Graduate Certificate in Genomics and Health

The University of Melbourne

Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00116K

The Graduate Certificate in Genomics and Health provides an introduction to the current and potential impact on health and medicine brought about by advances in genomics and related technologies. The Graduate Certificate in Genomics and Health is a 6-month nested award within the 2-year Master of Genomics and Health course.

Structure

50 credit points comprising compulsory subjects.

Subjects

Intro to Human Genetics & Genomics
Principles of Counselling 1
Societal Implications of Genomics
Human Genetics & Genomics in Healthcare
Healtcare Research- Principles & Designs

Standard entry requirements

An undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in a directly related discipline with a Weighted Average Mark (WAM) of at least H3 (65%) (or equivalent), and prerequisite studies with marks of at least H3 (65%) (or equivalent) in biology to first-year undergraduate level (or equivalent), and genetics to second-year undergraduate level (or equivalent), OR
At least six years of documented relevant work experience AND prerequisite studies with marks of at least H3 (65%) (or equivalent) in biology to first-year undergraduate level (or equivalent), and genetics to second-year undergraduate level (or equivalent), OR
An undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in any discipline with a WAM of at least H3 (65%) (or equivalent), and prerequisite studies with marks of at least H3 (65%) (or equivalent) in biology to first-year undergraduate level (or equivalent), and genetics to second-year undergraduate level (or equivalent), and at least two years of documented relevant work experience.
A 400 word personal statement outlining your motivation for undertaking this course, your proposed career objectives, and how your education/background addresses these entry requirements. You must also attach relevant biology and genetics subject descriptions to this statement (not included in the word count).