Program Overview
The Genomic Medicine at University of Birmingham is a MScPGDipPGCert programme in Medicine & Health Sciences 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 medicine & health sciences. 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 Genomic Medicine 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 7
- Tuition: GBP 19,890 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 12,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Birmingham, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Genomic Medicine programme are prepared for diverse careers in medicine & health sciences:
- Healthcare Professional
- Clinical Researcher
- Health Policy Analyst
- Public Health Specialist
- Medical Writer
- Healthcare Manager
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Module 1: An Introduction to Human Genetics and Genomics
- Module 2: Omics Techniques and their Application to Genomic Medicine
- Module 3: Genomics of Common and Rare Inherited Diseases
- Module 4: Genomics in Cancer Pathology
- Module 5: Pharmacogenomics and Stratified Healthcare
- Module 6: Application of Genomics in Infectious Disease
- Module 7:\xa0Bioinformatics, Interpretation, Statistics and Data Quality Assurance in Genome Analysis
- Module 8a: Research Project; OR Module 8b: Library-Based Dissertation
- Module 9: Ethical, Legal and Social Issues in Applied Genomics
- Module 10: Counselling Skills for Genomics
- Module 11: Economic Models and Human Genomics
- Module 12: Workplace-Based Learning in Genomic Medicine
- Module 13*: Genomic Medicine Professional and Research Skills
- Module 14: Advanced Bioinformatics
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
The University of Birmingham has general entry requirements including a minimum of GCSE grade C in Maths and English.
The University will consider a candidate\xc2\x92s skills, attributes, motivation and potential for success when making an offer. Students may be contacted to discuss their application or invited for an interview. All applications must have at least one satisfactory reference.
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 19,890 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 12,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 19,890 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 12,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Birmingham 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 University of Birmingham
University of Birmingham
Birmingham, United Kingdom
University of Birmingham is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 31 July 2026
- Start Date 2018-03-01
- Language English
- Duration 12 months