Medical Genetics

MSc

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Attendance & duration

Full-time: one year
Part-time (day): two or more years

PLEASE NOTE There is no official closing date for this course, but you are advised to apply as early as possible as we will only consider your application if there are places available on the course.

Start Dates	Sept	Feb
Full-time	Y	Y
Part-time	Y	Y
Part-time (day)	Y	Y
Part-time (eve)	N	N

Tuition fees*

Full-time (EU) £5,400
Full-time (non-EU) £9,900 Part-time (EU)
per 20 credit module £600 Part-time (non-EU)
per 20 credit module £1,100

* Tuition fees are subject to change, please check with Admissions

Tel: 020 7133 4202
Fax: 020 7133 2677
Email: admissions@londonmet.ac.uk

Further information

Admissions Office as above
For further academic questions, contact science@londonmet.ac.uk

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Aims of the course

The MSc in Medical Genetics is designed to reflect the increasing impact of genomic sciences on our understanding of disease, medical diagnosis and research. In addition to a consideration of the basic science underlying genetics and genomics, the course covers the use of informatics and ethical implications of medical advances.

The course aims to provide a high level of scientific knowledge and understanding of genetic influences on disease processes, develop an informed and critical appreciation of current and developing technologies and their IT requirements for gene and genome analysis, develop an appreciation of the IT tools used in medical informatics, develop a framework to assess ethical implications of developments in biomedical sciences. It will enable you to gain additional specialist knowledge in areas such as immunology or epidemiology of emerging infectious disease and enhance individual intellectual development through the research project and dissertation

Entry requirements

The normal academic standard for entry is a Lower Second (2.2) UK first degree in biomedical or life sciences subjects. Other related subjects such as biochemistry, biological sciences or human biology may be considered on an individual basis. Equivalent overseas qualifications will also be accepted. Proficiency in the English Language is essential. If English is not your first language, you will require an IELTS 6, TOEFL 580, CBT TOEFL 237 or equivalent.

Course structure

The MSc is a one year, full-time course involving 30 weeks of taught modules divided into two 15-week semesters. The part-time mode follows a similar pattern over two years. You take 7 core modules and an optional module plus a research project.

Core modules:

Medical Genetics
Scientific Framework for Research
Molecular Diagnostics
Ethical Issues in Biomedical Sciences
Biomedical Informatics

Optional modules

Metabolic Biochemistry
Bioanalytical Techniques I
Microbial Physiology
Development and Systems Physiology
Virology
Clinical Biochemistry
Biochemical Toxicology

To qualify for the MSc award you will need to carry out a Research Project.

Assessment

Assessment is a combination of coursework, which includes poster and seminar presentations, essays, the research project and its oral defence and examination.

Career opportunities

The course will provide you with an opportunity to develop knowledge and skills for careers within the health sector, medical research, or in healthcare biotechnology.