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Overview
This Infectious Diseases programme at The University of Edinburgh provides an introduction to research methodology for biologists, medics and veterinarians. The training also provides an entry into PhD studies.
Previous students have undertaken projects in the following areas:
- antibiotic resistance and hospital-acquired infections
- arthropod vector biology and vectorborne diseases
- epidemiology and mathematical modelling of animal and human infections
- molecular diagnosis and point-of-care detection of infectious diseases
- the immunology of bacterial and parasitic infections (including major tropical diseases such as malaria, trypanosomiasis and schistosomiasis)
- the immunology of ruminant infections (for example Johne's Disease)
- the pathogenesis of viral diseases (animal and human, including herpes and HIV)
Programme Structure
- The learning process focuses upon a one-year research project; during this period students are encouraged to attend research seminars and lectures, including those on the related areas of immunology, microbiology and pathology.
- Training in a wide range of transferrable skills is also provided via our Institute for Academic Development.
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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More details
We encourage you to apply at least one month prior to entry so that we have enough time to process your application.
Language
English
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 92
Credits
180 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Public Health Health Sciences View 1117 other Masters in Public Health in United KingdomAcademic requirements
GPA Upper Second Class
English requirements
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 92
Other requirements
General requirements
- A UK 2:1 honours degree or its international equivalent.
Tuition Fee
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International
31100 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 31100 GBP per year during 12 months.
- Home fees have still to be agreed
Living costs for Edinburgh
725 - 1167 GBP /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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