Human Molecular Genetics

Postgraduate

In London

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Description

  • Type

    Postgraduate

  • Location

    London

  • Start date

    Different dates available

This course provides a broad grounding in human genetics, with the emphasis on the molecular aspects of human genetics, particularly in relation to human disease.It is aimed mainly at science graduates who seek research careers in areas such as fundamental human molecular genetics, genetic factors in human health and disease, or molecular and cytogenetic approaches to diagnosis.

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South Kensington Campus, SW7 2AZ

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About this course

This course provides a broad grounding in human genetics, with the emphasis on the molecular aspects of human genetics, particularly in relation to human disease. It is aimed mainly at science graduates who seek research careers in areas such as fundamental human molecular genetics, genetic factors in human health and disease, or molecular and cytogenetic approaches to diagnosis. The course is flexible, and updated regularly to reflect important advances in human genetics. Teaching covers a wide range of topics, including fundamental human genetics, clinical genetics and statistical genetics, together with advanced human genetics, which covers areas of human disease, such as type 2 diabetes, cancer and rare monogenic disease. In addition to four weeks of laboratory teaching, the research part of the course comprises a six-month project where students undertake novel research within an active research group environment.

All applicants must apply online. You can usually apply for up to two courses, although your second choice will only be considered if your first-choice application is unsuccessful. Most courses don't have a formal closing date, but popular courses close when they are full, so you should apply early to avoid disappointment. There may also be funding deadlines that apply to you. You will need to upload documents with your applications, which may include transcripts and degree...

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Subjects

  • IT
  • Genetics
  • Project

Course programme

Modules shown are for the current academic year, and are subject to change depending on your year of entry.

There are three 3-hour written papers in late February, coursework assessment (poster presentation, statistics, oral presentation), a research project and a viva voce examination in September.

The final mark is made up as follows:

  • Coursework - 15%
  • Written Examinations - 45%
  • Project - 30%
  • Viva voce examination - 10%
Course content

You will study:

  • the fundamentals of human and molecular genetics
  • basic cytogenetics
  • approaches to the analysis of human monogenic disease
  • complex polygenic diseases
  • statistical genetics
  • computing
  • quantitative genetics
  • animal models and transgenesis
  • an introduction to clinical genetics and genetic counselling services
  • gene therapy
  • immunogenetics
  • cancer genetics

There are up to four weeks of intensive laboratory practical sessions, as well as computer practicals in statistical genetics and bioinformatics, regular research seminars on site, student seminar and journal presentations, study group activities and a six-month full-time research project in the summer.

Human Molecular Genetics

Price on request