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Faculty of Science Handbook, Session 2015/2016

LEVEL 3
SIL 3011 Application of Recombinant DNA Technology SIL2009 3
SIL 3012 Cancer and Tumorigenesis SIL2010 3
SIL 3013 Genetics and Biotechnology of Viruses SIL1001 3
SIL 3014 Advanced Immunogenetics SIL2010 3
3 Year Genetics &
rd
SIL 3015 Current Topics in Genetics and Molecular Biology Molecular Biology students 3
only
3 Year Genetics &
rd
Molecular Biology students
SIL 3002 Industrial Training in Genetics and Molecular Biology 5
only, Have completed 6
semesters
SIL 3009 Epigenetics and Gene Regulation SIL2008 and SIL2002 3
SIL 3010 Genome Analysis SIL1001 3
(II) FACULTY ELECTIVE COURSES (7 CREDITS ) [EF]
Courses Offered by Other Institute/Department of Specialisation
(Please refer to the list of suitable courses offered by other institutes or departments (not ISB) within the Faculty of Science)
MINIMUM CREDITS FOR GRADUATION : 126

PROGRAMME GOALS

1. Producing graduates who possess strong knowledge and skills in Genetics and Molecular Biology field applicable
in various other fields which could contribute to the development of the country and habitually will contribute to
sustainable human and environmental development in an ethical and professional manner,
2. Producing graduates who are skilled in techniques commonly used molecular biology and able to design and
carry-out research in the field of genetics, molecular biology and related areas, for example biotechnology,
3. Producing graduates in Genetics and Molecular Biology who are highly qualified, of high quality, broadminded,
and possess the knowledge and skills required to join the life science and biotechnology industries, including
agricultural, medical, fishery, industrial and pharmaceutical sectors, and are capable of developing and
implementing various projects,
4. Producing graduates of Genetics and Molecular Biology who are highly competitive and able to further their
studies at postgraduate levels in the field of life sciences in any local or international higher learning institutions.

PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOMES

At the end of the programme, graduates with a BSc (Genetics and Molecular Biology) are able to:

1. apply the obtained knowledge into practices in genetics and molecular biology field through their understanding of
principles and biological concepts,
2. adopt a practical, safe and efficient approach in practicingof the knowledge of genetics and molecular biology in
laboratories and workplaces as well as able to analyse issues and evaluate appropriate use of resources.
3. evaluate the needs for sustainable development of the environment in practicing the knowledge of genetics and
molecular biology and the importance of responsible, personal, social and cultural inter-relationships.
4. value the importance of ethics and the need for professionalism in the practice of genetics and molecular biology.
5. clearly and effectively communicate information, ,in both verbal and written manners whilst being a responsible
and productive team player with good interpersonal skills.
6. utilize, apply and adopt scientific methods in practicing the knowledge of genetics and molecular biology as well
as appreciate the need for self-assessment and improvement in meeting the demands of industry and society.
7. Plan and execute research projects with efficient time management and use of resources.
8. Exhibit efficient and effective management and entrepreneurial skills.

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