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FUNDAMENTAL IMMUNOLOGY

Module code: BI601
Credits: 5
Semester: 1
Department: BIOLOGY
International:
Coordinator: Dr Sinead Miggin (BIOLOGY)

	Overview
	The taught component of the module will include innate immunology, B cell biology, the structure and function of antibody and how diversity is generated. Cell mediated immunology will be examined, contrasting T cell recognition with B cell recognition of antigen. T cell effector and regulatory functions and cytokine production will be discussed in detail, following an in depth examination of the MHC structure, organisation and function to give students a good grounding in the scientific theory underlying modern Immunology. In addition, students will undertake 6 hours of practical work to introduce basic techniques in Immunology.

Overview

The taught component of the module will include innate immunology, B cell biology, the structure and function of antibody and how diversity is generated. Cell mediated immunology will be examined, contrasting T cell recognition with B cell recognition of antigen. T cell effector and regulatory functions and cytokine production will be discussed in detail, following an in depth examination of the MHC structure, organisation and function to give students a good grounding in the scientific theory underlying modern Immunology. In addition, students will undertake 6 hours of practical work to introduce basic techniques in Immunology.

	Learning Outcomes
	On successful completion of the module, students should be able to: have a thorough grounding in the fundamental aspects of Immunology, have a core understanding of the principles of Immunology, understand fundamental concepts in how living organisms counter infection.

Teaching & Learning methods

Assessment

	Autumn Supplementals/Resits
	Are supplemental/resit registrations permitted? Yes Is Supplemental Continuous Assessment registration permitted? No Is Supplemental Continuous Assessment capped? No

	Timetable
	This timetable is not currently available, please contact the Biology Department.

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