Master of Reproductive Sciences

Course code: 0100 + Course abbreviation: MRepSc + Total credit points required: 96 + 4 semesters full-time

Study mode and course location

On-campus (Clayton - F/T only; Monash Medical Centre, Clayton - F/T only)

Course description

This course is offered by the Education Program in Reproductive Biology (EPRB), a joint venture of the Monash Institute of Medical Research 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 course provides an advanced theoretical understanding, encompassing: 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; and advanced knowledge and training in areas of specific interest and research experience.

Entry requirements

The course is available to graduates who: have an honours degree (upper second class – H2A or equivalent) in biological, medical, paramedical, agricultural or veterinary sciences from an approved tertiary institutions; or a pass degree with at least two years of relevant experience; or a Graduate Diploma of Reproductive Sciences with an average grade of 70 per cent; or qualifications and experience which are assessed as equivalent.

Course structure

This is a research degree which has a small coursework component. Students are required to undertake an in-depth original study and are required to submit a major thesis for examination. The thesis should embody the results of an investigation carried out by the student, under supervision, which shows independence of thought and which demonstrates the student’s ability to carry out research in the chosen discipline. Research may be undertaken in areas of human reproduction, animal reproduction, women’s health, foetal and neonatal physiology, embryology, stem cells, molecular and cellular endocrinology and reproductive toxicology.

In addition, to provide a broad theoretical basis to their study, 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, diagnosis and treatment of infertility, ethics, sexually transmitted diseases, pregnancy and parturition, pregnancy disorders and neonates.

Units

MRS0001 Coursework – core lecture
MRS0002 Coursework, semester 1, stream 1 – lectures
MRS0003 Coursework, semester 1, stream 2 – lectures
MRS0004 Coursework, semester 2, stream 1 – lectures
MRS0005 Coursework, semester 2, stream 2 – lectures

Assessment

Assessment is by written exams, literature reviews, practical reports, oral presentations and the thesis.

Contact details

Postgraduate course administrator: telephone: +61 3 9594 7360; email: eprb@med.monash.edu.auor visit www.med.monash.edu.au/eprb

Course coordinator

Associate Professor David Robertson

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