Genetics: Evolution and Gene Expression

Module code: NS4003

• Origin of Life
• Genetic diversity and evolution
• Gene duplication, phylogeny and capacitance in evolution
• Evolutionary pressures that gave rise to modern humans
• Homeobox genes
• Control and ,molecular mechanisms of gene expression in mammals
• Perturbation of gene expression in disease
• Mass extinction events and evolution of new biota

Learning

• 47 hours of lectures
• 16 hours of seminars
• 7 hours of tutorials
• 15 hours of practical classes and workshops
• 3 hours of supervised time in lab/studio/workshop
• 212 hours of guided independent study

Assessment

• Exam, 2.5 hours (30%)
• Exam, 3 hours (30%)
• Coursework (20%)
• Poster synopsis and critical review (10%)
• Debate content and performance (10%)