Content, progress and pedagogy of the
module
The goal of this module is to introduce students to modern
methods used in biomedicine to investigate and diagnose disease
processes, with a focus on methods used to study the diseases at
molecular and cellular levels.
Learning objectives
Knowledge
- Recall the terminology, concepts, and theories in molecular and
cellular biology associated to the methods discussed in the module,
both under normal conditions and in disease.
- Identify and classify the different approaches for the study
and diagnosis of disease processes, recognizing the advantages and
limitations of each of these approaches
- Demonstrate understanding of the theory and principles behind
the different molecular and cellular methods
- Identify the current perspectives and challenges in cell and
molecular-based assays used in biomedicine
Skills
- Investigate and critically assess the relevant scientific
literature
- Apply the theory to design experimental protocols, identifying
the appropriate sources of materials and interpreting the
corresponding technical specifications
- Select the appropriate methods in the context of a cell or
molecular biological research problem
- Use basic routines to collect data from measurement
instruments
- Use bioinformatic tools and databases to obtain and analyse
relevant molecular biology data
- Qualitatively and quantitatively analyse experimental data and
apply cell and molecular biology knowledge to interpret the
results
Competences
- Critically assess, organize and present scientific information,
both orally and in writing
- Integrate the obtained knowledge and skills within new areas to
design, plan and conduct advanced tasks and projects
- Select the appropriate methods and approaches to aid the
screening, diagnosis, and monitoring of diseases in their
professional practice
Type of instruction
- Lectures and exercises. The last session of the module will
consist of oral group presentations of a final assignment by the
students.
Exam
Exams
Name of exam | Molecular and Cellular Methods in Biomedicine |
Type of exam | Written exam
Continuous evaluation of exercises and delivery of the final
assignment |
ECTS | 5 |
Assessment | Passed/Not Passed |
Type of grading | Internal examination |
Criteria of assessment | The criteria of assessment are stated in the Examination
Policies and Procedures |
Additional information
Please contact
the
programme student counsellors if you consider applying to
the education and you have questions.
Please consult the Moodle page for your semester and contact the
semester coordinator if you have academic questions, or the study
secretary if you have administrative questions.
All other enquiries may be directed to
Helene
Nørgaard, secretary of the Study Board.