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Summary of the Profile
General Description:
Objective(s) of a study programme:
The Biology and Genetics study programme is designed to prepare high-quality, broad-spectrum specialists in biology and genetics distinguished by creative and critical thinking, having fundamental knowledge and faculties necessary for various biology and genetics-related tasks. The programme focuses on providing all necessary knowledge needed to promote a broad range of expertise, erudition, and intellectual sense of satisfaction during studies, practice, and work. The programme also seeks to confer a deep interest in biology and genetics, apply it under various circumstances, and maintain professional competencies during lifelong learning. A graduate can work in the biotechnological and biomedical industry, at research institutions of biomedical profile and educational institutions or continue studies in the second cycle.
Objectives of the Biology and Genetics study program: to provide the fundamental knowledge and skills required for work in the fields of biological and genetic sciences, including cell biology, microbiology, genetics, plant, and animal biology; to train highly qualified biology and genetics analysts, laboratory specialists capable of solving real problems in rapidly evolving molecular biology, genetics, cell biology, microbiology, biotechnology, biological systems modeling, synthetic biology, neurobiology, focused on more profound understanding and interpretation of natural processes.
Learning outcomes:
A person who has completed the study program in Biology and Genetics understands and is able to apply knowledge about: the significance of evolutionary processes, the emergence and change of biodiversity due to mutations, selection and genetic changes; hierarchical organization of basic structural units, molecular and cellular processes, systemic connections and importance in determining the functions of all living organisms; communications and interactions between living systems; the importance of the expression and transfer of genetic information in the context of the specific environment for the development, functions and behaviour of organisms; is able to theoretically identify and analyze current problems related to biology and genetics using modern methods of research and analysis; to collect biological samples, process and store them, work safely in the field, prepare study material in the laboratory; work with standard analytical biology equipment; monitor and measure quantitative and qualitative biological properties, events or changes, and systematically and reliably document them; work in accordance with the principles of good laboratory practice, bioethical rules; to creatively use information technologies for analytical and numerical description of a biological object, to use databases, to systematize the collected information; to search and study the latest scientific literature, to interpret the obtained results, to discuss the relevant professional issues in the official state language and in at least one foreign language and to be able to understand and interpret the data published in the literature; to work independently and in a group, as well as in an interdisciplinary team together with employees of other specialties; to organize and plan their professional and scientific activities and learning process, to continuously learn and improve in the professional field.
Activities of teaching and learning:
Lectures, laboratory works, seminars, individual and group assignments, practical, consultations, independent work.
Methods of assessment of learning achievements:
The cumulative system for the assessment of learning achievements is applied. Students’ learning achievements shall be assessed in midterms, assessing other work performed during the semester (defence of laboratory works, homework, and individual assignments) and examination or defence of students’ self-study work (project). Practice, course papers, research papers, creative and art projects shall be defended and assessed in accordance with the determined order. The final mark shall integrate the intermediate assessment and the examination marks. The examination mark shall make 50% of the final mark; the midterm mark shall constitute 15-35% of the final mark; the intermediate assessment of laboratory works, tests, homework, and other assignments shall constitute 5-35% of the final mark.
Framework:
Study subjects (modules), practical training:
Calculus 1, General Biology, General and Analytical Chemistry, General Physics, Invertebrate Biology, Anatomy, Morphology and Systematics of Embriophytes, Organic and Bioorganic Chemistry, Algology and Mycology, Biochemistry, Professional Language of Natural Sciences, Statistical Methods in Environmental Science and Biology, Vertebrate Biology, Plant Ecophysiology, General Genetics, Microbiology, Human and animal morphophysiology, Biological Research, Evolution and Phylogeny, Animal Ecology, Technologies, Innovations and Entrepreneurship, Plant Ecology, Biophysics, Biogeography, Immunology, Cell Biology, Developmental Biology, Basic biotechnology and bioinformatics, Epigenetics,
Neurobiology; Term paper No. 1, Term paper No.2, Bachelor thesis. Practice: Field Work in Plant Biology, Field Work in Animal Biology, Special Biology Practice.
Specialisations:
Students may choose to deepen their knowledge in biology, molecular biology, and genetics.
Optional courses:
Entomology, Human Genetics, Ornithology, Parasitology and Phytopathology, Molecular biology in biotechnology, Population and Ecological Genetics, Aquaculture systems, Ecogenotoxicology and Health, Plants and Society, Molecular genetics. Compulsory courses of general university studies. The courses of study basics in science areas and fields (Biomedical and Physical Sciences, Economics and Management, Humanitarian Sciences, Arts, Social Sciences).
Distinctive features of a study programme:
A distinctive feature of the study program is the possibility to choose a more detailed study at the levels of biodiversity populations, species and ecosystems, molecular biology and modern genetics. The program provides up-to-date scientific knowledge and practical skills that provide a solid foundation for further study and professional careers in the rapidly evolving fields of molecular biology, genetics, biomedicine, and biotechnology.
Access to professional activity or further study:
Access to professional activity:
A graduate can work in the fields of biomedicine, agriculture, and the environment; in various biotechnology, microbiology, biopharmaceutical, and the food industry companies, clinical research and diagnostic laboratories, and private sector laboratories; may also work as a biology teacher in general education schools (during studies, it is possible to study additional disciplines required for a teacher's qualification).
Access to further study:
Upon completing the study program, graduates can continue their studies in the master's degree programs in life sciences (biology, biophysics, genetics, ecology, molecular biology, microbiology, biochemistry) and biotechnology.
