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PM-130
Fundamental Research Skills
This module is designed to develop the skills required for students of biochemistry and genetics degree programmes. Students meet with their tutors and will be given a series of assignments designed to develop skills in key areas such as essay writing, presentations and general numeracy.
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PM-132
Eukaryotic Cell Biology
This module will provide students with a broad introduction to fundamental concepts in Eukaryotic cell biology, such as investigating the origins of the cell, the structure or eukaryotic cells, the different types of specialised cells, and cells which help prevent disease. There will be a general focus on human cells throughout the module with some references to other organisms when needed. Students will gain practical experience in identification and differentiation of cells from different human and animal species.
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PM-132C
Bioleg Celloedd Ewcaryotig
Bydd y modiwl hwn yn darparu cyflwyniad bras i gysyniadau sylfaenol ym maes bioleg celloedd Ewcaryotig, gan ymchwilio i darddiad y gell, strwythur y gell a chelloedd arbenigol a chelloedd mewn clefyd. Bydd ffocws cyffredinol ar gelloedd dynol drwy gydol y modiwl, gan gyfeirio at organebau eraill yn ôl yr angen. Bydd myfyrwyr yn cael profiad ymarferol o nodi celloedd, gwahaniaethu rhwng gwahanol gelloedd dynol a rhywogaethau o anifeiliaid.
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PM-138
Skills for being a Medical Scientist
The aim of this module is to provide students with an initial experience of what it is to be a modern medical scientist, from the initial experimental planning, to performing experiments within the laboratory with data acquisition and analysis and finally to the communication of scientific findings to a wider audience.
Students will develop basic skill sets in the four most important research skill areas of practical laboratory skills, data analysis, collaboration and communication. The module will be both theoretical and applied, where the student will be instructed in methods essential for data acquisition and data analyses but will also actively participate in the laboratory, using broadly applicable experimental techniques. In addition, students will learn about health and safety within a laboratory environment and the current ethics regulations surrounding the use of humans, human tissue and animals within medical research.
Furthermore, students will develop their communication skill sets not only through essay writing but also will develop their oral presentation skill set and their collaboration skills through a group presentation and tutorial classes.
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PM-161
Cell Biology
Cells are the fundamental units of life, forming the basis of all biological systems. This module provides a comprehensive introduction to cell biology, covering both eukaryotic and prokaryotic cells, their origins, and their evolutionary significance. Students will explore the molecular building blocks of life, gaining insight into how atoms and molecules combine to form essential macromolecules, ultimately giving rise to cells.
The module examines the organization and function of eukaryotic cells, focusing on key organelles such as the nucleus (genetic regulation), mitochondria (energy production), cytoskeleton (structural support and transport), endoplasmic reticulum (protein processing), and Golgi apparatus (lipid processing). Students will also explore cell-to-cell communication via ligands and receptors, as well as the mechanisms of controlled cell death (apoptosis). Additionally, the module covers specialized eukaryotic cells, including those of the nervous and immune systems, as well as the role of stem cells in development.
Prokaryotic cell biology will be explored in depth, covering the structure, function, and diversity of bacteria and archaea. Topics include cell envelope composition, motility, defense mechanisms, communication strategies, and adaptation to extreme environments. The module will also highlight the significance of prokaryotes in health, disease, and biotechnology. Furthermore, students will examine non-living entities such as viruses and bacteriophages, comparing their unique properties with those of eukaryotic and prokaryotic cells.
Through a combination of lectures, laboratory sessions, and workshops, this module will provide students with both theoretical knowledge and practical skills in cell biology, emphasizing its relevance to human health and scientific research.
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PM-161C
Bioleg Celloedd
Celloedd yw unedau sylfaenol bywyd, gan ffurfio sylfaen yr holl systemau biolegol. Mae'r modiwl hwn yn cynnig cyflwyniad cynhwysfawr i fioleg celloedd, gan gynnwys celloedd ewcaryotig a phrocaryotig, eu tarddleoedd, a'u harwyddocâd esblygol. Bydd myfyrwyr yn archwilio seiliau bywyd moleciwlaidd, gan ennill dealltwriaeth o sut mae atomau a moleciwlau yn cyfuno i ffurfio macrofoleciwlau hanfodol, sydd yn y pen draw yn achosi i gelloedd ddatblygu.
