Course content

Introduction to bioscience explores living organisms and their life processes. The subject provides an introduction to a wide range of disciplines, including cell biology, genetics, microbiology, ecology, and evolutionary biology. Through bioscience, we learn how life functions at the molecular, cellular, and ecological levels. Knowledge from bioscience is applied in medicine, agriculture, environmental protection, and biotechnology, and plays an important role in solving global challenges such as disease, climate change, and food security.

Learning outcome

Knowledge

After completing the course, the student will:

• have basic knowledge of the structure and function of living organisms.
• be familiar with key concepts and processes in cell biology, genetics, microbiology, ecology, and evolutionary biology.
• understand how bioscience is applied in medicine, agriculture, environmental protection, and biotechnology.

Skills

After completing the course, the student will be able to:

• describe and explain fundamental biological processes at the molecular, cellular, and ecological levels.
• use biological concepts and models to analyze simple biological problems.
• find, assess, and communicate relevant information within the field of bioscience.

General Competence

After completing the course, the student will:

• be able to reflect on how biological knowledge can contribute to solving global challenges such as disease, climate change, and food security.
• demonstrate an understanding of the role of bioscience in society and ethical issues related to biological research and applications.
• be able to collaborate and communicate academic content in a structured manner, both orally and in writing.

Learning methods and activities

Lectures and Academic Introductions

• Provide students with a theoretical overview of key concepts and processes in bioscience.
• Use of visual aids to illustrate biological mechanisms.

Digital Learning Resources

• Interactive simulations and videos to explore biological systems.
• Online assignments to reinforce conceptual understanding.

Group Work and Discussions

• Collaboration on case-based tasks related to topics such as climate, disease, and bioscience
• Discussion of ethical dilemmas in biological research and applications.

Written Assignments and Reflection

• Short academic texts or reflection notes on how bioscience impacts society.
• Tasks requiring the use of scientific terminology and critical evaluation of sources.

Oral Presentations

• Students present a chosen topic within bioscience to their peers.
• Practice in academic communication and teamwork.

Specific conditions