This course is offered by the Education Program in Reproductive Biology (EPRB), a joint venture of the Monash Institute of Reproduction and Development and Prince Henry's Institute of Medical Research in association with the Monash departments of Physiology, Pharmacology, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, and Anatomy and Cell Biology. The primary aim of the EPRB is to foster education and research into reproductive biology and medicine.
The Master of Reproductive Sciences is offered full-time over two years and is available to graduates from approved tertiary institutions with an honours degree (upper second class - division IIA or equivalent) in biological, medical, paramedical, agricultural or veterinary sciences; or a pass degree with at least two years of relevant experience; or a Graduate Diploma in Reproductive Sciences with an average grade of 70 per cent; or who have qualifications and experience which are assessed as equivalent.
The course provides an advanced theoretical understanding and research training in the applications of reproductive biology to clinical human and veterinary medicine. It aims to provide detailed training in current theories and principles of reproductive biology and medicine; instruction and experience in various practical skills currently in use in reproductive biology and medicine; current knowledge and understanding of recent advances in reproductive technologies and their implications for professionals in various fields within and outside the reproductive sciences; advanced knowledge and training in areas of specific interest and research experience.
The course is predominantly research with some coursework. Students are required to undertake an in-depth original study in an area of reproductive biology such as human reproduction, animal reproduction, women's health, fetal and neonatal physiology, embryology, stem cells, molecular and cellular endocrinology and reproductive toxicology.
To provide a broad theoretical basis to their study, masters students must attend a series of coursework lectures covering a wide range of topics in reproductive biology such as physiology of human and animal reproduction, fertilisation and its manipulation, regulation of fertility, infertility - its diagnosis and treatment, ethics, sexually transmitted diseases, pregnancy and parturition, pregnancy disorders and neonates.
Assessment is by written exams, literature reviews, practical reports, oral presentations and the thesis.
Inquiries should be directed to the course manager, Ms Vicki
McAuliffe,
c/- Department of Anatomy and Cell Biology, PO Box 13C, Monash
University, Victoria 3800, telephone (03) 9905 2719. Email
eprb@med.monash.edu.au, website
http://www.med.monash.edu.au/eprb.
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