Cell and Developmental Biology
About
The course Cell and Developmental Biology provides a conceptual framework to understand biological development ranging from the cellular level to the formation and integration of organs into a complete organism. The emphasis is on the mechanisms of development, illustrated using model organisms such as the nematode, fruit fly, mouse, Arabidopsis and explained in many instances down to the cellular and molecular levels.
Practical laboratory work may include:
- a study of plant cell differentiation and the action of plant hormones
- a cell culture lab
- examining C. elegans development mutants.
Student presentation of selected primary research articles highlight recent methods and advances in the field. The course consists of two sub-courses: Cell Biology (7.5 credits) and Developmental Biology (7.5 credits).
This course is taught in English.
This course is open to
Exchange students at the Faculty of Science and exchange students on a university-wide agreement. Please contact your international coordinator at the University of Gothenburg if you need to know more.
Entry requirements
Admission to the course requires:
Passed basic courses in the subject areas of cell biology and molecular genetics and evolution comprising 30 credits. Completedbasic courses in botanical and zoological physiology, ecology and biodiversity and systematics covering 30 credits, or equivalent.
English proficiency is required to the level of English 6/ English Course B from Swedish Upper Secondary School, or be certified by an internationally recognized test, for example TOEFL, IELTS.
English proficiency
For information about English proficiency requirements for exchange students please contact your international coordinator at the University of Gothenburg.
Application
Do you want to apply for exchange studies at the University of Gothenburg?