Overview

The Molecular and Medical Genetics BSc program from Abu Dhabi University four-year program includes intensive laboratory training within the university and two integrated supervised placements with affiliated organizations in the UAE, including Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi (CCAD), VPS Healthcare, and regional medical centers.

Career opportunities

The BSc in Molecular and Medical Genetics offers you the opportunity to receive training in a discipline growing in demand in today's society. You will acquire the theoretical and practical skills needed to work in both the public and private sectors and develop yourself professionally in both applied and clinical research in genomics, biomedicine, biotechnology, or pharmaceuticals. You will be equipped to work in universities, hospitals, government departments, research institutes, biotechnology, and the pharmaceutical industry. Roles include:

Molecular genetics technologist
Molecular laboratory technologist
Clinical laboratory technician
Scientific laboratory technician
Cytogeneticist
Academic researcher
Biotechnologist
Embryologist
Pharmacologist
Immunogeneticist
Medical sales representative
Physician assistant
Health ministry officer

You will be able to address issues relating to the application of experimental analysis to solving problems in genetics, follow a career involving genomics and clinical genetics, as well as be prepared for advanced study with an MSc in Molecular and Precision Medicine, which will be offered soon at Abu Dhabi University.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Quantitative Analysis

Epidemiology and Public Health Genetics

Metabolic Disease

Inherited Immunodeficiencies

Cancer Biology

Medical Genetic Counselling

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-28 00:00:00

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Starting 2026-02-19 00:00:00

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Abu Dhabi University accepts applications on a rolling basis throughout the year, with intakes in the Fall, Winter, Spring, and Summer.

Language

English

IELTS

5

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TOEFL^® IBT

61

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Credits

131 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Medicine Molecular Sciences Genetics

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

5

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61

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General requirements

Completed online application
Copy of a valid passport (and residence visa if resident in the UAE)
Original equivalency letter issued by the UAE Ministry of Education for a foreign curriculum
Certified copy of official general secondary or high school certificate (or its equivalent)
Passport-sized photo with white background
A police clearance certificate ssued by any of the police departments located throughout the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
An official score report of Academic IELTS band (5.0), English EmSat (1100), TOEFL IBT (61), or CBT 173 or ITP 500 (ITP taken at AmidEast Institute only), Cambridge (154-161), IESOL/SESOL (B1/B2), Pearson PTE (36-41).
Proof of Grade 12/Year 13 completion is required for students applying with IGCSE/GCSE subjects.
Certificate of Good Conduct issued by the high school where the student successfully completed Grade 12/Year 13.

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

65008 AED/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 1985 AED per credit during 48 months.
National

65008 AED/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 1985 AED per credit during 48 months.

Living costs for Abu Dhabi

5000 - 8600 AED /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Credits

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General requirements

Student insurance

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Tuition Fee

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Living costs for Abu Dhabi

Funding

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