MABIO4110 Molecular Cell Biology Course description

The course forms a broad theoretical basis in biomedical subjects and comprises cellular communication, gene regulation and control of cell growth. It focuses on differences between normal conditions and various pathological conditions.

Students must have been admitted to the Master’s Programme in Health and Technology - Specialisation in Biomedicine. The course is also offered as an individual course, with the same admission requirements as for the specialisation.

After completing the course, the student should have the following learning outcomes defined in terms of knowledge, skills and general competence:

Knowledge

The student

• can explain cell proliferation and discuss different forms of cell death and carcinogenesis
• can account for cellular communication and biochemical signal transmission and explain how these processes are important to regulate cell division and cell death
• can describe different models of membrane transport in cells and discuss common features and differences between the models
• can explain how different types of cytoskeletons are built up and function, and discuss the regulatory roles of auxiliary proteins
• can explain gene regulation in detail and account for different epigenetic and post-translational modifications
• can describe molecular mechanisms for selected metabolic and endocrine diseases and cardiovascular and neurological disorders
• can account for different types of stem cells and discuss their potential application

Skills

The student

• can use cell biology to explain both normal cellular processes and selected pathological conditions and assess possible intervention strategies
• can reflect on ethical issues linked to research in molecular cell biology

General competence

The student

• can analyse, critically assess, summarise and disseminate scholarly articles in the field of molecular cell biology
• can explain selected diseases at a molecular level and in a global epidemiological perspective
• can update their knowledge in the field of molecular cell biology

Work and teaching methods include lectures, digital resources, seminars with oral student presentations and discussions, group work and self-study.

The following must have been approved in order for the student to take the exam:

• presentation of a research article, individually or in groups of 3-6 students

Supervised individual written exam, 4 hours.

The paper can be written in English or a Scandinavian language.

The Child Welfare Service is expected to adapt to societal changes that will continuously impact the service's care for children, youth, and their families. The subject focuses on how the Child Welfare Service can work with professional development and innovation. This includes the development of measures, methods, and working practices to strengthen the service internally and in collaboration with other stakeholders. Understanding problems and choosing measures will be discussed in relation to changes and strengthening of child welfare work. Emphasis is placed on decision theory. The relationship between the exercise of discretion and standardisation is included in the subject's treatment of measure development. The subject also covers organisation, leadership, and guidance competence.

The course will be held in Norwegian.

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After completing the course, the student should have the following overall learning outcomes defined in terms of knowledge, skills and general competence: 

Knowledge

The student has

• in-depth knowledge of the relationship between problem understanding and the development of measures
• in-depth knowledge of leading professional development and guidance, including factors that influence these development processes
• in-depth knowledge of innovation and knowledge development
• in-depth knowledge of ethical considerations related to innovation and professional development

Skills

The student can

• critically analyse standardised assessment tools and practices
• involve children, young people and families in development and innovation projects, and reflect on the ethical aspects of user involvement in such processes
• lead and guide professional development at an individual level and at service levels

General Competence

The student can

• contribute to new thinking and innovation processes
• apply their knowledge and skills to implement research and experience-based knowledge as part of the development and quality improvement of services and measures
• compile knowledge about methods and measures in relation to the need for changes in service and professional practice

The following coursework requirements must have been approved in order for the student to take the exam:

• Coursework 1: an individual written assignment with a scope of 4-5 pages.

The purpose of the coursework requirement is to develop the students’ academic writing skills and their ability to express themselves clearly and accurately in writing.

The required coursework must be completed and approved by the stipulated deadline in order for the student to take the exam. If the coursework is not approved, the student will be given the opportunity to submit an improved version once by a given deadline.