Curricula Guides
2018–2019
Archived Curricula Guide 2017–2019
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BTK4410
Cancer Biology
4
ECTS
Organised by
Degree Programme in Biotechnology
Corresponding course units in the curriculum
Keywords
Strategic themes:
Internationalisation
General description
The Cancer Biology course focuses on the basic principles of the development and progression of cancer.
Learning outcomes
The students will understand the main aspects of cancer biology and how different external and internal factors contribute to cancer development. They recognize the key processes involved in cancer progression and are able to understand the principles of cancer therapy.
Contents
The course will cover basic information on various aspects of cancer biology including the initiation and progression of cancer, cancer genetics, cancer diagnosis and pathology, cancer epidemiology, and cancer etiology.
Further information on prerequisites and recommendations
Attendance in this course requires bachelor level knowledge on cell and molecular biology.
Teaching language
EnglishModes of study
Option
1
Available for:
- Degree Programme Students
- Other Students
- Open University Students
- Doctoral Students
- Exchange Students
Participation in course work
In
Finnish
Book exam
Written exam
In
English
Option
2
Available for:
- Degree Programme Students
- Other Students
- Open University Students
- Doctoral Students
- Exchange Students
Book exam
Written exam
In
English
Evaluation
Numeric 1-5.Belongs to following study modules
Faculty of Medicine and Life Sciences
Faculty of Medicine and Life Sciences
Faculty of Medicine and Life Sciences
2018–2019
Archived Teaching Schedule. Please refer to current Teaching Shedule.
Faculty of Medicine and Life Sciences