Viruses and Disease 2

BIOL65221 Viruses and Disease 2 15 Semester 1 Postgraduate Taught Level 7 Pamela Vallely Unit coordinator School of Biological Sciences 1 FHEQ level (Framework for Higher Education Qualifications) ' Masters/Integrated Masters P4 ' European Credit Transfer & Accumulation System Rating : 7.5 <div> Virology and clinical featuresDiagnosis including molecular diagnosisEpidemiology and global ImpactTreatment, management and prevention of diseasesIn the following disease settings: HIV and other RetrovirusesHepatitis virusesViral infections in immunocompromised patientsThe unit will also cover current areas of viral research interest in each of these three areas.</div>  <div> Virology and clinical featuresDiagnosis including molecular diagnosisEpidemiology and global ImpactTreatment, management and prevention of diseasesIn the following disease settings: HIV and other RetrovirusesHepatitis virusesViral infections in immunocompromised patients The unit will also cover current areas of viral research interest in each of these three areas.</div>  <div> Provide students with a detailed and applied knowledge and understanding of the viruses which cause hepatitis, the human retroviruses including human immunodeficiency virus and of the role of viruses in causing disease in immunocompromised persons.</div>  Be able to identify and show depth of knowledge of the hepatitis viruses, of HIV and other retroviruses and of the viruses that are particularly problematic in immunocompromised patients.Have a critical understanding of the particular problems and ongoing challenges that these types of viral infections cause. Understand how the above viral infections are diagnosed including the importance and current limitations of molecular methods. Demonstrate a knowledge of current viral treatment and prevention strategies, how they are applied with respect to these infections and how effective they are. Understand how the above viral infections are transmitted and how they impact on and affect global health. <span style="font-size:11.0pt;mso-bidi-font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Microsoft Sans Serif",sans-serif;
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mso-fareast-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-language:AR-SA;layout-grid-mode:line">Identify a current area of research in at least one of these areas of viral infection. Synthesise and critically evaluate relevant scientific literature.  Present scientific and clinical data in an appropriate format. Understand ethical issues associated with virology, particularly with regards to diagnosis and treatment of HIV infection, including different cultural and societal viewpoints and be able to articulate these.  Manipulate and analyse bioinformatic data and be able to use it to identify antiviral drug resistance Work with increasing independence to design and carry out laboratory assays. Carry out routine laboratory techniques competently and safely. Keep clear records of methods and data collection in the laboratory. <span style="font-size:11.0pt;mso-bidi-font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Microsoft Sans Serif",sans-serif;
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mso-fareast-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-language:AR-SA;layout-grid-mode:line">Present information clearly and concisely in written and oral form Critically evaluate information from a variety of sources. Interpret data and understand its significance to a particular viral infection Demonstrate good time management and organisational skills in the laboratory setting. Demonstrate oral presentation skills. <span style="font-size:11.0pt;mso-bidi-font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Microsoft Sans Serif",sans-serif;
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mso-fareast-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-language:AR-SA;layout-grid-mode:line">Make a valuable contribution within a team <span style="font-size:11.0pt;mso-bidi-font-size:10.0pt;
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AR-SA;layout-grid-mode:line">Teaching and Learning processes will include lectures, structured practical laboratory classes, and seminars and student-led presentations. Resource materials will be provided via Blackboard. 1 Written exam 50% 2 Written assignment (inc essay) 50% MSc MMV (full time) MSc MMV (full time) PGDT Taught Component Mandatory MSc MMV (part time) MSc MMV (part time) PGDT Taught Component Mandatory N 150