Mae'r modiwl yn archwilio trefniadaeth a swyddogaeth celloedd ewcaryotig, gan ganolbwyntio ar organynnau allweddol megis y cnewyllyn (rheoleiddio genetig), mitocondria (cynhyrchu egni), cytosgerbwd (cymorth a chludiant strwythurol), reticwlwm endoplasmig (prosesu protein), a'r organigyn Golgi (prosesu lipidau). Bydd myfyrwyr hefyd yn archwilio cyfathrebu rhwng celloedd drwy gyfrwng ligandau a derbynyddion, yn ogystal â dulliau marwolaeth celloedd a reolir (apoptosis). Yn ogystal, mae'r modiwl yn cynnwys celloedd ewcaryotig arbenigol, gan gynnwys rhai y system nerfol a'r system imiwnedd, yn ogystal â rôl bôn-gelloedd sy'n datblygu.
Archwilir bioleg celloedd procaryotig mewn manylder, gan drafod strwythur, swyddogaeth, ac amrywiaeth bacteria ac archaea. Mae pynciau'n cynnwys cyfansoddiad cell amlen, symudoldeb, mecanweithiau amddiffyn, strategaethau cyfathrebu, ac addasu i amgylcheddau eithafol. Bydd y modiwl hwn hefyd yn amlygu pwysigrwydd procaryotau mewn iechyd, afiechyd, a biotechnoleg. Ar ben hynny, bydd myfyrwyr yn archwilio endidau anfyw megis firysau a bacterioffagau, gan gymharu eu priodoleddau unigryw â phriodoleddau celloedd ewcaryotig a phrocaryotig.
Drwy gyfuniad o ddarlithoedd, sesiynau mewn labordy, a gweithdai, bydd y modiwl hwn yn darparu gwybodaeth ddamcaniaethol a sgiliau ymarferol mewn bioleg celloedd i fyfyrwyr, gan bwysleisio ei berthnasedd i iechyd dynol ac ymchwil wyddonol.
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PM-277
Techniques in Molecular Biology
The module will provide a sound theoretical basis to a comprehensive range of biomolecular techniques currently employed in molecular genetics and biochemistry. Particular emphasis is placed on DNA recombinant technology, next generation sequencing, transcriptomics, proteomics and mass spectrometry.
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PM-277C
Technegau Bioleg Foleciwlaidd
Bydd y modiwl yn darparu sylfaen ddamcaniaethol gadarn ar gyfer ystod gynhwysfawr o dechnegau biofoleciwlaidd a ddefnyddir ar hyn o bryd mewn geneteg foleciwlaidd a biocemeg. Rhoddir pwyslais arbennig ar dechnoleg ail-gyfuno DNA, dilyniannu¿r genhedlaeth nesaf, trawsgrifiadomeg, proteinomeg a sbectrometreg màs.
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PM-280
Skills for Researchers
The modern scientist graduate is expected to have gained extensive laboratory-based experience and this is certainly essential for any student intent on pursuing a research-based career. Skills for Researchers provides students with the opportunity to acquire the core skills to be able to conduct, analyse, interpret and present scientific experiments. A proportion of the module will be spent in the laboratory gaining hands-on experience. Skills acquired in this module will form the basis for future experimental work, including the final year project. Students will have the opportunity to provide feedback to peers and engage with a variety of online learning materials.
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PM-280C
Sgiliau i Ymchwilwyr
Disgwylir i'r myfyriwr gwyddonol modern graddedig ennill profiad helaeth mewn labordy ac mae hyn yn sicr yn hanfodol i unrhyw fyfyriwr sy'n bwriadu dilyn gyrfa yn seiliedig ar ymchwil. Mae Sgiliau i Ymchwilwyr yn rhoi cyfle i fyfyrwyr gaffael y sgiliau craidd i allu cynnal, dadansoddi, dehongli a chyflwyno arbrofion gwyddonol. Bydd cyfran fawr o'r modiwl yn cael ei wario yn y labordy yn ennill profiad ymarferol. Bydd sgiliau a gaffaelir yn y modiwl hwn yn sail ar gyfer gwaith arbrofol yn y dyfodol, gan gynnwys prosiect y flwyddyn olaf. Bydd myfyrwyr yn cael cyfle i roi adborth i gyfoedion ac ymgysylltu ag amrywiaeth o ddeunyddiau dysgu ar-lein.
