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Course Description
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Course Name
Defence and Disease
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Host University
University of Cape Town
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Location
Cape Town, South Africa
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Area of Study
Biology
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Language Level
Taught In English
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Prerequisites
Course entry requirements: Any two second year MCB semester courses, MAM1004F (or MAM1000W), STA1007S or STA1000F/S.
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Course Level Recommendations
Upper
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Host University Units
36 -
Recommended U.S. Semester Credits6
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Recommended U.S. Quarter Units9
Hours & Credits
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Overview
Course outline:
This course will introduce the vertebrate immune system and its components such as MHC cell structure and pathogen recognition. The immune systems of invertebrates and plants will then be examined. The focus will switch to the three major disease challenges in South Africa, HIV, TB and malaria, and host-pathogen interactions. Finally, the course will focus on strategies to produce vaccines that enable immunity to viral infection.
Course Disclaimer
Credits earned vary according to the policies of the students' home institutions. According to ISA policy and possible visa requirements, students must maintain full-time enrollment status, as determined by their home institutions, for the duration of the program.