PostgraduateMSc

Quantitative Genetics and Genome Analysis

Name: Quantitative Genetics and Genome Analysis
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The University of Edinburgh

Edinburgh, Scotland

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1 yearDuration

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£28,500Avg. Graduate Salary

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Course Overview

The MSc Quantitative Genetics and Genome Analysis at The University of Edinburgh is a postgraduate programme designed for postgraduate students passionate about understanding living systems. Based in Edinburgh, Scotland, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 1-year full-time structure. This degree could be for you if you are interested in any subject of study that uses quantitative genetic approaches, such as: - food security - human health - evolutionary biology - conservation of animals in the wild The programme offers a small cohort experience taught by active members of the quantitative genetics/genomics research community from across the University of Edinburgh and Scotland’s Rural College (SRUC). It also offers rigorous training in statistical genetics and exposure to other applications of quantitative genetics. You will study alongside students with a broad... A minimum ielts score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 83% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £26,000 within three years, a 89% continuation rate, and 85% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Alongside students with a broad spectrum of interests using quantitative genetic tools

Including animal breeding and genetics

Human genetics and evolutionary biology

Academic Year:2026-27 entry

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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate Requirement

2:1

🗣️ English Language Requirements

Test	Overall	L	R	W	S
IELTS Academic	6.5	6	6	6	6

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

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Graduate Outcomes

Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data

💰 Graduate Salaries — The University of Edinburgh

Time After Graduation	Lower Quartile Salary	Median Salary	Upper Quartile Salary
15 months	£26,000	£28,500	£34,000
3 years	£21,000	£27,500	£33,000
5 years	£27,500	£35,000	£43,500

Official Data

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💼 Employment Breakdown

75%Working

10%Studying

10%Work & Study

5%Seeking Work

95%Professional Jobs

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