Institute of Continuing Education (ICE)
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This module consists of approximately 30 hours of contact time. This introductory 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. This module 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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