MSC Genomic Medicine is a Masters program taught at University of Manchester, UK. The program is offered in campus-based modes with full-time (MSc 1Yr FT 2Yr PT, PGDip 1Yr FT 2Yr PT) options.
The University of Manchester’s MSc Genomic Medicine develops skills to apply genetics, genomics and bioinformatics to patient care. The course also focuses on how genomic technologies and data interpretation can be used in clinical practice or scientific research.
Teaching uses clinical and academic expertise from The University of Manchester and the Manchester Centre for Genomic Medicine. The programme is available as full-time or part-time study, with in-person attendance. Units from the MSc are available as standalone courses for continuing professional development (CPD).
The qualification names available awards are MSc, PGCert, and PGDip. The page also states that the MSc units are available as standalone CPD units.
The minimum requirements for admission in MSC Genomic Medicine at University of Manchester for all applicants (Domestic or International) are:
Note: Please check the university website in the link below.
We require an honours degree (minimum Upper Second) or overseas equivalent in:
Flexibility on entry requirements will be applied to candidates with appropriate extensive professional experience. Subject to confirmation of suitability, the following number of credits can be accepted as Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL): MSc: 60 credits; PGDip: 45 credits; PGCert: 15 credits. Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL) will also be considered on an individual basis.
This course is also available for intercalating medical students, both from The University of Manchester and other UK universities, upon completion of their third year. For St Andrews students, this includes the three-year course plus the following one or two years spent in Manchester.
Application documents required before consideration include: transcript of studies to date; degree certificate (if graduated); personal statement (approx. 300-500 words, referring to background knowledge of human genetics if not obvious); curriculum vitae (CV); and an academic reference with two referees’ name and contact details.
International students must demonstrate English proficiency through a secure and approved testing system. Specifically, we require a minimum of:
For HEE funded applications only:
We may also accept evidence of a confirmed place on a University Pre-sessional English language course, if your current IELTS scores are: Minimum 6.0 overall with 6.0 in each component plus enrolment and attendance on the 6-week pre-sessional course (PS6). Minimum 6.0 overall with 5.5 in each component plus enrolment and attendance on the 10-week pre-sessional course (PS10). Please note, we must approve this before you apply for the pre-sessional English course.
Some English Language test results are only valid for two years. Your English Language test report must be valid on the start date of the course.
Please check detail of study units at https://www.manchester.ac.uk/study/masters/courses/list/10140/msc-genomic-medicine
85 fully funded scholarships are listed for UK. See UK scholarships.