Master of Diagnostic Genomics

Masters (Coursework)

Develop advanced knowledge and research skills in the only Master of Diagnostic Genomics in Australasia. Learn from leaders in genomics research and complete a six-month clinical or research laboratory placement.

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Key details

Degree Type

Masters (Coursework)

Duration

1.5 years full-time, 3 years part-time

Study Mode

Online, In person

Intake Months

Feb

About this course

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.

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.

Entry requirements

Entry requirements

You must have a recognised bachelor degree (or higher award) completed within the last 10 years (2013 or later) in any of the following areas or relevant disciplines:

biology
biochemistry
biotechnology
biomedical sciences
cell biology
dentistry
dietetics
forensic science
genetics
medicine
nursing
pharmacy
veterinary science

If your studies was completed more than 10 years ago (2012 or earlier) you must also have professional work experience relevant to your studies and/or genomics and:

It is at least 5 years full-time (or equivalent) gained within the last 10 years; or
You are currently employed with at least 1 year full-time (or equivalent) gained within the last 3 years.

Academic entry requirements

A completed recognised bachelor degree (or higher award) with a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) score of 4.00 on QUT's 7 point scale completed within the last ten years in any of the following areas or relevant disciplines:

biology
biochemistry
biotechnology
biomedical sciences
cell biology
dentistry
dietetics
forensic science
genetics
medicine
nursing
pharmacy
veterinary science

If your degree was completed more than ten years ago you must provide evidence of graduate work experience; and; or further studies since course completion with your application for it to be considered.

Study locations

External

Online

What you will learn

Flexible delivery

This course is delivered online and can be completed in full-time or part-time study mode.

Career pathways

Careers and 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.

Professional recognition

Graduates of this course will have satisfied the exam component of the Human Genetics Society of Australasia (HGSA).

To be eligible for professional accreditation as a diagnostic genomic scientist graduates must submit their testamur along with five case studies to HGSA. This course has been designed to ensure graduates are in a strong position to submit this material shortly after graduation.

Research pathways

This course provides a pathway into the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD).

Possible careers

Diagnostic genomic scientist

Course structure

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Health Services & Support courses at QUT (Queensland University of Technology).

87.7%

Overall satisfaction

81.2%

Skill scale

79%

Teaching scale

92.5%

Employed full-time

$93.9k

Average salary

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