Overview

The Genomic Medicine programme at Swansea University 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.

Careers with Genomic Medicine

Graduates of MSc Genomic Medicine are equipped with the necessary skills to understand, evaluate, and apply genomic information responsibly.

You will be well-prepared to progress into a wide range of roles, including:

Clinical and diagnostic laboratories
Academic research
Medical writing
Scientist training programmes

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 2026-07-29 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-09-16 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Swansea, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Medicine Genetics View 85 other Masters in Genetics in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

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Other requirements

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

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

23900 GBP / year

≈ 23900 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

10400 GBP / year

≈ 10400 GBP / year

Additional Details

MSc 2 Year Part Time

National: £ 5,200

International: £11,950

PGDip/PGCert 1 year Full time:

National: £ 3,500

International: £8,000

Living costs

Swansea

United Kingdom

727 - 1379 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Careers with Genomic Medicine

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