Human Genetics

Code449
SchoolSchool of Medicine
DepartmentDepartment of Human Genetics
DegreeM.Sc. (Master of Science)
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Program Description: 

The field of Human Genetics is a branch of bio-medical sciences which investigates the chromosome and gene structure of cells. The field includes a number of orientations such as Genetic Engineering, Immunogenetics, Population Genetics, Cancer Genetics, Behavioral Genetics and Biochemical Genetics. The graduates with a master's degree in this field will be able to perform genetic analysis of human cells and detect certain chromosomal and gene disorders. 

The Human Genetics, at master's level, will offers both taught courses and research programs, helping students to develop their theoretical, communication and practical skills on the broad discipline of Human and Medical Genetics with a special emphasis upon the molecular aspects of the subjects. The program is intended to develop student skills in appreciating and applying the techniques of molecular genetics and cytogenetics to target the existing problems in education and research and to apply their genetic knowledge to offer effective services in laboratory fields.

The students are assisted in developing their analytical and presentational skills and are encouraged to integrate their course modules and research, and publish their research findings in scientific journals on Human Genetics.

 

Objectives:

 Specific Competencies and Skills

At the end of the program learners will be competent in the following skills:

  • Being competent in student seminars, lectures, and lecture handouts,
  • Becoming familiar with laboratory practicals,
  • Developing team-working skills,
  • Evaluating the data generated, and interpreting the related data, 
  • Producing laboratory reports.

Admission Requirements

General Requirement: To apply for this program, you will need to fulfill a number of requirements, which can be found in the Graduate Admission Requirements.

Specific Requiremetns:  Holding a bachelor of science degree (BSc) in one of the fields of biological sciences (all branches); Genetics, Biochemistry, Immunology, Microbiology, Nutrition, Laboratory Sciences, Midwifery or a general doctorate in one of the fields of medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine, and pharmacy, or a professional doctorate in the Laboratory Sciences received in Iran or abroad

The eligible candidate should have successfully completed an approved related Degree program and should be proficient in English or Persian.

Admission Deadline

Tehran University of Medical Sciences has a rolling application system and reviews student applications all year round.

However, the deadline for the September intake is June 31.

Education Fees and Yearly Expenses

For complete and comprehensive information about fees and expenses, please refer to the Education Fees and Yearly Expenses section.

Duration: 2.5 years

 

Courses and number of credits:

 

Prerequisite courses:                6 credits (conditional)

Special Courses:                           18 credits

Thesis:                                          8 credits

Total:                                            32 credits

Program Curriculum

For more information, please download the Program Curriculum of  Human Genetics

Contact Information:

In case of any inquiries, you can contact the Office of International representative of the Department of Medical Genetics Tehran University of Medical Sciences through the following:

Contact Person: : Dr Mina Haji Faraj Tabrizi  

Tel.:  (+98 21) 64053213

Email  : tabrizi@sina.tums.ac.ir          

Website:

Address: Department of Medical Genetics, Faculty of Medicine, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Poursina Ave, Keshavarz Blvd. Tehran, Iran Postal Code: 14155-6447

To contact the Office of International Admissions, please use the following information:

Tel.: (+98 21) 8890 2090-93, Ext.: 169

Email: admission@tums.ac.ir

Address: No. 21, Dameshgh St., Vali-e Asr Ave., Tehran 1416753955, Iran

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