MSc Health Data Science for Applied Precision Medicine

Postgraduate Entry Requirements:

• Applicants should have successfully completed a bachelor's degree or its equivalent from a recognized institution with a minimum overall score of 55 to 60% or equivalent.
• English language proficiency is required, and applicants must provide evidence of their English language skills through an approved language test.
  • IELTS: A minimum overall score of 6.5 with no individual component below 6.
  • TOEFL: A minimum overall score of 80, with at least 17 in Listening, 18 in Reading, 20 in Speaking, and 19 in Writing.
  • PTE Academic: A minimum overall score of 62 with no individual score below 59.
• Some postgraduate programs may have specific subject prerequisites or additional requirements.

Students must provide:

• academic marksheets & transcripts
• letters of recommendation
• a personal statement - SOP
• passport
• other supporting documents as required by the university.

Work experience: Some postgraduate courses may require relevant work experience in the field.

It is important to note that meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission, as the university considers factors such as availability of places and competition for the program. Additionally, some courses may have higher entry requirements or additional selection criteria, such as interviews or portfolio submissions.

The University of Dundee offers a range of scholarships and financial support opportunities to both domestic and international students. These scholarships are designed to recognize academic excellence, support talented students, and promote diversity and inclusion.

1. Global Excellence Scholarship: This scholarship is available to international undergraduate and postgraduate students who demonstrate outstanding academic achievements. The scholarship provides a reduction in tuition fees.
2. Vice-Chancellor's International Scholarship: This scholarship is open to international undergraduate and postgraduate students from selected countries. It provides a partial tuition fee reduction.
3. Santander Scholarship: This scholarship is available to undergraduate and postgraduate students from eligible countries. It aims to support international students studying at the University of Dundee by providing financial assistance towards tuition fees.
4. Alumni Scholarship: This scholarship is open to self-funded international students who have previously completed an undergraduate degree at the University of Dundee. It offers a reduction in tuition fees for postgraduate study.

Graduates of the MSc Health Data Science for Applied Precision Medicine program are well-prepared to contribute to the advancement of precision medicine and healthcare innovation.

1. Health Data Analyst: Graduates can work with healthcare institutions, research organizations, and pharmaceutical companies to analyze and interpret health data for research and clinical purposes.

2. Bioinformatics Specialist: Graduates can apply data science techniques to biological and genomic data, facilitating the discovery of new insights in genetics and medicine.

3. Healthcare Consultant: Graduates can provide expertise to healthcare providers and policymakers, guiding the implementation of precision medicine strategies and technologies.

4. Clinical Researcher: Graduates can engage in clinical research, contributing to studies that evaluate the effectiveness of precision medicine interventions and treatments.

5. Data Privacy Officer: Graduates can specialize in ensuring the ethical and legal use of health data, addressing privacy concerns and compliance with data protection regulations.

6. Academic Researcher: Graduates can pursue further studies or research in the field of precision medicine, contributing to the development of new knowledge and innovations.