Master of Diagnostic Genomics
Master of Diagnostic Genomics
Genomics is a rapidly evolving field, critical to cutting-edge health care and personalised medicine. We offer the only Master of Diagnostic Genomics in Australasia. During this course, you will develop advanced knowledge and research skills that prepare you to meet the requirements for HGSA professional accreditation as a diagnostic genomics…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
Genomics is a rapidly evolving field, critical to cutting-edge health care and personalised medicine. We offer the only Master of Diagnostic Genomics in Australasia.
During this course, you will develop advanced knowledge and research skills that prepare you to meet the requirements for HGSA professional accreditation as a diagnostic genomics scientist.
You may align your study with specific career goals by selecting speciality units in molecular genetics, cytogenetics, or biochemical genetics. During second year, you will build on this speciality or choose to complete elective units in cancer genomics, genetic epidemiology, or computational biology.
A six-month placement in an appropriate clinical or research laboratory is a key feature of the program. This placement may be completed in your current workplace or may be facilitated by QUT.
During this placement you will complete a research dissertation. The dissertation component allows you to address a specific human genomics question through the design, implementation, analysis, interpretation and reporting of a research project. Those completing a clinical laboratory placement will write up case studies in dissertation format which can then be reformatted for HGSA accreditation submission.
You will be taught by leading researchers from the Genomics Research Centre, a research facility that focuses on the identification of genes involved in common human disorders and the translation of this research into new diagnostics and therapeutics.
Guest lecturers will offer insight into cross-disciplinary professions including ethics, genetic counselling, medical genetics, law, and bioinformatics.
Flexible delivery
This course is delivered online and can be completed in full-time or part-time study mode.
Highlights
First and only masters degree in diagnostic genomics in Australasia.
Graduate eligible to apply for HGSA professional accreditation in diagnostic genomics.
Choose speciality streams in molecular genetics, cytogenetics, biochemical genetics, and from electives in cancer genetics, genetic epidemiology, and computational biology.
Complete a six-month clinical or research placement, in the convenience of your current workplace or in an alternate accredited laboratory.
Career outcomes
This course is designed to qualify graduates as a diagnostic genomic scientist. Graduates are well positioned for employment as laboratory managers in diagnostic laboratories, or for a career in research. Furthermore, the composition of this masters degree means that graduates will be able to competitively apply for a Doctor of Philosophy and scholarship.
Possible careers
Diagnostic Genomic Scientist
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
Study at The University of Queensland. Learn with leading academics in world-class facilities and join the most employable graduates in the state. At UQ you’ll benefit from flexible study options, field trips, lab work, industry placements, research experience, and online study in Brisbane, Australia.
