Module - LIFE4035 - Molecular Technologies in Complex Diseases

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Module - LIFE4035 - Molecular Technologies in Complex Diseases

Programme	SoLS - Life Sciences Modules Database (Level 4) C721 - M.Sci. Hons. Biochemistry and Biological Chemistry (Part 3 - Restricted Group 1) C703 - M.Sci. Hons. Biochemistry (Part 3 - Restricted)
Year	Select a new weight: https://curriculum.nottingham.ac.uk/2026/view/tree/91405/year_lookup/XXIDXX Year 2026/2027
Accrediting Bodies	https://curriculum.nottingham.ac.uk/2026/view/tree/91405/year_lookup/XXIDXX HEFCE Biochemistry benchmarks Royal Society of Biology RSB Biochemistry subject specific outcomes
Module Code	LIFE4035
Credits	20

Total Credits:

20.00

Level:

Target Students:

Compulsory for all students taking the MSc in Molecular Genetics and Diagnostics

Summary Of Content:

This module provides an extensive overview of molecular techniques used in research of human diseases, and explores the possible implications of such methods.

Course Web Links:

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Education Aims:

Offering School:

Life Sciences

Convenor:

Name
Prof Kevin Morgan

Semester
Spring UK

Taught Semesters:

Requisites:

N/A

Additional Requirements:

Condition
Only available for students studying MSc Microbiology and Immunology; MSc Molecular Genetics and Diagnostics; MSc Immunology and Allergy

Method and Frequency of Class:

N/A

Each lecture will be 1 hour, with approximately 3 hours of directed reading and associated work. The student-led sessions will be 1 hour per group (usually 4 groups in total), and will explore a topic related to the lectures in more detail.

Method of Assessment:

Assessment Type	Weight	Requirements
Inclass Exam 2 (Practical)	40.00	Contribution to student-led sessions as a group assignment (marked by tutors and involving formative peer-assessment)
Inclass Exam 2 (Practical)	40.00	Contribution to student-led sessions as a group assignment (marked by tutors and involving formative peer-assessment)
Exam 1	60.00	2 hour MCQ
Exam 1	60.00	2 hour MCQ

Assessment Period:

Assessed by end of Spring Semester


	Learning Outcome:
		Knowledge and Understanding At the end of the module, students will be able to: •Understand the contribution of molecular genetics to disease diagnosis •Appreciate and be conversant with the methodology available •Acknowledge the limitations of the technology Explain the importance of epidemiological studies as a basis for the genetic investigation of complex disorders Describe the concepts of genetic recombination, linkage and linkage disequilibrium as they apply to complex disorders Discuss the strengths and limitations of linkage analysis and genetic association studies in the study of complex disorders, and critically evaluate relevant literature Transferable/Key Skills •Critical analysis of scientific literature •Oral presentation skills •Independent learning

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