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MEDI6235 2025-26
Genomic Informatics
This module is only compulsory for the MSc Genomics (Informatics) pathway, and optional for other pathways.
This module will allow students to develop skills in analysis of data generated by different omic technologies, particularly giving experience in the analysis of transcriptomic and cancer genomic data using command line tools. -
MEDI6235 2026-27
Genomic Informatics
This module is only compulsory for the MSc Genomics (Informatics) pathway, and optional for other pathways.
This module builds on the knowledge and experience gained from the Genomic Technologies and Basic Informatics module, introducing the Linux command line environment. Students will perform analysis of data generated by different omic technologies, particularly transcriptomic and cancer genomic data. Upon completing this module students will be in a strong position to base their MSc research project on NGS data. -
MEDI6237 2025-26
Genomic Technologies and Basic Informatics
This module explores the state-of-the-art genomics techniques used for DNA sequencing (e.g. targeted approaches, whole exome and whole genome sequencing) and RNA sequencing, together with current technologies routinely used to investigate genomic variation in both clinical and research settings.
The module will cover the fundamental principles of informatics and bioinformatics applied to genomics. The students will be taught to find and use major genomic and genetic data resources; use software packages, in silico tools, databases and literature searches. Specifically, students will learn to align sequence data to the reference genome, critically assess, annotate and interpret findings from genetic and genomic analyses. Theoretical sessions will be coupled with practical assignments of analysing and annotating predefined data sets.
A comprehensive introduction to the functional interpretation of genomic data will be included. Students will also learn about the strategies employed to evaluate pathogenicity of variants for reporting and acquire the skills to analyse genomic data in a graphical user interface (GUI). -
MEDI6237 2026-27
Genomic Technologies and Basic Informatics
This module explores the state-of-the-art genomics techniques used for DNA sequencing (e.g. targeted approaches, whole-exome and whole-genome sequencing) and RNA sequencing, together with current technologies routinely used to investigate genomic variation in both clinical and research settings.
The module will cover the fundamental principles of informatics and bioinformatics applied to genomics. Theoretical sessions will be coupled with practical assignments of analysing and annotating predefined data sets.
A comprehensive introduction to the functional interpretation of genomic data will be included. Students will also learn about the strategies employed to evaluate pathogenicity of variants for reporting and acquire the skills to analyse genomic data in a graphical user interface. -
MEDI6238 2025-26
Genomics Dissertation
The dissertation module provides a context within which research skills can be developed. It provides the opportunity to apply and demonstrate the skills and knowledge acquired throughout the taught component of the MSc programme.
The dissertation is a hypothesis-driven small-scale empirical research project involving quantitative or qualitative research methods and may be laboratory based, data analysis/bioinformatics or a systematic literature review. Students are supported to identify a project and supervisors aligned to their interests.
Dissertation projects are undertaken over a period of approximately 4 months (full-time students) or 10 months (part-time students), with submission in late September. -
MEDI6238 2026-27
Genomics Dissertation
The dissertation module provides a context within which research skills can be developed. It provides the opportunity to apply and demonstrate the skills and knowledge acquired throughout the taught component of the MSc programme.
The dissertation is a hypothesis-driven small-scale empirical research project involving quantitative or qualitative research methods and may be laboratory based, data analysis/bioinformatics or a systematic literature review. Students are supported to identify a project and supervisors aligned to their interests.
Dissertation projects are undertaken over a period of approximately 4 months (full-time students) or 10 months (part-time students), with submission in late September. -
MEDI6239 2025-26
Genomics in Practice
This module puts genomics into practice, with a focus on the interpretation of genomic data in a clinical context. The module covers the synthesis of genomic information, and aligned research skills. The skills developed in this module will support the development of the research project within the dissertation module. -
MEDI6239 2026-27
Genomics in Practice
This module puts genomics into practice, with a focus on the interpretation of genomic data in a clinical context. The module covers the synthesis of genomic information with a focus on the interpretation of variants. To this end the module looks at what evidence is required to state a variant is pathogenic. The module then explores research skills to develop further evidence where this is not already existing. The skills developed in this module will support the development of the research project within the dissertation module. -
SOES2018 2026-27
Geochemistry
This module will introduce the fundamental chemical processes that operate within the Earth and Ocean system. You will learn about the origin, distribution and abundance of chemical elements in the Earth and Ocean. Via lectures, in-class exercises and practicals, we will introduce fundamental geochemical principles and explain how elements cycle through the Earth and Ocean. Practicals will be delivered within the Centre for Earth Research and Analysis Southampton (CERAS), a world-class facility for the chemical and isotopic analysis of natural and anthropogenic materials. We will introduce different isotope systems (including radiogenic and stable isotopes) and relate these to exciting real-world practical examples. By the end of this module, you will have developed a holistic and quantitative understanding of geochemical cycles in the Earth and Ocean system and how these interact in a diverse range of past, present and future environments. -
SOES2018 2027-28
Geochemistry of the Ocean and Earth System
This module will introduce the fundamental chemical processes that operate within the Ocean and Earth system. You will learn about the origin, distribution and abundance of chemical elements in the Ocean and Earth. Via lectures, in-class exercises and practicals, we will introduce fundamental geochemical principles and explain how elements cycle through the Earth and Ocean. Practicals will be delivered within the Centre for Earth Research and Analysis Southampton (CERAS), a world-class facility for the chemical and isotopic analysis of natural and anthropogenic materials. We will introduce different isotope systems (including radiogenic and stable isotopes) and relate these to exciting real-world practical examples. By the end of this module, you will have developed a holistic and quantitative understanding of geochemical cycles in the Ocean and Earth system and how these interact in a diverse range of past, present and future environments.