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Clinical Genomics (GENE90002)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)
About this subject
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- Eligibility and requirements
- Assessment
- Dates and times
- Further information
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Contact information
Overview
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This subject will examine the roles of both genetic and environmental determinants in the expression of complex disease traits and cancer. Principles of genetic and genomic testing will be investigated and students will learn to apply these in clinical case-based scenarios.
This curriculum is based on the genetic knowledge requirements of the Human Genetics Society of Australasia (HGSA Board of Censors for Genetic Counselling, which governs the certification of genetic counsellors in Australia. The course will be delivered via a combination of on-line content and case-based face-to-face tutorials.
Intended learning outcomes
- Discuss the causes of neural tube & other birth defects;
- Explain the role of genetic & environmental determinants in complex human diseases;
- Analyse patient & family history to assess inherited cancer predisposition;
- Explain testing options available for suspected genetic conditions;
- Interpret and apply genetic and genomic reports to develop sound clinical recommendations.
Generic skills
On completing this subject students should be able to:
- Understand the role of genetics as the underlying cause of various disorders of the human body
- Understand the role of genetics in cancer
- Have an appreciation for the role of the genetic counsellor in the context of the multidisciplinary approach to clinical genetic health care
- Understand the principles of the legal and professional duties and responsibilities of genetic counsellors as health professionals and members of a health care team
- Have an appreciation for the approaches to treatment for specific genetic disorders
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
Completion of GENE90001 Human Genetics & Genomics in Healthcare Semester 1 12.5cp to minimum H2B (70%)
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
None
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.
Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Assessment
Description | Timing | Percentage |
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Open Book Exam
| During the examination period | 40% |
Written task - Cancer Genetics
| Mid semester | 30% |
Written task - Complex Diseases
| Week 4 | 15% |
Written task - Birth Defects
| Week 2 | 15% |
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Dates & times
- Semester 2
Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours Total time commitment 170 hours Teaching period 29 July 2019 to 27 October 2019 Last self-enrol date 9 August 2019 Census date 31 August 2019 Last date to withdraw without fail 27 September 2019 Assessment period ends 22 November 2019
Time commitment details
170 hours
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Further information
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Prescribed texts
Articles and recommended textbooks will be available via Readings online
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Type Name Course Master of Genetic Counselling - Available to Study Abroad and/or Study Exchange Students
This subject is available to students studying at the University from eligible overseas institutions on exchange and study abroad. Students are required to satisfy any listed requirements, such as pre- and co-requisites, for enrolment in the subject.
Last updated: 3 November 2022