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Understand how your immune system keeps you healthy and what happens when it doesn’t. This module introduces the core concepts of immunology, from how immune cells work to how they respond to disease. You'll build a solid foundation in how the immune system functions in both health and illness. It’s a fundamental part of your immunology training. 

Dive into the world of harmful bacteria and how they cause disease. This module starts with learning about bacterial pathogenesis, then moves onto exploring diagnostics and treatments with the aid of case studies. You'll learn how to approach bacterial infections systematically. It’s a crucial step in developing your understanding of microbiological disease. 

Understand how viruses invade our bodies and cause disease. This module provides a vital foundation in virology and infectious disease, covering how viruses interact with cells, replicate and trigger illness. You'll explore the science behind diagnosing and treating major viral infections, with a focus on real-world clinical relevance.  

Discover how modern medicine works with the immune system to treat disease. This module explores current and future immunotherapies, from engineered antibodies and CAR-T cells to gene editing and stem cell therapies. You'll also look at how biologic drugs are used across a range of conditions, including examples of vaccines. The module provides vital insight into the future of immunological treatments. 

This module provides advanced training in contemporary research methods, including subject-specific skills. You will focus on key practical techniques and data analysis. You will develop your ability to interpret and critique experiment results, so you can apply these skills to your MSc Research Project and future scientific work.  

This module offers an intensive research experience, enabling you to plan, execute and present a substantial project. You’ll gain practical experience in subject-specific laboratory techniques, data analysis, critical thinking and scientific communication. You’ll carry out your own research under academic supervision, write a dissertation and present your findings. It’s the culmination of your degree, equipping you with the skills to contribute to scientific innovation and preparing you for a wide range of employment opportunities or further study.