CAMBRIDGEGENOMIC MEDICINE

2026–27 PRE-COURSE GUIDE

Your programme

Two routes into genomic medicine, with shared foundations and different balances of taught study and research.

Programme structure from the 2026–27 course handbooks.
At a glanceMPhilMRes
Duration10 months, full-time12 months, full-time
Taught study8 modules with research project, or 10 with literature review3 mandatory modules
Independent workResearch project or literature reviewExtended research project
BalanceTaught modules plus an independent dissertation30% taught study; 70% research
Mandatory modulesFundamentals of human genetics and genomicsFundamentals; Research and statistical skills; Bioinformatics

MPhil in Genomic Medicine

A taught programme combining genomic medicine modules with an independent research project or literature review.

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MRes in Genomic Medicine

A research-focused programme that develops computational genomics and data science skills through three mandatory taught modules and an extended research project.

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Course handbooks

Registered students receive the full handbooks and current assessment, timetable and supervision information through course channels. Use the public programme guides above to explore the structure of each degree.

Other ways to study

The wider Cambridge Genomic Medicine Programme also supports part-time study, the MSt, award-bearing study and individual modules for credit. Contact Professional and Continuing Education (PACE) for advice about these routes.

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