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Master of Applied Science MAppSc in Quantitative Genetics

1 Year On Campus Masters Program

University of Otago

Program Overview

This program in Quantitative Genetics are designed to provide the necessary skills for employment in areas where quantitative genetic methods are applied. These can include in primary sector breeding programmes (e.g. in agriculture, horticulture and forestry), in medical research and in gene resource management of endangered species. These programmes encourage critical thinking, develop analytical skills and broaden students understanding of New Zealand contexts.

Program Key Stats

$54149 (Annual cost)



Eligibility Criteria


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Additional Information & Requirements

A bachelor's degree, or a first-class or upper second-class honours degree in the same area of study, or a related discipline, as your intended area of research, academic transcripts, ECE, and proof of identity, A detailed research proposal, An up-to date CV, IELTS of 6.5 in the academic module (with no individual band below 6.0), TOEFL ibT of 95 with a minimum writing score of 22, CAE/CPE of 176, (PTE) Academicof 64 with no communicative skills score below 57, EPAP Grade C or higher.

Career Options

  • Computational Biologist
  • Senior Analyst
  • Scientist
  • Quantitative Scientist
  • Postdoctoral Researcher

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