Module overview
This module provides a detailed and up-to-date study of a small number of topics in modern cell biology
Linked modules
Pre-Requisite: BIOL2056
Aims and Objectives
Learning Outcomes
Learning Outcomes
Having successfully completed this module you will be able to:
- Describe or explain the underlying cell and developmental biology of other selected topics covered in the module with focus on current research.
- Describe the mechanisms regulating vascular development
- Describe the structure and function of centromeres and kinetochores
- Describe the organisation and function of the extracellular matrix (ECM), including cellular interactions with the ECM and key molecules involved.
- Describe how cellular degradation pathways such as autophagy function and their relationship to disease
- Explain the structure and function of mitotic spindle
- Describe how eukaryotic genome is organised in interphase nuclei and in mitotic chromosomes
- Explain key factors in stem cell biology
- Explain how specific components of the cytoplasmic cytoskeleton are structured and function.
- Explain how chromatin is structured and regulated
Syllabus
The module provides an advanced level module that will give students insight into selected topics in cell and developmental biology. These topics cover the structure and function of eukaryotic genome, chromosomes, the cytoskeleton, the organisation and function of the extracellular matrix, the mitotic spindle, stem cells, cellular degradation mechanisms, and vascular development.
Learning and Teaching
Teaching and learning methods
Lectures, exercises, independent learning
Type | Hours |
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Independent Study | 130 |
Lecture | 20 |
Total study time | 150 |
Assessment
Summative
This is how we’ll formally assess what you have learned in this module.
Method | Percentage contribution |
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Written assessment | 100% |
Referral
This is how we’ll assess you if you don’t meet the criteria to pass this module.
Method | Percentage contribution |
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Written assessment | 100% |
Repeat Information
Repeat type: Internal & External