Overview
Evidence-based introduction to genomic medicine exploring key concepts and contemporary ethical, legal, social and cultural considerations associated with equitable adoption into healthcare.
This paper involves an introduction to genomics in healthcare – you’ll be introduced to genomic concepts and learn about essential topics like pharmacogenomics, epigenetics and genetic testing.
About this paper
| Paper title | Introduction to Genomics in Health and Medicine |
|---|---|
| Subject | Genomic medicine |
| EFTS | 0.1250 |
| Points | 15 points |
| Teaching period | Semester 1 (Distance learning) |
| Delivery mode | The Distance Learning offering of this paper is taught and assessed remotely |
| Domestic Tuition Fees ( NZD ) | $1,743.38 |
| International Tuition Fees | Tuition Fees for international students are elsewhere on this website. |
- Eligibility
This is a postgraduate (level 8) paper.
Clinical experience is not required.
- Contact
- Teaching staff
To be confirmed
- Textbooks
No compulsory text books.
- Course outline
The Postgraduate certificate in Genomic Health and Medicine consists of the following four papers: GEHM701, BINF701, GEHM702 and GEHM703.
- Graduate Attributes Emphasised
- Global perspective, Lifelong learning, Communication, Critical thinking, Cultural understanding, Ethics, Environmental literacy, Information literacy, Research, Self-motivation.
View more information about Otago's graduate attributes. - Learning Outcomes
Students who successfully complete this paper will:
- Critically search for and evaluate emerging genomic technologies and applications relevant to health in New Zealand and global contexts
- Critically analyse research, understand research processes and apply research skills to new situations
- Articulate complex genomic concepts and their relevance to clinical practice and/or health care delivery (by means of oral presentation, academic writing, formal and informal discussions/blogs, and online communication)
- Evaluate, identify and discuss future opportunities and challenges associated with genomics in their specific profession/discipline, and see how this specialized knowledge can be applied to their practice
Overview
Evidence-based introduction to genomic medicine exploring key concepts and contemporary ethical, legal, social and cultural considerations associated with equitable adoption into healthcare.
This paper involves an introduction to genomics in healthcare - you will be introduced to genomic concepts and learn about essential topics like pharmacogenomics, epigenetics and genetic testing.
About this paper
| Paper title | Introduction to Genomics in Health and Medicine |
|---|---|
| Subject | Genomic medicine |
| EFTS | 0.1250 |
| Points | 15 points |
| Teaching period | Semester 1 (Distance learning) |
| Delivery mode | The Distance Learning offering of this paper is taught and assessed remotely |
| Domestic Tuition Fees | Tuition Fees for 2027 have not yet been set |
| International Tuition Fees | Tuition Fees for international students are elsewhere on this website. |
- Eligibility
This is a postgraduate (NCEA Level 8) paper.
Clinical experience is not required.
- Contact
- Teaching staff
To be confirmed.
- Textbooks
No compulsory text books.
- Course outline
The Postgraduate certificate in Genomic Health and Medicine consists of the following four papers: GEHM 701, BINF 701, GEHM 702 and GEHM 703.
- Graduate Attributes Emphasised
- Global perspective, Lifelong learning, Communication, Critical thinking, Cultural understanding, Ethics, Environmental literacy, Information literacy, Research, Self-motivation.
View more information about Otago's graduate attributes. - Learning Outcomes
Students who successfully complete this paper will:
- Critically search for and evaluate emerging genomic technologies and applications relevant to health in New Zealand and global contexts
- Critically analyse research, understand research processes and apply research skills to new situations
- Articulate complex genomic concepts and their relevance to clinical practice and/or health care delivery (by means of oral presentation, academic writing, formal and informal discussions/blogs and online communication)
- Evaluate, identify and discuss future opportunities and challenges associated with genomics in their specific profession/discipline, and see how this specialised knowledge can be applied to their practice