BIOL3001 Current Topics in Cell Biology
Module Overview
This module provides a detailed and up-to-date study of a small number of topics in modern cell biology
Aims and Objectives
Module Aims
The aim of this module is to provide a detailed and up-to-date study of a small number of topics in modern cell biology
Learning Outcomes
Learning Outcomes
Having successfully completed this module you will be able to:
- Explain how chromatin is structured and regulated
- Describe or explain the cell biology of other selected topics covered in the module
- Describe how eukaryotic genome is organised in interphase nuclei and in mitotic chromosomes
- Explain how specific components of the cytoplasmic cytoskeleton are structured and function.
- Describe the organisation and function of the extracellular matrix (ECM), including cellular interactions with the ECM and key molecules involved.
- Explain key factors in stem cell biology
- Describe the structure and function of centromeres and kinetochores
- Explain the structure and function of mitotic spindle
- Describe the cell biology of the vascular system
- Describe how cellular degradation pathways such as autophagy function and their relationship to disease
Syllabus
The module provides an advanced level module that will give students insight into selected topics in cell 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 cell biology.
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
Method | Percentage contribution |
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Coursework | 20% |
Written exam (2 hours) | 80% |
Referral
Method | Percentage contribution |
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Coursework | 20% |
Written exam (2 hours) | 80% |
Repeat Information
Repeat type: Internal & External
Linked modules
BIOL2002 or BIOL2010