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Faculty of Science Handbook, Academic Session 2025/2026

Microbiology/ Molecular Genetics. communication and teamwork skills by
Students will be exposed to research showcasing their skills in science
methodology in Microbiology/ Molecular communication through various activities.
Genetics field, critical scientific thinking,
methods for problem solving, research Assessment Methods:
ethics, record keeping, presentation and Continuous Assessment: 100%
scientific writing skills. Students are
required to: 1) write a project proposal and Elective courses
carry out literatura review; 2) carry out
experiments in the laboratory; 3) analyse SIR2031 FOOD MICROBIOLOGY
data; 4) write a mini thesis; 5) present the
results of the research orally. Understanding the sources of
microorganisms in food, intrinsic and
Assessment Methods: extrinsic parameters that affect microbial
Continuous Assessment: 100% growth and food spoilage. Microbiology of
fermented food. Characteristics of major
foodborne pathogens. Methods in
SIR4002 INDUSTRIAL TRAINING detecting microorganisms in food using
conventional and molecular approaches.
This industrial training module will provide
students with real on-the-job experience Assessment Methods:
and hands on practical skills in the fields of Continuous Assessment: 60%
microbiology and genetics. Students are Summative Assessment: 40%
able to put into practice the knowledge
and skills gathered during degree studies in
a professional environment during the SIR2041 POPULATION GENETICS
industrial attachment. Students will
undergo 16 weeks of industrial training in The course is a course that covers how
the final semester. population genetics concepts (empiral,
theoretical and experimental methods)
Assessment Methods: which are based on mathematical models,
Continuous Assessment: 100% can be applied in various fields of study.
The students will use their knowledge, and
learn to think logically and solve genetic
SIR4003 SCIENCE problems in a systematic manner. The
COMMUNICATION introduction of coding in line with IR 4.0
with the use of R programming and other
This module will cover how science is analytical skills will be enhanced in this
communicated to the public and in course. Lastly the knowledge should be
different media, with regards to science- applied and communicated to address
related issues in society. Topics on the problem solving in the community such as
roles and responsibilities of scientists in conservation, ecological, medical and
communicating scientific research and management of resources.
science-related issues and the public
understanding of science; and how science Assessment Methods:
is communicated on media will be covered. Continuous Assessment: 40%
This module aims to develop students’ Summative Assessment: 60%

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