Genomic Medicine and Healthcare

Module Aims
Develop a critical understanding and knowledge of core concepts in medical genomics and multiomics.

Module Content

• Molecular and Cellular Genetics
• DNA and RNA Epigenetic Modifications
• Inheritance Types of Genetic Disorders
• NGS and PCR based Molecular Pathology or Molecular Diagnostics
• Multiomics Approaches to Communicable and Non Communicable Diseases
• Translation of Genomic Medicine into Clinical Practice

Learning Outcomes

1. Demonstrate a systematic understanding of the core concepts of medical and health genomics and multiomics.
2. Demonstrate an ability to translate genomic data into clinical actionability.

Module Aims
Develop a critical understanding of the principles, methods of delivery, and core practice issues in genetic and genomic counselling.

Module Content

• Principles of Genetic and Genomic Counselling
• Interpretation of Family and Medical History
• Association of Clinical Phenotype to Disease Related Genotype
• Genetic and Genomic Risk Assessment
• Clinical Preparation and Genetic/Genomic Service Organisation and Delivery
• Consent, Confidentiality, Information Sharing and Ethics in Genomic Medicine

Learning Outcomes

1. Critically apply the principles of genetic counselling to complex clinical situations
2. Selectively apply relevant ethical, moral and legal issues to the diagnosis, testing and counselling of patients

Module Aims
Develop a critical understanding and knowledge of core societal, legal, bioethical, bioeconomical, political and cultural perspectives on genomic information and technology.

Module Content

• Legal Frameworks and Issues in Genomic Medicine
• Social and Cultural Aspects of Genomic Medicine
• Bioethical Implications in Genomic Medicine
• Public Policies and Politics in Genomic Medicine Service
• Bioeconomy Implications in Genomic Medicine
• Public Advocacy, Healthcare Professional Engagement and Education in Genomic Medicine

Learning Outcomes

1. Demonstrate a critical understanding and knowledge of core societal, legal, bioethical, bioeconomical, political and cultural perspectives on genomic information and technology.
2. Demonstrate the ability to critically appraise a variety of broader considerations surrounding the use of genomic information and application of technologies.

Module Aims
Develop a critical understanding of the core principles and practice of medical and clinical genetics and genomics.

Module Content

• Genetic/Genomic and Multiomic Multiethnic Epidemiology and Preventive-Healthcare (using GWAS, TWAS, PheWAS and GWES)
• Integrative Multiomics Analysis and Translation in Personalised/Precision Medicine
• Genetics/Genomics Clinic, Pharmacogenomics Clinic and Preventive Genomics Clinic including PRST
• Genetic, Genomic and Multiomic Profiling of Germline and Somatic Variants in Personalised Oncology
• Genomic-Medicine Multidisciplinary-Team (GM-MDT)
• Clinical Audit Cycle in Genomic Medicine

Learning Outcomes

1. Demonstrate the ability to implement cutting edge knowledge of multiomics into healthcare practice ranging from individualised care to population health.
2. Demonstrate professional healthcare expertise in the application of emerging multiomics tools for the implementation of communicable and noncommunicable disease management using a multidisciplinary approach.

Module Aims
Develop a critical understanding and knowledge of genome-based reproductive medicine.

Module Content

• Reproductive Genetics and Genomics
• Genetic and Genomic Implications of Infertility
• Prenatal Screening, Risk Assessment, Molecular Diagnostics and Genomic Counselling
• Specialised Prenatal Diagnosis and Personalised Healthcare
• Personalised Multidisciplinary Treatment and Management
• Legal, Cultural, Social and Ethical Issues in Fetal Medicine

Learning Outcomes

1. Critically appraise the implementation of reproductive medicine based on multiomic evidence in the multidisciplinary management of pregnancy.
2. Critically appraise the evidence in implementing risk assessment for pregnancy and counselling using personalised approaches in high risk pregnancy and fetal medicine, taking into account legal, cultural and socio-ethical issues.

Module Aims
Develop a critical understanding and knowledge of how genomic medicine can be utilised to provide personalised medicine in healthcare.

Module Content

• Applied Translational Research in Genomic Medicine
• Pharmacogenomics, Pharmacoepigenomics and Pharmacometabolomics
• Systems Medicine and 5 Ps Medicine
• Personalised Genomic Medicine Healthcare Services
• Integration of Genomic Medicine in Healthcare and Economic Implications
• Novel Therapeutic Advances of Genomic Medicine

Learning Outcomes

1. Creatively translate the healthcare possibilities of genomic medicine from bench to practice.
2. Critically appraise the place of multiomic evidence in translational research for improving personalised/precision genomic medicine, taking into account the associated health economics.

Module Aims
To prepare students for an independent research-based project by developing skills in selecting, appraising, discriminating, using evidence and appropriate research/investigative methods to address relevant topics for investigation.

