NUI Galway Postgraduate Prospectus 2021

School of Mathematics, Statistics & Applied Mathematics College of Science and Engineering

PROGRAMMES AVAILABLE: MSc DURATION: 1 year, full-time NUMBER OF PLACES: 15 COURSE INSTANCE(S): 1BMG1 FEES AND FUNDING: Fees information and funding opportunities: pages 286 and 288. WHEN TO APPLY: NUI Galway does not set a deadline for receipt of applications (with some exceptions). Offers will be issued on a continuous basis. Candidates are encouraged to apply as early as possible. See page 284 for full details of when and how to apply.

Biomedical Genomics

Your Course With continuing advances in the technologies that are used to sequence DNA, medical applications of genomics are becoming increasingly important; it is now possible to diagnose rare genetic diseases from genomic sequences, while sequencing of tumours has become an important means of refining therapeutic choices in cancer treatment. This has led to a growing need for scientists who can both analyse genomic data and interpret results based on a strong understanding of biological context. Graduates of this programme will gain practical skills in the generation of genomic data using the latest sequencing technologies and will learn the computational and statistical techniques necessary for their analysis. Career Opportunities There is currently a high demand for genomic data scientists. As advances in precision medicine take hold, it is anticipated that the need for genomics analysts in healthcare, the pharmaceutical industry and in academic research will continue to grow, generating opportunities for employment in each of these areas. The data analysis skills learned will also allow graduates to transition to data scientist roles outside of genomics. Minimum Entry Requirements Applicants must have achieved a First or strong Second Class Honours degree in a cognate discipline. Qualifying degrees include, but are not limited to: biochemistry, genetics, biomedical science, and biotechnology. FIND OUT MORE AT: www.nuigalway.ie/courses/taught-postgraduate-courses/ biomedical-genomics.html

CONTACT Dr Pilib Ó Broin T: +353 91 492 337 E: pilib.obroin@nuigalway.ie

3 GOOD REASONS TO STUDY THIS COURSE 1. This course will provide postgraduate training in genomics relevant to medicine. Rapid advances in the technologies used to sequence DNA and RNA have led to an increase in the breadth of application of sequencing- based genomics technologies, with applications ranging from fundamental scientific discovery in the life sciences to clinical applications in precision medicine. 2. Graduates will become highly skilled in scientific principles and technologies, and will develop the quantitative and computational skills to analyse large data sets generated using the latest genomics techniques. 3. With the establishment of this programme, NUI Galway is positioning itself as a major European centre for biomedical genomics training and research.

Thinking about applying? www.nuigalway.ie/apply

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