Hot Topics in Parasite Control

Cod y Modiwl: BRM0920
Teitl y Modiwl: Hot Topics in Parasite Control
Blwyddyn Academaidd: 2026/2027
Semester: Semester 2
Cyd-gysylltydd y Modiwl: Dr Justin Pachebat
Rhestr Ddarllen: Gweld ar Aspire
Rhagofynion: Students taking this module must be registered on an MRes, MSc or MBiol scheme at DLS.
Staff Eraill sy'n Cyfrannu: Dr Elizabeth Hart; Professor Darrell Abernethy; Professor Iain Barber; Dr Iain Chalmers; Professor Karl Hoffmann; Dr Martin Swain; Dr Ruth Wonfor; Dr Rhys Jones; Dr Russ Morphew; Professor Glyn Hewinson; Dr Hefin Williams; Dr Ifat Shah; Professor Joanne Hamilton; Dr Justin Pachebat; Dr Neil Mcewan

Dulliau Asesu

Math o Asesiad	Manylion Asesiad	Cyfran
Asesiad Semester	Oral presentation: Individual oral presentation on a 'Hot Topic in Parasite Control' for 10 minutes, followed by 5 minutes of questions. 15 Minutes	40%
Asesiad Semester	Portfolio of work: Including a critical review of a paper or grant application (1000 words); brief reviews of 4 research seminars (250 words each). 2000 Words	60%
Asesiad Ailsefyll	Supplementary Portfolio: Students must take elements of assessment equivalent to those that led to failure of the module. The supplementary portfolio will be a critical review of a paper or grant application (1000 words); brief reviews of 4 research seminars (250 words each). 2000 Words	60%
Asesiad Ailsefyll	Supplementary Oral Presentation: Students must take elements of assessment equivalent to those that led to failure of the module. The supplementary oral presentation will be a 10 minute individual teams presentation of a 'Hot Topic in Parasite Control' to two members of staff, followed by 5 minutes of questions. 15 Minutes	40%

Canlyniadau Dysgu

Wedi cwblhau'r modiwl dylai'r myfyrwyr fedru:

Compare the differing methods of disease control to provide a greater understanding of how parasitic diseases can be controlled.
Critically assess the importance of novel techniques in the development of control methods for parasitic diseases.
Develop a coherent research strategy to advance knowledge leading to better control methods for a specific veterinary or human parasitic disease.

Disgrifiad cryno

This module is designed to give students an advanced understanding of the current theories, techniques and underpinning biological research related to parasitic disease control. This will be research-led teaching providing insight into the future of veterinary and human parasite detection, prevention and elimination. Covering a range of globally important parasites studied at Aberystwyth University, this module will offer students the chance to develop practical and analytical skills relevant to a future career in parasitology.

Cynnwys

This module focuses on the key global challenges in tackling protozoal, helminth and ectoparasitic diseases. This is a brief outline of module content, however, content may vary based on advancements in field.

The module will contain a series of introductory lectures covering the theory and application of major parasitic control methods. Tutorials throughout the modules based on DLS research areas will strengthen this understanding providing specific examples of current advances in the field. These will cover areas such as drug development, vaccine development, diagnostic tools, preventative strategies and epidemiological techniques. Practical classes will also allow students to gain specific relevant skills in parasite control research techniques. Coursework will develop the students’ ability to communicate parasitology research in a variety of manners appropriate for paper writing and conference presentations.

Sgiliau Modiwl

Math o Sgiliau	Manylion Sgiliau
Cyfathrebu	Students will develop effective written communication skills in the coursework, where these will be assessed. Feedback for this coursework will be given. Students will develop oral communication skills as part of the seminars. Feedback on this will be given in the seminars.
Datblygu personol a chynllunio gyrfa	Students will be encouraged to consider different careers/employers within the industries. This aspect is not assessed.
Datrys Problemau	Practical classes and seminars will involve problem solving. These will be assessed in associated coursework. Feedback on this will be given for the coursework.
Gwaith Tim	Working in pairs in practical.
Gwella dysgu a pherfformiad ei hun	Outside the formal contact hours, students will be expected to research materials, manage time and meet deadlines for the coursework. Feedback on this will be given for the coursework.
Rhifedd	Practical classes will involve the collection and analysis of data through a variety of techniques. Analysis will be assessed in the associated coursework and feedback on this aspect will be given.
Sgiliau pwnc penodol	During the module, students will gain knowledge of specific terminology relating to the area.
Sgiliau ymchwil	The coursework will require students to research topics beyond the depth and scope of the lecture material. Information from a variety of sources will be used. Research skills will be assessed in both the examination and coursework. Feedback on this will be given for the coursework.
Technoleg Gwybodaeth	Accessing the web for reliable information sources and using databases to find literature in preparation for coursework. Presentation of coursework will be assessed, which should be prepared on a computer and feedback on this aspect will be given.

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