Vancouver,
BC,
Canada
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSc in Genetic Counselling in Vancouver Canada | The University of British Columbia
The University of British Columbia
|
Vancouver Canada
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD
31,543
(c. USD22,682.19)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
In the last ten years, genomic medicine and genetic technology have seen remarkable progress. Genetic counselors serve a crucial function in guiding patients and medical professionals through the choices, advantages, and constraints of this fast-evolving field. Founded in 1996, the University of British Columbia's Genetic Counselling Program prepares future genetic counselors with the expertise, understanding, and attitude needed to thrive in interdisciplinary teams and diverse healthcare environments. Recognized by the Accreditation Council for Genetic Counseling, its graduates qualify for certification and licensing throughout North America.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
Applicants for a master's degree program must hold the academic equivalent of a four-year bachelor's degree from UBC with: a minimum overall average in the B+ grade range (76-79% at UBC) in third-year level and above courses; or academic standing with at least 12 credits of third- or fourth-year courses in the A grade range (80% or higher at UBC) in the field of study; or applicants who have a four-year bachelor's degree, or its academic equivalent, which does not meet the requirements stated above, but who have had significant formal training and relevant professional experience to offset such deficiencies, may be granted admission on the recommendation of the appropriate graduate program or faculty and approval of the Dean of the College of Graduate Studies.
English Language Proficiency Requirement
TOEFL (IBT) OVERALL SCORE REQUIREMENT
103
ibT Reading 26
ibT Writing 28
ibT Listening 26
ibT Speaking 23
IELTS OVERALL SCORE REQUIREMENT
7.0
IELTS Reading 7.0
IELTS Writing 7.0
IELTS Listening 7.0
IELTS Speaking 7.0
Tuition
CAD
31,543