Overview
The Genomics and Precision Medicine programme from Hamad Bin Khalifa University offers students advanced knowledge and training in state-of-the-art information gathering and analysis technologies in order to integrate “omics” – the branch of biology that deals with data on global changes at the molecular level in patients – with clinical data.
HBKU’s Genomics and Precision Medicine (GPM) programs are multidisciplinary graduate courses that have been designed to prepare the next generation of professionals and leaders, who will help implement the use of precision and personalized medicine in the healthcare system.
Program Focus
- The exploration of a rigorous curriculum and practical training designed to provide a strong foundation, as well as cutting-edge knowledge, in both theoretical and applied aspects of genomics and precision medicine.
- Students will be exposed to the latest advancements in the field of genomics and precision medicine and will explore state-of-the-art basic, clinical, technological, computational, and legal and ethical aspects of a fascinating, fast- expanding sector of the life sciences.
- Throughout their studies, students will examine aspects of the four main pillars of genomics and precision medicine: clinical aspects, technology, “omics”, and bioethics.
Programme Structure
Curriculum:
- One mandatory foundation courses
- A minimum of five elective courses
- Participation in departmental seminars
- Participation in the GPM journal club
- Dissertation research and laboratory training
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- International deadline: 1 February
- National deadline: 15 March
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Credits
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Disciplines
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Applicants seeking admission to the PhD in Genomics and Precision Medicine must have a master's degree from a recognized university. They must have an excellent academic record (minimum 3.0 GPA or equivalent) with a background in health sciences or related fields. Applicants from other disciplines may be considered provided they have strong analytical and quantitative skills with evidence of coursework in math and science. Prior research experience will be seen as favorable.
- Applicants are required to submit an IELTS score of 6.5 or a TOEFL score of 79 in order to demonstrate their proficiency in English.
- Applicants are required to submit a GRE score at the time of application.
Tuition Fee
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International
67500 QAR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 270000 QAR for the full programme during 48 months. -
National
67500 QAR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 270000 QAR for the full programme during 48 months.
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Scholarships Information
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