遗传作图技术的革命和全基因组序列的出现使定量遗传学成为生物学发展最快的领域之一。该理科硕士来自国际著名的进化生物学研究所，该研究所借鉴了那里的丰富专业知识，以及苏格兰乡村学院，大学分子医学中心，大学的教学，研究专业知识和设施。医学研究理事会人类遗传学部门和罗斯林研究所（绵羊多莉的出生地）。每年对课程提纲进行微调，以适应当前的进化论，植物，人类和动物遗传学问题。该计划属于定量遗传学和基因组分析计划套件的一部分，该套件提供专业路线，其中还包括动物育种与遗传学和人类复杂性状遗传学。
Our programme offers a small course experience taught by active members of the quantitative genetic research community.<br><br>We are based in the Institute of Ecology and Evolution, part of the School of Biological Sciences, and for this programme we bring together expertise from across the University and SRUC.<br><br>This programme emphasizes the conceptual underpinnings of the field, with rigorous training in statistical genetics and exposure to other applications of quantitative genetics.<br><br>You will study alongside students with a broad spectrum of interests using quantitative genetic tools, including animal breeding and genetics and human genetics. Likewise, the staff involved in teaching will come from different disciplines.<br><br>The University has an international reputation as a leader in quantitative genetics.<br><br>Learning outcomes<br>As a result of studying on the Evolutionary Genetics Programme you will:<br><br>acquire an understanding of the general concepts in population and quantitative genetics and genomics and a solid grounding in the statistical methods required<br>obtain an in-depth knowledge of their application in evolutionary biology and complex trait analysis<br>develop research skills<br>be given the opportunity to develop oral presentation skills through student seminars and scientific presentations and scientific writing skills, through essays and report writing<br>gain expertise in generic skills including computing and IT, communication of ideas and the ability to work both independently and in collaboration.