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Develop your understanding of the general concepts in population and quantitative genetics and genomics. Acquire an in-depth knowledge of the statistical methods applied in evolutionary genetics, population genomics and complex trait analysis.
These entry requirements are for the 2026-27 academic year and requirements for future academic years may differ. Entry requirements for the 2027-28 academic year will be published on 1 Oct 2026.
A UK 2:1 honours degree, or its international equivalent, in biological or biomedical sciences, medicine, agriculture, or animal sciences, or a degree in mathematics, statistics, or physics from applicants intending to transfer into the biological sciences.
We will also consider your application if you have less than the minimum qualification but can show sufficient additional relevant experience such as significant work history in a related discipline.
Your application must show evidence of an interest in genetics alongside quantitative skills.
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Compulsory courses
Semester 1
Statistics and Data Analysis (20 credits)
Population Genetics (20 credits)
Quantitative Genetics (20 credits)
Semester 2
Linkage and Association in Genome Analysis (20 credits)
Population and Genomic Analysis ( 10 credits)
Quantitative Genetic Models (10 credits)
Research Project Proposal (Genetics, Ecology & Evolution) (10 credits)
Dissertation
Dissertation (Quantitative Genetics) (60 credits)
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