Program Overview
The Health Care Genetics at University of Connecticut is a MSc programme in Medicine & Health Sciences, 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 Health Care Genetics 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
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 58,080 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 22,374 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Storrs, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Health Care Genetics 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
- 17 credits of conceptual coursework
- 8 credits of practical coursework (laboratory or research experience)
- 8 credits of professional master\x92s cohort courses for a total of at least 33 credits.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
- Earned baccalaureate degree
- Minimum GPA 3.0 or better. Alternatively, a student may present a grade point average greater than 3.0 for the last two years of undergraduate study coupled with other evidence of competence and accomplishment. Under exceptional circumstances, a student may present an exceptionally strong grade point average for the most recent year\'s study, along with compelling evidence of potential for success.
- Personal statement addressing why you are applying to the Program and your career goals
- Three letters of reference (employer or faculty)
- Verbal, Quantitative, and Analytical GRE Scores.
- Evidence of demonstrated competence in the discipline, including but not limited to undergraduate research experience or field experience, or employment history.
- Personal interview by a potential graduate advisor, whenever possible.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 58,080 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 22,374 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 58,080 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 22,374 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Connecticut 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 Connecticut
University of Connecticut
Storrs, United States
University of Connecticut is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 40 year(s)