Practical Techniques in Cancer Cell Biol (802C2)
Practical Techniques in Cancer Cell Biology
Module 802C2
Module details for 2025/26.
30 credits
FHEQ Level 7 (Masters)
Module Outline
This module will give you hands-on exposure to a number of basic molecular techniques, with specific relevance to the investigation of some of the molecular characteristics of cancer cells.
One important aim of this module is to prepare you to better undertake the Life Sciences Master of Science Research Project later in the course.
By the end of the module you should have practical and conceptual understanding of some of the basic molecular techniques using in cancer cell and molecular biology, and you should be able to produce effective and professional labortory reports and protocols.
Module learning outcomes
Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the techniques used in modern molecular cell biology and of how they can be applied to solve biological problems and to address biological questions.
Be able to critically evaluate and to source protocols to address biological problems.
Make sound judgments on the appropriateness of using data sets to generate conclusions.
Be able to present and clearly communicate research questions and findings, in a variety of formats and for different audiences, to standard expected of a junior research scientist.
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Coursework | 100.00% | |
| Coursework components. Weighted as shown below. | ||
| Presentation | T1 Week 7 | 35.00% |
| Report | T1 Week 11 | 35.00% |
| Software Exercise | T1 Week 10 | 30.00% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
| Term | Method | Duration | Week pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autumn Semester | Laboratory | 4 hours | 01111111100 |
| Autumn Semester | Seminar | 1 hour | 10100000000 |
How to read the week pattern
The numbers indicate the weeks of the term and how many events take place each week.
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