Medical Genetics and Genomics

Entry requirements

You should normally hold a UK honours degree at 2.2. or above in the Life Sciences field, OR equivalent overseas degree from a recognised institution in Life Sciences.

Other qualifications may be considered under exceptional circumstances when accompanied by highly relevant professional experience.

You will need to be proficient in the use of internet-based resources and other interactive technologies. You should have reliable and stable access to the Internet.

Please also see the University's general entry requirements.

Months of entry

September

Course content

Our MSc / PGDip / PGCert Medical Genetics and Genomics course is for graduates aiming for careers in the medical biotechnology, pharma and genomics sectors. As well as for those progressing to research degrees.

With the increase in number of individual genomes being sequenced, this is one of the fastest growing areas of biomedical science.

You will join a new generation of scientists able to combine genetics and bioinformatics to:

• understand how genomic changes cause diseases such as cancer
• enable the development of novel treatments through drugs, gene therapy and prevention strategies.

Your projects can be linked with specific workplace needs and interests. You can complete these either at Oxford Brookes or within other genomic laboratories with our supervision. You will develop your transferable skills, particularly in communication, organisation and research planning. These skills will assist you when carrying out your research project.

Information for international students

Pathways courses for international and EU students

Fees and funding

Financial support and scholarships - For general sources of financial support, see our Fees and funding pages.