The Department of Biochemistry and Medical Genetics offers a two-year Genetic Counselling (MSc) program in collaboration with the Shared Health Program of Genetics and Metabolism. This program has full accreditation status through the Accreditation Council for Genetic Counselling (ACGC).
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| Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)* | 70 to 74 |
These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
A four-year year bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) that includes undergraduate courses in genetics (at least 3 credits) and psychology (at least 3 credits) Minimum 3.7 GPA or equivalent in the last 60 credit hours of university study. |
| Additional Admission Requirements: | - Letter(s) of Reference
- Resume/Curriculum Vitae
- Statement of Research Interests
- Work Experience
Practical counselling training and experience. This includes applying counselling skills and techniques to support individuals with personal, social or psychological problem and/or difficulties.
Candidate may have paid or volunteer experiences with social service agencies such as planned parenthood, crisis programs or peer-to-peer counselling. In person/video/telephone experiences preferred, but text/chat accepted. |
* The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.
* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.
