The two-year, graduate-entry Master of Genetic Counselling coursework at UTS is the entry-level qualification for work as a genetic counsellor. 

This program is developed and delivered by experienced genetic counsellors and researchers, supported by expert learning designers, broad consultation with the genetic counselling profession and a skilled Curriculum Advisory Committee.

The program is delivered in a way that actively supports students to study from their home towns by utilising a combination of asynchronous interactive online learning and synchronous weekly, timetabled ‘live and online’ classes, supported with a week-long on-campus block each session. 

Expert guest lecturers participate throughout the course, ensuring relevance and real-world coursework application. 

Block learning takes place in the Graduate School of Health's education and research facility at the UTS City campus.

Alongside the coursework, students participate in clinical placements sourced by UTS throughout the two-year program. 

Placements are offered in various settings in Australasia and may include the option of an approved international placement for interested students. 

Placements are supported by weekly reflective practice supervision with experienced clinical genetic counsellors. 

Students undertake research training to equip them with the skills to provide evidence-based care, talk with clients about research participation and findings and seek opportunities for higher-degree research for themselves in the future.

• Academic Transcripts
• English Language Proficiency
• English language translations of documents in a language other than English
• If you are applying for recognition of prior learning, a completed application form and subject outlines.
• Details of exclusion (or possible exclusions) from a course on academic or other grounds
• Details of relevant work experience
• Supporting Statement or portfolio if required
• Details of disability or ongoing medical condition will require you to seek special assistance from the University.
• Passport or Visa Documents
• Genetic Counselling Prerequisite Table
• A CV (if required)
• An Interview
• A Personal Statement (if required)
• One or Two Referees

Applicants must have completed a UTS-recognised bachelor's degree, or an equivalent or higher qualification, or submitted other evidence of general and professional qualifications demonstrating potential to pursue graduate studies.

Applicants must have completed either:

a. an undergraduate degree in a cognate discipline such as Biological Sciences, Chemical Sciences. Other Natural and Physical Sciences, Human Welfare Studies and Services, Behavioural Science, Medical Studies, Nursing, Public Health or Teacher Education.

OR

b. an undergraduate degree in any discipline and documented relevant work experience outlined in a CV, including clear evidence of career development, professional writing, and professional achievement or practice comparable to that expected of undergraduate degree holders in cognate disciplines

In addition to a Bachelor's degree, applicants must have completed the following subject at a tertiary level within the last 10 years. They must provide a relevant subject outline with their application:

• one human genetics subject (to second or third-year undergraduate level, or equivalent)

Students must submit a completed Prerequisite Assessment Table with their application for prerequisite checking.

Applicants must also provide the following.

• At least one and no more than two references as evidence of relevant voluntary/paid work experience in a caring role.
• A personal statement of up to 1000 words.

Selected applicants must undertake a short interview with a panel, and final offers depend on interview rank. 

Applicants are assessed in communication, interpersonal, interest in speech pathology, and commitment to speech pathology as a career.