Molecular Basis of Infectious Disease (C7163)
Molecular Basis of Infectious Disease
Module C7163
Module details for 2025/26.
15 credits
FHEQ Level 6
Module Outline
This module will focus on infectious disease and their control from an applied molecular perspective. We will discover how specific factors contribute to pathogenesis by enabling pathogen growth, entry into or adherence to host cells and manipulation of host immune responses and direct toxicity to host cells. Both prophylactic and therapeutic interventions currently available to limit the impact these diseases have on human and animal health will be covered, from the molecular level through to clinical development. Finally, we will cover one of the major health threats of our time, the development of drug resistant and immune escape variants.
Module learning outcomes
Appreciate the one health impact of infectious diseases and how host and pathogen factors affect disease severity.
Demonstrate an understanding of the molecular replication of infectious diseases and how this informs pharmaceutical-based interventions.
Critically evaluate the current approaches used in discovery and development of existing prophylactic and therapeutic interventions and their role in controlling infectious diseases.
Appraise the development of a vaccine or treatment and assess the impact it is likely to have on the public health problem it is addressing.
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Coursework | 40.00% | |
| Coursework components. Weighted as shown below. | ||
| Group written submission | T2 Week 7 | 100.00% |
| Computer Based Exam | Semester 2 Assessment | 60.00% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
| Term | Method | Duration | Week pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Semester | Lecture | 1 hour | 22222222222 |
| Spring Semester | Seminar | 2 hours | 00100101001 |
How to read the week pattern
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