MON2006 : Molecular Mechanisms of Disease (Monash University) (External Module)
- Offered for Year: 2024/25
- Module Leader(s):
- Owning School: Biomedical, Nutritional and Sports Scien
- Teaching Location: Off Campus
Semesters
Your programme is made up of credits, the total differs on programme to programme.
| Semester 2 Credit Value: | 30 |
| ECTS Credits: | 15.0 |
| European Credit Transfer System | |
Aims
This module will provide insights into the molecular mechanisms that mediate human diseases and the specific biotechnologies used to facilitate diagnosis and treatment. The module offers an opportunity for students to build employability skills for graduates through group work and emphasising critical thinking, research skills and communication skills in the context of biomedical research.
Outline Of Syllabus
This module will provide insights into the molecular mechanisms that mediate human diseases and the specific biotechnologies used to facilitate diagnosis and treatment.
Relevant areas studied will generally include a number of topics related to pharmacology, cancer, cardiovascular disease, development and stem cells, infection and immunity, metabolic disease and obesity, and neuroscience.
Teaching Methods
Teaching Activities
| Category | Activity | Number | Length | Student Hours | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 22 | 3:00 | 66:00 | 2x3 hours per week - group and online activities |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Lecture | 55 | 1:00 | 55:00 | 5 hours per week |
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 12 | 3:00 | 36:00 | Ongoing assessment preparation |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Workshops | 11 | 1:00 | 11:00 | 1 hour per week |
| Guided Independent Study | Independent study | 44 | 3:00 | 132:00 | Self-directed learning and independent study |
| Total | 300:00 |
Teaching Rationale And Relationship
Lectures will be used to convey key information to students with group work activities reinforcing the theory and applying that knowledge to provide solutions to problems. During the group activities emphasis is placed on critical thinking, research skills and on communication skills in the context of biomedical research. The weekly workshops will facilitate further discussion and reflection of learning.
Assessment Methods
The format of resits will be determined by the Board of Examiners
Exams
| Description | Length | Semester | When Set | Percentage | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Digital Examination | 50 | 2 | A | 10 | Externally managed exam. Online assessment, MCQ + EMCQ |
| Written Examination | 180 | 2 | A | 40 | End of semester exam, MCQ + EMCQ |
Other Assessment
| Description | Semester | When Set | Percentage | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portfolio | 2 | A | 40 | Group oral presentations (x2), mini-review (individual), Molecular technique/pathway, weekly tasks |
| Reflective log | 2 | A | 10 | Weekly worksheets (1,000 words total) |
Assessment Rationale And Relationship
Mid-semester exam provides the opportunity for student to gauge their progress and understanding, highlighting areas to revise more rigorously before the final exam. The final exam assesses the student’s knowledge and understanding across the breadth of the module.
Weekly worksheets use used a vehicle for students to reflect on their progress and compile this into a reflective log. The group work will allow assessment of collaboration skills to resolve a problem and oral presentation skills which form the portfolio.
Reading Lists
Timetable
- Timetable Website: www.ncl.ac.uk/timetable/
- MON2006's Timetable