Master of Genetic Counselling
Prepare for a professional career as a genetic counsellor at The University of Melbourne.
Best for:Best for biology graduates with professional experience seeking a specialized career in clinical genetic counselling.
Overview
The Master of Genetic Counselling at The University of Melbourne is a comprehensive postgraduate coursework programme designed to train allied health professionals in human genetics and communication. Students learn to work alongside clinical geneticists and medical specialists to support individuals and families navigating genetic health conditions. The curriculum combines rigorous academic coursework in biology and genetics with supervised professional or volunteer experience. Graduates are equipped to enter multidisciplinary healthcare teams and provide compassionate, specialized genetic counselling.
What you'll do
- Complete rigorous coursework in human genetics and undergraduate biology subjects
- Engage in clinical communication training to support patients and families dealing with genetic conditions
- Collaborate within multidisciplinary healthcare teams involving clinical geneticists and allied health professionals
- Produce a personal statement and reflective assignments demonstrating professional growth
- Fulfill supervised professional or volunteer placement requirements
Requirements
Degree required: Undergraduate degree or equivalent with a cognate genetics subject at second year level
Degree offered: Master Degree
Language: English
Instruction: English
- Completed at least one first-year undergraduate biology subject within the last 10 years
- Completed at least one second-year subject (preferably human genetics) with marks of at least 65%
- Demonstrated relevant professional or volunteer experience for at least six months
- Ability to interact effectively and appropriately with people in distress
- Hold an undergraduate degree with specific coursework prerequisites completed within the last 10 years with at least 65% marks
- Have at least six months of relevant professional or volunteer experience
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How to apply
Applicants must submit their application through the official university portal, including all required academic transcripts, a personal statement, and three written, signed references. Referees must independently complete the online Master of Genetic Counselling Referee Report to support the application.
- Undergraduate transcripts
- Personal statement
- 3 reference letters
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