University of St Andrews

Key information

SCOTCAT credits : 15

ECTS credits : 7

Level : SCQF level 10

Semester: 2

Availability restrictions: Not automatically available to General Degree students

Planned timetable: To be arranged.

Viruses cause clinically and economically important human and animal diseases, examples include influenza viruses, HIV and foot and mouth disease virus, as well as emerging viruses such as ebola virus and coronaviruses. The module will consist of a mixture of lectures, group and student-led learning activities. You will (i) gain knowledge in 4 key topics in molecular virology, (ii) acquire understanding of commonly used molecular techniques used to study viruses (obtained via reading, interpretation and discussion of recent research papers in virology rather than practical class content) and (iii) explore virus-related topics that have made headline news.

Relationship to other modules

Pre-requisite(s): Before taking this module you must pass BL3311

Learning and teaching methods and delivery

Weekly contact: Across the semester: 14 x 1h lectures, 4 x 1h tutorials, 2 x 2h Q&A sessions

Scheduled learning hours: 14

Guided independent study hours: 136

Assessment pattern

As used by St Andrews: 90 min Written Examination = 40%, Coursework = 60%

As defined by QAA
Written examinations : 40%
Practical examinations : 0%
Coursework: 60%

Re-assessment: 90 min Written Examination = 40%, Existing Coursework = 60%

Personnel

Module coordinator: Dr S A Young
Module teaching staff: Team taught