What do graduates do?
- Genetic counsellor
- Hospital genetics services
- Private sector
- Universities and research institutes
Before you apply
This field is studied at master's level: first a degree in genetics, biomedical science or nursing, then a master's in genetic counselling. In the UK, GCRAB registration follows two years of supervised training.
Examples of schools where you can study this subject
4 schools in 1 countries. Programmes were checked on the schools’ own websites. These are only examples; every country has many more options. We choose the schools that fit your budget, documents and goals together.
Canada
McGill UniversityMSc in Genetic Counselling · MontrealUniversity of British ColumbiaMaster of Science in Genetic Counselling (MSc) · VancouverUniversity of ManitobaGenetic Counselling MSc · WinnipegUniversity of TorontoGenetic Counselling (MSc) · TorontoWhat to know, country by country
For each country where you can study this subject: an example tuition fee and the next step in the timeline. You can find the details in our country guides.
- 15 January 2027
UBC Master of Library and Information Studies international application deadline (sample program)
Let’s build your school list for Genetic Counselling together
- We choose schools from 26 countries that fit your grades, budget and documents.
- We gather every school’s application timeline, required documents and exam scores in one list.
- We put tuition fees and living costs side by side.
- We prepare your application file and personal statement together.
Other fields of study in this category
Last checked: November 2026.
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