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MSc Precision Medicine: Genomic Data Science

University of Leeds, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

Upon completion of this programme you’ll be well-placed to undertake a PhD in this field. You may also be able to enter into a number of roles within the industry or NHS:

  • Computational biology

  • Data analytics functions

  • Clinical genetics

  • Disease Biologist

  • Clinical Scientist

  • Clinical leadership in genomic medicine

Recent graduates from the course have gone on to PhDs, and to work in data analytical roles in the NHS, in academia and in the biopharmaceutical industry.

At our annual industry awareness day we invite guests from the NHS and pharmaceutical industry to talk about the research they do and the career opportunities available. Students can chat to them privately for careers advice.

General Eligibility

Applicants should normally have a bachelor’s degree with at least a 2:1 or equivalent in a relevant scientific discipline which would normally be one of the biological sciences or natural sciences. Subject to University regulations, MBChB or BDS students who had completed 3 years of study would be eligible to intercalate.

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

What You'll Study

1 Year 1

Compulsory modules

  • High-Throughput Technologies

  • Biopharmaceutical Development: Clinical

  • Analytical Skills in Precision Medicine

  • Research Project: Genomics and Analytics

  • Introduction to Genetic Epidemiology

  • Statistical Theory and Methods

  • Statistical Learning

  • Big Data and Rare and Common Disorders

  • Cancer Drug Development

Language Requirement

  • IELTS6.0
  • TOEFL78
  • PTE58
  • Duolingo79

IELTS 6.5 overall, with no less than 6.0 in any components.

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