Use of animals in scientific research Field of study: Biology
Programme code: W2-S1BI19.2023

Module name: Use of animals in scientific research
Module code: 1BL_23_64
Programme code: W2-S1BI19.2023
Semester:
  • summer semester 2026/2027
  • winter semester 2026/2027
  • summer semester 2025/2026
  • winter semester 2025/2026
Language of instruction: depending on the choice
Form of verification: course work
ECTS credits: 3
Purpose and description of the content of education:
The course covers the Polish and European legal basis and principles of using animals for experimental purposes. The course aims to prepare students to participate in procedures related to the use of animals for scientific or educational purposes and to acquire skills in planning research and preparing the documentation necessary to obtain approval from an ethics committee.
List of modules that must be completed before starting this module (if necessary): not applicable
Learning outcome of the module Codes of the learning outcomes of the programme to which the learning outcome of the module is related [level of competence: scale 1-5]
Understands the importance of knowledge in problem-solving, can critically appraise his/her knowledge and is ready to consult experts when they have difficulties solving a problem independently. [K_1]
 1BL_K01 [5/5] 1BL_K03 [5/5] 1BL_K04 [5/5]
Be able to independently plan an experiment, identify its purpose, the severity category of the scheduled procedures and justify the use of selected animal species in the investigation and their number. [U_1]
 1BL_W10 [5/5] 1BL_U01 [5/5] 1BL_U03 [5/5] 1BL_U05 [5/5]
Be able to independently prepare an application to the local ethical committee for animal experiments for approval to carry out an investigation and to prepare retrospective evaluation documentation. [U_2]
 1BL_U06 [5/5] 1BL_U09 [5/5]
Princpant is familiar with the Polish and European legal basis and the rules on using animals for experimental purposes. [W_1]
 1BL_W13 [5/5]
Understands the need to protect animals used for scientific and educational purposes and knows the conditions for ensuring their welfare. [W_2]
 1BL_W08 [5/5]
Form of teaching Number of hours Methods of conducting classes Assessment of the learning outcomes Learning outcomes
lecture [01] 5 Formal lecture/ course-related lecture [a01] 
Screen presentation [c07] 
Working with a computer [d01] 
Self-education [f01] 
Individual work with a text [f02]  		course work W_1 W_2
discussion classes [02] 40 Explanation/clarification [a05] 
Lecture-discussion [b02] 
Activating method – discussion / debate [b04] 
Video show [c02] 
Screen presentation [c07] 
Working with a computer [d01] 
Project scheduling [e04] 
Internship [e05] 
Simulation [e07] 
Self-education [f01] 
Conceptual work [f03]  		course work K_1 U_1 U_2 W_1 W_2
The student's work, apart from participation in classes, includes in particular:
Name Category Description
Literature reading / analysis of source materials [a02] Preparation for classes
reading the literature indicated in the syllabus; reviewing, organizing, analyzing and selecting source materials to be used in class
Developing practical skills [a03] Preparation for classes
activities involving the repetition, refinement and consolidation of practical skills, including those developed during previous classes or new skills necessary for the implementation of subsequent elements of the curriculum (as preparation for class participation)
Production/preparation of tools, materials or documentation necessary for class participation [a05] Preparation for classes
developing, preparing and assessing the usefulness of tools and materials (e.g. aids, scenarios, research tools, equipment, etc.) to be employed in class or as an aid when preparing for classes
Getting acquainted with the syllabus content [b01] Consulting the curriculum and the organization of classes
reading through the syllabus and getting acquainted with its content
Determining the stages of task implementation contributing to the verification of learning outcomes [c01] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
devising a task implementation strategy embracing the division of content, the range of activities, implementation time and/or the method(s) of obtaining the necessary materials and tools, etc.
Studying the literature used in and the materials produced in class [c02] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
exploring the studied content, inquiring, considering, assimilating, interpreting it, or organizing knowledge obtained from the literature, documentation, instructions, scenarios, etc., used in class as well as from the notes or other materials/artifacts made in class
Implementation of an individual or group assignment necessary for course/phase/examination completion [c03] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
a set of activities aimed at performing an assigned task, to be executed out of class, as an obligatory phase/element of the verification of the learning outcomes assigned to the course
Undertaking, on one’s own initiative and individually, activities aimed at expanding the scope or depth of the teaching content, also beyond the walls of the University [e01] Activities complementary to the classes
a set of activities undertaken independently and on the student's own initiative, aimed at expanding the depth and scope of knowledge and skills, their revision and repetition, retention or verification, also activities carried outside the university, e.g., in a culture promoting or educational institution, a laboratory, in the open air, etc.; also self-education
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Syllabuses (USOSweb)
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