MSc Genomic Medicine (Data Science) at University of Exeter

Programme overview

Genomic medicine is revolutionising the future of healthcare, allowing for faster, more accurate diagnosis and effective treatments. With increasing demand for skilled professionals in this field, our programme equips you with essential biological expertise alongside sought-after data science skills, empowering you to drive transformative progress in genomic medicine. You will be taught by world-leading academics in genomics research and health data science, including multifactorial traits and pharmacogenomics, and learn how genomics data is analysed and applied in clinical medicine.

Duration: 1 year full time; 2 years part time; 3 years part time | Study mode: full-time / part-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Exeter, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Genomic medicine is no longer a distant vision but a tangible reality, with the NHS aiming to integrate genomic sequencing into routine care. At the University of Exeter, we're deeply invested in genomics with world-leading research and expertise in cutting-edge technologies. Our MSc Genomic Medicine (Data Science) pathway is tailored to equip you with both biological knowledge and essential data science skills. As data science becomes increasingly vital in healthcare, this programme positions you uniquely in the job market, ready to lead the charge in advancing genomic precision medicine.

Career pathways

Healthcare professionals will advance their careers with refined capabilities in genomic medicine and data science, poised to optimise patient care within the NHS and beyond. Students who are not healthcare professionals will gain key knowledge, understanding and skills to help secure employment or PhD positions in the fields of genomics, bioinformatics, or other medically-related research and development in either academia, pharmaceutical or biotech industries.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Normally a min 2:2 Honours degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline. Relevant clinical or professional experience may be taken into consideration as evidence of equivalency. A personal statement, detailing your reasons for seeking to undertake this subject, will be required. The University is committed to an equal opportunities policy with respect to gender, age, race, sexual orientation and/or disability when dealing with applications. It is also committed to widening access to higher education to students from a diverse range of backgrounds and experience. to enable you to see if your existing academic qualifications meet our entry requirements. International students are normally subject to visa regulations which prevent part-time study. It is recommended that international students apply for the level of the final award you intend to complete i.e. English language: Profile B2 (international applicants).

Domestic applicants: GBP 12,300 a year (2027/28). Fees are subject to an annual increment each academic year. UK fees MSc: £12,300 full-time; £6,200pa part-time (2 years); £4,150pa part-time (3 years) PGDip: £4,500pa (2 years) PGCert: £4,500 (1 year) Standalone module fees: UK: £1,350 per 15-credit modul Source

International applicants: GBP 29,200 a year (2027/28) Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 1 year full time; 2 years part time; 3 years part time

Apply through the official page: https://www.exeter.ac.uk/masters-degrees/apply/

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