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Module title: Applied Immunology
SCQF level: 11:
SCQF credit value: 20.00
ECTS credit value: 10
Module code: BMS11113
Module leader: Graham Wright
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 explore how immunological knowledge is applied in real-world healthcare and biomedical research. You will begin by engaging with core concepts of innate and adaptive immunity through a flipped-learning format, using digital content and interactive quizzes to develop a critical understanding of immune mechanisms and immunopathology.You will then investigate cutting-edge applications of immunology through case-based learning. Topics may include population-level interventions such as vaccination programmes, personalised cell-based therapies for cancer and infection, and experimental approaches for autoimmune disease treatment. You will also take part in laboratory-based practical work where you will generate and interpret data in collaboration with peers.Throughout the module, you will be supported to develop skills in critical evaluation, data analysis, and professional scientific communication. By the end, you will be able to apply immunological principles to current therapeutic and diagnostic strategies and communicate your understanding in written scientific formats.
Learning Outcomes for module:

Upon completion of this module you will be able to

LO1: Demonstrate a critical understanding of innate and adaptive immune mechanisms, and apply these principles to the analysis of immune function in health and disease.

LO2: Evaluate population-level immunological interventions, including those designed to prevent or mitigate infectious and immune-mediated diseases.

LO3: Appraise current and emerging immunotherapies, with a focus on personalised and cell-based approaches.

LO4: Analyse and interpret immunological data, including findings from laboratory-based and clinical contexts.

LO5: Communicate scientific findings effectively, demonstrating clarity, accuracy, and the ability to contextualise results in research literature.
Full Details of Teaching and Assessment
2025/6, Trimester 1, BLENDED,
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Occurrence: 001
Primary mode of delivery: BLENDED
Location of delivery: SIGHTHILL
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Member of staff responsible for delivering module: Graham Wright
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Student Activity (Notional Equivalent Study Hours (NESH))
Mode of activityLearning & Teaching ActivityNESH (Study Hours)NESH Description
Face To Face Tutorial 18 You will take part in small-group sessions focused on applying core immunological principles to real-world problems. These sessions will also support your preparation for practical work by developing your understanding of experimental design, good laboratory practice, and how to engage effectively in team-based lab activities.
Face To Face Practical classes and workshops 20 You will take part in laboratory sessions where you will work in teams to generate and analyse data related to experimental therapies for immuno-pathology diseases. These sessions will develop your understanding of immunological techniques and support your ability to interpret findings and communicate scientific results effectively.
Online Guided independent study 123 You will carry out independent study to consolidate understanding from digital content, prepare for lectures, tutorials, and labs, and address areas of weakness identified through formative quizzes. This time also supports your preparation for the class test, scientific writing, and engagement with wider literature relevant to applied immunology.
Independent Learning Guided independent study 25 You will explore the core concepts of immunology through short, pre-recorded digital resources including mini-lectures, podcasts, and supporting materials. These will introduce you to key topics such as innate and adaptive immune responses, inflammation, antigen presentation, B and T cell function, tolerance, hypersensitivity, and tumour immunology. You will complete associated online quizzes to test your understanding and prepare for in-person sessions where these principles will be applied.
Face To Face Lecture 14 You will engage in integrated lecture and seminar-style sessions linked to each case study. These sessions will explore the immunological principles underpinning each theme and connect them to clinical or research-based applications. The sessions are designed to link fundamental concepts with applied problem-solving and analysis.
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 70 1~2~3 Week 12 HOURS= 2 hours You will complete a class test that includes multiple-choice questions and short written responses. This will assess your understanding of immunological mechanisms and your ability to apply them to real-world therapeutic and diagnostic contexts introduced in the module. The test is designed to take less than 2 hours to complete; however, you will be given up to 3 hours during the scheduled on-campus session to allow flexibility in working pace and reduce time pressure.
Laboratory report 30 4~5 Exam Period , WORDS= 1500-2000 words You will write a scientific report based on experimental data generated during the practical sessions on autoimmune therapy. The introduction and methods will be provided. Your report will focus on presenting results and writing a critical discussion, supported by relevant literature. The expected length is 1,500–2,000 words, focusing on analysis and interpretation of three figures. This assessment will test your ability to interpret immunological data and communicate findings in a clear, concise, and scientifically appropriate format.
Component 1 subtotal: 70
Component 2 subtotal: 30
Module subtotal: 100

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