Program Overview

Cell Biology Program Details

The Cell Biology program at Umeå University is a comprehensive course that covers the central parts of modern Molecular Cell Biology. The program includes theoretical knowledge and practical applications, with a focus on malignant cell growth and tumor progression.

Program Description

The theory part of the program comprises comprehensive theoretical knowledge of the most central parts of modern Molecular Cell Biology. The program also covers the concept of malignant cell growth and provides examples of molecular mechanisms behind tumor progression. The students will be given training in oral presentation of mini-case and study questions during four sessions. The practical part of the course is an application of the theoretical part and includes work in model systems and methodology for cell biological studies. A consistent theme is that participants will receive training in independently planning experiments and analyses. The student will also be given training in how to compile an individual laboratory report to be presented in the same format as a scientific article.

Program Details

• Type: Course, first cycle
• Study pace: Full time
• Study location: Umeå
• Type of studies: On campus
• Number of credits: 15 credits
• Teaching hours: Daytime
• Language: English
• Application code: UMU-51521

Eligibility and Selection

• Eligibility: 20 ECTS from finished courses in Chemistry, including at least 5 ECTS in Biochemistry, or alternatively, 20 ECTS from a combination of finished courses in Chemistry and Physics and/or Mathematics, including at least 5 ECTS in Biochemistry; 20 ECTS from finished courses in Biology, containing Microbiology, Molecular Biology, and Genetics.
• Selection: Academic credits

Application and Tuition Fees

• Application fee: SEK 900
• Tuition fee, first instalment: SEK 38,075
• Total fee: SEK 38,075

Program Schedule

• Starts: 19 January 2026
• Ends: 23 March 2026

Additional Information

• The program is part of Umeå University's vibrant academic community, where high-quality education meets groundbreaking research in science, technology, humanities, and the arts.
• Umeå University is certified as a Healthy Campus, with many initiatives that promote health and well-being.
• The university is ranked #1 globally in the main categories of Living, Support, and Overall Satisfaction.