University of Galway

Course Module Information

Course Modules

Semester 1 | Credits: 5

This module provides a concise introduction to key principles and mechanisms in molecular cell biology. It comprises an overview of cell structure and the cell cycle including mitosis and meiosis, a description of the molecular properties of the major classes of biomolecules, an overview of the principles of genetics and evolution, and an introduction to the mechanisms of replication, transcription and translation including gene regulation and epigenetics.
(Language of instruction: English)

Learning Outcomes
  1. Outline the structure of animal cells and the cell cycle, including mitosis and meiosis
  2. Describe how the properties of biological macromolecules contribute to cell function
  3. Summarise the structure of DNA and chromosomes and how this enables genetics and evolution
  4. Explain the mechanisms of DNA replication, gene transcription and translation
  5. Describe the biochemical basis of gene regulation, epigenetics and DNA technologies
Assessments
  • Written Assessment (50%)
  • Continuous Assessment (50%)
Teachers
Reading List
  1. "Campbell Biology, Global Edition" by Lisa A. Urry,Michael L. Cain,Steven A. Wasserman,Peter V. Minorsky,Jane B. Reece,Neil A. Campbell
    ISBN: 9781292170435.
    Publisher: Pearson
The above information outlines module BI5107: "Introduction to Molecular and Cellular Biology" and is valid from 2020 onwards.
Note: Module offerings and details may be subject to change.