University of Cambridge: Genomic Medicine

Summary

The PhD in Genomic Medicine consists of supervised laboratory-based research, examined by thesis and an oral examination. Applicants are typically science postgraduates or clinically qualified doctors undertaking scientific training. Research is predominantly in the areas of cancer genetics, computational medicine and the genetics of rare disease and developmental disorders. The aim is to understand the cell biology of disease mechanisms using a wide range of disciplines, including biochemistry, genetics, molecular biology, cell biology, bioinformatics, biostatistics, statistical genetics and machine learning/AI.

Specific research training relevant to your own project is provided in the laboratory in which you work. Further training is provided within the Addenbrooke's campus and elsewhere in the University, and includes postgraduate workshops on research techniques, research seminars, and postgraduate student education seminars on generic subjects such as intellectual property rights, statistics, bioinformatics, communication skills, writing a thesis or paper and entrepreneurship. Candidates wishing to take a shorter course of research may apply for the MPhil in Medical Science (Genomic Medicine), which is also examined by thesis and an oral examination.

Learning Outcomes During the course, PhD students will be expected to: read and assimilate relevant background information; formulate a clear and well-defined hypothesis; design an experimental strategy to address the hypothesis; acquire the necessary skills and carry out laboratory work; interpret experimental data appropriately and draw sound conclusions; and write a suitably detailed and formatted thesis.

Continuing Those who wish to progress to a PhD after completing an MPhil will be required to satisfy their potential Supervisor, Head of Department, and the Faculty Degree Committee that they have the skills and ability to achieve the higher degree, and have the required funding in place for further study.

Study type	Research
Level	RQF Level 7
Entry requirements	pplicants for this course should have achieved a UK Good II.i Honours Degree. If your degree is not from the UK, please check International Qualifications to find the equivalent in your country.
Location	Cambridge University The Old Schools Trinity Lane Cambridge CB2 1TN

Summary

The programme is designed to educate suitably-qualified students, including NHS healthcare professionals from across the multi-professional team, to prepare for the future adoption of genomic technologies and the increasing use of genomic information as part of the diagnostic and treatment pathway.

The course will provide directly relevant professional training and research in the area of genomics. Students may be medical trainees and other healthcare professionals who will use the skills and knowledge to develop their roles and prepare themselves for working with genomic information and technologies.

Study type	Taught
Level	RQF Level 7
Entry requirements	pplicants for this course should have achieved a UK Good II.i Honours Degree. If your degree is not from the UK, please check International Qualifications to find the equivalent in your country.
Location	Cambridge University The Old Schools Trinity Lane Cambridge CB2 1TN

Summary

The programme is designed to educate suitably-qualified students, including NHS healthcare professionals from across the multi-professional team, to prepare for the future adoption of genomic technologies and the increasing use of genomic information as part of the diagnostic and treatment pathway.

The course will provide directly relevant professional training and research in the area of genomics. Students may be medical trainees and other healthcare professionals who will use the skills and knowledge to develop their roles and prepare themselves for working with genomic information and technologies.

Study type	Taught
Level	RQF Level 7
Entry requirements	pplicants for this course should have achieved a UK Good II.i Honours Degree. If your degree is not from the UK, please check International Qualifications to find the equivalent in your country.
Location	Cambridge University The Old Schools Trinity Lane Cambridge CB2 1TN

Summary

The MRes in Genomic Medicine addresses the perceived skills deficit in data science and computational skills that is common in many postgraduate students. MPhil by research students typically require extensive up-skilling to be able to accomplish computational projects in the area of Genomic Medicine, typically meaning little can be accomplished in the time frame available. The MRes in Genomic Medicine will first equip research students with the skills necessary to undertake computational genomics projects through a taught programme, followed by students utilising these skills to plan and complete a research project. The route to acquire skills required for genomic research is under national discussion and one suggestion from this is the focus on postgraduate courses providing data science skills. It is hoped the MRes in Genomic Medicine will contribute to the training of scientists to work within the framework established by Genomics England and the NHS Genomic Medicine Service.

Study type	Taught
Level	RQF Level 7
Entry requirements	Applicants for this course should have achieved a UK High II.i Honours Degree. If your degree is not from the UK, please check International Qualifications to find the equivalent in your country.
Location	Cambridge University The Old Schools Trinity Lane Cambridge CB2 1TN

Summary

The MRes in Genomic Medicine addresses the perceived skills deficit in data science and computational skills that is common in many postgraduate students. MPhil by research students typically require extensive up-skilling to be able to accomplish computational projects in the area of Genomic Medicine, typically meaning little can be accomplished in the time frame available. The MRes in Genomic Medicine will first equip research students with the skills necessary to undertake computational genomics projects through a taught programme, followed by students utilising these skills to plan and complete a research project. The route to acquire skills required for genomic research is under national discussion and one suggestion from this is the focus on postgraduate courses providing data science skills. It is hoped the MRes in Genomic Medicine will contribute to the training of scientists to work within the framework established by Genomics England and the NHS Genomic Medicine Service.

Study type	Taught
Level	RQF Level 7
Entry requirements	Applicants for this course should have achieved a UK High II.i Honours Degree. If your degree is not from the UK, please check International Qualifications to find the equivalent in your country.
Location	Cambridge University The Old Schools Trinity Lane Cambridge CB2 1TN