Master in Clinical Genetics

For Master in Clinical Genetics, applications for the Sep 2027 intake are due by May 31, 2027, and tuition fees are 6,396 USD per year.

The Master in Clinical Genetics at Central South University is a degree for students who want to learn about genetics and help people. It's a Master's degree that takes a few years to complete and is taught in English.

The curriculum includes subjects like genetic counseling, molecular genetics, and medical genetics. Students will develop skills in lab work, research, and critical thinking, and get hands-on experience with genetic testing and analysis.

Graduates can work as genetic counselors, clinical researchers, laboratory managers, medical scientists, or healthcare consultants. They can find jobs in hospitals, research institutes, pharmaceutical companies, or government health departments.

Central South University (CSU) in Changsha is a major Chinese national university formed in 2000 through the merger of three institutions and recognized as a Double First Class university. Home to more than 55,000 students and over 1,600 international students, CSU offers a comprehensive range of programs across engineering, medicine, materials science, rail transit and the social sciences, organized within numerous schools and research institutes.

CSU is research-intensive with national key laboratories, engineering centers and clinical hospitals that support advanced inquiry and applied innovation. The university promotes international collaborations with partners in more than 30 countries and provides scholarship opportunities for international applicants, including full and partial awards that may cover tuition, accommodation and stipends. Language pathways and preparatory programs are available for students who need to strengthen Chinese or English proficiency prior to degree study.

Campus life in Changsha blends a vibrant urban setting with extensive on-campus services and multiple accommodation options for overseas students. CSU’s strong industry links and alumni network support internships and employment outcomes, while a broad range of academic fields and postdoctoral centers make it a good fit for students seeking rigorous research training or professionally oriented degrees in one of China’s leading comprehensive universities.