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  • Qualification

    Postgraduate Diploma

  • Location

    The University of Edinburgh

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    15-SEP-25

  • Duration

    9 months

Course summary

Our programme offers a small course experience taught by active members of the quantitative genetic research community.We are based in the Institute of Ecology and Evolution, part of the School of Biological Sciences, and for this programme we bring together expertise from across the University and SRUC.This programme emphasizes the conceptual underpinnings of the field, with rigorous training in statistical genetics and exposure to other applications of quantitative genetics.You will study alongside students with a broad spectrum of interests using quantitative genetic tools, including animal breeding and genetics and human genetics. Likewise, the staff involved in teaching will come from different disciplines.The University has an international reputation as a leader in quantitative genetics.Learning outcomesAs a result of studying on the Evolutionary Genetics Programme you will:acquire an understanding of the general concepts in population and quantitative genetics and genomics and a solid grounding in the statistical methods requiredobtain an in-depth knowledge of their application in evolutionary biology and complex trait analysisdevelop research skillsbe given the opportunity to develop oral presentation skills through student seminars and scientific presentations and scientific writing skills, through essays and report writinggain expertise in generic skills including computing and IT, communication of ideas and the ability to work both independently and in collaboration.

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£ 40,900per year

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University information

The University of Edinburgh

  • University League Table

    18th

  • Campus address

    University of Edinburgh, The University of Edinburgh, Old College, Edinburgh, Edinburgh, City Of, EH8 9YL, Scotland

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    6th out of 91 2

  • Entry standards

    / Max 218
    204 93%

    5th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    83.0 83%

    14th

    12
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.03 76%

    61st

    5

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