Overview
In this unit, you will focus on ethical issues that arise in relation to human genomics. You will examine issues that arise in the integration of genome sequencing into medicine, as well as new and emerging technologies such as mitochondrial genomics and genome editing. You will consider and discuss topics … For more content click the Read More button below.
Rules
Enrolment Rule
Contacts
Chief Examiner(s)
Professor Justin Oakley
Unit Coordinator(s)
Dr Lauren Notini
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, you should be able to:
1.
Recognise and critically analyse the key ethical issues raised by human genomics;
2.
Evaluate policies and practices associated with human genomics in healthcare;
3.
Establish your own reasoned conclusions regarding ethical issues associated with human genomics;
4.
Utilise well-developed research skills to undertake rigorous, in-depth analysis of current bioethical issues.
Teaching approach
Active learning
Assessment summary
Within semester assessment: 100%
Assessment
Participation
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Essay
Scheduled and non-scheduled teaching activities
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Availability in areas of study
Bioethics