Faculty of Biology and Psychology

Key competencemodule "Human genetics" (6 C, 4 SWS) [M.Bio.348]

Learning outcome: Profound knowledge of specific human genetic aspects and principles of research in human genetics. Understanding of the methods for identification, analysis and manipulation of genes and gene functions. Basic insights into the structure and function of the human genome.

Core skills: Critical analysis of results from scientific publications. Scientific presentation and discussion of data.


Courses and examinations
1. Lecture: "Human Genetics" (2 SWS)
2. Seminars: "Tumor genetics"and "Modern Human Genetics" (2x1 SWS)


Prerequisite for examination:

  • regular attendance

    • Examinations:
  • 2 seminar presentations (45 min)
  • written examination (60 minutes)


    • Selection options
    elective-compulsory

    Admission requirements
    Can´t be combined with key competence module M.Bio.369.

    Number of repeat examinations permitted
    Twice

    Module applicable in the following degree programmes
    MA Developmental, Neural, and Behavioral Biology

    Course frequency: Academic Term
    Each winter-semester

    Duration
    One semester

    Language
    English

    Maximum number of students
    12

    Workload: 180 h (56/124 h, Attendance time/Self-study time)

    Person responsible for module
    PD Uhmann