BIO501 Advanced Molecular Biology
BIO501 Advanced Molecular Biology
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Genetics and Bioengineering
Altijana Hromić-Jahjefendić
Course Lecturer
Course Objectives
It offers students a comprehensive curriculum in modern topics related to molecular biology, scientific article analysis, and up-to-date methodologies in advanced molecular biology and medical cell biology. Through lectures on project drafting and scientific and personnel management, students will acquire additional skills that are important for the development of scientific proposals. This course provides a foundation for further scientific involvement.
Learning Outcomes
After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:
Course Materials
Required Textbook
Selected original research articles published in high-impact factor international journals. Coursework will be supplemented with appropriate journal articles at the discretion of the instructor. In addition, a series of online resources will be also employed throughout the course.
Additional Literature
Selected online research articles.Teaching Methods
This course employs a range of teaching and learning methods (presentations
Group discussions
Scientific article analysis
)
Weekly Topics
| Week | Topic | Readings / References |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to Advanced Molecular Biology course concept. | |
| 2 | Scientific article analysis in Molecular Biology | |
| 3 | Selected paper presentation | |
| 4 | Selected paper presentation | |
| 5 | Selected paper presentation | |
| 6 | Selected paper presentation | |
| 7 | Selected paper presentation | |
| 8 | Selected paper presentation | |
| 9 | Selected paper presentation | |
| 10 | Selected paper presentation | |
| 11 | Selected paper presentation | |
| 12 | Selected paper presentation | |
| 13 | Selected paper presentation | |
| 14 | Selected paper presentation | |
| 15 | General Review |
Course Schedule (All Sections)
| Section | Type | Day 1 | Venue 1 | Day 2 | Venue 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BIO501.1 | Course | Tuesday 17:00 - 19:50 | A F1.17 | - | - |
Office Hours & Room
| Day | Time | Office | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 08:00 - 11:00 | A F1.28 | |
| Thursday | 08:00 - 10:00 | A F1.28 |
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Assessment Components
Final Presentation
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes :
Midterm presentation
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes :
Participation and discussion
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes :
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:
Final project preparation
45 hours ⏳ (3 week × 15 h)
Midterm project preparation
33 hours ⏳ (3 week × 11 h)
Participation and discussion
36 hours ⏳ (6 week × 6 h)
Home study
36 hours ⏳ (6 week × 6 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 [BIO501] 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 Mar 03, 2026 | International University of Sarajevo
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| Course Code | Course Title | Weekly Hours* | ECTS | Weekly Class Schedule | ||||||
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| BIO501 | Advanced Molecular Biology | 3 | 0 | 6 | ||||||
| Prerequisite | None | It is a prerequisite to | - | |||||||
| Lecturer | Altijana Hromić-Jahjefendić | Office Hours / Room / Phone | Monday: 8:00-11:00 Thursday: 8:00-10:00 |
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| ahromic@ius.edu.ba | ||||||||||
| Assistant | Assistant E-mail | |||||||||
| Course Objectives | It offers students a comprehensive curriculum in modern topics related to molecular biology, scientific article analysis, and up-to-date methodologies in advanced molecular biology and medical cell biology. Through lectures on project drafting and scientific and personnel management, students will acquire additional skills that are important for the development of scientific proposals. This course provides a foundation for further scientific involvement. | |||||||||
| Textbook | Selected original research articles published in high-impact factor international journals. Coursework will be supplemented with appropriate journal articles at the discretion of the instructor. In addition, a series of online resources will be also employed throughout the course. | |||||||||
| Additional Literature |
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| Learning Outcomes | After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to: | |||||||||
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| Teaching Methods | This course employs a range of teaching and learning methods (presentations, group discussions, scientific article analysis,) | |||||||||
| Teaching Method Delivery | Hybrid / blended | Teaching Method Delivery Notes | ||||||||
| WEEK | TOPIC | REFERENCE | ||||||||
| Week 1 | Introduction to Advanced Molecular Biology course concept. | |||||||||
| Week 2 | Scientific article analysis in Molecular Biology | |||||||||
| Week 3 | Selected paper presentation | |||||||||
| Week 4 | Selected paper presentation | |||||||||
| Week 5 | Selected paper presentation | |||||||||
| Week 6 | Selected paper presentation | |||||||||
| Week 7 | Selected paper presentation | |||||||||
| Week 8 | Selected paper presentation | |||||||||
| Week 9 | Selected paper presentation | |||||||||
| Week 10 | Selected paper presentation | |||||||||
| Week 11 | Selected paper presentation | |||||||||
| Week 12 | Selected paper presentation | |||||||||
| Week 13 | Selected paper presentation | |||||||||
| Week 14 | Selected paper presentation | |||||||||
| Week 15 | General Review | |||||||||
| Assessment Methods and Criteria | Evaluation Tool | Quantity | Weight | Alignment with LOs | AI Usage |
| Final Presentation | 1 | 40 | Not Allowed | ||
| Semester Evaluation Components | |||||
| Midterm presentation | 1 | 30 | Not Allowed | ||
| Participation and discussion | 1 | 30 | Not Allowed | ||
| *** ECTS Credit Calculation *** | |||||
| Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | |||
| Final project preparation | 15 | 3 | 45 | Midterm project preparation | 11 | 3 | 33 | |||
| Participation and discussion | 6 | 6 | 36 | Home study | 6 | 6 | 36 | |||
| Total Workload Hours = | 150 | |||||||||
| *T= Teaching, P= Practice | ECTS Credit = | 6 | ||||||||
| Course Academic Quality Assurance: Semester Student Survey | Last Update Date: 27/03/2026 | |||||||||