Objectives of Programme's Learning Outcomes

• In the field of biological sciences and particularly in the field of the biochemistry, molecular and cell biology, possess highly specialised and integrated knowledge and a wide range of skills adding to those covered in the Bachelor's programme in biological sciences.
• Conduct extensive research and development projects related to biological sciences, in biochemistry and in molecular and cell biology.
• Apply, mobilise, articulate and promote the knowledge and skills acquired in order to help lead and complete a project.
• Manage and lead research, development and innovation projects.
• Understand unprecedented problems in biological sciences, and more specifically in biochemistry and molecular and cell biology and its applications.
• Develop and integrate a high degree of autonomy.
• Pursue further training and develop new skills independently.
• Apply scientific methodology.
• Demonstrate thoroughness, independence, creativity, intellectual honesty, and ethical values.

Learning Outcomes of UE

The purpose of this course is to provide information on the practice of light and electron microscopy and the preparation of cells and tissues for microscopic examination with emphasis on immunohistochemistry and morphometry

Content of UE

The first part of the course is concerned with instrumentation (optical microscope) and the methods used to obtain informative images. The second part is devoted to traditional preparatory techniques for light and electronic microscopy including fixation, sectioning and staining as well as histochemistry. The third section covers the various aspects of immunohisochemistry such as fixation and tissue preparation, antigen retrieval techniques, multiple immunostaining. The last section is an introduction to computer assisted-morphometry applied to histological sections.

Prior Experience

Not applicable

Type of Assessment for UE in Q1

• Oral examination
• Written examination

Q1 UE Assessment Comments

The oral or written assessment will focus on the knowledge of the different histological techniques viewed and performed by students during the training course

Type of Assessment for UE in Q2

• N/A

Q2 UE Assessment Comments

Not applicable

Type of Assessment for UE in Q3

• Oral examination
• Written examination

Q3 UE Assessment Comments

The oral or written assessment will focus on the knowledge of the different histological techniques viewed and performed by students during the training course

Type of Resit Assessment for UE in Q1 (BAB1)

• N/A

Q1 UE Resit Assessment Comments (BAB1)

Not applicable