PGDip Medical Genetics and Genomics at Oxford Brookes University

Programme overview

Do you dream of working in the medical biotech, pharma, or genomics sectors? Or maybe you want to continue in academia, progressing on to a research degree? Our MSc (Hons) Medical Genetics and Genomics prepares you for these exciting futures.

Faculty: School of Biological and Medical Sciences | Duration: 12 months; part-time: up to 36 months for all awards | Study mode: full-time | Intake: September 2026 | Location: Oxford, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Our understanding of the genome is always growing. Recent discoveries have led to the different “omics” areas of modern research and application. These include genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics, and metabolomics.

Career pathways

Our MSc (Hons) Medical Genetics and Genomics prepares you for a career at the cutting edge of medical science.

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Application information

Entry requirements

You should normally hold a UK honours degree at 2.2. or above in the Life Sciences field, OR equivalent overseas degree from a recognised institution in Life Sciences. Other qualifications may be considered under exceptional circumstances when accompanied by highly relevant professional experience. You will need to be proficient in the use of internet-based resources and other interactive technologies. You should have reliable and stable access to the Internet. For applicants whose first language is not English, an Academic IELTS score of 6.0 (with 5.5 in Reading and Writing, and 5.5 in Listening and Speaking) is required. UCAS code: P052309.

Intake: September 2026

Duration: 12 months; part-time: up to 36 months for all awards

Apply through the official page: https://www.brookes.ac.uk/courses/postgraduate/medical-genetics-and-genomics#apply

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