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- Molecular Genetics and Diagnostics MSc
Course options
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Qualification
MSc - Master of Science
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Location
Queen's Medical Centre
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Study mode
Full time
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Start date
22-SEP-25
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Duration
12 months
Course summary
Course overview
Explore the molecular genetic basis of disease, from both human and pathogen perspectives. You will study key topics from the basis of genetic and infectious diseases, to diagnostic technologies in healthcare, bioinformatics and statistics. Not only that, you will gain advanced study in the theoretical and practical aspects from academics at the forefront of research. Working with the university’s research strategy, you will develop research skills essential to your career. You will be trained to carry out critical evaluation of published scientific papers and develop the ability to report and interpret results. This course is suitable for graduates in life sciences, biomedical sciences, and allied subjects, as well as those already employed in science, laboratory, or medical fields.
Careers
Expert staff can help you research career options and job vacancies, build your CV or resume, develop your interview skills and meet employers.
Each year 1,100 employers advertise graduate jobs and internships through our online vacancy service. We host regular careers fairs, including specialist fairs for different sectors.
International students who complete an eligible degree programme in the UK on a student visa can apply to stay and work in the UK after their course under the Graduate immigration route. Eligible courses at the University of Nottingham include bachelors, masters and research degrees, and PGCE courses.
Modules
Tuition fees
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£ 30,750per year
Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.
University information

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University League Table
30th
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Campus address
University of Nottingham, University Park, Nottingham, Nottingham, NG7 2RD, England
Subject rankings
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Subject ranking
28th out of 94
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Entry standards
/ Max 228147 64%33rd
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Graduate prospects
/ Max 10081.0 81%28th
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 43.00 75%67th
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