SHE level 11 SCQF credit points 15 ECTS credit points 7.5 Module code MMC530757 Module Leader Janice Spencer School School of Health and Life Sciences Subject Biological and Biomedical Sciences Trimester A (September start)
Summary of content This module examines, at an in-depth level, the mechanisms employed by bacterial, viral and fungal pathogens of humans to cause disease. Students should gain an understanding of the role of the immune response to prevent infection and the maintenance of homeostasis. There will be an emphasis on priority pathogens, antimicrobial resistance and the requirement for the development of novel treatments and advanced diagnostics.
Module details Syllabus arrow_forward Immunology
Learning outcomes arrow_forward On successful completion of this module, students should be able to:
Teaching / learning strategy arrow_forward Students will be taught using recorded lectures and online support mechanisms including quizzes and tutorials, student centred learning and data analysis and interpretation. Student-centred learning will involve chelating information from library resources including current peer reviewed material. Data interpretation sessions will provide exercises in handling scientific data to encourage the consolidation of their taught material and understanding.
Transferrable skills arrow_forward In addition to knowledge of the core lecture material, each student should develop a series of generic skills. These include written and graphical abstract presentation skills time management, scientific writing skills and the theory of innovative laboratory practice. Data analysis skills, problem solving and interpretation of clinical data.
Module structure Activity Total hours Lectures 18 Tutorials 12 Practicals 0 Seminars 0 Independent Learning 110 Assessment 10 Placement 0
Assessment methods Component Duration Weighting Threshold Description Course Work001 100 45 CW01: Data Interpretation
