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Graduate Diploma in Genomics and Health
University of Melbourne, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
About this program
The Graduate Diploma in Genomics and Health at the University of Melbourne gives clinical, health and research professionals an advanced understanding of genomics' impact on healthcare and medicine, delivered through dual-delivery classes from the heart of the Southern hemisphere's largest health precinct. Students complete a 100-point program covering human genetics, the complexity of the human genome, and risk assessment tools for patient care.
Graduates gain specialised skills across genomics-related industries, with the course also meeting entry requirements for the Master of Genomics and Health.
Fees & duration
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Course structure
Study plan in 3 parts
Structure
- The Graduate Diploma in Genomics and Health consists of 75 points of compulsory subjects and 25 points of elective subjects
Compulsory subjects
- Human Genetics & Genomics in Healthcare
- Societal Implications of Genomics
- Foundational Counselling Practice
- Healthcare Research-Principles & Designs
- Clinical Genomics
- Advanced Communication Skills
- Clinical Genome Variant Analysis 2
- Clinical Genome Variant Analysis 1
Elective Subjects (Semester 2)
- Health Behaviour Change
- Basics of Digital Health for Clinicians
- Introduction to Economic Evaluation
- Comparative Health Systems
- Qualitative Research in Public Health
- Health Illness and Society
- Science Communication
- Scientists,Communication & the Workplace
Admissions
To be considered for entry into this course, you must: Have completed a bachelor degree (AQF7) in a cognate (relevant) discipline with a weighted average mark (WAM) of 65%, or equivalent. Or Have completed a bachelor degree (AQF7) in any discipline with a weighted average mark (WAM) of 65%, or equivalent. And Have at least two years of documented relevant experience. Or Have six years of documented relevant experience. And Have completed below prerequisite subject(s): Biology to first year undergraduate level or equivalent with subject marks of at least 65%, and Genetics to second year undergraduate level or equivalent with subject marks of at least 65%. Cognate (relevant) disciplines include: Science, health sciences, social work, psychology, medicine, or equivalent. Relevant experience may include laboratory-based roles, research or other roles in the area of genomics. The University o
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