Immunology

Modules can be offered either individually or collectively if you have had your first degree evaluated by the IBMS and require further Top-up studies in order to complete the educational requirement for IBMS accreditation.

On successful completion of this module, you will be able to:

• Discuss the generation of antibody diversity and critically evaluate immunodiagnosis and immunotherapy
• Evaluate the role of cytokines in the regulation of the immune system
• Critically assess the origin of autoimmunity
• Critically evaluate immune surveillance strategies in relation to cancer, bacterial and viral intervention
• Discuss the immunological aspects of transplantation rejection and immunosuppression
• Discuss the dysfunction of the immune system and disease
• Utilise electronic information sources effectively as learning aids and be able to critically and analytically appraise the relevant scientific literature.