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Study mode

Online

Duration

2 years

Start date

28-SEP-24

Key information
DATA SOURCE : IDP Connect

Qualification type

MSc - Master of Science

Subject areas

Immunology (Microbiology) Immunology (Medicine)

Course type

Taught

Course Summary

Develop the advanced knowledge and practical skills to optimally diagnose and manage allergic diseases.

Overview

Advance your understanding of how to optimally diagnose and manage allergic diseases on this part-time Master's course.

Allergies are an increasing global health problem and there is an urgent need in the UK and worldwide for clinical allergy specialists. This course is designed to help healthcare professionals progress their knowledge towards specialising in areas of medicine such as allergy, paediatrics, respiratory medicine.

You'll explore everything from the basic immune mechanisms underlying allergic diseases to the cutting-edge research that influences clinical practice.

Guided by world-renowned experts you'll develop your practical skills and better understand best practice in assessing, diagnosing and managing patients with allergic diseases in view of available evidence.

A research project forms the major component of this course.

You'll apply research methodology and data analysis techniques to an original research project or systematic review exploring an area of allergy medicine.

This Master's course is delivered either fully online or via a blended format (online and campus-based), providing you with the flexibility to fit studies around your professional commitments. Please note, the fully online Postgraduate Diploma is not yet open for applications and is subject to College approval.

Modules

This module will cover advanced aspects of allergic diseases in childhood, from the mechanisms underlying the ?atopic march? to difficult clinical scenarios such as multisystem allergic disease, immunodeficiency, adolescent transition and psychological or safeguarding issues. Interactive sessions, case-based discussions and practical workshops on infant weaning, food challenges and immunotherapy will be available.

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£14,900

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£43,250

Entry requirements

Students need to have a minimum requirement of 2.1 degree in a healthcare related subject such as nursing, dietetics, immunology, physiology or biomedical science.