This module is mapped against the QAA Benchmark for Biomedical Science areas of Microbiology and Medical Microbiology.

The module will begin by discussing the foundations of microbiology, including the structure, physiology, biochemistry, identification, classification and control of micro-organisms, including the roles of normal flora.

You will then build upon this knowledge to study medical microbiology, including the investigation of pathogenic organisms.. Within this you will develop your knowledge of topics such as:

the pathogenic mechanisms of a range of microorganisms;
public health microbiology;
principles and practice of techniques for screening, diagnosis, treatment and monitoring of a range of infectious diseases, including isolation and identification of microorganisms;
prevention and control of infection, including anti-microbial and anti-viral therapy (including drug resistance);

Assessment: 2-hour examination (LO 1,2,3,4)– a 2-hour online examination taken under formal examination conditions (including the use of online invigilation, for example via Microsoft Teams webcam, microphone and screen recording with question randomisation). Questions will include short answer, long answer and evaluative / interpretative questions.

This module is mapped against elements the QAA Benchmark for Biomedical Science and is available for graduate students requiring supplementary education to meet the Institute of Biomedical Science supplementary education for eligibility to register with the Health and Care Professions Council.

The module consists of 10 asynchronous learning units delivered over a 15-week semester. Each unit consists of core learning resources, supplementary reading and a short online progress check quiz required for progression to the next unit.

1: Compare and contrast the determinants of pathogenicity in a range of infectious agents. Knowledge and Understanding
Enquiry
2: Critically evaluate the methods used to diagnose, control and treat human infectious disease. Analysis
3: Discuss and evaluate the factors which contribute to the emergence of new infectious diseases. Learning
4: Discuss the global impact of infectious disease on human health. Analysis.

Ahmed, N; Glencross, H; Wang, Q (2016) Biomedical Science Practice 2nd Edition, Oxford University Press

Ford, M (2019) Medical Microbiology 3rd Edition, Oxford University Press

This module is only available to graduate students undertaking supplementary education for the purposes of Institute of Biomedical Science degree cross mapping.