BGM3058 : Integrated Genetics
BGM3058 : Integrated Genetics
- Offered for Year: 2024/25
- Module Leader(s):
- Co-Module Leader: Professor David Lydall, Dr Laura Maringele
- Owning School: Biomedical, Nutritional and Sports Scien
- Teaching Location: Newcastle City Campus
Semesters
Your programme is made up of credits, the total differs on programme to programme.
Semester 2 Credit Value: | 10 |
ECTS Credits: | 5.0 |
European Credit Transfer System | |
Pre-requisite
Modules you must have done previously to study this module
Pre Requisite Comment
Students require a general level of background genetics knowledge as taught in all other compulsory modules specified in the B901 degree programme regulations.
Co-Requisite
Modules you need to take at the same time
Co Requisite Comment
None
Aims
The BGM3058 module (Integrated Genetics) is designed to:
• encourage students to consolidate their knowledge of fundamental genetic principles as taught throughout the Biomedical Genetics programme.
• reinforce the development of important critical skills including interpretation of the scientific literature, data analysis and problem solving.
• provide a support framework to enable effective preparation for the final written examinations.
Outline Of Syllabus
The module prepares students for the Integrated Biomedical Genetics exam. The Biomedical Genetics paper examines knowledge gained across all modules relevant to the biomedical genetics degree.
Learning Outcomes
Intended Knowledge Outcomes
Upon completion of the module, it is expected that students will be able to:
• K1. Explain the major principles that underpin modern genetics.
• K2. Describe current genetics research, the experimental basis of key methods, genetic concepts, and their knowledge of genetics by integration of information from different sources (lecture material, primary scientific literature, directed reading from module study guides, reflection and discussion).
Intended Skill Outcomes
Upon completion of the module, it is expected that students will be able to:
• S1. Critically interpret and synthesise complex information relating to genetics.
• S2. Analyse and interpret experimental data.
• S3. Critically analyse a primary research paper.
• S4. Communicate effectively in a written format under examination conditions (time constrained).
Teaching Methods
Teaching Activities
Category | Activity | Number | Length | Student Hours | Comment |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Small group teaching | 7 | 1:00 | 7:00 | Skills sessions (5 in SM1 and 2 in SM2 subject to student requests) - in person |
Guided Independent Study | Independent study | 93 | 1:00 | 93:00 | Individual Study |
Total | 100:00 |
Jointly Taught With
Code | Title |
---|---|
BGM3056 | Evolution and Genomics |
BGM3061 | Genetic variation in common disease |
BGM3062 | Genetics of Development and its Disorders |
Teaching Rationale And Relationship
The skills sessions are used to discuss and review core scientific material and key concepts in a concise manner (K1-K2,S1- S4). Skills sessions aid in understanding the current research literature and the experimental basis of key concepts and knowledge (K1-K2, S1-S4). These sessions provide experience of data analysis using practice questions, stimulating discussion and development of critical skills and problem solving (K2, S1-S4). The skills sessions provide opportunities to increase understanding by reflection and discussion (K1-K2, S1).
Reading Lists
Assessment Methods
The format of resits will be determined by the Board of Examiners
Exams
Description | Length | Semester | When Set | Percentage | Comment |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Written Examination | 180 | 2 | A | 100 | Invigilated Exam: Four sections (2-5 questions in each section, calculations, short and long answer) |
Assessment Rationale And Relationship
The written examination tests core knowledge and understanding of the subject under time-constraint conditions (K1-K2, S1-S4). The examination tests critical thinking, problem solving, data analysis and interpretation (K2, S1-S4).
Timetable
- Timetable Website: www.ncl.ac.uk/timetable/
- BGM3058's Timetable
Past Exam Papers
- Exam Papers Online : www.ncl.ac.uk/exam.papers/
- BGM3058's past Exam Papers
General Notes
Original Handbook text:
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