Human Molecular Genetics & Disease (BIOC3003)
Information valid for Semester 1, 2025
Course level
Undergraduate
Faculty
School
Chemistry & Molec Biosciences
Units
2
Duration
One Semester
Attendance mode
In Person
Class hours
3L1.5C
Prerequisite
BIOL2202
Recommended prerequisite
BIOC2000, BIOL2200
Assessment methods
Quizzes, mid & end semester examinations, PBLs & SDLs
Course enquiries
Associate Professor Scott Beatson (Semester 1, St Lucia, In person)
Study Abroad
This course is pre-approved for Study Abroad and Exchange students.
Current course offerings
| Course offerings | Location | Mode | Course Profile |
| Semester 1, 2025 (24/02/2025 - 21/06/2025) | St Lucia | In Person | Course Profile |
Please Note: Course profiles marked as not available may still be in development.
Course description
BIOC3003 is an advanced research-informed course on the molecular genetics of human disease. Topics include: single gene disorders, multifactorial disorders; cancer genetics; epigenetics; identification and analysis of human disease genes. The course provides students with an overview of human genetic disorders and how current research is impacting on their clinical management, in terms of more accurate and informative diagnostics and more effective targetted therapies. The course is designed for students with a good understanding of Genetics and Biochemistry at second year University level.
