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Core Module Information
Module title: Immunology [Hong Kong]
SCQF level: 09:
SCQF credit value: 20.00
ECTS credit value: 10
Module code: BMS09609
Module leader: Eva Malone
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:

The first lectures will introduce the major elements of the human immune systemintroducing for example phagocytes, B cells, T cells, antigen presenting cells,complement, antibodies, cytokines and Toll-like receptors. The complex,multifactorial, co-ordinated responses of the immune system will be explored with aninitial, in depth focus on acute inflammation. Immune tolerance, T cell development and T cell and B cell effector mechanisms will also be covered. Once the foundations of the immune system are covered, the knowledge acquired will be used to evaluate the involvement of the immune system in pathology (e.g. hypersensitivity) and reflect on the contribution of immunotechnology to modern medicine (e.g. vaccination). The lectures are supported by interactive tutorial sessions. The practical sessions associated with the module will incorporate a variety of immunological techniques and are embedded to support and enhance the lecture material delivered in addition to developing relevant practical skills.
Learning Outcomes for module:

Upon completion of this module you will be able to

LO1: Illustrate the complex and co-ordinated processes involved in acute inflammation.

LO2: Utilise a problem-solving approach to demonstrate diagnostic techniques and analyse numerical data.

LO3: Evaluate the contribution of the molecular approach to the study of immunology.

LO4: Provide a rationale for the involvement of the immune response in pathology.

LO5: Critically reflect on the use of immunotechnology in modern medicine.
Full Details of Teaching and Assessment
2026/7, Trimester 1, 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: Eva Malone
Module Organiser:


Student Activity (Notional Equivalent Study Hours (NESH))
Mode of activityLearning & Teaching ActivityNESH (Study Hours)NESH Description
Face To Face Lecture 14 Your lectures will be interactive and delivered in person or online and you will be provided with the lecture content before each session.
Face To Face Tutorial 7 The tutorials will be interactive sessions linking to the lectures, laboratories and module assessments. You will be provided with guidance on the reading or preparation required before each tutorial.
Face To Face Practical classes and workshops 6 Your laboratory sessions will be hands on and you will have the opportunity to work independently, develop your laboratory skills, generate data and problem solve.
Online GROUPIND_STUDY 173 Throughout the trimester, you are expected to structure your time to reflect upon the learning you have undertaken in your scheduled sessions and to prepare for tutorials and practical sessions. 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 complete 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
Laboratory report 30 2~4 Week 11 , WORDS= 1500 words You are being asked to analyse data related to the laboratory techniques you complete during your practical sessions and to use that information, the immunological information provided and your independent research to identify what is happening in each case study. This task is related to your practical sessions, but it also links to the new content you are learning about in the module.
Project - Written 70 1~3~5 Exam Period , WORDS= 3000 words You are being asked to read and critically engage with selected resources, identify key information within those sources and discuss, evaluate and communicate relevant information in relation to the tasks set.
Component 1 subtotal: 30
Component 2 subtotal: 70
Module subtotal: 100

Indicative References and Reading List - URL:
BMS09609 Immunology [Hong Kong]
 

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