226)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5Not available in 2017
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This subject will not be offered until 2018
The aim of the course is to provide a level of understanding around genetics and new genomic technology and how these fields may impact the community, individual health, public health and health service delivery. The course will provide an introduction to genomic testing and screening methods; will outline the utility of genomics throughout the life stages; discuss the interplay between genes and the environment; debate the various ethical and social issues associated with genomic technology and examine current and future service delivery issues. Students will also gain an understanding of the assessment of genomic technology from clinical, financial and policy perspectives. The course will be of relevance to a range of professional backgrounds, including law, policy and public health, journalism, science, nursing, ethics, medicine and social work.
Intended learning outcomes
- Comprehend concepts of genetic science and be able to explain the role genes play in contributing to health and illness.
- Distinguish between the contribution of genes and the environment to the development of disease and be able to identify the interplay between these factors (e.g. epigenetics).
- Apply knowledge of genetic science and technology to the delivery of public health programs (e.g screening, family history).
- Recognise how genetics relates to the practice of public health more broadly and be able to integrate this knowledge into decisions around service delivery and funding, policy and technology assessment.
- Identify the various social, ethical, legal and financial issues that accompany the use of genetic technology within health and society in general.
Generic skills
- Critical thinking and development of logical arguments.
- Recognition of the importance of research evidence in health policy development and translation into public health practice.
- Review and interpretation of published literature.
- Communication skills – ability to translate and convey complex information to a broad audience.
Last updated: 3 November 2022