Brief Introduction
Discover how genetics is revolutionising the detection and treatment of cancer, with this free online course.Course Summary
Explore the genomic revolution and learn how to apply the latest genomic technologies to diagnose, treat, and prevent cancer. This course will help you understand the current state of cancer research, the genetic basis of cancer, and how genomics is being used to improve cancer care.Key Learning Points
- Understand the genetic basis of cancer and how genomics is being used to improve cancer care
- Learn about the latest genomic technologies used in cancer diagnosis, treatment, and prevention
- Explore the ethical, legal, and social implications of genomics in cancer research
Related Topics for further study
Learning Outcomes
- Understand the genetic basis of cancer and how genomics is being used to improve cancer care
- Apply the latest genomic technologies to diagnose, treat, and prevent cancer
- Evaluate the ethical, legal, and social implications of genomics in cancer research
Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course
- Basic knowledge of biology and genetics
- Access to a computer and internet connection
Course Difficulty Level
IntermediateCourse Format
- Online
- Self-paced
- Video lectures
- Interactive quizzes
Similar Courses
- Introduction to Cancer Biology
- Cancer Immunotherapy
- Cancer Prevention: Strategies for Cancer Prevention
Related Education Paths
- Advanced Genomics and Precision Medicine Certificate Program
- Cancer Biology and Therapeutics Certificate Program
- Genomic Data Science Specialization
Notable People in This Field
- Oncologist and Author
- Cardiologist and Digital Medicine Researcher
Related Books
Requirements
- A background in biology may be helpful, but isn’t absolutely necessary as the course will build your knowledge week-on-week. Students who are interested in applying for the Cancer Sciences or Medical Genetics MSc programmes at the University of Glasgow are also encouraged to enrol on this course. FutureLearners who have completed the University of Bath’s “ ” course will find that this course builds upon their previous knowledge.
Knowledge
- What topics will you cover?This course examined three key questions about cancer diagnosis and treatment: Where have we come from? Where are we now? And where are we going? It looked at the biological basis of cancer, influences on causation, how it is detected and treated, and the development of new treatment strategies.Learners gained insights into patients’ experiences, discussed key issues relating to this topic and also had the chance to undertake their own internet-based investigation into one of the developing areas of Epigenetics.
Summary of User Reviews
Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course
The course content is up to date and informativePros from User Reviews
- Engaging and well-structured course materials
- Expert instructors who share their knowledge in an engaging way
- Interactive online community that provides support and fosters learning
Cons from User Reviews
- Limited practical exercises
- Some technical issues reported with the platform
- Not suitable for learners without a basic understanding of genetics
Cancer in the 21st Century: the Genomic Revolution
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Discover how genetics is revolutionising the detection and treatment of cancer, with this free online course. What topics will you cover? Where are we now?...
Genomics: Decoding the Universal Language of Life
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What is a genome? Genomes contain an organism’s complete set of genes, and also the even tinier genetic structures that help regulate when and how those genes are used....
