Genomic Medicine, MSc / PGDip / PGCert
Swansea UniversitySingleton Park Campus, United Kingdom
Course overview
As genomics revolutionises healthcare, the demand for skilled specialists is increasing. Studying MSc Genomic Medicine at Swansea will provide you with the knowledge and skills to implement and lead genomic advancements across healthcare, pharmaceuticals and the broader biomedical sector. Our MSc Genomic Medicine is a research-led and practice-focused programme that reflects the increasing use of genomics across healthcare and biomedical science.
Our programme has been designed to equip you with the fundamental knowledge and skills to understand and interpret genomic data, to improve patient diagnosis, treatment, and care. You will receive the latest information on human genetics, genome sequencing, and the application of genomics within clinical practice and medical research, delivered by an academic team of researchers and clinicians who are experts in the field.
Key highlights
- Research-led, practice-focused programme reflecting genomics use across healthcare
- Learn to understand and interpret genomic data for patient care
- Covers human genetics, genome sequencing and clinical genomics applications
- Taught by researchers and clinicians who are experts in genomics
- Prepares you to lead genomic advances in healthcare and pharmaceuticals
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2:2 — 2:2.
Scholarships
Chevening Scholarships
International Postgraduate Alumni Bursaries
First Class - £5,000 per year; Second Class, First division - £3,000 per year; Second Class, Second division - £1,000 per year; Taught Masters to Research Degree - £3,000 per year subject to satisfactory progress.
Swansea University International Postgraduate Research Excellence Scholarship (SUIPRES)
The SUIPRES Scholarship covers the difference between the International and the Home tuition fee rate for the duration of the PhD/Professional Doctorate programme.
Careers this course leads to
- Clinical scientist (genomics)
- Genomic data analyst
- Genetic technologist
- Research scientist in genomic medicine
- Pharmaceutical research scientist
- Bioinformatician
Cost of study
UK/Home: £10,400 per year | International: £22,750 per year
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to Swansea University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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