MSc Genomic Medicine at Swansea University

Programme overview

This research-led, practice-focused MSc provides the knowledge and skills to implement and lead genomic advances across healthcare, pharmaceuticals and the wider biomedical sector. It covers human genetics, genome sequencing, and the use of genomics in clinical practice and medical research, taught by researchers and clinicians.

Faculty: Medical School | Duration: 1 year full time; 2 years part time | Intake: September | Location: Swansea, Wales, United Kingdom

What you will study

Compulsory modules are Bioinformatics for Genome Analysis, Introduction to Human Genetics and Genomics, Pharmacogenomics and Stratified Healthcare, Application of Genomics in Infectious Disease, Laboratory Measurement Techniques for Medical Sciences and a 60-credit Research Dissertation, plus one option such as Genomics of Common and Rare Inherited Disease or Cancer Genomics.

Career pathways

Graduates are prepared for clinical and diagnostic laboratories, academic research, medical writing and scientist training programmes, and for further study from PhD to Graduate Entry Medicine (MBBCh).

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Application information

Entry requirements

A 2:2 in a relevant subject such as genetics, biochemistry, pharmacology, pharmacy, medical biosciences, medicine or nursing. Applicants with sufficient relevant work experience may be considered individually, for example with a relevant professional qualification, several years' relevant post-qualifying professional experience (some at a responsible level), or at least three years of an undergraduate medical degree. Non-UK degrees must be confirmed as equivalent to UK awards. Non-first-language English speakers: IELTS Academic 6.5 overall with at least 6.0 in each part, or an accepted equivalent.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,400 a year (2026/27 (September 2). Full-time, one year Source

International applicants: GBP 23,900 a year (2026/27 (September 2). Full-time, one year Source

Intake: September

Duration: 1 year full time; 2 years part time

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