MSc Genomics at University of Southampton

Learn how to harness recent unprecedented advances in genomic technologies on this master's in genomics. You’ll gain experience of exploring and analysing data gained through sampling, sequencing and interpreting genomic information in both clinical and academic research. We look at genomics in the context of medicine.

Faculty: Environmental and Life Sciences  |  Duration: 1 year full-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Southampton, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Your studies will run for a full year, from September through to the following September for full-time study, or for 2 years for part-time study. Your module choices will vary depending on which pathway you choose, but there are some that everyone will need to study across all pathways. Genomic (Informatics) - you'll study the Genomic Informatics module.

Career pathways

Graduates commonly work in sectors including higher education, hospitals, biotechnology companies, government bodies, pharmaceutical companies. Careers directly related to the course include bioinformatician, biotechnologist, genetics researcher, molecular and biochemical geneticist, genetic nurse, genetic counsellor, doctor, clinical scientist.

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