220 Master's in Genetics in North America

Biochemistry and Cell Biology from Stony Brook University  is intended to provide a sound scientific foundation for those planning to pursue a career in research, teaching, entry into a career in biotechnology, or further graduate studies in the life sciences. 

The Plant Breeding, Genetics and Genomics programme at the University of Georgia is a research-focused M.S. degree. This full-time course requires 30 credit hours and is designed to prepare students for technical roles in industry or academia. It offers a comprehensive foundation in crop science and genetic research.

Graduate studies may be pursued in those areas of primary faculty research. Poultry and laboratory animals are available for research programs in the Poultry Science Department from University of Arkansas.

The Medical Genetics M.Sc. at the University of British Columbia is a research-intensive, full-time programme delivered in person at the Vancouver campus. Over approximately two to three years, students engage in advanced coursework and a thesis, exploring cutting-edge genomics and clinical genetic medicine.

The Graduate Program in Plant Breeding, Genetics and Biotechnology - Crop and Soil from Michigan State University is an interdepartmental program at Michigan State University. Our students research agronomic, forest and horticultural species and may choose from a broad array of educational courses. 

The Genetics, Genomics and Bioinformatics programme at University at Buffalo is a two-year, full-time Master of Science degree. This interdisciplinary course focuses on hands-on laboratory research and modern genomic techniques. Students engage in high-level problem-solving to prepare for careers in biotechnology and medicine.

The University of North Carolina Greensboro Master of Science in Genetic Counseling Program is a full-time 21-month program designed to prepare students with the knowledge and proficiency to practice as genetic counselors in a variety of settings including prenatal, pediatric, adult, and cancer genetics.

The mission of the Genetic Counseling program of Vanderbilt University is to educate genetic counselors who will be leaders in genomic medicine, striving to increasing access to care, education, and research in genetic counseling.

The Master of Forensic Toxicology and Analytical Genetics degree at the University of Kentucky prepares professionals with an advanced training in focused areas of forensic science while developing workplace skills highly valued by employers in related fields.

Public Health and Medicine from Loyola University Chicago provides a broader lens through which to examine individual patient care. Physicians with a public health background look at how environments and community resources can contribute – or detract from – overall health and wellness.  

The Human Genetics Ph.D. at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) is a full-time doctoral programme designed for advanced research. This intensive course focuses on genomic sciences and molecular biology, offering students a comprehensive pathway to expertise within a world-leading academic environment in the USA.

The Forensic Molecular Biology programme at George Washington University offers advanced training in genetic analysis and DNA profiling. This master degree provides a comprehensive curriculum delivered through a public study mode, designed to equip students with the technical expertise required for modern forensic laboratories.

The Genetic Counseling at The University of Arizona is a two-year M.S. degree that combines coursework with real-world experience. You will benefit from rich fieldwork experiences and learn to take and interpret medical histories for likelihood of disease; provide counseling and risk assessment to foster informed decision-making; and educate others about genetics.

Entomology from Texas A&M University introduces you to a basic and applied science of insects and their relatives such as ticks and mites. Insects are the most numerous and diverse forms of life on earth; they are essential constituents of virtually every terrestrial and aquatic ecosystem.

The MS in Human Genetics (MSHG) program at the University of Pittsburgh prepares students for careers as contributing members of genetics and genomics research teams in academia or industry.

The program leading to the Master of Science in Plant Breeding and Plant Genetics at the University of Wisconsin Madison provides a broad exposure in the various disciplines involved with plant improvement.

The Animal Sciences program at North Dakota State University offers graduate study leading to M.S. and Ph.D. degrees.

The Integrative Biology programme at Oklahoma State University offers advanced training in biological sciences. This master degree provides a comprehensive curriculum for students seeking expertise in diverse ecological and biological systems. Delivered via a public study mode, it prepares graduates for professional scientific roles.

The MSc in Integrative Biology at the University of Guelph is one of the finest master's programs in the country for research, training, and scholarship in both plant and animal sciences.

The Ecology and Evolutionary Biology program of the University of Colorado at Boulder is leading to the Master of Arts (MA) degree in a wide variety of biological disciplines, ranging from biogeochemistry to community ecology to evolutionary genetics and others.