Course description
If you are interested in studying genomic medicine at postgraduate level to further your professional prospects, but don't have the time to dedicate to a full master's course, you can take one or more units from our Genomic Medicine MSc course as standalone continuing professional development (CPD) courses.
We offer a range of units as short CPD courses, with most focusing on face-to-face interaction with our genomic medicine experts. Some units are taught using blended learning - a combination of face-to-face and online elements - for further flexibility. Units are generally delivered in blocks over consecutive days as opposed to weekly.
Course unit list
The course unit details given below are subject to change, and are the latest example of the curriculum available on this course of study.
| Title | Code | Credit rating | Mandatory/optional |
|---|---|---|---|
| Health Informatics | BIOL67361 | 15 | Optional |
| Economics of Genomics and Precision Medicine | BIOL67372 | 15 | Optional |
| Counselling Skills for Genomics | BIOL67381 | 15 | Optional |
| Ethical, Legal and Social issues in applied Genomics | BIOL67382 | 15 | Optional |
| Pharmacogenomics and Stratified Healthcare | BIOL67481 | 15 | Optional |
| Molecular Pathology of Cancer | BIOL67482 | 15 | Optional |
| Fundamentals of Human Genetics | BIOL67561 | 15 | Optional |
| Genomics of Common and Rare Inherited Diseases | BIOL67582 | 15 | Optional |
| Disease Modelling and Genome Engineering | BIOL67672 | 15 | Optional |
| Application of Genomics in Infectious Diseases | BIOL67971 | 15 | Optional |
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What our students say
So far, I have completed four modules on Bioinformatics, Human Genetics, Pharmacogenomics and Genetic Counselling. I can honestly say that I have thoroughly enjoyed each of these and they have opened my eyes to the potential transformation of healthcare in the NHS through genomic medicine. (Bradley Horn, Genetic Technologist)
Disability support
Practical support and advice for current students and applicants is available from the Disability Advisory and Support Service .