MSc in Genomic Medicine

at University of Oxford

Core modules

The following four modules are taken by all students in the first term:
 

• Fundamentals in Human Genetics and Genomics

• Genomics of Common and Rare Inherited Diseases

• Omic Technologies and their Application to Genomic Medicine

• Bioinformatics, Statistics and Data Interpretation in Genomic Analysis

Elective modules

In the second term, students take three elective modules from the following six options, with the option to attend further modules that are not formally assessed.

Two modules will be selected from set A:
 

• A1 Molecular Pathology and Precision Medicine

• A2 Advanced Quantitative Methods (Bioinformatics and Statistics)

• A3 Genome Engineering and Gene-based Therapeutics

• A4 Single Cell Application of –Omic Approaches

One module will be selected from set B:
 

• B1 Genomics in Clinical Practice

• B2 Application of Genomics for Therapeutics, Vaccinology and Industry

Research project

The final term will focus on a research project undertaken for a twelve to fourteen week period. Approximately 30 projects will be offered by academic research groups and affiliated clinical supervisors in Oxford, as well as industry placements where possible. Students will have a named supervisor with experience in supervision of postgraduate students. Students will produce a written dissertation based on their research project of 10,000-12,000 words.

Proven and potential academic excellence

Degree-level qualifications

As a minimum, applicants should hold or be predicted to achieve the following UK qualifications or their equivalent:
 

• a first-class or strong upper second-class undergraduate degree with honours in a relevant field.

The qualification above should be achieved in one of the following subject areas or disciplines:
 

• biological or biomedical sciences

• medicine or nursing

• bioinformatics or computer science

• statistics or other quantitative discipline.

For applicants with a degree from the USA, the minimum GPA sought is 3.5 out of 4.0.

Applicants would usually be expected to have a strong undergraduate degree but this requirement can be alternatively demonstrated through substantial relevant professional experience in exceptional cases.

GRE General Test scores

No Graduate Record Examination (GRE) or GMAT scores are sought.

Other qualifications, evidence of excellence and relevant experience
 

• Research or work experience in an area relevant to the course in a hospital, life-science or industry setting may be an advantage.

• Please note that a publication record is not expected for entry to this course.

English language proficiency

Minimum scores required to meet the University's higher level requirement

IELTS Academic

 7.5  

TOEFL iBT, including the 'Home Edition'

110

Home    
£18,930

Overseas    
£41,480

This course will help train the next generation of expert practitioners and leaders in genomic medicine by:
 

• providing critically important skills and knowledge for specialist health care professionals;
• equipping students to apply for doctoral research and academic careers; and
• offering career development opportunities for industry professionals.

There are routes to tailor the course to individual interests and future career trajectories, which are carefully woven into the overall programme.