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Graduate Diploma of Human Reproduction

Effective from 01-JAN-2019 : Code J68

The Graduate Diploma in Human Reproduction will provide a combination of theory and practical experience in the study of human reproduction. An examination of natural and assisted conception, coupled with the study of different reproductive strategies in the animal kingdom, will provide a balanced overview of human reproduction and assisted conception. It will also provide an excellent base from which to enter the Master of Science (Assisted Reproductive Technology).

Disclaimer

This course information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester. In particular please check the course requirements and the unit and unit set offerings, as these differ according to course delivery location.

Course Learning Outcomes

  1. Apply high level, independent judgement when analysing and evaluating complex scientific literature.
  2. Communicate advanced knowledge, concepts and skills about reproduction to a variety of audiences.
  3. Demonstrate management skills by planning, implementing and evaluating self-performance in professional contexts.

Admission requirements

Admission requirement (Band 8)

  • Bachelor degree in a cognate discipline; or
  • Where accepted, equivalent prior learning, including at least five years relevant professional experience.

English Language requirement (Band 4)

English competency requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:

  • IELTS Academic Overall band minimum score of 6.5 (no individual band less than 6.0);
  • Bachelor degree from a country specified in the Admissions Policy;
  • Successfully completed 0.375 EFTSL of study at postgraduate level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent);
  • Where accepted, equivalent prior learning, including at least five years relevant professional experience; or
  • Other tests, courses or programs as defined in the Admissions Policy.

Course Specific Admission Requirements

All applicants are required to have completed a Bachelor Degree in a science discipline, with equivalents considered.

Course Delivery

  • Joondalup: Full Time, Part Time

Course Coordinator

Prof Phillip Leslie MATSON

Course Structure

Year 1 - Semester 1
Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
MAT5212Biostatistics20
HRB5105Natural and Assisted Conception20
HRB5110Human Reproduction and the Environment20
Year 1 - Semester 2
Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
HRB5115Reproductive Hormone Measurement20
HRB5120Evolution of Assisted Reproduction20
HRB5125Human Reproductive Strategies20

Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005)

For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.

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