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Institute of Continuing Education (ICE)

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This module aims to provide the student with an introduction to the key areas of genomics, human genetics and genetic variation. It will prepare participants to understand disease genetics and how genomic medicine can be utilised to elucidate disease mechanisms and biology. In addition, this module will also cover the fundamentals of information governance in the context of genomic medicine and its applications providing underpinning knowledge for later modules in bioinformatics and statistics.

This module will serve as a foundation for those wishing to advance their careers within the NHS in genomic medicine. It provides clear understanding of the structure and variations in genetic material. Covering basic genetics and genomics, it will prepare students to understand the role of genetics in disease and how genomic information can be utilised to elucidate disease mechanisms and biology.

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Entry Requirements

English Language requirements:

To ensure that all participants can participate fully and get the best from studying with us, you will need to be confident understanding and following arguments presented in written and spoken English at University level.

If English is not your native language, you will need to satisfy yourself that you have an appropriate level of English language proficiency in line with the following recommended tests (achieved in the same sitting and no more than 2 years before the date of booking):

◾IELTS Academic: Overall score of 7.0 (a minimum of 7.0 in Listening, Writing and Speaking; 6.5 in Reading)
◾TOEFL Internet: Overall score of 100 (a minimum of 25 in each individual component)
◾CAE: Grade A or B (with at least 193 in each individual element) plus a Language Centre assessment
◾CPE: Grade A, B, or C (with at least 200 in each individual element)

Alternatively, you may have undertaken all, or part, of your education in English and/or may have extensive experience using English on a regular basis in your professional life.

Course dates

22 Jan 2024 to 26 Jan 2024

Course duration

1 Week

Apply by

15 Dec 2023

Course fee

Home: £1,250
Overseas: £3,134

Academic Directors, Course Directors and Tutors are subject to change, when necessary.

Venue

Institute of Continuing Education
University of Cambridge
Cambridge
CB23 8AQ
United Kingdom

Qualifications / Credits

15 credits at Master of Studies

Course code

MOD1NC