Modules

Core Module Information
Module title: Biotechnology and Drug Discovery
SCQF level: 11:
SCQF credit value: 20.00
ECTS credit value: 10
Module code: MIC11108
Module leader: Craig Stevens
School School of Applied Sciences
Subject area group: Life Sciences
Prerequisites

There are no pre-requisites for this module to be added
Description of module content:

You will be introduced to emerging technologies in the Biomedical Sciences discipline (e.g. Stem cells, Genome editing, Immunotherapy) and learn how they are being applied to transform drug development and delivery. You will develop important, transferable scientific communication skills by presenting a seminar and by synthesis of written reports.
Learning Outcomes for module:

Upon completion of this module you will be able to

LO1: Critically appraise the molecular determinants and rationale involved in determining target pathways in drug discovery and development.

LO2: Critically appraise emerging technologies used in drug development.

LO3: Critically explore the impact of a range of new drug delivery platforms.

LO4: Challenge and reflect on current topical issues using examples from relevant scientific literature and develop skills of critical analysis and presentation/communication.
Full Details of Teaching and Assessment
2024/5, Trimester 2, In Person,
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Occurrence: 001
Primary mode of delivery: In Person
Location of delivery: SIGHTHILL
Partner:
Member of staff responsible for delivering module: Craig Stevens
Module Organiser:


Student Activity (Notional Equivalent Study Hours (NESH))
Mode of activityLearning & Teaching ActivityNESH (Study Hours)NESH Description
Face To Face Lecture 22 Weekly lectures will be staff-led and include a combination of traditional lecturing using PowerPoint slides, critical analysis of scientific research papers, and class discussions to make learning interactive and to challenge you to think independently.
Face To Face Tutorial 10 Tutorials will focus on discussing the summative assessments and will be staff-led. You will work within small groups of around 5-6 students in a group, though the group composition will change each week. This is intended to support all students in the tutorial to learn from each other fostering an assessment for learning approach.
Online Guided independent study 168 Throughout the trimester, you are expected to structure in time to reflect upon the learning you have undertaken in your scheduled sessions and to complete your essential reading. You are encouraged to read more widely around the topics you are studying and engage in Moodle activities and resources. You will need to ensure that you have sufficient time to prepare and plan for your assessment tasks.
Total Study Hours200
Expected Total Study Hours for Module200


Assessment
Type of Assessment Weighting % LOs covered Week due Length in Hours/Words Description
Report 25 1~2~3~4 Week 9 , WORDS= 1000 words For the Learning Journal assessment, you will critically appraise a chosen scientific research paper related to topics studied during the course of the module. You are expected to read the paper and then fill out the Learning Journal submission form by answering the questions.
Project - Written 75 1~2~3~4 Exam Period , WORDS= 2500 words The extended essay provides you with an opportunity to conduct independent research or investigation on a given topic related to the lectures.
Component 1 subtotal: 25
Component 2 subtotal: 75
Module subtotal: 100

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