MSc Medical Genetics and Genomics
7,500 EURTuition Fee/year
Feb, OctStarting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Medicine Related Studies
Degree
MSc
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
The objective of the MSc on Medical Genetics and Genomics is to offer students a broad education in the field, assisting them to understand the genetic background of many diseases, including cancer. This course will enhance the scientific background of graduates in recombinant DNA techniques, bioinformatics, high-performance and modern technologies for studying genetic diseases. We are in an era of rapid transition in Medicine, with technological developments now allowing genome analysis with direct clinical application. Medical Genetics and Genomics are adopted for patient care, diagnosis and prognosis of diseases. From genome sequencing to microarrays, there is the ability to collect medical information, which pose a great challenge, however, in terms of their analysis and interpretation.
Graduates will be equipped with an in-depth knowledge of “omics” technologies and will acquire Bioinformatics skills for analysis and diagnosis in the health sector. They will learn to use a variety of professional tools for genome analysis.
Graduates will be equipped with an in-depth knowledge of “omics” technologies and will acquire Bioinformatics skills for analysis and diagnosis in the health sector. They will learn to use a variety of professional tools for genome analysis.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Medicine Related Studies
Degree
MSc
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
The objective of the MSc on Medical Genetics and Genomics is to offer students a broad education in the field, assisting them to understand the genetic background of many diseases, including cancer. This course will enhance the scientific background of graduates in recombinant DNA techniques, bioinformatics, high-performance and modern technologies for studying genetic diseases. We are in an era of rapid transition in Medicine, with technological developments now allowing genome analysis with direct clinical application. Medical Genetics and Genomics are adopted for patient care, diagnosis and prognosis of diseases. From genome sequencing to microarrays, there is the ability to collect medical information, which pose a great challenge, however, in terms of their analysis and interpretation.
Graduates will be equipped with an in-depth knowledge of “omics” technologies and will acquire Bioinformatics skills for analysis and diagnosis in the health sector. They will learn to use a variety of professional tools for genome analysis.
Graduates will be equipped with an in-depth knowledge of “omics” technologies and will acquire Bioinformatics skills for analysis and diagnosis in the health sector. They will learn to use a variety of professional tools for genome analysis.
Admission Requirements
5.5+
High school leaving certificates issued by national Lyceums with a minimum grade of 10 or equivalent foreign certificates (e.g. International Baccalaureate, European Baccalaureate, etc.) - Letters of Recommendation - Copy of Identity Card - Passport-sized photos - Application Form
The evaluation of the above supporting documents is completed by the personal selection interview of the candidates.
The evaluation of the above supporting documents is completed by the personal selection interview of the candidates.
Feb
Oct
- Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance
- Candidates are required to submit an essay(s) for acceptance
Tuition fees
Domestic
6,000 EUR
Domestic (Out of State)
6,000 EUR
International
7,500 EUR
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