Animal Biotechnology
| Code | School | Level | Credits | Semesters |
| BIOS4122 | Biosciences | 4 | 20 | Spring UK |
- Code
- BIOS4122
- School
- Biosciences
- Level
- 4
- Credits
- 20
- Semesters
- Spring UK
Summary
This module will cover the current state of animal biotechnology and explore in depth a variety of its applications. Topics include the molecular tools used in animal biotechnology such as gene transfer and gene editing technologies, in addition to principal growth areas such as animal transgenesis, reproductive technologies, recombinant protein production, understanding and managing human disease, and stem cell-based technologies. Content is taught through a combination of lectures, tutorials, workshops and hands-on practical classes, providing opportunities to apply theoretical knowledge gained.
Target Students
MSc Animal Biotechnology stream of MSc Biotechnology Course but also available to other PGT or PGR students in the School of Biosciences. Students are reminded that enrolments which are not agreed by the Offering School in advance may be cancelled without notice.
Classes
- One 3-hour un assigned each week for 12 weeks
1-2 sessions, 3-4 hour per week.
Assessment
- 30% Coursework 1
- 70% Coursework 2
Assessed by end of spring semester
Educational Aims
To gain awareness of the methods used to modify animal physiology and cell biology, and how such modern molecular techniques provide opportunities for generating new products and processes that are of value in medicine and agriculture. To gain specific knowledge in genetic manipulation, production of recombinant proteins, epigenetics and the epigenetic basis of disease, reproductive technologies and animal transgenesis, and advanced concepts of stem cell biology.Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of the module, students will:
- Know about the current status of animal biotechnology and associated applications.
- Understand how different molecular tools can be used for animal biotechnological processes.
- Have a broad understanding of the principal growth areas in animal biotechnology.
- Be able to effectively communicate relevant laboratory techniques and procedures and critically interpret results
- Be able to effectively communicate key developments in animal biotechnology making use of relevant peer reviewed literature (tested by written assessment)