Genetics of Human Disease MSc: Fees & Entry Requirements at UCL (University College London), UK

Genetics of Human Disease MSc
UCL (University College London)

UK

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About this course

What will I learn?

Learn how genetics and the latest scientific approaches are transforming our understanding of human disease on this multidisciplinary master’s taught by UCL’s world-renowned geneticists. The expertise and skills you gain on this master’s will give you the ideal grounding for building a career in human genetics, whether you choose to stay in academia – or take your sought-after skills in interpreting genetics data into the healthcare or pharmaceutical industries. Working alongside UCL’s world leaders in biomedical science, you’ll build your research skills, grow your network, and explore the globally-significant genetics research currently underway that’s transforming the way many diseases are now being treated. This master’s is for students who want to progress onto a PhD in Genetics of Human Disease or related subjects, and work in academia. It’s equally relevant if you want to take your skills in human genetics into the healthcare, pharmaceutical or other industries.

Which department am I in?

Division of Biosciences

Study options

Full Time (1 Year)

Tuition fees
£42,700.00 (46,52,430) per year
A fee deposit will be charged at 10 percent of the first year fee.

This is a fixed fee

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Application deadline

Expected June 2027

Start date

September 2026

Venue

UCL (University College London) - Bloomsbury Campus

Gower Street,

London,

Greater London,

WC1E 6BT, Southern England, United Kingdom

Full Time (1 Year)

Tuition fees
£42,700.00 (46,52,430) per year
A fee deposit will be charged at 10 percent of the first year fee.

This is a provisional fee yet to be approved

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

September 2027

Venue

UCL (University College London) - Bloomsbury Campus

Gower Street,

London,

Greater London,

WC1E 6BT, Southern England, United Kingdom

Entry requirements

For international students

Normally a minimum of an upper second-class UK Bachelor's degree or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard. Professional experience in the fields of health and development is desirable. An applicant whose qualifications vary from UCL standards may be admitted if evidence of an adequate academic background and extensive and relevant work experience in an appropriate field can be shown.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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