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Only one application needs to be completed for all courses desired during the quarter.
Deadline:
09/01/2026
Format:
In-person
Term Offered:
Winter
Overview
This course introduces the concepts, principles, and use of molecular and genetic methods in epidemiologic and clinical research.
Course Details
The objectives for this course are for participants to:
- Common molecular and genetic measures
- Linkage and association approaches to searching for disease-causing genes, and their interaction with environmental factors
- Pharmacogenomics
- Ethics in genetics-based research.
- Develop a framework for interpreting, assessing, and incorporating molecular and genetic measures in their area of research.
Designing Clinical Research (EPI 202). Exceptions to this prerequisite may be made with the consent of the Course Director, space permitting.
Course content will be delivered through weekly interactive lectures once a week.
All course materials and handouts will be posted on the course's online syllabus.
Selected readings will be distributed for class.
Grades will reflect scores on:
- Homeworks (60% total);
- Class participation (10%); and
- Final project (30%).
Students not in full-year DEB Education Programs who satisfactorily pass all course requirements will, upon request, receive a Certificate of Course Completion.
Only UCSF students (defined as individuals enrolled in UCSF degree or certificate programs) will receive academic credit for courses. Official transcripts are available to UCSF students only. A Certificate of Course Completion will be available upon request to individuals who are not UCSF students and satisfactorily pass all course requirements.
For UC-Affiliated learners, the course fee is $2,100
For Non-UC-Affiliated learners, the course fee is $2,500
UC-Affiliation: Concurrent enrollment in a University of California-sponsored residency or post-doctoral fellowship program that is recognized by the Office of Graduate Medical Education; or a registered student in one of the professional schools or graduate programs at the University of California (in a program other than the TICR program); or individuals who hold full-time salaried University of California faculty, academic or staff positions. Please note: Individuals will be asked to provide proof of UC status.
The objectives for this course are for participants to:
- Common molecular and genetic measures
- Linkage and association approaches to searching for disease-causing genes, and their interaction with environmental factors
- Pharmacogenomics
- Ethics in genetics-based research.
- Develop a framework for interpreting, assessing, and incorporating molecular and genetic measures in their area of research.
Designing Clinical Research (EPI 202). Exceptions to this prerequisite may be made with the consent of the Course Director, space permitting.
Course content will be delivered through weekly interactive lectures once a week.
All course materials and handouts will be posted on the course's online syllabus.
Selected readings will be distributed for class.
Grades will reflect scores on:
- Homeworks (60% total);
- Class participation (10%); and
- Final project (30%).
Students not in full-year DEB Education Programs who satisfactorily pass all course requirements will, upon request, receive a Certificate of Course Completion.
Only UCSF students (defined as individuals enrolled in UCSF degree or certificate programs) will receive academic credit for courses. Official transcripts are available to UCSF students only. A Certificate of Course Completion will be available upon request to individuals who are not UCSF students and satisfactorily pass all course requirements.
For UC-Affiliated learners, the course fee is $2,100
For Non-UC-Affiliated learners, the course fee is $2,500
UC-Affiliation: Concurrent enrollment in a University of California-sponsored residency or post-doctoral fellowship program that is recognized by the Office of Graduate Medical Education; or a registered student in one of the professional schools or graduate programs at the University of California (in a program other than the TICR program); or individuals who hold full-time salaried University of California faculty, academic or staff positions. Please note: Individuals will be asked to provide proof of UC status.
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How to Enroll
Whether you're exploring the field, enhancing your skills, or working toward a larger academic goal, most individual courses are open to everyone. Current learners enrolled in DEB Education programs have priority in enrollment for this course. Any extra spaces are available to non-DEB Education learners (i.e., those from the Institute for Global Health Sciences, School of Nursing, external groups, etc).
You’ll find details on course fees, how to apply and pay, and the full course schedule on the Course Enrollment & Payment page. Be sure you understand the enrollment policies and payment process before completing the enrollment form.
And remember: you only need to submit one form for all the new courses you want to take.