Gene Therapy
Gene therapy is one of the youngest and most innovative fields in modern medicine, offering a novel approach to treating a range of diseases. This course serves as an excellent introduction to the history of gene therapy, the various methods of gene transfer, both viral and non-viral, and the successful applications that have made their way into clinical practice. It also addresses the technical and ethical challenges associated with this rapidly evolving discipline.
£310.00
Starts 9th September 2026
Gene Therapy
Gene therapy is one of the youngest and most innovative fields in modern medicine, offering a novel approach to treating a range of diseases. This course serves as an excellent introduction to the history of gene therapy, the various methods of gene transfer, both viral and non-viral, and the successful applications that have made their way into clinical practice. It also addresses the technical and ethical challenges associated with this rapidly evolving discipline.
£310.00
Starts 9th September 2026
About This Course
- 9 Modules
- 15 Hours
- Level: Intermediate
- Language: English
- Course Type: Self-paced
- CPD Accredited Certificate
- Online Learning
Who Is This Course For
This course is designed for individuals with a background in life sciences or medicine who are interested in exploring the emerging and challenging field of gene therapy. Whether you’re considering postgraduate studies in gene therapy or looking to gain a solid understanding of the field before pursuing a career in the biotech industry, this course is the ideal starting point.
What you'll learn
- Understand the fundamental principles and concepts behind gene therapy.
- Learn about the various tools and techniques used in gene therapy.
- Gain insight into the diseases treatable by gene therapy and explore notable success stories.
- Understand the legal, economic, and ethical considerations surrounding gene therapy.
- Explore the current state of germline modification, its technical challenges, and ethical dilemmas.
Course Content
Meet Your Instructor
Dr. Veronica Hughes
Veronica Hughes received her Ph.D. in medical science from the University of Florida. Her primary interest was cancer metastasis, dysregulation of the tumour microenvironment, and analysis of clinical trial design. Additionally, she engaged in the development of novel small animal models.
Our Partners
We are proud to partner with the leading In2scienceUK as a step towards achieving our mission of imparting quality education and knowledge across the globe.
How This Course Supports Your Career Development
Biotechnology is one of the fastest-evolving industries in the world, creating demand for professionals with knowledge of emerging fields such as genomics, gene therapy, bioinformatics, artificial intelligence and precision medicine.
Our learners include students, graduates, researchers and professionals from leading universities, pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology organisations and research institutions across the UK and internationally.
Upon successful completion, learners receive a CPD-accredited certificate and earn recognised CPD hours that can be included on CVs, LinkedIn profiles, professional portfolios and CPD records.
By completing this course, you will strengthen your scientific knowledge, earn valuable CPD hours and demonstrate a commitment to continuous professional development within the life sciences sector.
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