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Frontiers in Genomics 1 (GENE90027)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 6.25On Campus (Parkville)
About this subject
- Overview
- Eligibility and requirements
- Assessment
- Dates and times
- Further information
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Overview
Availability | Semester 1 |
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This subject will introduce students to the area of translational genomics. The process of evaluating research and implementing it into routine practice will be studied, using examples of relevant research and current clinical initiatives. Broader workforce implications of translational genomics will also be explored, including workforce education and training.
The subject will be delivered via a combination of asynchronous on-line content and synchronous tutorials that adopt a problem-based approach to meet the intended learning outcomes.
Intended learning outcomes
At the completion of this subject, students will be able to:
- Identify approaches for undertaking translational genomic research using current examples of research and clinical initiatives
- Apply principles of implementation science to examples of translational genomics
- Describe the relevance of genomic education and training to the broader genomics workforce
Generic skills
- Be proficient in academic writing
- Be confident in public speaking and presenting academic content to an audience
- Be meaningful contributors to teams; working in small and larger group settings
- Demonstrate critical thinking skills in approaching issues in the community and within the clinical setting
- Use proficient reading skills to inform areas of work
- Operate as responsible, professional and ethical members of the community, offering well-rounded knowledge and skills to benefit society.
Last updated: 22 February 2024
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
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GENE90001 | Human Genetics & Genomics in Healthcare | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
GENE90002 | Clinical Genomics | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
with a minimum grade of 70% in each subject.
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
Description | Timing | Percentage |
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Quiz
| First half of the teaching period | 30% |
Written task
| Second half of the teaching period | 40% |
Poster, and abstract and 3-minute presentation
| End of the teaching period | 30% |
Last updated: 22 February 2024
Dates & times
- Semester 1
Principal coordinators Linda Cicciarelli Riddington, Gabrielle Reid Vogl, and Jan Hodgson Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours 4 x 3 hours face-to-face tutorials Total time commitment 85 hours Teaching period 26 February 2024 to 26 May 2024 Last self-enrol date 8 March 2024 Census date 3 April 2024 Last date to withdraw without fail 3 May 2024 Assessment period ends 21 June 2024
Time commitment details
3-4 hours per week asynchronous online content, 3-4 hours per week study/assessments
Last updated: 22 February 2024
Further information
- Texts
Prescribed texts
There are no specifically prescribed or recommended texts for this subject.
Last updated: 22 February 2024