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PM-317
Genetics of Cancer
This module extensively explores the molecular and genetic foundations underlying key aspects of cancer, including angiogenesis, apoptosis, cell signalling, DNA damage, molecular pathology, invasion and metastasis, inflammation, and the Warburg effect. Expert insights will be shared by a consultant gastroenterologist and a consultant pathologist during select lectures. This approach aims to offer students a well-rounded understanding that integrates academic knowledge, research insights, and practical clinical expertise.
Additionally, the module seeks to broaden students' perspectives by dedicating a final lecture to an individual who shares firsthand experiences of living with cancer. This unique session provides students with valuable insights into the human aspect of the disease, fostering empathy and a deeper appreciation of the patient's journey.
An appreciation for the way in which an individual¿s own genome can influence diagnosis, prognosis and treatment is also included.
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PM-344
Capstone Project
The aim of this module is to provide a capstone experience to students¿ learning, through participating in their own enquiry-based research project, with guidance from an academic supervisor. The project may be laboratory or non-laboratory based, but it will always involve a research question that is drawn from the literature, and focused on a topic relevant to the life sciences. It will ask a research question and involve the critical analysis of research findings. Students will refine their oral and written communication skills to a graduate level through an oral presentation and dissertation on their research findings and conclusions.
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PM-347
Human Immunopathology
The module aims to provide students with a greater understanding of the human immune system and the causes of a range of diseases associated with immune dysfunction including autoimmune diseases, metabolic disorders and neurological conditions.
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PM-378
Biomedical Laboratory Techniques
The module will provide practical and in depth theory of applications and equipment available to MSci students in the biomedical research laboratories based at the Medical School. The module will provide guidelines and rationale for experimental design, and data and statistical analysis.
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PM-378C
Technegau Labordy Biofeddygol
Bydd y modiwl yn darparu damcaniaeth ymarferol a manwl o¿r cymwysiadau ac offer sydd ar gael i fyfyrwyr MSci yn y labordai ymchwil biofeddygol sydd wedi'u lleoli yn yr Ysgol Feddygaeth. Bydd y modiwl yn darparu canllawiau a rhesymeg ar gyfer cynlluniau arbrofol, a dadansoddiad data ac ystadegau.
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PM-401
Science Communication
This module will encompass a range of communication modes, from presentation of science to the general public to critically analysing a scientific paper.
The module will be run as a series of online seminars to prepare, firstly, for
a short 3 minute thesis-like presentations to both a professional and non-professional audience.
This will be complemented by preparation of short, New Scientist-style articles by each student on the topic of their presentation. Students will be assigned a topic that is appropriate to their degree title.
In the latter half of the module, the focus will be on skills-training for writing a scientific paper, preparing the ground for their project dissertations.
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PMNM20
Science Communication
This module will encompass a range of communication modes, from presentation of science to the general public to critically analysing a scientific paper.
The module will be run as a series of online seminars to prepare, firstly, for a short 3 minute thesis-like presentations to both a professional and non-professional audience.
This will be complemented by preparation of short, New Scientist-style articles by each student on the topic of their presentation. Students will be assigned a topic that is appropriate to their degree title.
In the latter half of the module, the focus will be on skills-training for writing a scientific paper, preparing the ground for their project dissertations.
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PMNM20J
Science Communication
This module will encompass a range of communication modes, from presentation of science to the general public to critically analysing a scientific paper.
The module will be run as a series of online seminars to prepare, firstly, for a short 3 minute thesis-like presentations to both a professional and non-professional audience.
This will be complemented by preparation of short, New Scientist-style articles by each student on the topic of their presentation. Students will be assigned a topic that is appropriate to their degree title.
In the latter half of the module, the focus will be on skills-training for writing a scientific paper, preparing the ground for their project dissertations.
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PMRM04
Capstone Research Project
This module builds on the knowledge and skills developed in teaching components in part one of their relevant programme. Students will work independently in order to critically explore and add to the evidence base for a topic of relevance to their area of study.
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PMRM04J
Capstone Research Project (Jan)
This module builds on the knowledge and skills developed in teaching components in part one of their relevant programme. Students will work independently in order to critically explore and add to the evidence base for a topic of relevance to their area of study.
