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Molecular Genetics and Diagnostics MSc

Molecular Genetics and Diagnostics MSc

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Full time | Queen's Medical Centre | 12 months | SEP-25

Study mode

Full time

Duration

12 months

Start date

SEP-25

Key information
DATA SOURCE : IDP Connect

Qualification type

MSc - Master of Science

Subject areas

Genetics

Course type

Taught

Course Summary

Course overview

Explore the molecular genetic basis of disease, from both human and pathogen perspectives. You will study key topics from the basis of genetic and infectious diseases, to diagnostic technologies in healthcare, bioinformatics and statistics. Not only that, you will gain advanced study in the theoretical and practical aspects from academics at the forefront of research. Working with the university’s research strategy, you will develop research skills essential to your career. You will be trained to carry out critical evaluation of published scientific papers and develop the ability to report and interpret results. This course is suitable for graduates in life sciences, biomedical sciences, and allied subjects, as well as those already employed in science, laboratory, or medical fields.

Careers

Expert staff can help you research career options and job vacancies, build your CV or resume, develop your interview skills and meet employers.

Each year 1,100 employers advertise graduate jobs and internships through our online vacancy service. We host regular careers fairs, including specialist fairs for different sectors.

International students who complete an eligible degree programme in the UK on a student visa can apply to stay and work in the UK after their course under the Graduate immigration route. Eligible courses at the University of Nottingham include bachelors, masters and research degrees, and PGCE courses.

Modules

Study modern ideas surrounding tumourigenesis and tumour progression. The first part of the course covers our current understanding of the molecular basis of tumour progression. Following lectures will focus both on research into the fundamentals of cancer biology and the biochemical basis for the treatment of patients with cancer.

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£10,400

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£30,750

Entry requirements

2:2 honours degree in life sciences, biomedical sciences or allied subjects.

University information

The University of Nottingham is a pioneering institution with a long and distinguished heritage in education. It ranks in the top 20 universities in the UK (Times Higher Education World University Rankings, 2024). It is also a research-intensive university and a member of the prestigious Russell Group of universities, making it a superb place to study for a postgraduate qualification. In addition to being one of the world’s top 100...more

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