Functional Genomics Theory 7.5 credits
About the course
The course provides technical insight and understanding of methods utilised to perform functional genomics studies. The concept of functional genomics is introduced and a key component of the course is developing an understanding of how the methods introduced can be combined in studies aiming to identify the function of genes and how a genome functions. Topics covered include methods to sequence genome, assay gene, metabolite and protein abundance and to profile epigenetic modifications. Concepts in data quality control and statistical analysis are introduced. Integrative approaches to understanding gene function and associating genes or genomic polymorphisms to phenotypes are explained, including systems genetics and co-expression network analyses. The course includes details of methods for validation studies in addition to considering potential ethical implications of the knowledge obtained from functional genomics studies.
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Spring 2026
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Functional Genomics Theory
Spring 2026 / Umeå / English / On site
Application opens 15 September 2025Show more Show less
Starts24 March 2026
Ends3 May 2026
Number of credits7.5 credits
Type of studiesOn site
Study pace100%
Teaching hoursDaytime
Study locationUmeå
LanguageEnglish
Application codeUMU-50904
Eligibility 90 ECTS credits including courses in genetics 15 ECTS credits, molecular genetics 15 ECTS credits, as well as immunology or plant cell and molecular biology 15 ECTS credits. Swedish for basic eligibility for higher education programmes and English B/6. Requirements for Swedish only apply if the course is held in Swedish.SelectionAcademic credits
ApplicationThe online application opens 15 September 2025 at 09:00 CET. Application deadline is 15 October 2025.
Application and tuition feesAs a citizen of a country outside the European Union (EU), the European Economic Area (EEA) or Switzerland, you are required to pay application and tuition fees for studies at Umeå University.
Application fee: SEK 900
Tuition fee, first instalment: SEK 19,038
Total fee: SEK 19,038
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