BMS2001 - Medical Microbiology

Offering Academic Unit
Department of Biomedical Sciences
Credit Units
3
Course Duration
One Semester
Pre-requisite(s)
Course Offering Term*:
Semester A 2025/26

* The offering term is subject to change without prior notice
 
Course Aims

Microbes can live in almost any environment, and they play essential roles in our planet. This course introduces microbiology from a systems perspective, including microbial diversity, as well as interactions between microbes and their environment. We will emphasize on how microbes interact with human, and how the imbalance results in infectious diseases. We will also discuss current topics such as vaccines and antibiotic resistance.


Assessment (Indicative only, please check the detailed course information)

Continuous Assessment: 35%
Examination: 65%
Examination Duration: 3 hours

Practical exam (Duration: 2-3 Hours): 30% Written exam (Duration: 3 Hours): 35% Examination total: 65% Minimum Passing Requirement: - Continuous assessment: 40%; and - Written examination: 40%; and - Practical examination: 40%. Please note that attendance in all practical sessions is mandatory for the completion of the course. Practical sessions are an integral part of the curriculum, providing hands-on learning experiences and essential for medical laboratory science training. Failure to attend practical sessions (an unauthorized absence and/or lateness) may result in a deduction of marks or, in extreme cases, may lead to failure in the course.”

 
Detailed Course Information

BMS2001.pdf