BIO602 Molecular Biomedicine
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Genetics and Bioengineering
Jasmin Šutković
Course Lecturer
Course Objectives
It offers students an outstanding curriculum in modern biomedical research, cancer reseach, stem cell research and medical cell biology. Apart of scientific communication, project drafting and data analysis and management, the PhD students acquire additional skills that are important for a successful career in science. This course provides a foundation for the further scientific involvement in Biomedicine. After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to: 1 Participate in an scientific discussion relating to biomedicine. 2 Adopt novel technologies in genome editing and describe current technological trends in medical applications 3 Discuss a current state-of-the-art in cancer research. Explain scientific experimental models in Molecular Biomedicine. 4 Critically evaluate the results from scientific publications 5 Prepare a quality scientific project proposal.
Learning Outcomes
After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:
Course Materials
Required Textbook
Selected publications
Additional Literature
TBDTeaching Methods
Lecturing
Presentations
Discussions
Weekly Topics
| Week | Topic | Readings / References |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Presentation of the Syllabus - Introduction of the Course | Selected publications |
| 2 | Introduction to Molecular Biomedicine | Selected publications |
| 3 | Assignment 1 presentations -A | Selected publications |
| 4 | Assignment 1 presentations - B | Selected publications |
| 5 | In silico research - examples | Selected publications |
| 6 | Student project proposals discussion -A | Selected publications |
| 7 | Student project proposals discussion -B | Selected publications |
| 8 | MIDTERM WEEK | Selected publications |
| 9 | How to write a scientific paper /review paper | Selected publications |
| 10 | Example of a project proposal | Selected publications |
| 11 | Assignment 2 presentations -A | Selected publications |
| 12 | Assignment 2 presentations -B | Selected publications |
| 13 | Discussion of specific topics related to Molecular biomedicine | Selected publications |
| 14 | Discussion of specific topics related to Molecular biomedicine | |
| 15 | COURSE Overview |
Course Schedule (All Sections)
| Section | Type | Day 1 | Venue 1 | Day 2 | Venue 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BIO602.1 | Course | Friday 17:00 - 19:50 | A F1.10 | - | - |
Office Hours & Room
| Day | Time | Office | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday | 09:00 - 12:00 | A F1.13 | Or any time via teams |
| Thursday | 09:00 - 11:00 | A F1.13 | Or any time via teams |
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Assessment Components
Final Exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 2
Assigments
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 2
Midterm project
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 2
Attendance /Discussion involvement
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1
IUS Grading System
| Grading Scale | IUS Grading System | IUS Coeff. | Letter (B&H) | Numerical (B&H) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 - 44 | F | 0 | F | 5 |
| 45 - 54 | E | 1 | ||
| 55 - 64 | C | 2 | E | 6 |
| 65 - 69 | C+ | 2.3 | D | 7 |
| 70 -74 | B- | 2.7 | ||
| 75 - 79 | B | 3 | C | 8 |
| 80 - 84 | B+ | 3.3 | ||
| 85 - 94 | A- | 3.7 | B | 9 |
| 95 - 100 | A | 4 | A | 10 |
Late Work Policy
Information about late submission policies will be shared during class and posted in this section. Please check back for official guidelines.
ECTS Credit Calculation
📚 Student Workload
This 6 ECTS credit course corresponds to 150 hours of total student workload, distributed as follows:
Lecture Hours
45 hours ⏳ (15 week × 3 h)
Assignments
30 hours ⏳ (15 week × 2 h)
Home Study
45 hours ⏳ (15 week × 3 h)
Final exam study
30 hours ⏳ (2 week × 15 h)
150 Total Workload Hours
6 ECTS Credits
Course Policies
Academic Integrity
All work submitted must be your own. Plagiarism, cheating, or any form of academic dishonesty will result in disciplinary action according to university policies. When in doubt about citation practices, consult the instructor.
Attendance Policy
Students are expected to adhere to the attendance requirements as outlined in the International University of Sarajevo Study Rules and Regulations. Excessive absences, whether excused or unexcused, may impact academic performance and eligibility for assessment. Mandatory sessions (e.g., labs, workshops) require attendance unless formally exempted. For detailed policies on absences, documentation, and penalties, please refer to the official university regulations.
Technology & AI Policy
Laptops/tablets may be used for note-taking only during lectures. Phones should be silenced and put away during all class sessions. Audio/video recording requires prior permission from the instructor.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Usage: The use of AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Copilot, Gemini) varies by assessment component. Please refer to the AI usage indicator next to each assessment item in the Assessment Methods and Criteria section above. Submitting AI-generated content as your own work, where AI is not explicitly allowed, constitutes an academic integrity violation.
Communication Policy
All course-related communication should occur through official university channels (institutional email or SIS). Emails should include [BIO602] in the subject line.
