Programme aims and entry requirements

Information about the aims, content and entry requirements for both PgCert Genomics programmes.

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PgCert in Haematology Genomics

Programme aim

This programme aims to upskill the existing workforce by providing knowledge and clinical skills in genomics and haematology. The programme has been designed to increase the flexibility of the workforce (Clinical Scientists, Biomedical Scientists and Genetic Technologists) within genomic laboratory hubs (GLHs), local genomics laboratories (LGL) and the non-Genomic sections within the specialist integrated haematological malignancy diagnostic services (SIHMDS).

Programme content

  • Introduction to Genomics
  • Introduction to Clinical Bioinformatics
  • Haemato-Oncology 1
  • Haemato-Oncology 2
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PgCert in Histopathology Genomics

Programme aim

This programme aims to upskill the existing workforce within histopathology laboratories, providing increased flexibility across the Cellular Pathology workforce within organisations and pathology/genomic networks.

Programme content

Programme content has been developed from Scientist Training Programme (STP) modules including:

  • Introduction to Histopathology
  • Introduction to Cancer Genomics
  • Introduction to Digital, Data and Technology in Cellular Pathology
  • Specialist Immunohistochemistry and Molecular Pathology
  • Solid Cancers 1
  • Solid Cancers 2
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Entry requirements for both PgCert programmes

To apply for the 2 PgCert programmes, applicants must have a 1st or 2:1 in either an undergraduate honours degree or an integrated master’s degree. Both options must be in a pure or applied science subject relevant to the specialty for which they are applying.

Due to the extensive variation in degrees, it is not possible for us to provide a definitive list of relevant degrees, but the most commonly accepted degrees are below:

  • Anatomy
  • Biochemistry
  • Bioengineering
  • Biology / Human Biology
  • Biomedical Sciences
  • Chemistry
  • Clinical Bioinformatics Genomics
  • Clinical Science
  • Computer Science
  • Clinical Microbiology/ Microbiology
  • Forensic Science
  • Genetics / Human Genetics
  • Healthcare Science
  • Life Sciences
  • Medicine
  • Optometry
  • Physiology
  • Physiotherapy
  • Public Health Science
  • Radiography
  • Reproductive Science