Overview

The Master of Science in Human Genetics and Genomics (MSHGG) program at Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) is intended for those who wish to gain a broad and deep understanding of human genetics and genomics, a fast-growing field that is revolutionizing virtually every area of healthcare and the life sciences. Delivered 100% online, the program is ideal for busy professionals in clinical fields, biotechnology industries, or academia.

Key Features

Upon successful completion, students will be able to critically analyze, translate, and apply genomics in education, research, and practice. Students will understand epigenetics and the ethical, legal, and social implications (ELSI) of applied genomics.

Graduates of our Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences with a concentration in Human Genetics and Genomics have the option of reducing the program length from 3 terms to 2 terms.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Human Genome

Embryology and Human Development

Statistical Methods

Population Genetics and Ancestry Analysis

Key information

Duration

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

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-03 00:00:00

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Starting 2026-01-06 00:00:00

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Starting 2026-05-06 00:00:00

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More details

SCU admits students on a rolling basis.

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

36 SCH

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Whittier, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.7

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

A completed bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution. While applicants typically have degrees in biology, biochemistry, chemistry, physics, or other related fields, applicants with degrees in other fields of study will be considered.
Undergraduate GPA of 2.7 on a 4.0 scale.
Students who are missing a prerequisite course requirement or are looking to improve their GPA can choose to take an SCU Accelerated Science course and complete the requirements in as little as five weeks. SCU’s Accelerated Science courses are prequalified and guaranteed acceptance for this program. Click here to learn more.
18 semester credits (27 quarter credits) of life and physical science courses with a grade of C or higher.

Tuition Fee

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International

39600 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 39600 USD for the full programme during 12 months.
National

39600 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 39600 USD for the full programme during 12 months.
In-State

39600 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 39600 USD for the full programme during 12 months.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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