Program Overview

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Genomic Medicine Program

The Master of Science in Medicine in the field of Genomic Medicine is a one-year, full-time degree.

Overview

This 1-year full-time MSc by coursework and research report in Genomic Medicine is offered through the Division of Human Genetics. The course will provide foundational knowledge and skills development necessary for genomic data interpretation in the context of human genetic disease. The course offers a unique emphasis on the role of genomic medicine in Africa.

Career Opportunities

• Research scientist
• Medical sales representative
• Laboratory scientist
• Lecturer
• Science writer and more

Curriculum

The MSc includes coursework covered through four theory modules:

• Research Methodology
• Fundamentals of human genetics & genomics
• Omics techniques and application in genomic medicine
• Genomics in Medicine In addition, students will gain research experience by tackling a research question relevant to Genomic Medicine and writing up a research report, which constitutes 30% of their final mark.

Entry Requirements

A final year grade average of 65% in an appropriate science degree. Please note that the Entry Requirements are a guide. Meeting these requirements does not guarantee a place. Final selection is made subject to the availability of places, academic results, and other pre-admission requirements where applicable.

University Application Process

Applications are handled centrally by the Student Enrolment Centre (SEnC). Once your application is complete in terms of requested documentation, your application will be referred to the relevant School for assessment. Applicants can monitor the progress of their applications via the Self Service Portal. Selections for programmes that have a limited intake but attract a large number of applications may only finalise the application at the end of the application cycle. Please note that the Entry Requirements are a guide. Meeting these requirements does not guarantee a place. Final selection is made subject to the availability of places, academic results, and other entry requirements where applicable.

University Fees and Funding

The Fees site provides information about the payment of fees and closing dates for fees payments. Once you have applied, you will be able to access the fees estimator on the student self-service portal. For information about postgraduate funding opportunities, including the postgraduate merit award, the University's Postgraduate Funding portal is a database of scholarships, bursaries, and other funding opportunities available to Wits postgraduate students.

Program Details

• Programme Code: MCA08
• Faculty: Health Sciences
• School: Pathology
• Qualification: MSc (Med)
• Duration: 1 year
• Study Mode: Full-time

Closing Date

30 September

Course Coordinator

Ms Monica Araujo

Program Structure

The program is structured to provide a comprehensive education in Genomic Medicine, with a focus on research and practical application.