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Clinical Genomics (GENE90002)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)
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About this subject
- Overview
- Eligibility and requirements
- Assessment
- Dates and times
- Further information
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Contact information
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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
- Explain the normal stages of human embryo development and have an awareness of how this can be disrupted;
- Explain the role of genetic & environmental determinants in complex human diseases;
- Analyse patient & family history to assess inherited cancer predisposition;
- Describe the difference between a variety of genetic and genomic tests, and the clinical context within which each is appropriate;
- Interpret and apply genetic and genomic reports to develop sound clinical recommendations;
- Explain the genetic screening and diagnostic testing options within the prenatal context, including the application of preimplantation genetic diagnosis within the IVF setting;
- Explain the role of clinical assessment and genetic/genomic testing in the field of dysmorphology, intellectual disability and developmental delay.
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 healthcare providers as health professionals
- Have an appreciation for the approaches to treatment for specific genetic disorders
Last updated: 22 February 2024
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: 22 February 2024
Assessment
Due to the impact of COVID-19, assessment may differ from that published in the Handbook. Students are reminded to check the subject assessment requirements published in the subject outline on the LMS
Description | Timing | Percentage |
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Written task
| Week 4 | 15% |
Written task
| Mid semester | 30% |
Open Book Exam
| During the examination period | 40% |
Written task
| Week 2 | 15% |
Last updated: 22 February 2024
Dates & times
- Semester 2
Coordinator Gabrielle Reid Vogl Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours Total time commitment 170 hours Teaching period 3 August 2020 to 1 November 2020 Last self-enrol date 14 August 2020 Census date 21 September 2020 Last date to withdraw without fail 16 October 2020 Assessment period ends 27 November 2020
Time commitment details
170 hours
Last updated: 22 February 2024
Further information
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Prescribed texts
Articles and recommended textbooks will be available via Readings online
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This subject contributes to the following:
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: 22 February 2024