Overview

This 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.

Career opportunities

This Genomic Medicine programme from Swansea University has been designed the course to provide you with an increased knowledge and understanding of Genomic Medicine, and the skills and knowledge you need to apply your learning to professional practice.

As such, this Master’s degree will give you the in-depth knowledge of the field to potentially enhance your prospects for career progression.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Omics Techniques and their Application to Genomic Medicine
Ethical, Legal and Societal Issues (ELSI) in Applied Genomics
Cancer Genomics
Application of Genomics in Infectious Disease
Genomics of Common and Rare Inherited Disease
Dissertation Project
Pharmacogenomics & Stratified Healthcare
Bioinformatics for Genome Analysis

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-30 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-09-17 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Swansea, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

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General requirements

Applicants should hold a 2:1 in a relevant subject such as biochemistry, genetics, pharmacology, pharmacy, medical biosciences or nursing*
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

Tuition Fees

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22750 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

9900 GBP / year

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Additional Details

MSc 2 Year Part Time

National: £ 5,600
International: £ 11,400

Living costs

Swansea

United Kingdom

727 - 1379 GBP / month

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