Genomic Medicine, MSc / PGDip / PGCert
| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-09-01 | - |
| 2023-09-01 | - |
Program Overview
It provides a comprehensive understanding of genomic data interpretation for enhanced patient diagnosis, treatment, and care. The program is taught by experts in the field and prepares graduates for careers in research, healthcare, and related industries.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
Genomic Medicine aims to provide students with the essential knowledge and skills to understand and interpret genomic data to enhance patient diagnosis, treatment, and care. Each module within the program is designed to provide students with the most up-to-date information on the use of genetics and genome sequencing in clinical settings and medical research. The program is delivered by experienced academic researchers and clinicians, all experts in the field of genomics, ensuring that all topics covered are based on evidence-based learning and practice.
Outline:
Year 1:
- Bioinformatics for Genome Analysis
- Introduction to Human Genetics and Genomics
- Omics Techniques and their Application to Genomic Medicine
- Pharmacogenomics & Stratified Healthcare Optional Modules (choose 40 credits):
- Genomics of Common and Rare Inherited Disease
- Cancer Genomics
- Application of Genomics in Infectious Disease Year 2 (MSc only):
- Dissertation Project
- Pharmacogenomics & Stratified Healthcare Optional Modules (choose 40 credits):
- Genomics of Common and Rare Inherited Disease
- Cancer Genomics
Teaching:
The program is taught through a variety of methods, including lectures, workshops, tutorials, interactive group learning, work-based learning, and guest lectures. Academic scientists who are leading experts in their field teach the modules. Patient group representation provides insight into the impact of genomic medicine from the perspective of patients or carers.
Careers:
This program prepares students for work or further study in areas such as:
- PhD research and academic careers
- Graduate entry medicine
- Genetic counselling MSc
- NHS scientist and clinical scientist training program
- Medical and scientific writing
- Genomics education roles
Tuition Fees and Payment Information:
MSc 1 Year Full Time Start Date UK International Tuition Fees MSc 1 Year Full Time Start Date UK International September 2023 £ 10,700 £ 21,650 September 2024 £ 10,700 £ 21,650 MSc 2 Year Part Time Start Date UK International September 2023 £ 5,350 £ 10,850 September 2024 £ 5,350 £ 10,850 PGDip 2 Year Part Time Start Date UK International September 2023 £ 7,150 £ 14,450 September 2024 £ 7,150 £ 14,450 PGCert 1 Year Part Time Start Date UK International September 2023 £ 3,600 £ 7,250 September 2024 £ 3,600 £ 7,250 Tuition fees for years of study after your first year are subject to an increase of 3%.
