Molecular Biology and Genetics

Education facts

Code: BI302G

The course provides a basic understanding of molecular biology and genetics, as well as methods used in these areas. The course highlights areas including, information storage in the cell, regulation of gene expression and the role gene regulation has for the development and adaptability of the organisms. Processes such as DNA replication, transcription, translation, protein synthesis, mutations, DNA repair and gene regulation are also presented. During the course, the relationship between molecular biology and classical genetics are highlighted. In addition, the basics of laboratory work are given.

Entry requirements

General entry requirements + Biology 2, Physics 1a or 1b1+1b2, Chemistry 2 and Mathematics 3b or Mathematics 3c or Mathematics C. Or: Biology level 2, Physics level 1b or level 1a1+1a2, Chemistry level 2, Mathematics Further level 1b or level 1c

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.

• Molecular Biology and Genetics

  Örebro University

  Örebro

  Start date: 18 January 2027

  End date: 21 February 2027

  Pace of study: 100 %