Entry requirements

Admitted to the Master Programme in Molecular Biotechnology

Learning outcomes

After the course, the student should be able to

• analyse and address scientific questions in molecular biology and biotechnology
• demonstrate an insight in current research and understand and evaluate techniques used in scientific articles
• implement standard techniques used in molecular and cell biology
• explain the basic principle of "Good Laboratory Practice"
• communicate efficiently in a team, prepare and give a scientific presentation
• organise work according to an agreed time plan.

In the course, an introduction to Master's studies is included. After passing this module, the student should be able to

• demonstrate awareness of ethical aspects of research and development, including questions of plagiarism
• demonstrate insight into the potential and limitations of biotechnology and its role in society
• make an individual study plan.

Content

Advanced knowledge of DNA and chromosomes. Replication, transcription and translation. Recombination and repair of DNA. Regulation of gene expression. Similarities and differences of these systems in prokaryotes and eukaryotes. Protein structure and function. Protein folding and degradation. Alzheimer's and prion diseases. The components of the cell. Protein sorting and intracellular transport. Application to molecular biology research and Good Laboratory Practice (GLP). Ethical aspects within education and research. The role of biotechnology in the society.

Instruction

The teaching will be given in the form of lectures, seminars, laboratory sessions, and project work.

Assessment

The following requirements apply to pass the modules:

For the theory module (5 credits) passing a written examination and active participation in seminars are required.

For the research affiliation module (6 credits) passing a written examination as well as completed lab reports and active participation in seminars are required.

For passing the group project module (2 credits) oral seminar presentation in group is required.

For the introduction to the Master's studies (2 credits) active participation in seminars, written report and study planning will be required.

Other regulations

The course has students from various backgrounds, and teaching will partially be given with individual approach.