Clinical genetic counseling and genomic risk communication.
Taught full time, in person, on an American-style credit-hour system, primarily in English.
2-year programme, minimum 37 credit hours total
Practical genetic counselling placements
Thesis track (RSCH607, 9 credit hours) or non-thesis track (MGEN612, 6 credit hours)
A CV and two references are required; some programmes require an interview or entrance test.
Graduates pursue careers in healthcare, clinical services, public health and research, or continue to further professional or postgraduate study.
Licensed and accredited by the UAE Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA); UAEU also holds US institutional accreditation from WSCUC.
Award
Master of Genetic Counseling
Start Date
August (Fall intake)
Typical Offer
A relevant bachelor's degree from an accredited university with a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
Duration
2 years
Qualification
Masters
Subject Area
Health Sciences
Campus
Al Ain
Course Type
Master of Genetic Counseling
Study Pattern
Full time
Delivery Format
In person
AED 37,000/yr
Graduate applicants apply through apply.uaeu.ac.ae with transcripts, a CV and two references, and pay the AED 200 application fee.