Course summary

This programme focuses on the application of quantitative genetics to understanding the genetics of complex traits in humans, emphasising the conceptual underpinnings of the field. It also offers rigorous training in statistical genetics and exposure to other applications of quantitative genetics. We will provide you with the theory and knowledge of analytical tools so that you can tackle a wide range of problems. If you are interested in using genomic data to understand the genetic underpinnings of complex traits and disease in humans, this degree could be for you. The programme offers a small cohort experience taught by active members of the quantitative genetics/genomics research community from across the University of Edinburgh and Scotland’s Rural College (SRUC). You will study alongside students with a broad spectrum of interests using quantitative genetic tools, including animal genetics and evolutionary biology. Likewise, the staff involved in teaching will come from different disciplines.