Highlights
Tuition fee
60290 ZAR / year
60290 ZAR / year
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Tuition fee
60290 ZAR / year
60290 ZAR / year
Unknown
Duration
12 months
Duration
12 months
Apply date
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Apply date
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Start date
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Start date
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Campus location
Johannesburg, South Africa
Campus location
Johannesburg, South Africa
Taught in
English
Taught in
English

About

The Master of Science in Medicine in the field of Genomic Medicine at University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg is a one year, full time degree.

Overview

Overview

This 1-year full-time MSc by coursework and research report in Genomic Medicine is offered through the Division of Human Genetics at University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg.The course will provide foundational knowledge and skills development necessary for genomic data interpretation in the context of human genetic disease. The course offers a unique emphasis on the role of genomic medicine in Africa.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

  • Research Methodology
    • Human genetics and genomics
    • Omics techniques and application in genomic medicine
    • Genomics of common and rare diseases
    • Bioinformatics analysis and interpretation of genomic sequence data
    • Precision medicine

    Key information

    Duration

    • Full-time
      • 12 months

    Start dates & application deadlines

    Language

    English
    TOEFL® IBT
    80
    IELTS
    7

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    Delivered

    On Campus

    Campus Location

    • Johannesburg, South Africa

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    Academic requirements

    We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

    English requirements

    TOEFL® IBT
    80
    IELTS
    7

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    Other requirements

    General requirements

    A final year grade average of 65% in an appropriate science degree.  Please note that the Entry Requirements are a guide. Meeting these requirements does not guarantee a place. Final selection is made subject to the availability of places, academic results and other pre-admission  requirements where applicable.

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    Tuition Fees

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

      Non-residents
      60290 ZAR / year
      60290 ZAR / year
    • Domestic

      Citizens or residents
      60290 ZAR / year
      60290 ZAR / year

    Additional Details

    R60,290 – R89,490

    Living costs

    Johannesburg

    South Africa
    8434 - 12036 ZAR / 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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    Scholarships Information

    Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Genomic Medicine.

    Available Scholarships

    You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

    Independent provider
    Grant
    Various benefits
    Deadline
    07 Oct 2026
    Fulbright U.S. Student Program

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    U.S. government
    Location not available
    Independent provider
    Grant
    33600 EUR
    Deadline
    01 Jul 2026
    Mundus MAPP EMJM Scholarship
    Merit-based

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    Mundus MAPP
    Location not available
    Independent provider
    Grant
    Various benefits
    Deadline
    24 May 2026
    The Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships

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    The Association of Commonwealth Universities
    Location not available
    Independent provider
    Grant
    1000 USD
    Deadline
    30 Nov 2026
    ServiceScape Scholarship

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    ServiceScape
    Location not available
    Independent provider
    Grant
    3500 USD
    Deadline
    15 Nov 2026
    ACES Scholarships

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    ACES Education Fund
    Location not available
    Independent provider
    Grant
    2000 USD
    Deadline
    01 Sep 2026
    The Rick Blight Leadership in Action Scholarship for Athletes
    Merit-based

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    Canadian Men’s Health Foundation
    Location not available
    Independent provider
    Grant
    Various benefits
    Deadline
    Not specified
    Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
    Merit-based

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    OeAD, Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation
    Location not available
    Independent provider
    Grant
    1500 USD
    Deadline
    15 Sep 2026
    Headway’s Book Lovers Scholarship
    Merit-based

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    Headway
    Location not available
    Independent provider
    Grant
    3000 USD
    Deadline
    30 Jun 2026
    Moving Mates Scholarship
    Need-based

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    Moving Mates
    Location not available
    Independent provider
    Grant
    Various benefits
    Deadline
    Not specified
    Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships

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    ACU (The Association of Commonweath Universities)
    Location not available
    Independent provider
    Grant
    1000 USD
    Deadline
    06 Jul 2026
    Jewish Heritage Scholarship
    Merit-based

