Courses
Clinical Immunology, Global Infections, and Therapeutics
Certificate
Course Details
| Course Code | GA_SCIGG_N09 |
|---|---|
| Level | 9 |
| Duration | 1 year |
| Credits | 10 |
| Method of Delivery | Online |
| Campus Locations | Galway City – Dublin Road |
| Mode of Delivery | Part Time |
Course Overview
This module begins with discussion of immune cells, molecules and mediators to develop your understanding and knowledge of advanced immunological concepts. The module will focus on how immune system disorders arise in allergy, autoimmunity, immunodeficiency and transplantation, and how current and modern techniques investigate and diagnose disease. This module will explore host:pathogen interactions in infections focusing on examples of the most current global infectious diseases in humans (tuberculosis, HIV/AIDS, malaria, COVID-19). Students will also learn about current immunological methods such as vaccination, and monoclonal therapeutic antibodies and how they are adapted for use in the clinical setting.
Course Details
Year 1
| Semester | Module Details | Credits | Mandatory / Elective |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year |
Clinical Immunology, Global Infections, and TherapeuticsThis module begins with discussion of immune cells, molecules and mediators to develop your understanding and knowledge of advanced immunological concepts. The module will focus on how immune system disorders arise in allergy, autoimmunity, immunodeficiency and transplantation, and how current and modern techniques investigate and diagnose disease. This module will explore host:pathogen interactions in infections focusing on examples of the most current global infectious diseases in humans (tuberculosis, HIV/AIDS, malaria, COVID-19). You will also learn about current immunological methods such as vaccination, and monoclonal therapeutic antibodies and how they are adapted for use in the clinical setting. Learning Outcomes 1. Review of the pathophysiology, diagnosis and treatment of hypersensitivity, autoimmunity, immunodeficiency and transplantation 2. Demonstrate critical understanding of immunological testing in disease diagnosis and developing technologies 3. Critically discuss the ways in which microorganism and the host immune response affects the pathology of global infectious diseases and how this relates to clinical symptoms. 4. Read, interpret and critically analyse primary literature on the immunology of disease 5. Evaluate and discuss strategies which modulate the immune system and their therapeutics |
10 | Mandatory |
Recommended Study Hours per week
Students can expect 2.5 lecturing hours per week and 4.5 hours independent learning.
Examination and Assessment
100% module will be in the form of continuous assessments with no final examinations. The assessment strategy is broken down as follows:
A research based written assignment (30%)
Topic specific assessments (30%)
Journal article review and oral presentation (40%)
Self and peer reviews will be employed as formative tools to support learning.
A research based written assignment (30%)
Topic specific assessments (30%)
Journal article review and oral presentation (40%)
Self and peer reviews will be employed as formative tools to support learning.
On-Campus Attendance Requirement
No on-campus attendance required
Progression
Students may to choose to study further modules on the MSc in Medical Science.
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Entry Requirements
A H2.2 Bachelor degree at level 8 in Medical Science or equivalent, is the minimum entry requirement for this programme. Learners enrolled must be practising medical scientists (CORU registered) in a clinical setting.
English Language Requirements
English Language Requirements will be as determined by ATU and as published in the Access, Transfer and Progression code. Non-native English speakers who are applicants for Level 9 taught programmes are required to have a minimum score of 6.0 in the IELTs or equivalent.
Careers
Continuing Professional Development (CPD), allowing CORU-registered Medical Scientists to maintain and enhance their skills, specialist knowledge and competency in Clinical Immunology.
Further Information
Application Closing Date
5th January 2027
Start Date
January 2027
Who Should Apply?
CORU registered Medical Scientists working in a clinical diagnostic laboratory.
Contact Information
Admissions Office
E: learn.galwaymayo@atu.ie
Online Student Advisor
E: eileen.ohara@atu.ie
