Viruses and Disease 3

BIOL65231 Viruses and Disease 3 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: Viral infections of the central nervous systemViral infections of the gastrointestinal tractEmerging and re-emerging viral infections The unit will also cover current areas of research interest in each of these viral areas.</div>  <div> Virology and clinical featuresDiagnosis including molecular diagnosisEpidemiology and global ImpactTreatment, management and prevention of diseasesIn the following disease settings: Viral infections of the central nervous systemViral infections of the gastrointestinal tractEmerging and re-emerging viral infections The unit will also cover current areas of research interest in each of these viral areas.</div>  <div> Provide a detailed and applied understanding of viral infections in the central nervous system and gastrointestinal tract and diseases caused by them. The unit will also consider the concept of emerging and re-emerging infections, the tools used to identify and monitor them and the impact of these infections on global health.</div>  Be able to identify and show depth of knowledge of viruses that infect the central nervous system and gastrointestinal tract and of the diseases they cause. Understand the concept of emerging and re-emerging infections and of the ways that these types of infections may arise and how they are detected and monitored. 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 in each context. Understand transmission methods for these viruses, focusing particularly on emerging infections and how they impact on global public health. 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. Deal with complex concepts and make independent judgements <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">Demonstrate originality in problem solving, working independently or as part of a group Independently design and carry out an experimental plan to diagnose a viral infection Demonstrate competence and confidence in the virology laboratory environment. 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. Take personal responsibility for their own learning  <div> Teaching and Learning processes will include lectures, structured practical laboratory classes, and student-led seminars and presentations. Resource materials will be provided via Blackboard.</div>  5 Portfolio 100% 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 0 0 150