MS Genetics and Genomics at North Carolina State University

Programme overview

NC State offers two closely linked interdepartmental graduate programs in Genomic Sciences. All students pursuing degrees in either Bioinformatics and Functional Genomics will take a shared core set of courses that promote breadth of knowledge and encourage interdisciplinary collaboration.

Faculty: Interdisciplinary | Department: Genetics and Genomics | Study mode: full-time | Intake: Fall | Location: Raleigh, NC, United States

What you will study

The degree requires 30-32 credit hours. Students take a 15-credit core curriculum shared by all students in the Bioinformatics and Functional Genomics degree programs, followed by additional genomics and elective courses. The non-thesis Master of Functional Genomics requires a minimum of 30 credit hours, while the Master of Science in Functional Genomics requires 36 credit hours and a thesis. Courses listed in the plan include: GN 701 Molecular Genetics; GN 702 Cellular and Developmental Genetics; GN 703 Population and Quantitative Genetics; GN 810 Special Topics in Genetics (Journal Club - taken twice).

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Application information

Entry requirements

Students applying to either the Master’s or PhD program in Functional Genomics should have an undergraduate major in the biological or physical sciences, including courses in genetics, biochemistry, and calculus. Previous research experience is a significant advantage. Application deadlines: Fall: January 15

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Entry terms: Fall, Spring, Summer 1 and Summer 2, subject to individual programme availability.

Graduate School priority deadlines: US citizens Fall June 25, Spring November 25, Summer 1 March 25, Summer 2 May 10; international applicants Fall March 1, Spring July 15, Summer 1 and Summer 2 December 15. Programme deadlines may be earlier and apply if so. Application fees are non-refundable.

Apply through the official page: https://applygrad.ncsu.edu/apply

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