Medical Microbiology - University of t

This Medical Microbiology Professional/Short Course from UWE Bristol provides a comprehensive overview of microbial taxonomy, pathogenicity, infection control, and treatment strategies. It covers essential topics for biomedical science and biological sciences students, and can be taken as a stand-alone course or as part of an undergraduate/postgraduate program. The course emphasizes independent learning and website research to access up-to-date information.

Program Outline

Outline:

Content:
Theory and techniques of classical and modern microbial taxonomy
Virulence and pathogenicity of infectious agents
Methods for detection of infectious agents and diagnosis of infections
Strategies for microbial and viral infection control and treatment
Identification and classification of pathogens
Epidemiology, pathogenicity, virulence, treatment, and control of selected infectious diseases
Health and safety and good laboratory practice in microbiology
Relevant literature review and evaluation
Structure:
30 credits at undergraduate level (level 6)
Typically covers the listed topics
Learning primarily consists of lectures and tutorials
Independent learning includes essential reading, assignment preparation, and website research

Teaching:

Methods: Lectures and tutorials
Faculty: Dr. Chris Moore (Course Director)

Careers:

Compulsory on all BSc(Hons) Biomedical Science variants
Optional on all BSc(Hons) Biological Sciences variants

Other:

Designed to provide top-up studies for individuals seeking IBMS accreditation
Can be taken as a stand-alone course or part of an undergraduate/postgraduate program
Requires completion of Microbiology (USSJ4G-20-2), Drugs and Disease (USSJ4V-20-2), or Studies in the Biology of Disease (USSJV6-20-2)
Graduate Laura Holding's work against Ebola in Sierra Leone is highlighted

Contact:

Telephone: +44 (0)117 32 81158
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