Master of Infectious Diseases

2 years: Duration

52,000 AUD/year: Price

Rolling admission: Start

Rolling admission: Deadline

Master: Degree

Campus: Format

Perth / Australia: Location

The University of Western Australia: School

Program description

Research into the management of infectious diseases is more important than ever because of their increasing prevalence. Gaining the information and abilities necessary to correctly identify pathogens and create policies for infectious disease prevention and protection is possible with the Master of Infectious Diseases.

The course is designed for medical and scientific professionals who want to work in government health departments, international organizations, medical clinics, and research and hospital diagnostic labs. Medical microbiology, tropical infectious diseases, and public and environmental health microbiology are among the advanced infectious disease topics covered in this course. A research practicum or individual research project is also included.

Program structure

Take all core units (48 points).

Students in the course by coursework and dissertation undertaking 48 points of dissertation take all units in Group A (48 points).
Students in the course by coursework and dissertation undertaking 24 points of dissertation take all units in Group B (42 points) and 6 points from Group C.
Students in the course by coursework only take 6 points from Group C and 42 points from Group D.

Core (take all units (48 points):

MICR5829 Foundations of Infectious Diseases (6)
MICR5830 Principles of Mycology and Parasitology (6)
MICR5831 Molecular and Cellular Microbiology (6)
MICR5832 Diagnostic Medical Microbiology (6)
MICR5842 Principles of Infection and Immunity (6)
MICR5846 Molecular Epidemiology and Microbial Communities (6)
PUBH4401 Biostatistics I (6)
PUBH4403 Epidemiology I (6)

Option - Group A (take unit(s) to the value of 48 points):

MICR5843 Extended Research Project in Infectious Diseases Part 1 (12)
MICR5844 Extended Research Project in Infectious Diseases Part 2 (12)
MICR5845 Extended Research Project in Infectious Diseases Part 3 (12)
MICR5848 Extended Research Project in Infectious Diseases Part 4 (12)

Option - Group B (take unit(s) to the value of 42 points):

MICR5817 Vaccine & Drug Design & Development (6)
MICR5835 Vectors of Infectious Diseases and Vector Control (6)
MICR5836 Public and Environmental Health Microbiology (6)
MICR5838 Research Project in Infectious Diseases Part 1 (12)
MICR5841 Research Project in Infectious Diseases Part 2 (12)

Option - Group C (take unit(s) to the value of 6 points):

MICR5833 Antimicrobial Agents (6)
PUBH5761 Epidemiology and Control of Communicable Diseases (6)

Option - Group D (take unit(s) to the value of 42 points):

MICR5815 Science Communication in Infectious Diseases (6)
MICR5816 Infectious Diseases Literature Review (6)
MICR5817 Vaccine & Drug Design & Development (6)
MICR5835 Vectors of Infectious Diseases and Vector Control (6)
MICR5836 Public and Environmental Health Microbiology (6)
PATH5191 Clinical Laboratory Skills (6)
SCIE5515 Global Challenges in Biomedical Science (6)

Price

Tuition fee — 52,000 AUD per year.

Requirements for applicants

To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have

a relevant bachelor's degree¹, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA;
the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 60 per cent in the Level 3 units; or at least three years of relevant full-time professional experience; or evidence of adequate research outputs, as recognised by UWA.
for students who have completed 48 points of the Graduate Diploma in Infectious Diseases, a course UWA weighted average mark of at least 60 percent

¹A relevant bachelor's degree includes a Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences, or Bachelor of Science in a biomedical or biological discipline, Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery, Bachelor of Dental Science, or a bachelor's degree in applied biomedical science or public health (medical technology, nursing, pharmacy, public health, and veterinary science).

English competency

Minimum overall IELTS score of 6.5, with no band less than 6.0.

For more information on requirements, please contact your Edumapple manager.

About the university

With a founding purpose to "advance the prosperity and welfare of communities," the University of the State was established in 1911 and opened its doors in 1913 to a small student body of 184. More than 28,000 students hailing from 115 different countries are now enrolled.

In the realms of education, research, and student success, UWA has been at the forefront of groundbreaking innovations since its inception. However, a university is more than just a place to get a degree and do research.

Throughout Western Australia, the country, and the globe, UWA has played an important role in advancing knowledge, culture, and the economy for over a century.

As the sole institution in Western Australia to be ranked in the top 100 globally, UWA has earned praise for its creative curricula, strong ties to local businesses, dedication to the student experience, and groundbreaking research.

Choosing to study at UWA means becoming a member of a community that has a reputation for leading good change, both locally and globally. You will also become part of a network of dedicated and innovative leaders who are determined to make a difference.