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    Diamant Gerstein
    Location not available
    Independent provider
    Grant
    5000 USD
    Deadline
    28 Aug 2026
    Women Scholarship for International Students
    Merit-based

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    educations.com
    Location not available
    Independent provider
    Grant
    5000 SEK
    Deadline
    30 Apr 2026
    Kreditkortlistan Financial Scholarship
    Merit-based

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    Enkla Media - Kreditkortlistan
    Location not available
    Independent provider
    Grant
    1000 USD
    Deadline
    31 Oct 2026
    $1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship
    Merit-based

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    IvyPanda
    Location not available
    Independent provider
    Grant
    500 USD
    Deadline
    31 Oct 2026
    CryptoRunner Scholarship

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    CryptoRunner
    Location not available
    Independent provider
    Grant
    3500 USD
    Deadline
    15 Nov 2026
    The Bill Walsh Scholarship
    Merit-based

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    ACES: The Society for Editing
    Location not available
    Independent provider
    Grant
    25000 USD
    Deadline
    30 Apr 2026
    Atlas Shrugged Essay Contest

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    Ayn Rand Institute
    Location not available
    Independent provider
    Grant
    1000 USD
    Deadline
    13 Jul 2026
    Dream Chaser Scholarship
    Merit-based

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    Salvado Law
    Location not available
    Independent provider
    Grant
    5000 CAD
    Deadline
    31 Dec 2026
    Pinsky Law New Venture Development Scholarship
    Merit-based

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    Pinsky Law
    Location not available
    Independent provider
    Grant
    7000 USD
    Deadline
    24 Apr 2026
    Go Global MBA Scholarship
    Merit-based

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    educations.com
    Location not available
    Independent provider
    Grant
    3000 USD
    Deadline
    31 Dec 2026
    Scholarship for students with disabilities
    Need-based

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    Anonymous Hope Fund
    Location not available
    Independent provider
    Grant
    Various benefits
    Deadline
    31 Dec 2026
    Grants of the Leopold Figl Foundation for students with residence in Lower Austria
    Need-based

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    Leopold Figl Foundation
    Location not available
    Independent provider
    Grant
    1000 USD
    Deadline
    31 Aug 2026
    Florida Rentals Annual Dream Vacation Scholarship

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    Florida Rentals
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    Independent provider
    Grant
    1000 USD
    Deadline
    30 Jun 2026
    $1,500 Annual Students’ Presentation Crafting Scholarship

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    IvyPanda
    Location not available
    Independent provider
    Grant
    55 GBP
    Deadline
    18 Jun 2026
    IELTS Morgan Terry Memorial IATEFL Scholarship
    Merit-based

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    IELTS from 6 to 9
    Location not available
    Independent provider
    Grant
    1500 USD
    Deadline
    Not specified
    The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship

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    IELTS from 6 to 9
    Location not available
    Independent provider
    Grant
    12000 USD
    Deadline
    11 Jan 2027
    Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme

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    The Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
    Location not available
    Independent provider
    Grant
    1000 USD
    Deadline
    20 May 2026
    PlagiarismSearch Essay Contest
    Merit-based

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    PlagiarismSearch
    Location not available
    Independent provider
    Grant
    Various benefits
    Deadline
    Not specified
    Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters scholarships

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    European Commission
    Location not available
    Independent provider
    Grant
    965 USD
    Deadline
    Anytime
    Dr. Martin Blank – SYB Scholarship
    Merit-based

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    Shield Your Body
    Location not available
    Independent provider
    Grant
    2000 USD
    Deadline
    31 Jul 2026
    The MyUS Community Scholarship

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    MyUS
    Location not available
    Independent provider
    Grant
    3000 USD
    Deadline
    Not specified
    AAPG Foundation Grants-in-Aid

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    Independent provider
    Grant
    5000 USD
    Deadline
    Not specified
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    Independent provider
    Grant
    Various benefits
    Deadline
    Not specified
    R&D Systems Scholarship
    Merit-based

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    Bio-Techne
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