12 monthsProgramme duration
19 Aug, 2026Application Deadline
SepStarting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Medicine
Degree
MSc
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
You’ll study within a research-led environment, gaining hands-on experience in sampling, sequencing, and analysing genomic information. Our curriculum reflects the latest developments in genomic technologies and their application in precision medicine, diagnostics, and biomedical research.
Tailor your studies to suit your career ambitions by choosing from three specialist pathways: Genomic Medicine, Genomic Informatics or general Genomics.
You’ll have access to have world-class research facilities, including the UK’s first dedicated Cancer Immunology Centre, and a leading supercomputer facility, Iridis.
Whether you aim to pursue a career in academic research, healthcare innovation, or the biotechnology sector, this MSc will prepare you to lead in a rapidly evolving field.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Medicine
Degree
MSc
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
You’ll study within a research-led environment, gaining hands-on experience in sampling, sequencing, and analysing genomic information. Our curriculum reflects the latest developments in genomic technologies and their application in precision medicine, diagnostics, and biomedical research.
Tailor your studies to suit your career ambitions by choosing from three specialist pathways: Genomic Medicine, Genomic Informatics or general Genomics.
You’ll have access to have world-class research facilities, including the UK’s first dedicated Cancer Immunology Centre, and a leading supercomputer facility, Iridis.
Whether you aim to pursue a career in academic research, healthcare innovation, or the biotechnology sector, this MSc will prepare you to lead in a rapidly evolving field.
Admission Requirements
We may be able to accept applications that do not meet the degree requirements. This is usually where you have evidence of relevant professional qualifications or experience.
This course is also available as an intercalated degree for undergraduate medical students, who have completed at least 3 years of their programme.
You must also demonstrate an understanding of the basic principles of genetics.
You must submit all supporting documents, including evidence that you can satisfy our English language requirement, when you submit your application.
If English is not your first language, you will need to demonstrate your English is at a level of our band E: IELTS 6.5 overall, with a minimum of 6.5 in all components. For more information on accepted English Language tests, please see our website.
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