Reproductive Sciences

The course provides a broad knowledge and practical training in the applications of reproductive biology to current human clinical and veterinary medicine, and explores social and ethical issues raised by the use of these techniques.The course also provides an opportunity for those interested in expanding or refreshing their understanding of reproduction and development to update their knowledge.

On completion of the course, students will be able to demonstrate a thorough theoretical understanding of human and animal reproductive sciences and demonstrate practical techniques currently in use in human medical and veterinary reproductive sciences.

Structure

The course consists of eight units. You will develop a broad knowledge of reproductive biology for current human clinical and veterinary medicine, and comparative reproduction, captive breeding and wildlife conservation. You will also explore the associated social and ethical issues in regard to fertility regulation and treatment of infertility and the associated assisted reproductive and genetic technologies. Your theoretical learning is supported by practical skills training and a minor research project.

The course progression map provides guidance on unit enrolment for each semester of study.

Qualifications

An Australian undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in nursing or biological, medical, agricultural or veterinary sciences, or equivalent qualifications or experience in the reproductive sciences gained after completing a pass degree in another field (BSc should include a major field of study in: anatomy, biology, biochemistry, genetics, pharmacology, physiology, microbiology, immunology or zoology).

English requirements

Applicants must also meet the English language requirements.

University entrance requirements

Minimum entrance requirements for admission to Monash University Australia.

Learning outcomes

These course outcomes are aligned with the Australian Qualifications Framework level 8 and Monash Graduate Attributes. Upon successful completion of this course it is expected that you will be able to:

1.

display and communicate a detailed theoretical knowledge and understanding of human and animal reproductive science

2.

critically evaluate recent developments in clinical human and animal reproductive sciences

3.

conduct an appropriate statistical analysis of data from studies in reproductive sciences

4.

understand, intelligently consider and clearly communicate the ethical issues and implications raised by research in the reproductive sciences and in population control using both a local and an international perspective

5.

demonstrate various common practical techniques currently in use in reproductive sciences

6.

plan and conduct a research project, and prepare a standard scientific report of the research findings

7.

competently communicate in written and oral formats their findings from critical reviews, data analyses and a practical project.