This course explores the different types of vaccine available. This is a useful framework for understanding the scientific understanding that went into vaccine development. It also gives a perspective of how innovation (e.g. fundamental virology, molecular biology) work in a translational medicine context.

On successful completion of the course, learners will be able to: 1. Identify features of different vaccine platforms 2. Demonstrate an understanding of the role of microbiological and technological advances in the development of vaccines 3. Recognise how different platforms may provide protection against different pathogens. This is an intermediate series of courses intended for both clinical and non-clinical scientists who want to update their skills for work in clinical, academic, and pharmaceutical/bioscience industries, and is developed and delivered by experts working on viruses and novel vaccines. To be successful in this series of courses, you should have basic knowledge in biology, genetics, microbiology or related fields.