Medical Microbiology MSc

Master

In Guildford

£ 5,000 VAT inc.

Description

  • Type

    Master

  • Location

    Guildford

  • Duration

    2 Years

By studying medical microbiology with us, you’ll learn about the biological and pathogenic properties of microbes which are important to our health as well as those which can cause disease. You will also learn about how the human body reacts to infection (immunology) and how to detect, control and treat infectious disease.

While we deepen your knowledge of microbiology, we’ve also designed our course so that you develop the management and research skills you need to continue to grow your career.

Facilities

Location

Start date

Guildford (Surrey)
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GU2 7XH

Start date

On request

About this course

With the rise of antibiotic resistant microbes and the emergence and re-emergence of infectious diseases, there’s never been a more important time to join our forward-thinking course and study this critical subject.

Our part-time day release course is accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science, and it’s designed for those already working in the field who aspire to become leaders in their profession.

Our course is guaranteed to increase your scientific understanding of medical microbiology and develop your critical and analytical skills.

A minimum of a 2:2 in a relevant UK honours degree, or a recognised equivalent international qualification. We'll also ask you to attend an interview.

Applications from candidates not possessing the qualifications mentioned above may be considered, depending on the length and quality of their experience, published works and recommendations from employers. Such candidates may be required to complete a qualifying assessment.

MSc - Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS)
Accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS).

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Subjects

  • Microbiology
  • Medical
  • Part Time
  • Medical training
  • Medical Tourism
  • Medical Secretary
  • Medical Negligence
  • Medical Emergency
  • Medical Sociology
  • Medical Ethics

Course programme

Year 1

Module title
  • MANAGEMENT OF SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH
  • VIRAL INFECTIONS
  • EPIDEMIOLOGY, DISEASE CONTROL AND PUBLIC HEALTH
  • MICROBIAL GENETICS AND MOLECULAR BIOLOGY (INCLUDING PRACTICAL WEEKS)
Optional modules for Year 1 (part-time) - FHEQ Level 7
  • Modules MMIM015, MMIM016, MMIM017 and MMIM018” OR MMIM021, MMIM031, MMIM023, MMIM024
Year 2

Module title
  • RESEARCH PROJECT - PT
  • ANTIMICROBIAL AGENTS AND CHEMOTHERAPY
  • BACTERIAL, PROTOZOAL AND FUNGAL PATHOGENS
  • INTRODUCTION TO IMMUNOLOGY
  • PATHOGENESIS OF INFECTIOUS DISEASES
Optional modules for Year 2 (part-time) - FHEQ Level 7
  • Modules MMIM021, MMIM031, MMIM023, MMIM024” OR MMIM015, MMIM016, MMIM017 and MMIM018

Additional information

Overseas fees - £10,200

Medical Microbiology MSc

£ 5,000 VAT inc.