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Graduate Certificate in Genomics and Health (GC-GENOHLT)
Graduate CertificateYear: 2019 Delivered: On Campus (Parkville)
About this course
Principal Coordinator
Jan Hodgson
Overview
Award title | Graduate Certificate in Genomics and Health |
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Year & campus | 2019 — Parkville |
CRICOS code | 096347A |
Fees information | Subject EFTSL, level, discipline and census date |
Study level & type | Graduate Coursework |
AQF level | 8 |
Credit points | 50 credit points |
Duration | 6 months full-time or 12 months part-time |
The Graduate Certificate in Genomics and Health is a nested award within the Master of Genomics and Health course.
The Graduate Certificate in Genomics and Health will take a blended learning approach to delivery, combining online and face-to-face interactions. It requires completion of a total of 50 points of study and is structured to suit individual needs and study preferences. Students also have the option of enrolling in the Master of Genomics and Health course (200 points) and exiting with the Graduate Certificate (50 points), or enrolling in the Graduate Diploma and exiting with the Graduate Certificate (50 points).
The rapid advances in genomics in the last decade are expected to bring about benefits in health care but are not without their challenges in terms of upskilling a workforce that is able to incorporate new ways of thinking about and applying genomics, as well as consideration of ethical and social issues.
This Graduate Certificate in Genomics and Health course is the first course of its kind in Australia and students will engage in discourse around the current and potential impact on health and medicine brought about by these advances in genomics and genomic technologies.
This course is designed to be available to students at different stages in their careers, including career starters and those who currently work and wish to further their knowledge, skills and qualifications. The coursework includes 50 points of compulsory subjects.
Students who wish to transfer at any stage into the Master of Genetic Counselling must meet the course eligibility rules and successfully complete all of the compulsory subjects required for that stage of the Master of Genetic Counselling. This will only occur after approval from the Master of Genetic Counselling Curriculum Committee.
Entry requirements
- In order to be considered for entry, applicants must have completed:
- an undergraduate degree, in a cognate discipline such as Science, Health Sciences, Social Work, Psychology, Medicine, or related discipline, with a weighted average mark of at least H3 (65%) or equivalent; and
- pre-requisite studies in biology to first year undergraduate level, or equivalent
OR - six years of documented relevant work experience in a cognate discipline; and
- pre-requisite studies in biology to first year undergraduate level, or equivalent
OR - an undergraduate degree in any discipline, or equivalent, with a weighted average mark of at least H3 (65%), or equivalent; and
- at least two years of documented relevant work experience; and
- pre-requisite studies in biology to first year undergraduate level, or equivalent.
Meeting this requirement does not guarantee selection.
- In ranking applications, the Selection Committee will consider:
- prior academic performance; and
- relevant work experience
- The Selection Committee may conduct interviews and tests and may call for referee reports or employer references to elucidate any of the matters referred to above. The Selection Committee may seek further information to clarify any aspect of an application in accordance with the Academic Board rules on the use of selection instruments.
- Applicants are required to satisfy the university’s English language requirements for graduate courses. For those applicants seeking to meet these requirements by one of the standard tests approved by the Academic Board, performance band 6.5 is required.
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and Students Experiencing Academic Disadvantage Policy, academic requirements for this subject are articulated in the Subject Description, Subject Objectives, Generic Skills and Assessment Requirements of this entry.The University is dedicated to providing support to those with special requirements. Further details on the disability support scheme can be found at the Student Equity and Disability Liaison Unit website. http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity
Intended learning outcomes
Upon completion of this program, graduates will be able to:
Knowledge
- Outline the ethical and legal frameworks relevant to the implementation of genomics in health
- Illustrate the appropriate use of research methods within the healthcare setting
- Demonstrate knowledge of human genetics & genomics
Skills
- Display competence in communicating genetic and genomic concepts
- Interpret and evaluate the application of genomic technologies into medicine and public health
- Analyse, appraise and synthesise research evidence relevant to the implementation of genomics in health
Application of knowledge and skills
- Display socially and culturally appropriate behaviour in keeping with relevant ethical, legal and professional standards
- Recognise and appraise factors influencing how advances in genomics can be implemented into diverse healthcare settings
- Identify future learning needs in order to maintain expert knowledge level
Generic skills
Graduates of the Certificate in Genomics and Health will:
- Demonstrate advanced independent critical enquiry, analysis and reflection
- Reach a high level of achievement in writing, research or project activities and problem-solving
- Be critical and creative thinkers, with an aptitude for continued self-directed learning
Course structure
The Graduate Certificate in Genomics and Health consists of 50 points of compulsory subjects.
Compulsory Subjets:
Code | Name | Study period | Credit Points |
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GENE90023 | Intro to Human Genetics & Genomics |
Summer Term (Online)
June (Online)
|
6.25 |
GENE90001 | Human Genetics & Genomics in Healthcare | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
POPH90226 | Societal Implications of Genomics | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
WELF90004 | Principles of Counselling 1 | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
6.25 |
HLTH90014 | Healthcare Research-Principles & Designs | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
Last updated: 18 December 2020