Master of Medicine (Advanced) (Genomics and Precision Medicine)

Program Overview

The Master of Medicine (Advanced) (Genomics and Precision Medicine) enhances clinical practice skills in cancer genomics, ethics, and genomic therapeutics. Offered online, it allows students to deepen their knowledge and integrate genomic medicine into clinical practice while exploring careers in various medical specialties. Graduates can pursue roles in genomic medicine, pediatrics, obstetrics, neurology, and other subspecialties.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

Our Master of Medicine (Advanced) (Genomics and Precision Medicine) aims to broaden knowledge and enhance clinical practice skills in the study areas of cancer genomics, ethical legal and counselling issues, and genomic therapeutics and precision medicine.

Objectives:

• To broaden knowledge and enhance clinical practice skills in the study areas of cancer genomics, ethical legal and counselling issues, and genomic therapeutics and precision medicine.
• To provide the necessary skills to understand and integrate genomic medicine in current and future clinical practice.

Program Description:

This course is only open to applicants currently enrolled in our Master of Medicine (Genomics and Precision Medicine) degree. It offers an exciting range of opportunities to graduates who are interested in pursuing a career in genomic medicine, pediatrics, obstetrics, neurology, and other subspecialties, including general practice. The course is offered through an interactive online learning environment, giving students the flexibility to tailor their study schedule around their lifestyle.

Teaching:

• The course is offered through an interactive online learning environment.
• All stream-specific units are online.
• Some electives may have a face-to-face component, but these can be avoided depending on individual preferences.
• The program is directed by Professor Robyn Jamieson.

Careers:

Graduates from this program will be equipped to pursue careers in:

• Genomic medicine
• Pediatrics
• Obstetrics
• Neurology
• Other subspecialties, including general practice

Other:

• The Royal Australasian College of Physicians has approved the unit GMED5001 Genomics in Clinical Practice to fulfill the University genetics course requirement for advanced training in clinical genetics.
• The capstone unit, GMED5005 Evidence and Ethics in Genomics, aims to develop the ethical and critical thinking needed to inform best clinical practice.
• Students will critically appraise the evidence base related to an area of practice in their workplace or a clinical guideline.
• The course is offered through a series of articulated awards to help enhance medical practice.
• Students will learn from senior and highly experienced clinicians and researchers.
• The course is designed with a flexible structure to tailor study schedules around students' lifestyles.