Master of Clinical Embryology
Monash University
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00008C
The Intensive Master of Clinical Embryology is internationally renowned as a training program for all assisted reproductive technologies (ART), producing high calibre embryologists. On completion of this course, you will have developed the specialised knowledge and practical skills needed to work in, and manage, human ART clinics. The course is offered both on campus (one year full time) and off campus (restricted entry, full or part time) to domestic and international students. Your studies will include the foundations of mammalian embryology, detailed assessment of all infertility treatment strategies and the theoretical basis behind embryo production, embryo selection and cryopreservation, with a focus on all current and future technologies associated with ART. You will also study units dedicated to Total Quality Management, Preimplantation Diagnosis and Ethics. Throughout the course you will acquire all the practical skills required of andrologists and embryologists, from sperm and embryo handling and assessment, to in vitro fertilisation techniques and cryopreservation techniques, including vitrification of gametes and embryos. You will finish the year learning ICSI and biopsy procedures.
Structure
72 Credit Points
Subjects
- Clinical embryology
Standard entry requirements
- An Australian bachelor honours degree (or equivalent) in a cognate discipline in science or biomedicine second class or above or
- An Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent) in a cognate discipline in medicine or veterinary science with WAM over 60% or
- An Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent) with at least pass (50%) average and a minimum of one year of full time equivalent relevant professional experience in embryology or reproductive biology or
- An Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent) and a Graduate Diploma in Reproductive Science from Monash University (or equivalent qualification from another institution approved by the faculty) with at least distinction (70%) average.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Mid year intake | Attendance |
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| Clayton | International: $53,900 | No |
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| Monash Medical Centre | International: $53,900 | No |
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| Monash Online | International: $50,900 | No |
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