Fundamentals of the Immune System
Have you ever wondered how your body fights infection? This introductory course explains what your immune system is and the different ways it helps you to fight infection.
£240.00
Starts 9th September 2026
Fundamentals of the Immune System
Have you ever wondered how your body fights infection? This introductory course explains what your immune system is and the different ways it helps you to fight infection.
£240.00
Starts 9th September 2026
About This Course
- 7 Modules
- 15 Hours
- Level: Introductory
- Language: English
- Course Type: Self-paced
- CPD Accredited Certificate
- Online Learning
Who Is This Course For
This course is ideal for anyone with a basic understanding of biology who wants to build a strong foundational knowledge of the immune system, its importance, and its role in diseases. It is particularly useful for students studying or considering a career in immunology, as it provides an overview of the immune system and its therapeutic applications. The course is also valuable for anyone wishing to refresh their knowledge of immunology and the terminology used in this field.
What you'll learn
- Gain an understanding of what the immune system is and how it fights infections.
- Learn about the significance of research into immune function in both health and disease.
- Understand why and how chronic inflammation occurs.
- Explore the immune system’s role in diseases such as allergies and autoimmune disorders.
- earn how the immune system can be harnessed to treat diseases.
Course Content
Meet Your Instructor
Dr. Alice Hamilton
Dr. Alice Hamilton gained a 1st class BSc in Biomedical Sciences in 2015 from the University of Dundee. She then joined the William Harvey Institute Queen Mary University of London where in 2016 she gained a M.Res. in Inflammation: Cellular and Vascular Aspects and in 2020 she gained a Ph.D. in cardiovascular pathophysiology. Her doctoral thesis was titled ‘The Effect of Social Isolation on the Immune System’.
Our Partners
We are proud to partner with the leading In2scienceUK as a step towards achieving our mission of imparting quality education and knowledge across the globe.
How This Course Supports Your Career Development
Biotechnology is one of the fastest-evolving industries in the world, creating demand for professionals with knowledge of emerging fields such as genomics, gene therapy, bioinformatics, artificial intelligence and precision medicine.
Our learners include students, graduates, researchers and professionals from leading universities, pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology organisations and research institutions across the UK and internationally.
Upon successful completion, learners receive a CPD-accredited certificate and earn recognised CPD hours that can be included on CVs, LinkedIn profiles, professional portfolios and CPD records.
By completing this course, you will strengthen your scientific knowledge, earn valuable CPD hours and demonstrate a commitment to continuous professional development within the life sciences sector.
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