Immunology and Disease Pathogenesis

About this programme

No fees are charged for EU and EEA citizens, Swedish residence permit holders and exchange students. The course Immunology and Disease Pathogenesis is suitable for you who wants to deepen your knowledge of the immune system. You will learn about the principles of immune response in various types of infections and chronic illnesses such as cancer and autoimmunity. You will also study how vaccination and drug therapy affect the immune system. Further, you will work on compiling and presenting current knowledge in the subject area. Teaching methods include lectures, team work and essay writing. The course applies Team-Based Learning (TBL), a teaching strategy that consists of modules taught in a three-step cycle: Passed basic courses in biology comprising 60 credits in the subject areas of cell biology, molecular genetics, evolution, botanical and zoological physiology, ecology and biodiversity and systematics or equivalent courses. In addition a completed first-cycle course in Immunology, 15 hec or an equivalent course, and English proficiency to the level of English level 2/ English 6 from Swedish Upper Secondary School, or be certified by an internationally recognized test, for example TOEFL, IELTS, is required. Selection is based upon the number of credits from previous university studies, maximum 165 credits. The course is suitable for those who are interested in working in the field of Life Science, such as the pharmaceutical industry, hospital laboratories or the academia. An in-depth knowledge of the immune system is needed in many areas. You can, for example, wo