Biology: Molecular Microbiology

Education facts

Code: BIOR63

<p>BIOR63</p><p>Bacteria make up the foundation of the biosphere and sustain all life on earth. This course provides insights into how genes are organised and regulated in bacteria and in their viruses. The course comprises molecular biology of genes, proteins, multicomponent protein complexes, and other biomolecules that provide structure and perform the organism’s functions. The use of genetic engineering and modern techniques such as transcriptomics, proteomics and sequence analysis are included in the course. The experimental part focus on the most studied bacteria, Bacillus subtilis, Escherichia coli and Streptomyces coelicolor. On completion of the course, the student shall have acquired the intellectual ability and practical skills to work productively in a commercial setting, institute, or university laboratory on different aspects concerning the molecular genetics of bacteria.</p>

Entry requirements

For admission to the course, 105 credits of scientific studies including knowledge corresponding to BIOA10 Cell and Microbiology 15 credits, BIOA11 Genetics and Evolution 15 credits, BIOR18 Microbiology 15 credits and chemistry 30 credits, are required. English 6/B

Education offerings

Each offering has its own dates and conditions. Closed offerings are retained as history and do not mean that a new application is open.

• Biology: Molecular Microbiology

  Lund University

  Start date: 2 November 2026

  End date: 17 January 2027

  Pace of study: 100 %