Modules

Core Module Information
Module title: Infection and Immunity [Hong Kong]
SCQF level: 09:
SCQF credit value: 20.00
ECTS credit value: 10
Module code: BMS09606
Module leader: Clare Taylor
School School of Applied Sciences
Subject area group: Life Sciences
Prerequisites

There are no pre-requisites for this module to be added
Description of module content:

In this module you will investigate the mechanisms by which medically-important microorganisms interact with the immune system to cause infection in humans. As well as considering immune evasion and diagnostic methods, new and current strategies to prevent and treat infection will also be examined, in the context of antimicrobial resistance. You will develop key transferable skills including analysis of scientific writing, laboratory skills, and critical thinking skills.
Learning Outcomes for module:

Upon completion of this module you will be able to

LO1: Illustrate the diversity of microbial pathogens which cause infection in humans.

LO2: Compare and contrast strategies by which different pathogens invade and cause infections in a host, including subversion of the immune system.

LO3: Evaluate strategies for the prevention and treatment of infection, including in the context of antimicrobial resistance.

LO4: Evaluate the use of different experimental approaches relevant to medical microbiology.

LO5: Evaluate experimental data and develop critical thinking skills.
Full Details of Teaching and Assessment
2025/6, Trimester 2, In Person,
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Occurrence: 001
Primary mode of delivery: In Person
Location of delivery: HONG KONG
Partner:
Member of staff responsible for delivering module: Clare Taylor
Module Organiser:


Student Activity (Notional Equivalent Study Hours (NESH))
Mode of activityLearning & Teaching ActivityNESH (Study Hours)NESH Description
Face To Face Lecture 15 Module lectures will be delivered by academic tutors with lecture materials made available for review via Moodle. It is expected that you supplement your learning with additional materials which will be shared via the Module Leganto reading list at the beginning of the module.
Independent Learning Tutorial 6 Whole class tutorials will be held live online with the module leader. These tutorials will focus on the critical discussion of scientific papers, and provide opportunities for formative feedback ahead of your online tests. To get full benefit from these sessions, you are expected to come prepared by reading the relevant papers in advance of the session, and come ready for discussion.
Face To Face Practical classes and workshops 9 You will have the opportunity to get hands-on experience of key practical techniques used in the medical microbiology laboratory. Understanding how and why these techniques are performed will also supplement your understanding of the module theory content. The timing of practical sessions is indicative and may move subject to local arrangements. The exact weeks will be confirmed to you at the beginning of the module.
Online Guided independent study 8 This guided independent learning is to support you in developing critical thinking skills which are essential skills for scientists. These skills will be necessary to complete component 2 and you will undertake formative assessment tasks so that you can reflect on your learning. The timing of of this Independent Learning is indicative and may move subject to local arrangements. The exact weeks will be confirmed to you at the beginning of the module.
Online Guided independent study 162 Throughout the trimester, you are expected to structure in time to reflect upon the learning you have undertaken in your scheduled sessions and to complete your essential reading. You are encouraged to read more widely around the topics you are studying and engage in Moodle activities and resources. You will need to ensure that you have sufficient time to prepare and plan for your assessment tasks.
Total Study Hours200
Expected Total Study Hours for Module200


Assessment
Type of Assessment Weighting % LOs covered Week due Length in Hours/Words Description
Class Test 20 1~2~3 Week 8 HOURS= 1 Time-limited, online multiple choice test
Class Test 20 1~2~3 Week 10 HOURS= 1 Time-limited, online multiple choice test
Class Test 60 4~5 Exam Period HOURS= 7 days Open Book Class Test which must be completed within 7 days and answers submitted via Moodle
Component 1 subtotal: 40
Component 2 subtotal: 60
Module subtotal: 100

Indicative References and Reading List - URL:
BMS09606 Infection & Immunity (Hong Kong)
 

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