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- 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.
- See also: Graduate Certificate in Diagnostic Genomics, Graduate Diploma in Diagnostic Genomics.
Highlights
- First and only masters degree in diagnostic genomics in Australasia.
- Graduate eligible to apply for Human Genetics Society of Australasia (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.
Why choose this course?
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.
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Flexible delivery
This course is delivered online and can be completed in full-time or part-time study mode.
Flexible delivery
This course is delivered online and can be completed in full-time or part-time study mode. Online and part-time study options are not available to international students on Australian government international student visas. If you hold a different visa which allows you to study, you may be able to undertake flexible study.
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
Your actual fees may vary depending on which units you choose. We review fees annually, and they may be subject to increases.
2025 fees
2025: $30,000 per year full-time (96 credit points)
2025 fees
2025: $41,200 per year full-time (96 credit points)
2024 fees
2024: $27,800 per year full-time (96 credit points)
2024 fees
2024: $38,200 per year full-time (96 credit points)
Student services and amenities fees
You may need to pay student services and amenities (SA) fees as part of your course costs.
FEE-HELP: loans to help you pay for your course fees
You may not have to pay anything upfront if you're eligible for a FEE-HELP loan.
You can apply for scholarships to help you with study and living costs.
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