Study in Immunology is offered by the School of Medical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine and Health. Units of study in this minor are offered at the 2000- and 3000- level and are available at standard and advanced level.
The immune system is an integrated network of cells and specialised organs that can respond to external and internal threats. It can be mobilised to protect humans from infections and cancer while simultaneously being the underlying mechanism of major acute and chronic pathologies.
The Immunology minor examines how it is that our immune system can be both the cause and the cure of disease in humans and animals. This is important, as an understanding of immunological and pathological mechanisms allows us to think about how our immune system can be manipulated to prevent and treat disease. This minor draws together studies in immunology, pathology, microbiology, biology, biochemistry, and physiology.
Studies in immunology are important because they are leading to advances in clinical medicine and clinical science, including helping develop new vaccines and immuno-therapies. In addition, immunological techniques are widely used in biology, endocrinology, microbiology, cell and molecular biology, neurobiology and genetics.
Note: The Immunology minor articulates to the Immunology and Pathology major.
Requirements for the minor in Immunology are listed in the Immunology unit of study table.
Honours in Immunology is available via an appended Honours. Students will be part of world leading medical research within the School of Medical Sciences. The one-year program includes a 36-credit point research project giving students access to the latest biomedical technologies, whilst two 6-credit point coursework units will aid in the development of fundamental research and communication skills. For more information about Honours in the School of Medical Sciences, please visit our website.
| Academic contact | Professor Allison Abendroth E allison.abendroth@sydney.edu.au |
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