Molecular and Medical Genetics

Overview

Molecular and Medical Genetics is the field of biology that studies the genetic basis of disease, with the intention of developing improved diagnostics to prevent or treat genetic disorders. The Molecular and Medical Genetics program from Abu Dhabi University, accredited by the UAE Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA), combines academic and supervised practice experience to prepare you for roles as clinical geneticists or research technologists. The program will equip you with the knowledge and technical skills in molecular biology and human genetics needed to succeed in the medical genetics field.

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.