Program Overview

Introduction to the Immunology Unit

The Immunology unit, CXA211, provides a comprehensive understanding of the immune system and its functions. The curriculum includes both theoretical and practical sessions, focusing on the structure and development of the immune system, antigen presentation and recognition, effector mechanisms involved in pathogen clearance, infectious disease and vaccines, immune disorders, and the use of advanced immunological techniques.

Unit Details

• Unit name: Immunology
• Unit code: CXA211
• Credit points: 12.5
• College/School: Health
• School of Health Sciences
• Discipline: Medicine/Health Sciences
• Coordinator: Doctor Nicole Ranson
• Available as an elective: Yes
• Delivered By: University of Tasmania
• Level: Intermediate

Sustainable Development Goals

The Unit Coordinator has identified that this unit aligns with the following UN Sustainable Development Goals.

Availability

• Location: Hobart, Launceston
• Study period: Semester 2
• Attendance options: On-campus, Off-Campus
• Available to: International students, Domestic students

Key Dates

• Study Period: Semester 2
• Start date: 6/7/2026
• Census date: 28/7/2026
• WW date: 31/8/2026
• End date: 25/10/2026

Learning Outcomes

• Discuss the key components of the normal innate and adaptive immune responses and differentiate between the different causes of abnormal immune responses.
• Show competency in basic immunological technical skills and critically assess and analyse laboratory results.
• Communicate effectively using appropriate scientific terminology.

Fee Information

• Field of Education:
• Commencing Student Contribution: $1,192.00
• Grandfathered Student Contribution: $1,192.00
• Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution: not applicable
• Domestic Full Fee: $2,862.00

Requisites

Prerequisites

• CZZ101
• CZZ102

Teaching

• Teaching Pattern: Independent Learning (2hrs x weekly), Workshop (2hrs x fortnightly), Practical (3hrs x fortnightly)
• Assessment: Mid-semester test (15%), Quizzes (15%), Laboratory Practical Reports (30%), Examination (40%)
• Timetable: View the lecture timetable, View the full unit timetable

Textbooks

• Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes.