In response to COVID-19, the University of Sydney has reviewed the availability of courses to be delivered remotely for students commencing their studies in Semester 1, 2021.
This course will be available to study remotely for students commencing in Semester 1, 2021. Please note that some units of study that are not essential to completing the degree may not be available to be studied remotely.
Note: The University intends to offer as many units of study as possible in a remote as well as face-to-face learning method of delivery in Semester 1, 2021 and subject to ongoing border closures and public health orders impacting attendance on campus, in Semester 2, 2021. However, some units of study and courses require students to study in-person at the relevant University of Sydney campus/es and host locations for placements and will not be available remotely.
About this course
New in 2020, this program will broaden your knowledge and enhance your clinical practice in this new and increasingly relevant field.
The rapid development of genomics is already having a significant impact on diagnostics, screening, counselling and therapeutics across the clinical sphere. As new discoveries and trials improve patient care, this impact will only increase with time.
Our genomics and precision medicine program is offered through a series of articulated awards, providing you with a flexible route to enhance your medical practice as part of your continuing professional education.
Taught by senior and highly experienced clinicians and researchers, the program incorporates units of study with increasing depth and breadth in the area of cancer genomics, ethical legal and counselling issues, and genomic therapeutics and precision medicine, and is suitable for both trainees and experienced medical practitioners.
The genomics coursework is designed to fit in with your busy working life and is delivered entirely online. It is highly relevant to clinical practice and uses case based learning.
Who is this course for?
The genomics and precision medicine program is designed for those wishing to broaden their knowledge of genomics and precision medicine. It is suitable for recent and established clinicians and is particularly relevant to those with an interest in clinical genetics, paediatrics, obstetrics, neurology and oncology.
This course is only open to applicants currently enrolled in the Master of Medicine (Genomics and Precision Medicine) degree.
Learn more about professional medical education at Sydney.
Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP) are available for this course for eligible domestic students. This means that your course fees are subsidised by the Australian Government and you pay a student contribution amount (SCA). CSP places are limited in number and are allocated based on academic merit.