Graduate Diploma in Genomics and Health
Graduate Diploma in Genomics and Health
Rapid advances in genomics in the last decade are expected to bring about benefits and challenges in health care. These advances require a workforce able to incorporate new ways of thinking about, and applying genomics knowledge in clinical practice and policy. The Graduate Diploma in Genomics and Health provides advanced…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
Rapid advances in genomics in the last decade are expected to bring about benefits and challenges in health care. These advances require a workforce able to incorporate new ways of thinking about, and applying genomics knowledge in clinical practice and policy. The Graduate Diploma in Genomics and Health provides advanced training in the current and potential impact on health and medicine brought about by advances in genomics and related technologies. The Graduate Diploma in Genomics and Health is a 1-year nested award within the 2-year Master of Genomics and Health. Can be applied to a range of future careers: Designed for a broad audience, the graduate programs in Genomics and Health will prepare you for a future within a wide range of genomics related careers. Relevant to medical and allied health professionals who wish to upskill in the area of genomics and medicine. Or recent undergraduates in science and biomedicine who want to broaden their careers beyond the laboratory. It will also be relevant to those with a health or science background who seek careers in clinical trials, education, community-based organisations such as genetic support groups, government or those seeking an entry point into a graduate research degree. A flexible and personalised learning experience: The program adopts a blended learning approach, utilising both self-paced online learning, and face-to-face tutorials and workshops that allows you to apply your knowledge in a problem-based learning environment. Taught by research and education leaders in genomics: Led by research and education leaders within the Melbourne Children’s Campus, incorporating expertise from the Royal Children’s Hospital, the Murdoch Children’s Institute for Research and The University of Melbourne Department of Paediatrics. Further study: You can further develop your genomics expertise by completing an additional year (100 credit points) of study with the Master of Genomics and Health.
Access to new facilities and world-class academics awaits those who undertake this program – the first of its kind in Australia. The ever-expanding field of genomics means that employers desire valuable graduates like you who can bring genomic expertise to the table. As a graduate of Genomics and Health at the University of Melbourne, you’ll be in an excellent position to explore ground-breaking work opportunities across a vast range of industries. Access new career opportunities: As well as being a great entry point for those who are new to the field of genomics, this Graduate Diploma is well-suited to working professionals with a more established career who are looking to further their knowledge, skills and qualifications. Graduates from this program are well placed to access exciting new career opportunities across a multitude of fields, including: Public Health and Health Policy; Science; Clinical trials and research; Medical and Allied Health Settings; Law.
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
Established in 1853, the University of Melbourne enjoys an outstanding reputation with world rankings, consistently being placed as Australia’s leading comprehensive research-intensive university, and is one of the world’s top 50 (as per Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2015 – 2016 and Academic Ranking of World Universities 2015). There are over 80 different undergraduate study areas and over 270 graduate courses at Melbourne for students to choose from. The University has extensive global networks and has seven campus locations across Melbourne and rural Victoria.
