BL5604 Advanced Topics in Biomolecular Sciences 2
(BL5604 online module handbook version )
This module will allow you to develop in-depth knowledge of research that is at the forefront of modern biomolecular sciences. You will hear about and discuss current research taking place within the School of Biology through tailored seminars. You will then have the opportunity to study one of these areas in depth as you write a review article on the subject area. Your learning throughout the module will be supported by 1:1 tutorials that will guide the development of your review article
*Credits: 15*
Semester: 2†
Module OrganiserPre-requisite Modules:Before taking this module you must pass BL4603 and pass BL5000*
Anti-requisite Modules:*
Post-requisite Modules:*
Additional Module Information:
Biology Teaching Office:
Level 2, Biomolecular Sciences Building, University of St Andrews, North Haugh, St Andrews, Fife KY16 9ST
Email: bioteach@st-andrews.ac.uk Phone: +44 (0)1334 46 3602 or 3566
BL5604: Assessment
100% Coursework*
The following related information applies to all Biology modules:
Who to ask †
(Information in this section applies to all Biology Modules)
Before contacting staff, students should check the content of the Biology Undergraduate Handbook, the module handbook and specific task instructions.
Biology Teaching Office:
We are happy to hear from you about teaching matters. The School of Biology Teaching Office is open Monday to Friday 09.00 - 13.00 and 14.00 - 17.00. School of Biology staff will respond to your emails during these hours. Our team will provide a response to you within three working days.
Biology Teaching Office (Level 2), University of St Andrews, Biomolecular Sciences Building, North Haugh, St Andrews, Fife KY16 9ST
Email: bioteach@st-andrews.ac.uk
Tel: 01334 46 3602 or 3566
BL5604: Contributing Staff †
BL5604: Learning Outcomes †
Students completing module BL5604 successfully should be able to:
- To develop knowledge of current areas of biomolecular science
- To appraise research seminars and to develop scientific discussions
- To critically evaluate recent publications on selected area of interest
- To gain experience of preparing a review article
- To gain experience of responding to peer review comments
BL5604: Acquired Skills †
Practical Skills
Transferable Skills
- Response to comments on proposal
- Review article on given topic
- Critically evaluating sources/information
- Finding literature
- Referencing
- Sourcing figures/tables
- Reflective analysis
- Data presentation
- Produce graphs/figures
- Critiquing experimental design
Policies †
(Information in this section applies to all Biology Modules)
- The procedures and regulations followed by the School of Biology are outlined in the University Handbook and in the School of Biology UG handbook  JH booklet info (st-andrews.ac.uk)Â
- All coursework associated with the module must be completed and submitted by its due date.
- Specific School regulations relating to absence reporting, penalties and rules for late submission of work, extensions for coursework, return of coursework, S-coding, Good Academic Practice and Academic Alert are stated in the School of Biology UG hand book JH booklet info (st-andrews.ac.uk)  and students are required to carefully read these regulations.
- Students are also referred to the University Handbook, available at: http://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/studenthandbook/
