Curricular information is subject to change.
On completion of this module students should be able to:
1. Critically evaluate recent research findings in human genetics.
2. Discuss the application of modern research methods to studying problems in human genetics.
3. Demonstrate an understanding of the molecular genetics of selected diseases.
4. Apply large-scales databases to the study of genetic disease.
| Student Effort Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Lectures | 12 |
| Autonomous Student Learning | 90 |
| Total | 102 |
It is strongly recommended that students have taken GENE30030 Genetic Basis of Disease, or other modules with similar learning outcomes.
| Description | Timing | Component Scale | % of Final Grade | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exam (In-person): Examination: End of trimester exam | End of trimester Duration: 2 hr(s) |
Standard conversion grade scale 40% | No | 70 |
No |
| Quizzes/Short Exercises: Continuous Assessment: In class assessment based on computational exercises carried out during tutorials. | Week 1, Week 2, Week 3, Week 4, Week 5, Week 6, Week 7, Week 8, Week 9, Week 10, Week 11, Week 12, Week 14, Week 15 | Alternative linear conversion grade scale 40% | No | 30 |
No |
| Resit In | Terminal Exam |
|---|---|
| Summer | Yes - 2 Hour |
• Group/class feedback, post-assessment
Not yet recorded.
| Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Dr Eric Conway | Lecturer / Co-Lecturer |
| Dr David Hughes | Lecturer / Co-Lecturer |