Overview
This paper introduces current ground-breaking topics in molecular genetics and biochemistry that will have wide applications in contemporary molecular biosciences.
About this paper
| Paper title | Molecular Biology |
|---|---|
| Subject | Biochemistry |
| EFTS | 0.1667 |
| Points | 20 points |
| Teaching period | Semester 1 (On campus) |
| Domestic Tuition Fees ( NZD ) | $1,448.79 |
| International Tuition Fees | Tuition Fees for international students are elsewhere on this website. |
- Eligibility
- A firm foundation in molecular biology is required for this paper but students from any area of molecular biosciences can take this paper subject to approval from the Course Co-ordinator.
Enrolments for this paper require departmental permission. View more information about departmental permission. - Contact
- biochem400.admin@otago.ac.nz
- Teaching staff
- Textbooks
- There is no specific textbook for this paper. Examples are drawn from current research literature.
- Graduate Attributes Emphasised
- Interdisciplinary perspective, Lifelong learning, Scholarship, Communication, Critical thinking, Information literacy, Research, Self-motivation, Teamwork.
View more information about Otago's graduate attributes. - Learning Outcomes
- Articulate a broad understanding of contemporary biochemistry and related scientific fields
- Appropriately communicate scientific concepts to both specialist and general audiences
- Evaluate the philosophical and ethical aspects of activities as a scientist
- Identify and critically evaluate relevant information
Timetable
Overview
This paper introduces current ground-breaking topics in molecular genetics and biochemistry that will have wide applications in contemporary molecular biosciences.
About this paper
| Paper title | Molecular Biology |
|---|---|
| Subject | Biochemistry |
| EFTS | 0.1667 |
| Points | 20 points |
| Teaching period | Semester 1 (On campus) |
| Domestic Tuition Fees | Tuition Fees for 2025 have not yet been set |
| International Tuition Fees | Tuition Fees for international students are elsewhere on this website. |
- Eligibility
- A firm foundation in molecular biology is required for this paper but students from any area of molecular biosciences can take this paper subject to approval from the Course Co-ordinator.
Enrolments for this paper require departmental permission. View more information about departmental permission. - Contact
- biochem400.admin@otago.ac.nz
- Teaching staff
- Paper Structure
BIOC 462 comprises three modules addressing diverse topics in the general area of molecular biology. Modules typically run over three consecutive weeks with students expected to actively participate in all classes.
- Textbooks
- There is no specific textbook for this paper. Examples are drawn from current research literature.
- Graduate Attributes Emphasised
- Interdisciplinary perspective, Lifelong learning, Scholarship, Communication, Critical thinking, Information literacy, Research, Self-motivation, Teamwork.
View more information about Otago's graduate attributes. - Learning Outcomes
- Articulate a broad understanding of contemporary biochemistry and related scientific fields
- Appropriately communicate scientific concepts to both specialist and general audiences
- Evaluate the philosophical and ethical aspects of activities as a scientist
- Identify and critically evaluate relevant information
- Assessment details
33% Internal assessments
67% Final examination