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MSc - Master of Science
The King's Buildings Campus
Full Time
SEP-26
1 Year
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MSc - Master of Science
The King's Buildings Campus
Full Time
SEP-26
1 Year
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This programme focuses on the conceptual underpinnings and application of quantitative genetics and genomics to animal breeding. It covers applications to various livestock and aquaculture, looking at health and production traits. It also offers rigorous training in statistical genetics and exposure to other applications of quantitative genetics and genomics.This degree could be for you if you are interested in:food securityanimal and human healththe conservation of wild animal populationsWe will provide you with the theory and knowledge of analytical tools to tackle a wide range of problems.The programme offers a small cohort experience taught by active members of the quantitative genetic research community from across the University of Edinburgh and Scotland’s Rural College (SRUC).You will study alongside students with a broad spectrum of interests using quantitative genetic tools, including human genetics and evolutionary biology. Likewise, the staff involved in teaching will come from different disciplines.
A UK 2:1 honours degree, or its international equivalent, in biological or biomedical sciences, medicine, agriculture, or animal sciences, or a degree in mathematics, statistics, or physics from applicants intending to transfer into the biological sciences.
We will also consider your application if you have less than the minimum qualification but can show sufficient additional relevant experience such as significant work history in a related discipline.
Your application must show evidence of an interest in genetics alongside quantitative skills.
Students living in
Domestic
£20,100 per year
Students from Domestic
This is the fee you pay if the University is in the same country that you live in (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland)
£20,100 per year
Students from Other UK
This is the fee you pay if the University is not in the same country that you live in (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland)
£20,100 per year
Students from Scotland
£45,410 per year
Students from EU
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.
£45,410 per year
Students from International
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.
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