Infection and Immunity 3A

Undergraduate | 2026

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Area/Catalogue
BIOL 3008
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Course ID
200429
Level of study
Level of study
Undergraduate
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Unit value
6
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Course level
3
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
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University-wide elective course
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Single course enrolment
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Note:
Course data is interim and subject to change

Course overview

This advanced course examines the molecular basis of host-pathogen interactions for bacterial and parasitic infections of significant global and medical importance.

Course learning outcomes

  • Articulate molecular mechanisms underpinning the growth of bacterial and parasitic pathogens, and how they interact with the host and their environments
  • Explain how bacterial and parasitic pathogens respond to and overcome control measures
  • Describe contemporary techniques used to understand and investigate the biology underpinning bacterial and parasitic pathology and survival. Appraise the appropriateness of experimental strategies and the strengths and weaknesses of techniques frequently used in microbiology research
  • Review, summarise and discuss research papers relevant to bacterial and parasitic infections of global importance
  • Work collegially in small teams to understand scientific problems and processes, and communicate these effectively to staff and peers
  • Use Gen-AI effectively and responsibly to assist in understanding theoretical concepts, and to construct a framework for an extended written piece

Prerequisite(s)

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Corequisite(s)

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Antirequisite(s)

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