Fundamentals in Human Genetics and Genomics

Program Overview

The Fundamentals in Human Genetics and Genomics microcredential is a five-day program designed for healthcare professionals seeking to enhance their understanding of genetics in disease. Through face-to-face teaching, participants gain a solid foundation for advancing their careers in genomic medicine within the NHS.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Fundamentals in Human Genetics and Genomics microcredential is a five-day program designed to provide a foundation for careers in genomic medicine within the NHS. This microcredential serves as a stepping stone for those seeking to advance their careers in genomic medicine within the NHS.

Outline:

The microcredential covers the following topics:

• Overview of cell division (mitosis, meiosis) and recombination.

• How variation arises and its extent in populations.

• Correlation of genotype with phenotype, including penetrance and variation in expression.

• Concepts of heterogeneity and pleiotropy.

Teaching:

• The microcredential is delivered over five days.
• The teaching is face-to-face.
• The microcredential is led by Professor Ferenc Müller (Professor of Developmental Genetics, Institute of Cancer and Genomic Sciences) and Dr Richard Tuxworth (Senior Lecturer, Institute of Cancer and Genomic Sciences).

Careers:

The microcredential is designed to prepare students for careers in genomic medicine within the NHS.

Other:

• The microcredential can be taken as a stand-alone assessed or non-assessed course.
• Applicants should have a good honors degree in a life sciences subject, although applicants with alternative qualifications and professional experience within the health service or other relevant background will be considered.
• The microcredential is worth 15 Masters level credits.