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Genomic Medicine at Swansea University - UCAS

Swansea University

Degree level: Postgraduate
Awarded by: Swansea University (Prifysgol Abertawe)

Genomic Medicine (Taught)

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Course summary

Visit our website for more information on fees, scholarships, postgraduate loans and other funding options to study at Swansea University. If you are a healthcare professional already working in the NHS, or you’re a graduate wanting to work in the clinical setting, this MSc Genomic Degree will enhance your career prospects. This part-time course based on the curriculum of Health Education England, NHS England and Genomics England LTD, will equip you with; knowledge and skills to understand and interpret genomic data, an understanding of genetic and genomic techniques in a clinical setting, bioinformatic approaches required for analysis of genomic data, and advanced knowledge and skills to improve service delivery to patients. On this programme you will be introduced to the fundamentals of human genetics and genomics along with techniques required for DNA and RNA sequencing to study genomic variation observed in the clinical setting. Everything you learn will enhance your employability skills, whether you already work in the NHS, or you are a student who wants a career in the clinical setting. Visit our website for more information on fees, scholarships, postgraduate loans and other funding options to study at Swansea University.

Modules

Modules may include: Bioinformatics for Genome Analysis; Introduction to Human Genetics and Genomics; Omics Techniques and their Application to Genomic Medicine; Ethical, Legal and Societal Issues (ELSI) in Applied Genomics.


Entry requirements

2.2 honours degree or above in a bioscience or health related discipline e.g. genetics, biochemistry, biological sciences, medical biosciences, pharmacy, pharmacology* Applications from candidates who can demonstrate sufficient relevant work experience may also be considered on an individual basis, for example: a relevant professional qualification at a suitable level; several years' relevant post-qualifying professional experience, at least some of which must be at a responsible level; completion of at least three years of an undergraduate medical degree. *Degrees awarded in countries other than the UK can be accepted if they are confirmed to be equivalent to awards in the UK system and students meet English Language requirements with an IELTS score of 7 or above (or equivalent)


Fees and funding

Tuition fees

England £10700 Year 1
Northern Ireland £10700 Year 1
Scotland £10700 Year 1
Wales £10700 Year 1
EU £21650 Year 1
International £21650 Year 1

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

Additional fee information

No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Genomic Medicine at Swansea University - UCAS