Course summary
Discover how greater understanding of the human genome and rapid advances in genomic technologies are transforming personalised medicine! Our Genomic Medicine Masters programme will provide you with a multi-disciplinary perspective on the applications of genomics in clinical practice and medical research. As genomics becomes embedded within mainstream NHS care, it's important for healthcare professionals and research scientists like you to understand its relevance. Learn how genomics is increasingly being used to inform the diagnosis, treatment and management of patients with cancer, inherited genetic disorders and infectious diseases. What makes this course different? Our Genomic Medicine programme is taught by leading clinicians and scientists from the University of Birmingham, Birmingham Women’s and Children's Hospitals, University Hospital Birmingham and the West Midlands Regional Genetics Laboratory. Many of our teaching staff have made major contributions to the pioneering 100,000 Genomes Project and have the expertise to ensure that the course content remains clinically relevant and up-to-date.
- Our programme has been designed to respond to Health Education England’s initiative to implement genomic medicine training for NHS staff.
- Benefit from the expertise of world-leading University and NHS staff who have made significant contributions to the ground breaking 100,000 Genomes Project.
- Engage with patient group representatives to understand the impact of genomic medicine from the patient's viewpoint.
Modules
The programme comprises of 120 credits of taught material plus a 60 credit research project, or a 30 credit literature based dissertation combined with 30 credits of additional taught modules. Visit the course page on the University of Birmingham website for the most up-to-date module information.
How to apply
International applicants
If you are an international student, you will need to demonstrate you have a suitable level of English proficiency, usually through the form of an IELTS or equivalent qualification or a Presessional English course. For this course we require IELTS 6.5 with no less than 6.0 in any band, which is equivalent to: -TOEFL: 88 overall with no less than 21 in Reading, 20 Listening, 22 Speaking and 21 in Writing. -Pearson Test of English (PTE): Academic 67 with no less than 64 in all four skills. -Cambridge English: C1 Advanced - minimum overall score of 176, with no less than 169 in any component. -LanguageCert ESOL SELT (UKVI): B2 'Communicator' with no less than 33 in each skill. If you have a conditional offer for Birmingham where English is a requirement, you can take a Presessional English course as an alternative to retaking IELTS or a similar qualification. We offer on-campus courses all year round starting from September including additional online courses in the summer term. Teaching takes place in small classes with no more than 18 students to maximise class participation.
Entry requirements
You should have, or expect to obtain, a 2:1 Honours degree in Biomedical Science, Genetics, Medicine or a related subject. We encourage applications from NHS staff at all levels of training and will take into account relevant work based experience. We’ll consider applicants with alternative academic qualifications on the basis of professional qualifications and relevant work experience within the NHS.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
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
For more detailed information on available funding and fees for postgraduate courses please visit: https://www.birmingham.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/taught/fees-funding
Provider information
University of Birmingham
Edgbaston
Birmingham
B15 2TT