Course

Master of Genetic Counselling

Name: Master of Genetic Counselling
Price: 66485.00 AUD

University of Technology (UTS), Sydney · Sydney · City Campus · Science, Medicine & Health

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Key facts

University: University of Technology (UTS), Sydney
Campus: City Campus · Haymarket
City: Sydney, New South Wales
Qualification: Masters
Duration: 2 years
Delivery: On Campus
Annual tuition · 2027: AUD 66,485 (indicative)
Study area: Science, Medicine & Health

Start dates

Autumn B Session 2027, 2027 City Campus

English language requirements

IELTS Academic — 7 overall (no band below 7)
IELTS Academic: overall 7.0, listening 7.0, speaking 7.0, reading 7.0, writing 7.0
TOEFL iBT — 98 overall (no band below 23)
TOEFL iBT (0-120): overall 98, listening 24, speaking 23, reading 24, writing 27
PTE Academic — 65 overall (no band below 65)
Pearson PTE: overall 65, listening 65, speaking 65, reading 65, writing 65

Academic entry requirements

To be eligible for admission to this course, applicants must meet the following criteria. Applicants must have one of the following: • Completed Australian bachelor's degree or higher qualification, or overseas equivalent, in related field of study with a minimum GPA of 4/7 AND Completed one human genetics subject (to second- or third-year undergraduate level, or equivalent) within the last 10 years AND An interest in the course and demonstrated understanding of the opportunities present in Genetic Counselling OR • Completed Australian bachelor's degree or higher qualification, or overseas equivalent, in any field of study with a minimum GPA of 4/7 AND A minimum of 3 years full-time, or equivalent part-time, relevant professional work experience in human genetics AND Completed one human genetics subject (to second- or third-year undergraduate level, or equivalent) within the last 10 years AND An interest in the course and demonstrated understanding of the opportunities present in Genetic Counselling Selected applicants are required to undertake a short interview with a panel and final offers are dependent upon interview rank. Applicants are assessed in the areas of communication skills, interpersonal skills, interest in genetic counselling, and commitment to genetic counselling as a career. Related fields of study: Biological Sciences, Chemical Sciences, Natural and Physical Sciences, Human Welfare Studies and Services, Behavioural Science, Medical Studies, Nursing, Public Health, Teacher Education. Prerequisite checking All prerequisite subjects must be assessed and approved by the school. Prerequisite subject approvals are subject to change as they undergo an annual academic review (a new assessment is required for each new intake). Prerequisites may be completed as non-award units at a recognised tertiary institution if applicants did not complete them as part of their undergraduate degree. Prior to applications opening, applicants may submit a Prerequisite Assessment Table to gsh.future@uts.edu.au for pre-assessment. A pre-assessment is not required to apply. Pre-assessments will not be conducted once applications open. Prior to commencing a subject to fulfil this requirement, applicants should request a pre-assessment by emailing gsh.future@uts.edu.au. Professional and clinical requirements All successful applicants are required to: • acquire a Working With Children Check and an Australian National Police Check • complete a series of NSW Health forms including a Code of Conduct, and • demonstrate evidence of protection against a number of specified infectious diseases Supporting documentation to be submitted with the application • Prerequisite Assessment Table with relevant subject outlines • References: At least one, and no more than two references as evidence of relevant voluntary/paid professional work experience in a caring role. • Referees must complete a UTS Referee Report. Referee reports that are not submitted via this link will not be accepted. • Referees are asked to comment on the applicant's character, ability, and suitability to be a genetic counsellor. • Referees may include teachers/lecturers/academics, employers/supervisors of paid work, supervisors of peer counselling/volunteer work/placement. • Personal statement (1000 words max.) describing the skills and qualities applicants bring to a career in genetic counselling and explain how they meet the selection criteria. Applicants should also include a statement confirming that this is their own work. For applicants required to demonstrate professional work experience: • Curriculum Vitae documenting relevant professional work experience, including clear evidence of career development, professional writing, and professional achievement or practice comparable to that expected of undergraduate degree holders in cognate disciplines Eligibility for admission does not guarantee offer of a place.

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About this course

Master of Genetic Counselling is a masters course at University of Technology (UTS), Sydney in Sydney, New South Wales. It is listed as 2 years of study. Published intakes include Autumn B Session 2027, 2027. Annual tuition is listed at AUD 66,485 for 2027 (indicative). The published English requirement is IELTS Academic 7 (no band below 7).

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