COURSE UNIT TITLE

Offered By

Canser Epidemiology Doctorate

Level of Course Unit

Third Cycle Programmes (Doctorate Degree)

Course Coordinator

PROFESSOR DOCTOR YASEMIN BAŞBINAR

Offered to

Canser Epidemiology Doctorate
Canser Epidemiology

Course Objective

The focus of this course is on the application and interpretation of cancer studies using biomarkers. Topics include biomarkers, biomarkers related to exposure, metabolism / activation and other biological pathways, intermediates / endpoints, early cancer detection and prognosis. In each subject, examples are discussed to illustrate different issues in the interpretation of the results. The class will be devoted to theoretical lectures, article readings and discussions.

Learning Outcomes of the Course Unit

Mode of Delivery

Face -to- Face

Prerequisites and Co-requisites

None

Recomended Optional Programme Components

None

Course Contents

Recomended or Required Reading

Textbook of Cancer Epidemiology, Third Edition, Edited by Hans-Olov Adami, Edited by David J. Hunter, Edited by Pagona Lagiou, and Edited by Lorelei Mucci

Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods

Making theoretical lessons, Preparing for exam, homework preparation, laboratory practice

Assessment Methods

Further Notes About Assessment Methods

None

Assessment Criteria

Learning outcomes will be evaluated by using classical written long answer questions in the final exam.

Language of Instruction

Turkish

Course Policies and Rules

To be announced.

Contact Details for the Lecturer(s)

hulya.ellidokuz@deu.edu.tr 0 232 4125889/5801

Office Hours

Tuesday 12.30-13.30

Work Placement(s)

None

Workload Calculation

Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes