The threat posed by new pandemics and the possibility of entering a post-antimicrobial era highlights the urgent need to improve our understanding of disease outbreaks and how microorganisms cause human disease. In this module you will cover epidemiology, clinical microbiology, antimicrobial resistance, and the host:pathogen interactions that influence pathogenesis. Through application of this knowledge and understanding you will gain critical insights into how globally-important pathogens can infect populations, cause disease, and evade toxicity imposed by antimicrobial drugs.
Lecture 29 hours, Practical 3 hours
1,000 words Report. Assessment Details: Computer Practical Report worth 30%.
2 hours Exam. Assessment Details: Exam worth 70%.
Reassessment Method: Like-for-like
On successfully completing the module, students will be able to:
Demonstrate a systematic understanding and critical awareness of infection, outbreaks and antimicrobial resistance.
Apply key principles in epidemiology.
Evaluate complex concepts critically and apply knowledge to interpret outbreak data and clearly communicate findings.
Demonstrate an advanced understanding of how established techniques of research and enquiry are used to create and interpret knowledge of microbial infections.
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