Program Overview
The Quantitative Genetics and Genome Analysis at The University of Edinburgh is a MSc programme in Mathematics & Statistics over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of mathematics & statistics. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Quantitative Genetics and Genome Analysis programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: GBP 27,400 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 13,800 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Quantitative Genetics and Genome Analysis programme are prepared for diverse careers in mathematics & statistics:
- Actuary
- Quantitative Analyst
- Data Analyst
- Risk Manager
- Financial Modeller
- Statistical Researcher
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Population and Quantitative Genetics
- Genetic Interpretation
- Statistics and Data Analysis
- Linkage and Association in Genome Analysis
- Research Proposal
- Dissertation
- Quantitative Genetic Models
- Molecular Evolution
- Genetics of Human Complex Traits
- Animal Genetic Improvement
- Functional Genomic Technologies
- Molecular Phylogenetics
- Bioinformatics
- Evolutionary Quantitative Genetics
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
A UK 2:1 honours degree, or its international equivalent, in biological or biomedical sciences, medicine, agriculture or animal sciences, with evidence of quantitative skills.
We will also consider your application if you have a background in mathematics, statistics or physics and can show evidence of an interest in genetics.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 27,400 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 13,800 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 27,400 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 13,800 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact The University of Edinburgh directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About The University of Edinburgh
The University of Edinburgh
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
University of Edinburgh (Universitas Academica Edinburgensis) is a historic and globally respected public research university in Edinburgh, Scotland, UK, founded in 1583, making it one of the...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 12 months