Module Content

• Quantitative Studies
• Statistical Analysis Interpretation
• Interpreting the Evidence
• Meta-analysis and Systematic Reviews
• Qualitative Studies
• Evidence Appraisal: Interpreting, Weighing and Synthesising the Evidence
• Audit, Governance and Quality Improvement, Health Economics
• Preparing a Research Proposal: Research Committees, Consent, Ethics, Probity and Literature Review

Learning Outcomes

1. Critically analyse and interpret research to assess its application to delivery/service development.
2. Select and apply different methodological approaches and tools to answer research questions in your field of practice.

Module Aims
To formulate the research question that you seek to answer. To develop an ability to critically evaluate areas of professional practice. To critically appraise specific areas of clinical, research and organisational practice. To develop skills in independent research and study. To develop skills relevant to scientific publications.

Module Content

• Systematic literature review and appraisal of the evidence
• Audit of non-patient data/organisational audit
• Review and implementation of evidence-based practice
• Literature review and qualitative or quantitative research proposal
• Case(s)-based and quality of service review with critical appraisal
• Case report, review of literature and organisational assessment
• Secondary data analysis

Learning Outcomes

1. Design and undertake a research and development project related to genomic medicine and healthcare in order to produce an extensive piece of literature which may be suitable for peer-reviewed publication
2. Critically evaluate practice and suggest improvements or change in a genomic medicine setting
3. Incorporate knowledge of the research process in developing genomic medicine and healthcare services appropriately

As each Medical Council has their own rules/regulations with regard to Postgraduate study we recommend that you contact your local Medical Council with regard to recognition.

Upon completion of the course the University would invite you to a graduation ceremony and provide your certificate which makes no reference to the fact that the course was studied online and is therefore typically recognised the same as any other UK University qualification.

Rest assured, the overall Postgraduate Diploma carries a total of 1,200 CPD points, with the MSc an additional 600 CPD points, and all official certifications are issued directly by the University.

When you study one of our programmes you may be surprised to find that there are no lectures or seminars. Your learning will be self-directed meaning that rather than being told information you find it for yourself (with tutor guidance and support). We do this via a series of clinically rich scenarios which your tutor will post on our academic forum which you and your classmates will research, respond to and discuss.

You will be assessed through the Academic Forum, Reflective Journal and Assignments. Learning will be carried out using our online learning platform: Moodle.

You can study whenever and wherever you want - our programmes are totally flexible to fit around your other work and life commitments.

The course is specifically designed so that part of your study is the application of theory to practice in your day job.

We typically suggest that students aim to log into the Moodle platform daily. We recommend a "little and often" approach for reading, reflection and/or posting. High achieving students will typically spend 1-2 hours dedicated to their studies a day; 10 hours per week is sufficient time to spend on the platform.

Those who cannot dedicate more time than once/twice per week may struggle with the demands of this postgraduate programme.

Yes, everything is done entirely online through our learning platform, Moodle. You do not need to attend the University.

All of our courses are delivered in English, so proficiency in the English language is essential for success. If English is not your first language, we require proof of competency as part of your application. We accept the following as proof of English Language skills:

We Accept a Range of English Language Qualifications
While IELTS and TOEFL are among the most commonly used English tests, we understand that students come from diverse backgrounds — and we’re happy to work with you to accept a wide range of other recognised English language qualifications.

We accept IELTS (International English Language Testing System)
Our most commonly accepted test, IELTS is globally recognised and widely used for university admissions.

We accept TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language)
Another widely accepted test, TOEFL assesses your reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills in an academic setting.

We accept English Medium of Instruction (EMI) Letters
Many of our international students provide an EMI (English Medium Instruction) letter from their previous institution. This letter should confirm that you were taught in the medium of English. It is a popular and widely accepted form of proof, especially if you have completed prior academic studies in English.

Our University partners Requirements
The University of South Wales accepts an overall score of 6.0 (minimum of 5.5 for each band) and The University of Buckingham accepts an overall score of 6.5 (minimum of 6.0 for each band).

Our Flexible Instalment Plan is designed to offer ultimate flexibility to pay for your programme. You have the choice of two payment options:

Make an Upfront Payment in Full: For those who prefer to settle their fees upfront, you can pay the full amount at the beginning of your programme.

Interest-Free Payments: Alternatively, you can choose to spread your payments out with interest-free instalments every month for the duration of your course.

These options are separate from our existing lending partners, which you can explore further on our programme pages. We believe that education should be accessible to all, and our Flexible Instalment Plan is just one of the ways we are committed to supporting you in your academic journey.

We currently offer two discounts: the Early Bird Discount and the Action Taker Discount. The Early Bird discount allows you to save up to £500 or more, available only to self-funders and is a limited-time offer that runs for the entirety of November for the March cohort or the entirety of May for the September cohort. Our Action Taker Discount allows you to save up to £150 off for PGCert and £250 off for PGDip/2-year MSc programmes. To qualify for Action Takers, you must pay the deposit within 7 days of acceptance.

For Early Bird Discounts, the discount is visible if your application and acceptance are completed within the required timeframe. For Action Taker Discounts, it will reflect once conditions are met.