Online Genomic Medicine with Data Science MSc

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Informed by industry experts and designed by leading academics, this online Masters in Genomic Medicine with Data Science has been developed to upskill and support your career progression.  

There is a growing demand across the pharmaceutical, life and health science for skilled graduates with both biological knowledge and the computational and analytical interest to drive genomic precision medicine. From early diagnosis, to drugs based on our unique genetic codes, to disease prevention, this course aims to equip you with the skills needed to make a real-world impact. 

Aimed at both professionals and graduates with a biological or medical background, you will gain the skills to use large volumes of complex data, encompassing genomics, proteomics, metabolomics, phenotypic data, epidemiology and clinical trial investigations, to improve the understanding of disease mechanisms.

This will include the use of bioinformatic tools and statistical principles and methods that are foundational to artificial intelligence.

Our online course is accessible from anywhere in the world, for study when it suits you. You will be able to plan your studies around your job, family life and other commitments, and take breaks between modules if needed.

• Start date: September 2025 (Induction in August) and March 2026 (Induction in February) 
• Delivery type: online exclusive
• Duration: 24 months part time
• Entry requirements: Applications will be individually assessed based on the evidence of educational and work experience provided. You should meet one of the following requirements:
  • A 2.1 (hons) bachelor degree or equivalent, in a relevant scientific discipline related to biological or natural sciences.
  • A 2.2 (hons) bachelor degree or equivalent, in a relevant scientific discipline related to biological or natural sciences, with a minimum of 2 years’ relevant work experience.
  • A 2.2 (hons) degree or equivalent, in any subject with a minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience.
• English language requirements: IELTS 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in any component
• Fees (UK and international): £13,000 (total). Fees can be paid on a module-by-module basis. 

As outlined in the recent publication ‘Science Industry Partnership: Skills Strategy 2025’, there is a demand amongst employers for the skills that you will develop on this programme.

Students who have studied our modules have gone on to a variety of roles such:

• Computational biology
• Data analytics functions
• Clinical genetics
• Clinical Scientist
• Clinical leadership in genomic medicine
• Data validation coordinator
• Public health intelligence analyst
• Bioinformatician

Our programme has been developed in consultation with our Industrial Advisor Board (IAB), including organisations such as GSK, AstraZeneca, LabCorp and NHS representatives. This ensures it aligns closely with industry needs.

The University of Leeds is now a partner of The Alan Turing Institute, the UK’s prestigious national institute for data science. The partnership is spearheaded by the Leeds Institute for Data Analytics (LIDA).