Content, progress and pedagogy of the module

Learning objectives

Knowledge

• Describe 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 the key technologies and methods used in a biomedical laboratory and recognise their advantages and limitations
• Understand the principles behind the different methods and the type of data generated
• Identify the current challenges and perspectives in cell and molecular-based assays

Skills

• Investigate and critically assess the methodological aspects from scientific literature
• Devise experimental workflows that incorporate the relevant controls, following quality control guidelines when appropriate
• Analyse experimental data qualitatively and quantitatively and interpret the results

Competences

• Apply the theory to design experimental protocols and identify the appropriate sources of materials
• Select the most appropriate methods to answer a biomedical and/or translational research question
• Integrate the obtained knowledge and skills within new areas to design and plan advanced tasks and projects

Type of instruction

• Teaching varies between lectures, workshops, (group) exercises and individual study

Exam

Prerequisite for enrollment for the exam

• Module assignment must be approved in order for the students to attend the exam

Exams

Additional information

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.