UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH
School of Biological Sciences
MSc in QUANTITATIVE GENETICS AND GENOME ANALYSIS
http://www.gradlife.ed.ac.uk/msc_quan/msc_quan.htm
This is a full-time course (12 months M.Sc./ 9 months Diploma)
which provides a solid foundation in population and quantitative
genetics together with experience in relevant statistical
methodologies. There is a growing need for individuals with these
combined strengths to apply quantitative genetics theory to
practical problems in both the biomedical and agricultural
industries; and to undertake research on current problems in
population genetics, genome analysis, and analysis of complex
traits. The course is also an excellent platform for doctoral studies.
The course is centred on the Institute of Cell, Animal and
Population Biology (ICAPB http://www.icapb.ed.ac.uk/), with
substantial input of teaching and research facilities provided by the
Roslin Institute, Scottish Agricultural College, the Medical Genetics
Section of the Department of Medical Sciences, and the MRC
Human Genetics Unit. These are all internationally recognised
centres for research in quantitative genomics and research training
is an integral part of the course.
********STUDENTSHIPS AVAILABLE********
A number of full studentships (University tuition fees + stipend) are
available for UK applicants and other EU nationals can apply for the
fees-only element. See http://www.nerc.ac.uk for details.
Studentships will be awarded on a competitive basis.
We welcome applications from able graduates in either
1. Biosciences, Genetics, Agricultural Sciences, Medicine or
Veterinary Medicine who have an interest in, and aptitude for
quantitative biology, or
2. Mathematics or Statistics who wish to apply theory to genetic
issues.
Closing date for applications 30 April 2003.
The application form can be downloaded from the Postgraduate
Office web pages at http://www.postgrad.ed.ac.uk
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All enquiries to the Course Administrator:
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