General provisions

This course is given within the Master's programme in precision medicine (MPM2M).

Entry requirements

180 credits, from an internationally recognised university. The degree must be in biochemistry/chemistry, biology, biomedicine/medicine, biotechnology, bioinformatics, cell-/molecular biology, genetics, life science, medical sciences, pharmacy, or a similar field of study. Also required are courses in human genetics, cell biology and molecular biology totaling 30 credits including knowledge corresponding to Medical genetics and cancer - molecular mechanisms (3MG022 or 3MG030).

Learning outcomes

Knowledge and understanding

On completing the course, the student shall demonstrate the ability to:

• Demonstrate a profound theoretical understanding of the chosen subject in the field of precision medicine.
• Understand and describe current theories, methods, and techniques in the research field, including their execution and practical applications.
• Plan, execute, document, and present a research project.

Competence and skills

On completing the course, the student shall demonstrate the ability to:

• Compile, critically analyze, and assess relevant scientific literature within the chosen research field.
• Compile results from self-generated data analyses into a written report that adheres to language and formatting guidelines.
• Formulate personal conclusions derived from the results of data analyses.
• Present and discuss the results of self-generated data analyses and conclusions orally and in a written report.

Judgement and approach

On completing the course, the student shall demonstrate the ability to:

• Independently assess, interpret, and critically analyze the results of self-generated data analyses in relation to the research field.
• Discuss current research in the field and how the new knowledge may be applied in healthcare.
• Apply an ethical and scientific approach.

Content

An independent research project in a relevant area is conducted individually under the guidance of a supervisor at a research institution, authority, or company. The project aims to deepen and broaden the student's theoretical and methodological knowledge, as well as their understanding of scientific research. The work includes literature searches, project planning, practical execution, critical analysis of relevant scientific literature, and the presentation of one's own findings, both orally and in writing. The student is also expected to participate in relevant seminars and other regular activities within the research group.

Instruction

The instruction is provided in English in the form of independent work with individual supervision.

Assessment

Modes of assessment

Written and oral presentation of the project work.

Exceptions to modes of assessment

If there are special reasons for doing so, an examiner may make an exception from the method of assessment indicated and allow a student to be assessed by another method. An example of special reasons might be a certificate regarding special pedagogical support from the University's disability coordinator.

Requirements for a passing grade.

To obtain a passing grade, a written and oral presentation of the project work must be approved by the supervisor and examiner. 

Other regulations

The course can be conducted as part-time studies and with variable start during the academic year in agreement with the supervisor.

This course is given within the Master's programme in Precision Medicine.