Overview
Immunology is a branch of biomedical science that studies the function of the immune system which protects us from infections. Immunology also includes the study of disorders of the immune system that contribute to immunodeficiency, autoimmunity, allergies and some cancers. The discipline of Immunology is also critical in the development … For more content click the Read More button below.
This specialisation provides an advanced understanding of immunology, pathology and microbiology and will be beneficial to students wishing to pursue careers as biomedical researchers, hospital-scientists and laboratory technicians involved in the diagnosis of disease, development of immunotherapies or clinical trials. The specialisation would also be highly valuable for students who wish to pursue postgraduate medicine.
Learning Outcomes
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Explain key features of the structure, development and function of the immune system
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Identify current strategies to modulate immune responses and assess their effectiveness in improving human health
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Select and apply suitable immunological techniques and tools to investigate clinical disorders and draw principles to inform treatment
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Examine the physical, cellular and molecular processes that determine immunodeficiencies and immune responses to infections, neoplasia, transplantation, allergies and autoimmune diseases
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Outline the processes in vaccine design and explain the molecular and cellular responses elicited by vaccination
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Perform basic immunology laboratory procedures, keep an accurate record of experimental data, and conduct objective data analysis and reporting
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Available in Program(s) Single degree program(s) in which this specialisation is available:
Bachelor of Science - BSc3970 - Science
Specialisation Structure
Students must complete 78 UOC.
Level 1 Core Courses30 Units of Credit:
Level 2 Core Courses30 Units of Credit:
Level 3 Core Courses12 Units of Credit:
Level 3 Prescribed Electives6 Units of Credit:
Recommended Electives
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