Department Introduction

This is the only department in Taiwan with human genetics studies in both its undergraduate and master’s programs. Students can attain advanced knowledge, skills, and laboratory techniques in genetic and molecular diagnostics. 

The department initiated a set of Biotechnology and Precision Medicine courses to guide students in choosing their elective courses. Besides basic research and medical science research-oriented courses, we also have special classes for Genetic Counseling in our master’s program, for those interested in pursuing a Genetic Counselor career after completing their M.Sc. 

To assist students in gaining interdisciplinary skills and expanding their career choices, the department also provides biotech industries-related courses, summer internship training, and career development or planning courses.

Faculty members are more than willing to share their abundant skills and knowledge with the students. Moreover, the department has excellent research capabilities, advanced teaching and research facilities, and equipment.  

We provide scholarships and grants to meet students’ needs, make electronic learning and research resources available, and offer career planning sessions.  

If students are willing to pursue their advanced studies, the department provides a combined bachelor’s (B.Sc.) and master’s degree (M.Sc.) program for those willing to spend five years to achieve. Additionally, the University waives tuition and fees for those who start the master’s program in their fourth and fifth years.

Future Career

The department prepares students with knowledge and laboratory skills required to meet the needs of industries and research institutions, by providing professional courses and offering opportunities to enhance students’ research skills. 

Pursue advanced studies

Students may pursue doctoral programs in biomedicine in Taiwan or overseas.

Seek employment

After graduation, students can engage in research, product development, or marketing work in educational institutions, healthcare organizations, biotechnology companies, or pharmaceutical companies. 

They may also choose to become any of the professionals listed below:

1. 1. 1. R&D staff in a biotechnology company.
      2. Administrative staff in a biotechnology company.
      3. Product specialist in a biotechnology company.
      4. Clinical or medical science researcher.
      5. Academic researcher.
      6. Healthcare professional (such as a genetic counselor or fertility case manager.)
      7. Biology teacher at a junior or senior high school. 
      8. Civil servant.

Other career options

If they have taken the University’s biomedical informatics and teaching-related programs, students can also choose to work for biomedical informatics institutions or become high school teachers.

Language of Instruction

English

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