| Course code | AG4-O11-24p |
| Course Title | Award in Biology |
| MQF | 4 |
| ECTS | 12 |
| Duration | 120 hours |
| Schedule |
Monday 27th January 2025 from 6 pm till 8 pm Friday 31st January 2025 from 6 pm till 8 pm
Monday 3rd February 2025 from 6 pm till 8 pm Friday 7th February 2025 from 6 pm till 8 pm Friday 14th February 2025 from 6 pm till 8 pm Monday 17th February 2025 from 6 pm till 8 pm Friday 21st February 2025 from 6 pm till 8 pm Monday 24th February 2025 from 6 pm till 8 pm Friday 28th February 2025 from 6 pm till 8 pm
Monday 3rd March 2025 from 5 pm till 8 pm Friday 7th March 2025 from 6 pm till 8 pm Monday 10th March 2025 from 6 pm till 8 pm Friday 14th March 2025 from 6 pm till 8 pm Monday 17th March 2025 from 6 pm till 8 pm Friday 21st March 2025 from 6 pm till 8 pm Monday 24th March 2025 from 6 pm till 8 pm Friday 28th March 2025 from 6 pm till 8 pm
Friday 4th April 2025 from 6 pm till 8 pm Monday 7th April 2025 from 6 pm till 8 pm Friday 11th April 2025 from 6 pm till 8 pm Monday 14th April 2025 from 6 pm till 8 pm Monday 28th April 2025 from 6 pm till 8pm
Friday 2nd May 2025 from 6 pm till 8 pm Monday 5th May 2025 from 6 pm till 8 pm Friday 9th May 2025 from 6 pm till 8 pm Monday 12th May 2025 from 6 pm till 8pm Friday 16th May 2025 from 6 pm till 8 pm Monday 19th May 2025 from 6 pm till 8pm Friday 23rd May 2025 from 6 pm till 8 pm Monday 26th May 2025 from 6 pm till 8pm Friday 30th May 2025 from 6 pm till 8 pm
Monday 2nd June 2025 from 6 pm till 8 pm Friday 6th June 2025 from 6 pm till 8 pm Monday 9th June 2025 from 6 pm till 8pm Friday 13th June 2025 from 6 pm till 8 pm Monday 16th June 2025 from 6 pm till 8pm Friday 20th June 2025 from 6 pm till 8 pm Monday 23rd June 2025 from 6 pm till 8pm Friday 27th June 2025 from 6 pm till 8 pm Monday 30th June 2025 from 6 pm till 8pm
Friday 4th July 2025 from 5 pm till 8 pm Monday 7th July 2025 from 5 pm till 8pm Friday 11th July 2025 from 5 pm till 8 pm Monday 14th July 2025 from 5 pm till 8pm Friday 18th July 2025 from 5 pm till 8 pm Monday 21st July 2025 from 5 pm till 8pm Friday 25th July 2025 from 5 pm till 8 pm Monday 28th July 2025 from 5 pm till 8pm
Friday 1st of August 2025 from 5 pm till 8 pm Monday 4th of August 2025 from 5 pm till 8 pm Friday 8th of August 2025 from 5 pm till 8 pm Monday 11th of August 2025 from 5 pm till 8 pm Monday 18th of August 2025 from 5 pm till 8 pm
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| Prospected End date | 18/08/2025 |
| Lecturer Name | Dr. Francesca Busuttil |
| Mode of Delivery | Face to Face |
| Time of Lecture | Varies according to schedule as per details provided |
| Block & Lecture Room | MCAST Agribusiness, Qormi Room 7 |
| List of External Venues | N/A |
| Number of assessments | 2/3 |
| Method of Assessment | TCA, CBA, THA |
| Institute & Responsible DD | MCAST Agribusiness |
| Coordinator | Mr. Claude Ebejer |
| Contact Email | [email protected] |
| Certification [if applicable] | Applicable if student achieves a minimum of 70% attendance |
| Attendance | Attendance is recorded through Classter, students are required to register on this system prior to course commencement. |
Disclaimer:
Given the nature of the content of these preparatory programmes – wherein it is not intended for the foundations of the subject to be covered, as they are considered that they have already been fully attained by the course participant – applicants without any previous coverage of Level 4 content in the area of the Award, will not be able to fully benefit with fruition from the outcomes of same programmes. To this effect, whilst applicants without any basics in the subject can still express interest in committing themselves for the chosen course/s, they will be expected to invest a considerable amount of additional self-study in order to bridge the gaps in view of being able to grasp with fruition what will be delivered during these Award programmes .
This Award will cover the content upon which the Biology entry exam for the Master of Science in Veterinary Medicine will be based.
The course provides a comprehensive introduction to essential biological concepts for students aiming to pursue advanced studies in veterinary medicine or related fields. It covers foundational topics such as the structure and function of key biomolecules, cell organization, and metabolic processes in both animals and plants. Students will explore major physiological systems, including the circulatory, nervous, and digestive systems, with a focus on their roles in maintaining homeostasis and health. The course also delves into immune responses, osmoregulation, and nutrient absorption. Additionally, it addresses ecological interactions, genetic diversity, and evolutionary mechanisms, offering insights into species classification and the relationships between organisms. By completing this course, students will gain a solid foundation in biology, preparing them for future academic and professional endeavors in the life sciences.
Overall Learning Outcomes
Outline different theories related to biochemical compounds and cells
Identify concepts related to how the different animal body systems function
Assess theories related to ecology and genetics
Recognise principles related to biological diversity and classification
