Infectious Diseases by Distance Learning

Study Infectious Diseases to gain a better understanding of pathogenic infections in global contexts. Taught by active researchers in a flexible online format, you’ll learn about and apply cutting-edge strategies for the control and treatment of a broad range of infections.

Your chosen selection of thought-provoking modules will equip you with the tools to implement the latest evidence into your day-to-day practice, ready to become a future leader in the field.

What you will learn

• Discover how the basic principles of biology, biostatistics, epidemiology and public health apply to the control of infectious diseases
• Build your specialism within the general area of infectious diseases, and look at infectious diseases in various contexts such as healthcare settings, nutrition and water and sanitation
• Develop your knowledge of research methods and increase your critical and evaluation skills to apply independent scientific judgement
• Study the current issues that dictate the direction of research in infectious diseases
• Find out how to apply your knowledge to design control programmes and solve complex problems

The aims and learning outcomes are detailed in the programme specification.

Our academics have a reputation for being specialists in their subject area, with many working on ground-breaking research which they use to inform your modules. You’ll be encouraged to follow your interests when choosing from a range of elective modules and completing your research project.

Being a flexible online degree means you can study whenever and wherever it suits you. Your study materials are provided to you online via our virtual learning environment so you can learn at your convenience and balance your studies with existing work or personal commitments.

Once you complete the core modules, you have the option to apply for the blended learning option to study up to two modules on-campus in London. This is a fantastic opportunity to meet other students and tutors in person; and engage in face-to-face discussion-based learning.

Who is it for?

Medics, nurses, pharmacists, research scientists, medical journalists – this course is perfect for anyone with a scientific or medical degree who’s keen to grow expertise in this rapidly evolving field. Or perhaps you don’t have a relevant degree but have relevant technical, lab or clinical experience, and you’re looking to develop new knowledge in infectious diseases.

Our students have varied career ambitions. Some are promoted within their field, while others want to launch their career in a different direction, such as infectious disease control. You’ll also be able to progress to a higher research degree in science, public health or medicine if you complete the full MSc. Whatever you want to do next, you’ll graduate with a range of skills and strategies that could apply to a wide variety of roles anywhere in the world.

Programme specification

The aims and learning outcomes are detailed in the programme specification.