Course, master’s level
15 credits
Malmö | daytime | 100%
19 January 2026 - 29 March 2026
Code for the course: BM822E

This course is offered as part of programme:

Course content

The aim of the course is for the student to acquire knowledge enabling the appreciation of the concepts of nanotechnology and molecular biology, and theintegration of which within biomedical surface science

The course outlines recent developments within nanotechnology and the implications thereof for molecular biology. Also, application of the principles of colloid and surface chemistry in order to control preparations and properties of nanostructures is emphasized. Moreover, the interactions of live cells and cellular structures with nano objects, and also, techniques used for regulation on the molecular and aggregate levels, drawing on different nanotechnologies, will be discussed.

Entry requirements

1\. Bachelor’s degree (180 credits) or equivalent with a major in chemistry, biochemistry, biomedical technology, biomedical methods and technology, biomedical laboratory science, or in other areas of natural, medical, engineering sciences or technology of relevance to the programme with a minimum of 15 credits in chemistry and/or biochemistry.

2\. The equivalent of English B, or English 6, in Swedish secondary school.

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Course evaluation

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