Developmental Biology (MEDC0139)

Key information

Faculty: Faculty of Medical Sciences
Teaching department: Division of Medicine
Credit value: 15

Restrictions: Numbers are limited and preference will be given to students for whom MEDC0139 is a recommended option.
Timetable

Alternative credit options

There are no alternative credit options available for this module.

Description

The module is an introduction to Developmental Biology. It will cover basic principles of embryonic development, drawing from studies in model organisms. After taking this module you will be able to describe developmental processes from fertilization to organ development and function. You will learn about basic processes that underlie embryonic development, including, morphogenesis, cell fate specification, cell differentiation, cell migration and cell death and the role of genetic networks in these processes. You will discover how genetic mutations can lead to developmental abnormalities. You will learn about stem cell technologies and other cutting-edge approaches used to study developmental processes.

Module deliveries for 2024/25 academic year

Intended teaching term: Term 2 听听听 Undergraduate (FHEQ Level 5)

Teaching and assessment

Mode of study: In person
Methods of assessment: 50% In-class activity

50% Coursework
Mark scheme: Numeric Marks

Other information

Number of students on module in previous year: 0
Module leader: Dr Nicoletta Kessaris
Who to contact for more information: med.ams@ucl.ac.uk

Last updated

This module description was last updated on 8th April 2024.

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Important information

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Centrally managed exam durations will be provided on students' individual exam timetables. Arrangements for locally managed exams and in-class activity will be confirmed by the teaching department for the module.

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