Course Details in 2026/27 Session

Module Title	LH Omics for Biomedical Research
School	School of Bioscience
Department	School of Biosciences
Module Code	03 30948
Module Lead	Dr Debbie Cunningham
Level	Honours Level
Credits	20
Semester	Semester 2
Pre-requisites
Co-requisites
Restrictions	None
Contact Hours	Lecture-8 hours Seminar-6 hours Practical Classes and workshops-16 hours Guided independent study-170 hours Total: 200 hours
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Description	The aim of this module is to familiarise students with the ‘state-of-the-art’ omics approaches used in biomedical research and to demonstrate how omics technologies can be applied to address biological questions. Students will gain theoretical knowledge of various omics approaches and technologies, including genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics and metabolomics. Through research-led seminars from leading experts they will develop an understanding of how omics technologies are applied to specific areas of research. In addition, the students will have the opportunity to develop the practical skills required to analyse omics data in a series of assessed computer-based workshops. This module will provide the students with knowledge and experience of the multiple steps (e.g. experimental design, experimental step, data analysis and interpretation) involved in using omics platforms in research.
Learning Outcomes	By the end of the modules, students should be able to: Compare and critically evaluate a range of cutting edge omics technologies and platforms and assess their application to biomedical research Apply the knowledge they have gain throughout the course to critically compare different technologies and choose the most appropriate tools to answer specific biological questions Critically evaluate the criteria of a great experimental design for different omics technologies and formulate an ideal omics experiment Select and apply appropriate resources for analysis, visualisation and interpretation of omics data
Assessment	30948-09 : Coursework : Coursework (100%)
Assessment Methods & Exceptions	Assessment: Short reports (2000 words total) of the workshop sessions (60%) A recorded PowerPoint presentation (30%) Reflection (1000 words total) on research seminars (10%) Reassessment: Students will have the opportunity to re-submit the failed elements.
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