Master of Medicine (Genomics and Precision Medicine)

Program Overview

The Master of Medicine (Genomics and Precision Medicine) is an online program that empowers clinicians to enhance their knowledge and practice in cancer genomics, ethical considerations, and genomic therapeutics. Students engage in compulsory units, stream-specific specializations, and flexible electives to develop their skills in genomic medicine, including ethical and critical thinking for optimal patient care. The program is directed by Professor Robyn Jamieson and holds recognition from the Royal Australasian College of Physicians.

Program Outline

Outline:

The Master of Medicine (Genomics and Precision Medicine) requires completion of 48 credit points of units of study including:

• 12 credit points of compulsory units of study;
• A minimum of 24 and maximum of 36 credit points of stream specific units of study; and
• Up to 12 credit points of elective units of study.
This course is offered through our interactive online learning environment, giving you the flexibility to tailor your study schedule around your lifestyle. All stream specific units are online. You may find however; a couple of electives do have a face-to-face component. These can be avoided depending on your individual preferences.

Capstone Experience:

The capstone unit, GMED5005 Evidence and Ethics in Genomics, aims to develop the ethical and critical thinking needed to inform best clinical practice. It is divided into two parts: an introduction to key ethical concepts and methods of ethical analysis relevant to health care practice and research and an overview of the evidence. Students will critically appraise the evidence base related to an area of practice in their workplace or a clinical guideline. This will require the development of a clinical question, a literature review, then an appraisal of the literature and application of the evidence to individual patient care. It will further refine clinical epidemiology and critical appraisal skills developed in CEPI5100 Introduction to Clinical Epidemiology.

Unit of Study Table:

Genomics and Precision Medicine This program is directed by Professor Robyn Jamieson.

Careers:

Our course offers an exciting range of opportunities to graduates who are interested in pursuing a career in:

• genomic medicine
• paediatrics
• obstetrics
• neurology
• other subspecialties, including general practice.

Other:

• The Royal Australasian College of Physicians has approved the unit GMED5001 Genomics in Clinical Practice to fulfil the University genetics course requirement for advanced training in clinical genetics.
• The course is offered through a series of articulated awards to help enhance your medical practice.
• Learn from senior and highly experienced clinicians and researchers.
• Tailor fit your study schedule around your lifestyle with a flexible course structure.