The course consists of three modules: Module 1. Theory, 8 ECTS. The module addresses molecular processes which control growth, structure and function of prokaryotic and eukaryotic organisms. It focusses on the flow of genetic information according to the Central dogma, in particular regulation of transcription, translation, and DNA replication. Basic prokaryotic genetics, including transfer of genetic material, bacterial physiology including resistance mechanisms for antibiotics are also covered.
Module 2. Laborations 5 ECTS. The module offers training in microbiological and molecular biology work methodology.
Module 3. Practical Professional Training professionell (PPT) - Oral presentation, 2 ECTS. The module offers training in finding, reading, discussing and presenting scientific original literature in Microbiology and Molecular Biology.
Microbiology and Basic Molecular Biology, 15 credits
Autumn Term 2025
The information below is only for exchange students
Starts
1 September 2025
Ends
2 November 2025
Study location
Umeå
Language
English
Type of studies
Daytime,
100%
Required Knowledge
20 ECTS in Chemistry, including at least 5 ECTS in Biochemistry, or alternatively, 20 ECTS from a combination of courses in Chemistry and Physics and/or Mathematics, including at least 5 ECTS in Biochemistry.
Selection
Students applying for courses within a double degree exchange agreement, within the departments own agreements will be given first priority. Then will - in turn - candidates within the departments own agreements, faculty agreements, central exchange agreements and other departmental agreements be selected.
Application code
UMU-A3363
Application
This application round is only intended for nominated exchange students. Information about deadlines can be found in the e-mail instruction that nominated students receive.
Notification of admission will be sent in end of May.
