Overview

The Molecular and Medical Genetics programme from Abu Dhabi University four-year programme highlights the the field of biology that studies the genetic basis of disease, with the intention of developing improved diagnostics to prevent or treat genetic disorders.

Career Prospects

The 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

Health Ministry Office

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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 2026-08-24 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-02-23 00:00:00

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Abu Dhabi University accepts applications on a rolling basis throughout the year.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

61

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PTE Academic

36

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IELTS

5

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Credits

131 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Al Ain, United Arab Emirates

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

TOEFL^® IBT

61

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PTE Academic

36

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IELTS

5

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Other requirements

General requirements

A high school certificate duly attested by the Ministry of Education, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Embassy of UAE in the country where the certificate is issued.

A copy of the student’s passport (valid for at least 6 months);

Passport-size photograph;

A letter of adequate funds (5000 USD or convertible currency for tuition, accommodation and cost of living); and

A standard form indicating that the applicant will abide by the Abu Dhabi University rules and regulations.

Police Clearance

Good conduct letter from the school

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

61115 AED / year

≈ 61115 AED / year

Additional Details

National students:

Al Ain Campus fee per credit: 2085 AED

Abu Dhabi Campus fee per credit: 2085 AED

Living costs

Abu Dhabi

United Arab Emirates

5000 - 8600 AED / month

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

Funding

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Key information

Duration

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Credits

Delivered

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Disciplines

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What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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General requirements

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Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

Abu Dhabi

Funding

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