Biochemistry 3 Molecular Basis of Cancer

Undergraduate | 2026

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Area/Catalogue
BIOL 3005
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Course ID
200416
Level of study
Level of study
Undergraduate
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Unit value
6
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Course level
3
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
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Single course enrolment
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Course data is interim and subject to change

Course overview

This course aims to extend the discussions of protein structure and function presented in the Biochemistry Level 2 courses and to use this knowledge to gain an understanding of some of the essential processes of molecular biology at a molecular level.

Course learning outcomes

  • Understand key theoretical aspects of the regulation of cellular signalling, proliferation and differentiation in the context of diseases such as cancer
  • Understand and explain the concepts of genetic mutations, oncogenes, tumour suppressor genes, clonal selection, cell cycle check points and DNA repair and their contribution to diseases such as cancer
  • Understand the basis of advanced experimental processes and apply this knowledge to design specific experimental protocols and understand of the ethical implications of this research
  • Find, read, interpret and critically analyse scientific literature relevant to specific diseases such as cancer
  • Demonstrate the ability to work in teams and effectively communicate scientific outcomes

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