This programme will provide a multi-disciplinary and multi-professional perspective of the current and rapidly developing field of genomics, genomic applications and precision medicine, in both the clinic and in research. The course is based on the Genomic Medicine MSc programme framework of the Health Education England (HEE) training programme.

Using the very latest methodologies, the programme will provide the opportunity to develop knowledge and critical understanding of cutting edge developments in genomic and precision, and how research is driving the rapidly-changing clinical and research environments. 

Successful students will gain an in depth understanding of the important genomic technologies and be able to use genomic information and data as part of a diagnostic, prognostic and treatment pathway. Knowledge of the computational and bioinformatics requirements of genomic and precision medicine (including concepts of data quality, statistical methods and biological interpretation) will be covered together with the importance of recognition of ethical, legal and social issues that play an important role in the development and application of genomic methods to healthcare. Students will also learn how to engage and communicate effectively, with diverse communities, and how to summarise and disseminate information including test results in oral and written forms to colleagues, patients and the public.

Teaching occurs via lectures, practical classes and group work - including case centred discussions delivered by academic clinicians who hold joint University and Health board contracts. Students benefit from a high number of contact hours that includes utilisation of our state-of-the art teaching laboratories. Academic assessment methods include written reports, oral and poster presentations and continuous assessment essays.