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Master in Genetics - Vilnius University (VU)
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Master in Genetics - Vilnius University (VU)

Vilnius University
Vilnius, Lithuania
On campus
Full-time
Free
Duration
2 Years
Language
English

Program Description

The aim of the Genetics program is to develop experience through experimental work in genetics. This is done by original experimental work in various fields of genetics including: molecular, plant, human genetics or the genetics of microorganisms, gene engineering, cytogenetics and genotoxicology. The program provides students with the modern knowledge and practical skills in genetics necessary for an independent scientific and professional career in the rapidly developing areas of genetic technologies, biomedicine and biotechnologies.

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Why choose this program?

  • Work within the modern GMC research infrastructure
  • Application of advanced genetic and bioinformatics methods
  • Broad career opportunities
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Learning Outcomes

  • Graduates of the Master’s programme in Genetics have a strong command of molecular genetics, as well as human, plant and microorganism genetics, cytogenetics, genotoxicology and bioinformatics.
  • They are able to work independently in both research and applied fields of genetics, molecular biology and genotoxicology; they have skills in using information systems, think critically and analytically, work in a team, and can take personal responsibility in career paths that involve decision-making.
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Curriculum

Semester 1

Compulsory Courses

Genome Evolution

Oncogenetics

Structure and Function of Eukaryotic Chromosomes

Optional Courses

Bioinformatics for Evolutionary Biology

Introduction to Data Analysis in "R"

Laboratory Animal Science

Management in Modern Biotechnology Enterprise

Paleogenomics

Python for Data Science

Responsible and Reproducible Research

Synthetic Biology

Semester 2

Compulsory Courses

Big Data Analysis in Genomics

Genotoxicology

Scientific Research Practice I/II

Optional Courses

Advanced Biostatistics

Applied Plant Genetics and Genomics

Behavior Genetics

Cell Technologies

CRISPR-Cas System Biology, Bioinformatics and Applications

Machine Learning and Algorithms in Life Sciences

Microbiota Research in Health and Disease

Molecular Mechanisms of Aging and Rejuvenation Technologies

Molecular Virology

Recombination and Repair

Semester 3

Compulsory Courses

Scientific Research Practice II/II

Optional Courses

Bioinformatics for Evolutionary Biology

Introduction to Data Analysis in "R"

Laboratory Animal Science

Management in Modern Biotechnology Enterprise

Paleogenomics

Python for Data Science

Responsible and Reproducible Research

Single-cell Omics English

Synthetic Biology

Semester 4

Courses

Master Final Thesis (Study field: Genetics)

Jobs - Careers

  • Geneticist
  • Molecular Diagnostics Specialist
  • Clinical Research Coordinator
  • R&D Researcher In The Biotechnology Sector
  • Biopharmaceutical Technologist
  • Bioinformatics Analyst
  • Biologist In A Genetic Testing Laboratory
  • Product Development Specialist In A Biotechnology Company
  • Research Institute Laboratory Staff Member
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