Academic Quality Assurance Policy
Course Academic Quality Assurance is achieved through Semester Student Survey. At the end of each academic year, the institution of higher education is obliged to evaluate work of the academic staff, or the success of realization of the curricula.
Learning Tips
Be prepared to contribute thoughtfully during class discussions, labs, or collaborative work. Active participation deepens understanding and encourages critical thinking.
Complete assigned readings or prep materials before class. Take notes, highlight key ideas, and jot down questions. Aim to grasp core concepts and their applications—not just facts.
Use course frameworks or methodologies to analyze problems, case studies, or projects. Begin early to allow time for reflection and refinement. Seek feedback to improve your work.
Don’t hesitate to reach out when something is unclear. Use office hours, discussion boards, or peer networks to clarify concepts and stay on track.
Syllabus Last Updated on Oct 10, 2025 | International University of Sarajevo
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| Course Code | Course Title | Weekly Hours* | ECTS | Weekly Class Schedule | ||||||
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| BIO602 | Molecular Biomedicine | 3 | 1 | 6 | Monday -17h-20h | |||||
| Prerequisite | None | It is a prerequisite to | - | |||||||
| Lecturer | Jasmin Šutković | Office Hours / Room / Phone | Tuesday: 9:00-12:00 Or any time via teams Thursday: 9:00-11:00 Or any time via teams |
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| jsutkovic@ius.edu.ba | ||||||||||
| Assistant | Assistant E-mail | |||||||||
| Course Objectives | It offers students an outstanding curriculum in modern biomedical research, cancer reseach, stem cell research and medical cell biology. Apart of scientific communication, project drafting and data analysis and management, the PhD students acquire additional skills that are important for a successful career in science. This course provides a foundation for the further scientific involvement in Biomedicine. After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to: 1 Participate in an scientific discussion relating to biomedicine. 2 Adopt novel technologies in genome editing and describe current technological trends in medical applications 3 Discuss a current state-of-the-art in cancer research. Explain scientific experimental models in Molecular Biomedicine. 4 Critically evaluate the results from scientific publications 5 Prepare a quality scientific project proposal. |
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| Textbook | Selected publications | |||||||||
| Additional Literature |
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| Learning Outcomes | After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to: | |||||||||
| Teaching Methods | Lecturing, presentations, discussions | |||||||||
| Teaching Method Delivery | Face-to-face | Teaching Method Delivery Notes | ||||||||
| WEEK | TOPIC | REFERENCE | ||||||||
| Week 1 | Presentation of the Syllabus - Introduction of the Course | Selected publications | ||||||||
| Week 2 | Introduction to Molecular Biomedicine | Selected publications | ||||||||
| Week 3 | Assignment 1 presentations -A | Selected publications | ||||||||
| Week 4 | Assignment 1 presentations - B | Selected publications | ||||||||
| Week 5 | In silico research - examples | Selected publications | ||||||||
| Week 6 | Student project proposals discussion -A | Selected publications | ||||||||
| Week 7 | Student project proposals discussion -B | Selected publications | ||||||||
| Week 8 | MIDTERM WEEK | Selected publications | ||||||||
| Week 9 | How to write a scientific paper /review paper | Selected publications | ||||||||
| Week 10 | Example of a project proposal | Selected publications | ||||||||
| Week 11 | Assignment 2 presentations -A | Selected publications | ||||||||
| Week 12 | Assignment 2 presentations -B | Selected publications | ||||||||
| Week 13 | Discussion of specific topics related to Molecular biomedicine | Selected publications | ||||||||
| Week 14 | Discussion of specific topics related to Molecular biomedicine | |||||||||
| Week 15 | COURSE Overview | |||||||||
| Assessment Methods and Criteria | Evaluation Tool | Quantity | Weight | Alignment with LOs | AI Usage |
| Final Exam | 1 | 40 | 2.3.4.5 | Not Allowed | |
| Semester Evaluation Components | |||||
| Assigments | 2 | 20 | 2.3.5 | Not Allowed | |
| Midterm project | 1 | 30 | 2.3.4 | Not Allowed | |
| Attendance /Discussion involvement | 1 | 10 | 1 | Not Allowed | |
| *** ECTS Credit Calculation *** | |||||
| Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | |||
| Lecture Hours | 3 | 15 | 45 | Assignments | 2 | 15 | 30 | |||
| Home Study | 3 | 15 | 45 | Final exam study | 15 | 2 | 30 | |||
| Total Workload Hours = | 150 | |||||||||
| *T= Teaching, P= Practice | ECTS Credit = | 6 | ||||||||
| Course Academic Quality Assurance: Semester Student Survey | Last Update Date: 11/10/2025 | |||||||||