Program Overview
The Genetic Epidemiology (Post Docs Only) at Washington University in St. Louis is a MSc programme in Humanities 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 humanities. 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 Genetic Epidemiology (Post Docs Only) programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States 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 7.5
- Tuition: USD 1,250 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 1,250 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
- Location: Saint Louis, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Genetic Epidemiology (Post Docs Only) programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Statistical Computing with SAS
- Fundamentals of Genetic Epidemiology
- Inroduction to Bioinformatics
- Human Linkage and Association Analysis
- Biostatistics I
- Ethical and Legal Issues in Clinical Research
- Research Methods
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Application fee
- Official undergraduate and or graduate transcripts
- Three letters of recommendation
- Statement of Purpose (required for Ph.D. applicants; suggested for M.S. applicants)
- GRE scores (electronic copies of applicant scores will be used for evaluation purposes, but official scores will be necessary if admitted)
- TOEFL scores (required for all international applicants)
- Financial Certification (required for all international applicants)
English Proficiency: IELTS 7.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 1,250 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 1,250 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 1,250 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 1,250 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Washington University in St. Louis 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 Washington University in St. Louis
Washington University in St. Louis
St. Louis, United States
Washington University in St. Louis is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2009-01-18
- Start Date 2018-08-01
- Language English
- Duration 12 months