Molecules of Life 15 credits

About the course

The course consists of three main modules that are run in parallel:

Module 1 (Theory, 7.5 credits): Theoretical knowledge in cell biology and biochemistry linked to intended learning outcomes 1–6.
Module 2 (Literature assignment and presentation, 2 credits): Interpretation of scientific data on organelle dynamics and interactions in groups, and oral communication through student presentations and discussions (learning outcomes 7–10).
Module 3 (Case studies, 5.5 credits): Application of theoretical knowledge from lectures to case studies via an online learning platform, with assessed online assignments (learning outcome 11).

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Autumn 2026
- Molecules of Life
  
  Second admissions round for EU/EEA citizens
  
  HT26 / Ospecificerad ort / English / Web-based (online)
  
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  Starts
  31 August 2026
  
  Ends
  17 January 2027
  
  Number of credits
  15 credits
  
  Type of studies
  Web-based (online)
  
  Mandatory meetings on campus
  0
  
  Mandatory remote sessions
  0
  
  Study pace
  50%
  
  Teaching hours
  Mixed
  
  Study location
  Ospecificerad ort
  
  Language
  English
  
  Application code
  UMU-35022
  Outline for distance course
  
  The course is delivered as an online distance course in English. It includes online lectures and supervised assignments combined with case studies on an online platform. Students also participate in presentations and discussions of scientific literature (group work) based on research articles from a curated list.
  
  All educational components except lectures are compulsory.
  
  Participation requires a computer or tablet with internet access, as well as a camera and microphone.
  
  Eligibility
  
  90 credits in biology, biotechnology, chemistry, medicine, or other life‑science–oriented subjects
  
  and
  
  English 6/English level 2 or equivalent.
  Application
  Application deadline was 15 April 2026. The application period is closed. Please note: This second application round is intended only for EU/EEA/Swiss citizens.
  Application and tuition fees
  As a citizen of a country outside the European Union (EU), the European Economic Area (EEA) or Switzerland, you are required to pay application and tuition fees for studies at Umeå University.
  
  Application fee: SEK 900
  
  Tuition fee, first instalment: SEK 50,175
  
  Total fee: SEK 50,175
  
  Details about tuition, fees and funding
Autumn 2027
- Molecules of Life
  
  International admissions round
  
  HT27 / Ospecificerad ort / English / Web-based (online)
  
  Application opens 16 October 2026
  
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  Starts
  30 August 2027
  
  Ends
  16 January 2028
  
  Number of credits
  15 credits
  
  Type of studies
  Web-based (online)
  
  Mandatory meetings on campus
  0
  
  Mandatory remote sessions
  0
  
  Study pace
  50%
  
  Teaching hours
  Mixed
  
  Study location
  Ospecificerad ort
  
  Language
  English
  
  Application code
  UMU-F3500
  Eligibility
  
  90 credits in biology, biotechnology, chemistry, medicine, or other life‑science–oriented subjects
  
  and
  
  English 6/English level 2 or equivalent.
  
  Selection
  
  Academic credits awarded by application deadline (HPAV 30-285 ECTS)
  Application
  The online application opens 16 October 2026 at 13:00 CET. Application deadline is 15 January 2027.
  Application and tuition fees
  As a citizen of a country outside the European Union (EU), the European Economic Area (EEA) or Switzerland, you are required to pay application and tuition fees for studies at Umeå University.
  
  Application fee: SEK 900
  
  Tuition fee, first instalment: SEK 50,175
  
  Total fee: SEK 50,175
  
  Details about tuition, fees and funding

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