Introduction to Applied Genomics
| Unit code | TBS2107 |
|---|---|
| Credit rating | TBC |
| Unit level | Level 2 |
| Teaching period(s) | Semester 1 |
| Location | India |
| Offered by | Tetr School of Biosciences |
| Mandatory/optional | Mandatory |
Overview
How can reading a genome change the way we diagnose and treat disease? You will cover sequencing technologies, variant interpretation, pharmacogenomics and the ethics of genomic data.
Aims
To show how genomic information is generated and used in medicine.
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:
- outline modern sequencing approaches
- interpret a simple variant report
- explain how genomics can guide treatment
- discuss the ethical issues of genomic data
Syllabus
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Teaching and learning methods
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Assessment methods
| Method | Weight |
|---|---|
| [To be confirmed by the academic team] | TBC |
Linked immersion
Recommended reading
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