Immunology BSc/MSci
Immunological Basis of Inflammatory Disease 4D option BIOL4186
- Academic Session: 2026-27
- School: School of Infection and Immunity
- Credits: 20
- Level: Level 4 (SCQF level 10)
- Typically Offered: Semester 2
- Available to Visiting Students: Yes
- Collaborative Online International Learning: No
- Curriculum For Life: No
Short Description
This course focuses on the mechanisms and/or treatment of common autoimmune diseases and other immunopathologies, such as rheumatoid arthritis, asthma, atherosclerosis, cancer etc.
Timetable
This option is assigned to block S2-D. Normally, there is 3 hours of teaching on Fridays, which may be split over more than one session.
Excluded Courses
None
Assessment
The course will be assessed by a 2-hour examination (70%) and in-course assessment consisting of a review article (30%).
Main Assessment In: April/May
Course Aims
The aims of this course are to develop:
■ a detailed understanding of the immunology of a variety of immune-mediated diseases;
■ an understanding of how the immune system is used to develop novel therapies for immune-mediated diseases;
■ understanding of current controversies and emerging questions in autoimmunity and immunopathology.
Intended Learning Outcomes of Course
By the end of this course, students will be able to:
■ evaluate the role of immune responses and inflammation in cancer and heart disease;
■ evaluate our current understanding of the immune mechanisms underpinning autoimmune diseases, such as rheumatoid arthritis, multiple sclerosis, etc;
■ discuss the molecular and cellular basis for allergic responses;
■ discuss how molecular and cellular therapies have been applied in the treatment of autoimmunity and other diseases.