MSc Animal Breeding and Genetics in Edinburgh United Kingdom | The University of Edinburgh

The University of Edinburgh | Edinburgh United Kingdom
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Taught)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP 40,900
(c. USD54,773.69)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months

Our programs provide comprehensive training to equip you with the quantitative genetics expertise needed to solve real-world challenges in biomedical and animal science sectors.

You'll have opportunities to conduct research across diverse areas including:

evolutionary biology
livestock genetics
human genomics and DNA analysis
While all programs share fundamental coursework, you can customize your studies to align with your specific interests.

This particular program focuses on applying quantitative genetics to animal breeding. For different specializations, we offer related programs in:

Genomic Data Analysis and Quantitative Genetics
Genetic Evolution Studies
Human Polygenic Trait Research


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 7.0

Qualification Requirements

A UK 2:1 honours degree, or its international equivalent, in biological or biomedical sciences, medicine, agriculture, or animal sciences, or a degree in mathematics, statistics, or physics from applicants intending to transfer into the biological sciences.
IELTS Academic: total 7.0 with at least 6.0 in each component.
TOEFL-iBT (including Home Edition): total 100 with at least 20 in each component. We do not accept TOEFL MyBest Score to meet our English language requirements.

Tuition GBP 40,900

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