Objectives of Programme's Learning Outcomes

• Acquire, understand and use knowledge in the fields of biology and other fields
• Demonstrate an understanding of the general principles of life to understand questions and solve situations related to biology
• Solve issues relevant to biology
• Make accurate observations in the context of activities in the field and in the laboratory
• Apply a scientific approach and critical thinking
• Work with efficiency / accuracy / precision
• Present a hypothesis and hypothetical-deductive reasoning
• Develop critical thinking, test and monitor conclusions understanding the domain of validity, and explore alternative hypotheses
• Communicate effectively and appropriately in French and English
• Communicate on biological topics, orally and in writing in English and in writing in French, using the appropriate scientific language according to the audience
• Develop autonomy, set training objectives and make choices to achieve them
• Organise time and work, individually and in groups
• Manage stress regardless of events (exams, presentations, etc.)

Learning Outcomes of UE

Provide an overview of the state of knowledge of developmental mechanisms (basic concepts and their origin), current approaches and techniques for the study of development, and underline the contribution and importance of developmental biology in medicine modern.

Content of UE

The course of "Developmental Biology consists of four parts. The first part is devoted to the basics of developmental biology, their discovery through the approaches of descriptive embryology, experimental embryology and genetics. The second part describes the techniques used to study gene expression and function. The third part deals with the establishment of the organizational plan of the Drosophila and Xenopus embryos. The fourth part is devoted to human genetics, congenital anomalies and their causes.

Prior Experience

Basics of Biology, Genetics and Biochemistry and Molecular Biology taught in bachelor's degree (blocks 1 and 2)

Type of Assessment for UE in Q1

• Written examination

Q1 UE Assessment Comments

The exam is a written test, with open questions.

Type of Assessment for UE in Q2

• Written examination

Q2 UE Assessment Comments

The exam is a written test, with open questions.

Type of Assessment for UE in Q3

• Written examination

Q3 UE Assessment Comments

The exam is a written test, with open questions.

Type of Resit Assessment for UE in Q1 (BAB1)

• Written examination

Q1 UE Resit Assessment Comments (BAB1)

The exam is a written test, with open questions.