This module will introduce the main issues in parasitology, the host parasite interaction and how it drives evolutionary changes, the disease burden caused by parasites and how parasite infections can be treated/minimised.
Lectures will be accompanied by practicals, some of which involve the use of animal tissue, with alternatives in place if required to meet minimum learning outcomes.
BIOL2022
Having successfully completed this module you will be able to:
1/ Definition of parasite and parasitology and understanding of their worldwide and UK importance for human/ animal health and their role in current hygiene policy
2/ An understanding of the main classes of human parasite and examples of the most relevant parasite induced diseases including- Kinetoplastids (trypanosomes), Plasmodia, Amoebia, Helminths (Cestodes-tape worms, Schistosomes, Nematodes), Ectoparasites (insects -lice, fleas etc, Arachnia -ticks / mites)
3/ Examples of the various methods of pharmacological treatment in the host, also other protective counter measures
4/ Parasites effects on the immune system and parasite immune evasion
5/ Examples of parasite and host interactions and co-evolution (eg Cat-Mouse-Human behaviour and Toxoplasma)
6/ Effects of climate change on parasite risk
Lectures
Seminars
Practical session
Poster session/ student presentations
| Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 22 |
| Practical classes and workshops | 3 |
| Independent Study | 125 |
| Total study time | 150 |
This is how we’ll formally assess what you have learned in this module.
| Method | Percentage contribution |
|---|---|
| Class practicals | 15% |
| Written exam | 75% |
| Poster Presentation | 10% |
This is how we’ll assess you if you don’t meet the criteria to pass this module.
| Method | Percentage contribution |
|---|---|
| Written exam | 75% |
| Class practicals | 15% |
| Poster Presentation | 10% |