GNA5120 Genome curation
Faculty of Science
GNA5120 Genome curation is a level 5, 12-credit-point, postgraduate unit from the Faculty of Science, offered in 2026 in Semester 2 at Clayton. It has no prerequisites and unlocks 3 units.
- Credit points
- 12
- Offered in 2026
- Semester 2
- Clayton
- Assessment
- No exam
- 4 tasks
This is the 2026 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.
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Requisites
Before GNA5120
No prerequisites or corequisites besides the enrolment rules below.
After GNA5120
3 units list GNA5120 as a prerequisite or corequisite.
Enrolment rules
PREREQUISITE: GNA5200
COREQUISITES: Must be enrolled in Master of Genome Analytics (or with permission from the unit coordinator)
Overview
The use of genome scale data in clinical applications is rapidly increasing. You will develop expertise in the use of software applications for the calling of genome sequence variants. You will learn how to interpret these variants including examining their presence in population datasets and clinical scenarios.
You will learn about population stratification and ethnic specific variation; how to apply this knowledge to the interpretation of genome sequences, and the use of genomics in precision medicine.
Offerings in 2026
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| Second semester | Clayton | On campus |
Assessment
- Literature appraisalWritten20%
- Analysis of clinical frameworks and bioinformatic toolsWritten20%
- Preliminary case studiesWritten25%
- Summative case studiesWritten35%
Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
Interpret and classify genetic variants and understand their significance among different populations;
- 2
Outline the current international guidelines and accreditation within the genome analysis industry;
- 3
Analyse genome data to identify causative variants as they relate to patient clinical presentation using current software, databases and published literature;
- 4
Formulate variant reports suitable for clinical use and consistent with guidelines;
Workload and teaching
- Workshops60 hours
- Teaching approachOnline learning
- Teaching approachProblem-based learning
- Teaching approachCase-based teaching
- 3 hours of online material / exercises / lessons;
- 5 hours workshop (split over 2 sessions) and
- 16 hours of independent study.
Educational content, exercises and interactive lessons will be provided in the online-learning environment. All pre-class material will be provided online so as to ensure face to face time is spent in workshops and active-based learning
The online and activity learning will both involve problem-based learning, where you must apply your knowledge to new problems.
You will be presented with patient cases that require genome analytics techniques to be applied. These techniques will first be taught in interactive workshops and then you will apply these techniques to the cases you are provided.
Learning resources
Recommended resources
References to relevant training materials in the scientific literature and Moodle lessons to introduce concepts and develop skills.
Contacts
- Chief Examiners
- Jen Lickiss
- Unit Coordinators
- Jen Lickiss
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for GNA5120?
GNA5120 has no prerequisites, but enrolment rules apply.
What can I take after GNA5120?
GNA5120 is a prerequisite or corequisite for 3 units, including GNA5042, GNA5920 and GNA5930.
When is GNA5120 offered?
In 2026, GNA5120 runs in Semester 2 at Clayton.
Does GNA5120 have an exam?
No. GNA5120 has 4 assessment tasks and no exam.