Microbiology BSc/MSci
Chemotherapy, Resistance and Parasite Control 4B option BIOL4030
- 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 option explores current practice, research and ideas in anti-parasite chemotherapy, resistance and parasite control. This includes drug discovery, drug treatment, vaccination and vector control. Problems in drug resistance are also studied. The course will enhance student ability in acquisition, interpretation and discussion of experimental data.
Timetable
This option is assigned to block S2-B. There are normally 3 hours of teaching on Tuesdays, which may be split over more than one session. However, sessions may be scheduled for 2 hours and 4 hours in alternate weeks instead.
Excluded Courses
None.
Assessment
The course will be assessed by a 2-hour examination (67%) and in-course assessment consisting of a written assignment (33%).
Main Assessment In: April/May
Course Aims
The main aim of this course is to provide an overview on how parasitic infections are, and could be, controlled, with an emphasis on chemotherapy but also covering vaccines and vector control.
Intended Learning Outcomes of Course
By the end of this course, students will be able to:
■ evaluate methods used in controlling parasitic infections;
■ evaluate methodologies used in developing novel approaches to drug development (including understanding resistance problems), vaccination and vector control;
■ evaluate the fundamental biochemical basis of drug action.