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MS Applied Genomics at University of Connecticut

University of Connecticut, United States

Programme overview

The Master of Science in Applied Genomics is a professional science master’s program designed to take advantage of the rapidly advancing area in genomics and train students for employment in the biotechnology, pharmaceutical, diagnostic, government, and academic sectors. This is achieved by combining coursework with advanced laboratory training and internships. Campus: Storrs Campus.

Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Storrs, CT, United States

What you will study

At least 33 credits of course work, an internship and passing an exit examination. Credits are selected from an approved menu of courses as follows: 18 credits in conceptual course options, eight credits in practical coursework (laboratory or research experience) and seven credits in professional master’s cohort courses (communication skills, Frontiers seminars, business practices, internship). Listed courses include Industrial Insights; Professional Development Seminar (two credits); Professional Writing and Communication Skills.

Career pathways

The Master of Science in Applied Genomics is a professional science master’s program designed to take advantage of the rapidly advancing area in genomics and train students for employment in the biotechnology, pharmaceutical, diagnostic, government, and academic sectors.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Graduate School (university-wide): bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution (or equivalent); cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher for the degree, or equivalent GPA tests on recent coursework; international applicants meet equivalent standards with official transcripts; individual programmes set additional application requirements and a competitive record is needed.

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.

Graduate applications are submitted online to The Graduate School; the application fee is $75 (non-refundable, paid by credit card). Some programmes set earlier application deadlines.

Apply through the official page: https://gradcatalog.uconn.edu/graduate/admission/

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