Master of Clinical Embryology
Monash University
Course Details
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.
Qualification: Master Degree (By Coursework)
Course structure: This intensive 8 unit practical-oriented course gives training in infertility and treatment strategies; IVF processes; embryo production; cryopreservation, quality management, preimplantation genetic diagnosis ; and regulation and ethics in assisted reproductive technologies.
Applicants wishing to study off campus will be expected to provide evidence of their ability to meet the course practical requirements.