Microbiology

During the study the candidate will gain knowledge about:

The most characteristic features of microorganisms; bacteria, archaea, fungi, microalga, protozoa and virus
The functions and importance of microorganisms in different environments
Interactions between microorganisms and between micro and macro-organisms (symbiosis), including their importance of development of deceases.
Microbial diversity, physiology, metabolism, microbial food-webs and biogeochemical cycles.
Microbial gene regulation and gene transfer mechanisms.
The role of prokaryotes in the early evolution of life.
The social applications of microbiology
Basic methods and techniques used in microbiology, molecular technology and biotechnology.

Be able to work in accord with scientific principles, and understand and respect openness, precision, accountability and the significance of distinguishing between knowledge and opinion.
Consider central scientific and ethical tasks, in the student¿s own work and others work.
Communicate scientific issues, analyzes and conclusions within microbiology, both to specialists and non-specialists
Be able to analyze general biological scientific questions and contribute to discussions to enlighten these questions
Be able to work independently and as part of a team with comprehensive and demanding biological assignments, in accordance with research ethics standards.
Be able to discuss the student's research field in public discussions.

The master's programme leads to the degree Master of Science in Biology - Microbiology. It is a two-year study programme (120 ECTS).