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Human and Molecular Genetics
at University of Sheffield

Sheffield, United Kingdom

Tuition Fee £ 31,100
Country Rank#12
Duration12 Months
Score IELTS: 6.5 TOEFL: 88

Program Overview

Designed in collaboration with the NHS: Sheffield Diagnostic Genetics Service, this course is for students who are fascinated by medical genetics. Through theoretical and hands-on practical skills training you’ll explore human genetics and develop an understanding of how human genetic diseases are diagnosed clinically at the chromosome and DNA levels. You’ll also have opportunities to explore the wider implications of genetics in fields such as human fertility, stem cell biology, organism development and the cellular role of RNA.

Course Content
MSc modules

Core modules:
- Laboratory Techniques in Molecular Biology
- Advanced Scientific Skills
- Research Project
- Literature Review
- Advanced Research Topics
Optional modules - three from:
- Genome Stability and Genetic Change
- The Genetics of Human Disease
- Human Reproduction and Fertility
- Genomic Science
- Stem Cell Biology
- The World of RNA
- Genetic Pathways from Zygote to Organism
Entry Requirement
You will usually need a 3 or 4 year bachelors degree from a recognised university in a relevant subject for entry. Most postgraduate courses require a UK 2:1 or equivalent for entry, but some courses may consider 2:2 grades.
UK Degree Classification: First class Honours, International Equivalent (India): 70%.
UK Degree Classification: 2:1 (Upper Second Class Honours), International Equivalent (India): 60%.
UK Degree Classification: 2:2 (Lower Second Class Honours), International Equivalent (India): 55%.

Fees & Scholarships

International Tuition Fees:

£31100 per year

Career Prospect

Through professional laboratory training and the opportunity to build clinical competence recognised by diagnostic facilities across the UK, our graduates are well equipped to pursue a career in healthcare diagnostics, working for healthcare providers such as the NHS, or companies allied to the provision of healthcare such as pharmaceutical companies.

Previous graduates are now working in roles including:

NHS Scientist Training Programme in Genomic Counselling, Cancer Genomics and Genomics at various NHS Trusts
Research Assistant, Wellcome Trust and Cell Guidance Systems
Genetic Technologist at various NHS Foundation Trusts
Lab Technician, Lisbon University
Biotechnology Specialist, Shusaku Yamamoto
Medical Technical Officer, UK NEQAS
Diagnostic Scientist, Genesis Genetics

Students have also gone on to PhD training in:

Infection, Immunity and Cardiovascular Disease
Molecular Genetics
Bioinformatics

Cost Of Studying At University of Sheffield

Interest rates as low as 8.9% ^*

250K+

Students Assisted

800Cr+

Loan Amount Disbursed

5000+

Loans Sanctioned

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Human and Molecular Genetics at University of Sheffield