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752-4001-AAL 2 Credits MSC D-USYS , D-BAUG , D-HEST
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Microbiology

Lecturers & Examiners: PD Dr. Markus Schuppler
Enrolment ONLY for MSc students with a decree declaring this course unit as an additional admission requirement. Any other students (e.g. incoming exchange students, doctoral students) CANNOT enrol for this course unit.
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Last Updated: 2026-06-01 11:31:18

Abstract

Self-study course in microbiology.

Objective

Teaching of basic knowledge in microbiology.

Content

This is a self-study course for students with microbiology as an admission requirement. The goal of the course is that students acquire basics in microbiology, including bacterial cell biology, genetics, growth and physiology, metabolism, phylogeny and microbial diversity, and applications of microbiology.

Resources

Literature

This self-study course is based on the book 'Brock, Biology of Microorganisms'.

Learning Materials (Links)

General Information

Language
English
Levels
MSC
Frequency
Semesterly recurring

Examination

Type
graded semester performance
Es wird eine mündliche Prüfung von 45 Minuten am Ende des Semesters oder kurz nach dem Semester durchgeführt.An oral examination of 45 minutes is held at the end of the semester or shortly after the semester.

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
revision course / private study Microbiology
Self-study course. No presence required.
No time listed 60 h semesterly

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