Final exam

End-of-class final examination

A comprehensive cumulative exam in the format of a graduate cell-biology end-of-term sit-down. Three sections, 120 minutes, single attempt per session. 70% on the MCQ portion to pass.

Section A · Module mastery
37 multiple-choice questions

One or more questions from each of the 18 modules. Tests recall and direct application of the lecture material.

Section B · Integrative MCQs
25 multi-module questions

Each question synthesises material from 2–3 modules. Tests reasoning across the curriculum, including drug mechanism, resistance, and mechanistic prediction.

Section C · Short answer
6 essay-style prompts

Self-assessed against an explicit rubric and a model answer revealed after submission. Not auto-scored — used to test depth, not speed.

Exam conditions
  • · Closed-book intent; no time-out during the 120-minute session.
  • · Auto-submit when time expires.
  • · Section A + B are auto-scored. Section C reveals model answers and rubric on submission.
  • · Pass: 70% on the MCQ portion (62 questions).