Synthetic Biology (BENG0045)

Key information

Faculty: Faculty of Engineering Sciences
Teaching department: Biochemical Engineering
Credit value: 30

Restrictions: N/A
Timetable

Alternative credit options

There are no alternative credit options available for this module.

Description

This module introduces students to the new areas that make up Synthetic Biology, including molecular biology, microbial physiology, biochemical pathways, pathway engineering, DNA design, bioinformatics, engineering principles, mathematical modelling, biochemical engineering and chemistry. In addition to academic learning, the students will learn how to design specific elements in Synthetic Biology through individual design work and will practice how to present their ideas to others.

Upon completion of the course, a student should be able to:

Have in-depth knowledge of molecular biology, microbial physiology, biochemical pathways and bioinformatics
Design specific elements in Synthetic Biology by linking information from different areas
Use the new knowledge to build new elements, pathways, cells and systems
Appreciate bioethics, societal issues and patenting related to the field
Understand the scale translation of complex biological material

Module deliveries for 2024/25 academic year

Intended teaching term: Terms 1 and 2 听听听 Postgraduate (FHEQ Level 7)

Teaching and assessment

Mode of study: In person
Methods of assessment: 100% Coursework
Mark scheme: Numeric Marks

Other information

Number of students on module in previous year: 11
Module leader: Dr Darren Nesbeth
Who to contact for more information: bepgtadmin@ucl.ac.uk

Last updated

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

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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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